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DOJ Settles With OpenAI for $3.2 Million Over US Worker Discrimination Claims
The AI company and its subsidiary was alleged to have favored temporary visa holders in the green-card recruitment process.
Hegseth Rejects Media Report on US Missile Stockpile Concerns
CNN earlier reported that the U.S. military had used up nearly 80 percent of its missile interceptors since the war with Iran began.
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FBI Foiled 715 Planned Terror Attacks Last Year, Says Director Kash Patel
In December, the FBI shut down four attacks in 30 days, the director said. The attacks were aimed at places of worship, schools, and businesses.
In Race for AI Dominance, China Fans Disinformation in America
As cities and towns across America reckon with power-hungry data centers, the Chinese Communist Party is sowing division.
New York Ophthalmologists to Pay $2.3 Million, Settle Allegations of Fraudulent Medicare Claims
The individuals allegedly submitted medical claims for tests that were not necessary for patients.
Federal Operation Takes More Than 800 Dangerous Truckers Off US Highways
Officials detained dozens of illegal immigrants in the three-day roadside sweep.
Brown University President to Step Down
After nearly 15 years leading the Ivy League school, Paxson cited the need for new leadership to oversee the next planning phase.
Trial Date Set for California’s Lawsuit Against Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
A trial is set for March 2027 in California’s bid to halt the $110 billion studio deal.
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John James to Face Jocelyn Benson in Race for Michigan’s Next Governor
Benson and James face off in November in a race that experts say is a toss-up.
Florida’s Ban on Children Attending Drag Shows is Constitutional, Appeals Court Says
Hamburger Mary’s, a chain that holds drag shows and previously held what it called ‘family friendly’ shows, said the law violated the First Amendment.
Blanche Nomination Advances to Senate Floor Vote
The acting attorney general formally rescinded parts of a settlement his department made with Trump, satisfying senators’ concerns.
TikTok Moves to Settle 3 Teen Mental Health Lawsuits Before October Trials
Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat will still head to jury trial as thousands of similar claims proceed in California courts.
Maryland Democrats Move to Change How Congressional Maps Are Drawn
The amendment, if approved by voters in November, could clear the way for a map favoring Democrats in all eight of Maryland’s congressional districts.
US Intervenes to Support Japanese Yen: Here’s What to Know
Bessent confirmed that the United States participated in ‘coordinated foreign exchange actions’ that ‘countered disorderly yen movements.’
RFK Jr. Clashes With CNN Host on COVID-19 Pandemic Handling, Vaccines
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on CNN after the release of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s diary.
Senate Leaders Reach Deal on Bill to Fund Government Past Midterm Elections
The stopgap would maintain current spending levels, block a proposed OMB grants rule, and cover Navy shipbuilding cost overruns.
Clayton to Become Top US Intelligence Official on Monday
During his confirmation hearing, Clayton pledged to strengthen trust in the intelligence community and improve coordination among intelligence agencies.
US to Make Visa Bond Program Permanent for Citizens From 50 Countries
The State Department said the visa bond program is intended to prevent immigrants from overstaying their visits.
Wall Street Review: Stocks Recover as Tech Earnings Lift Sentiment
Microsoft’s and Amazon’s quarterly results eased market anxiety about technology companies’ heavy AI spending.
US Bans Imports From 43 Chinese Firms Over Forced Labor Charge
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the actions are aimed at protecting U.S. citizens from unfair competition.
