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Democrats and RFK Jr. Agree on These Issues
Contentious congressional hearings included disagreements over a wide range of matters, but some solidarity exists between the health secretary and Democrats.
Trump Says Iran Is Without a Leader, ‘Infighting’ Creating Confusion
‘Iran is having a very hard time figuring out who their leader is! They just don’t know,’ the U.S. president said.
US Government to Implement New Credit Score Models for Mortgages
The new models, which include rent payment assessment, enable more Americans to access mortgage loans.
Trump Admin Begins Process to Downgrade Marijuana Classification
DOJ placed cannabis products under Schedule III and launched an expedited process to reconsider the drug’s broader federal classification.
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US Forces Board Sanctioned Iran-Linked Tanker in Indian Ocean
The interdiction comes amid a broader push by the United States to choke off Iran’s oil trade and shipments of items that help Tehran wage war.
Los Angeles Schools Move to Limit Classroom Screen Time
The new policy follows an earlier cellphone ban as the district seeks balance between technology use and student well-being.
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US Unemployment Claims Tick Up, Remain Below 2026 High
Jobless claims ’signal a remarkably stable domestic labor market,' Joseph Brusuelas, RSM’s chief economist, said.
Despite Budget Trim, Staffing Shortfalls, Federal Nuclear Energy Push on Target
Nuclear regulatory commissioners told a House panel that deregulation, ‘one-step’ permitting, and incentives will overcome an 8 percent funding cut.
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Sails Through Taiwan Strait as US, Philippines Start Drills Near Taiwan
The exercises are in the crucial Bashi Channel, where America and allies could block the CCP’s attempt to break through the First Island Chain, analysts said.
Day in Photos: Teotihuacan Reopens, Illegal Sand Quarry, and Youth Detention Center
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
A Look Back at Artemis II’s Historic Lunar Flyby
‘I hope people all over the world can be inspired by this push away from our planet,’ NASA lunar science lead Kelsey Young said.
8 Iranian Women Escape Execution, Trump Says
Four women will be released and four will receive a one-month prison sentence.
Iran Attacks, Seizes 2 Container Ships After Trump Extends Ceasefire
Shipping came under Iranian fire in the Strait of Hormuz region after the United States prolonged a truce while maintaining maritime pressure on Tehran.
Senate Moves Forward on $70 Billion Measure to Fund ICE, Border Patrol
Republicans will use the budget reconciliation process to pass a bill that funds immigration enforcement, ending a 67-day standoff.
Southern Poverty Law Center Charged With Fraud Over Payments to Informants in Extremist Groups
The DOJ alleges that the Southern Poverty Law Center defrauded donors by raising $3 million to pay informants in white supremacist and other extremist groups.
Fewer People Getting Measles Vaccine Because of Government COVID Actions: RFK Jr.
The health secretary pushed back on assertions that he is responsible for the spike in measles cases in recent months.
US Military Ends Influenza Vaccine Mandate
‘The War Department continues to take decisive action to once again restore freedom and strength to our joint force,’ the secretary of war said.
Transportation Department to Invest $7 Billion in Rail Projects
The United States has fewer metro miles per capita in operation than any other G7 nation.
