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Lawmakers Grapple With How to Re-Engage America’s Tech-Reliant Youth
Several state and federal bills aimed at curbing social media use and relying less on ed-tech products are in play.
Trump Says He Left Maduro Regime in Place to Avoid Repeat of Iraq
The president warned that a power vacuum could create more problems, pointing to historical examples as a cautionary tale.
Trump Appoints Rubio, Witkoff, Kushner, and Blair to Gaza ‘Board of Peace’
The White House said each of the member will be tasked with managing key areas vital to Gaza’s stability and long-term success.
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Exiled Iranian Prince Lays Out Plan to Retake Country
As civil unrest mounts in Iran, the exiled royal said he’s uniquely positioned to guide the country though a leadership change.
Trump Admin Pauses Tax Refund Seizures, Wage Garnishments for Defaulted Student Loans
Education officials said the suspension is meant to allow more time to implement student loan payment reforms.
Federal Judge Denies DOJ Bid to Access California Voter Registration Rolls
U.S. District Judge David O. Carter said the government cannot use civil rights legislation ‘as a tool to forsake the privacy rights’ of voters.
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Wall Street Review: Small Caps Shine as Large Caps Struggle in Volatile Week
Stock markets were choppy this week on White House–Federal Reserve tensions, Trump’s credit card rate cap proposal, and an upbeat TSMC outlook.
Democrat-Controlled Virginia Assembly Passes Redistricting Amendment
The proposal, which would allow Democrats to redraw the state’s congressional maps, will now go to voters in a referendum.
Trump to Unveil Plan Allowing Homebuyers to Use 401(k) Funds for Down Payments
The president will announce the final plan in Davos next week, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said.
USPS Reports Mail Packages Delivered Within 2.5 Days During Holiday Season
Customer satisfaction also showed an improvement, the agency said.
US Lawmakers in Denmark Seek to ‘Lower the Temperature’ Amid Trump Bid to Take Over Greenland
Trump has been forthright in his position on taking over Greenland, arguing that NATO would be stronger if Washington relieved Copenhagen of the territory.
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes Off Oregon Coast; Tsunami Not Expected
Initial assessments indicate low risk of significant damage or aftershocks exceeding magnitude 7.
Noem Says ‘No Plans’ to Pull ICE Out of Minnesota
The comment comes in the midst of protests following the shooting death of a woman in Minneapolis.
European Troops Arrive in Greenland as Macron Calls Emergency Meeting
‘At Denmark’s request, I have decided that France will participate in the joint exercises organized by Denmark in Greenland,’ Macron said in a post on X.
Unemployment Claims Drop Below 200,000 as Layoffs Stay Low
Recurring jobless claims also fall below 1.9 million, suggesting out-of-work people are finding jobs.
No Plan to Hang Protesters, Iranian Foreign Minister Says
Trump earlier said that executions by the regime won’t take place.
Trump to Appoint New Board for Mediations in New York Rail Labor Dispute
About 300,000 passengers could be impacted daily if an agreement is not reached.
Justice Department Sues Minnesota Over Affirmative Action in State Government
The lawsuit alleges that Minnesota’s policies violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and requests an extraordinary three-judge panel to hear the case.
Trump Signs Order Targeting Critical Mineral Supply Chain
A new executive order by President Donald Trump attempts to further strengthen America’s supply chains for critical minerals.
