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Immigrant Influx to Largest Cities Craters in 2025
A desire for better or cheaper housing has been the top reason for moving, followed by changes in family situation and employment.
Trump Set to Announce Support for American Farmers
The president teased the announcement during a Cabinet meeting with administration officials.
Trump Delays Naming New CDC Head, Leaving Agency Without Director
The health secretary and other officials are still evaluating candidates to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Fetterman Says Some Democrats Possibly Afraid to Reopen DHS Due to Party Activists
The Pennsylvania Democrat says some in his party could be caving to activist pressure not to fund the DHS, as Senate negotiations head into their sixth week.
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Judge Declines to Dismiss Case Against Nicolás Maduro Over Funding Issue
The judge said he would decide whether to allow Venezuela to pay Maduro’s legal fees at a later date.
National Medical School Accreditor Scrapping DEI Requirements
The Liaison Committee on Medical Education published standards for the 2027–2028 academic year that do not reference ‘diversity, bias, or inequities.’
What to Know About San Francisco’s ‘Overpaid CEO Tax’
While critics call it government overreach, supporters say it’s an attempt to address what they call outrageous compensation for top executives.
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USPS Seeks Temporary 8 Percent Price Hike on Package Services to Offset Rising Fuel Costs
The U.S. Postal Service said the temporary price hike will help keep the agency afloat until a permanent market-based pricing model is introduced.
Trump Asks Congress to Pass Clean Reauthorization of FISA Spy Powers
Lawmakers from both parties have signaled opposition to extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act without changes.
Maryland Supreme Court Tosses Climate Lawsuits
More than 30 municipal climate lawsuits seek to set U.S. energy policy through litigation, critics say.
Appeals Court Upholds Trump Administration’s Mandatory Detention of Noncitizens
This is the second time an appellate court has upheld the policy.
Defense of Religious Liberty Central to Falun Gong Case Against Cisco
‘Broad surveillance system’ allows Beijing to target dissidents and faith groups beyond Falun Gong, expert says.
Oil Falls Below $100 on Rising Hopes for Iran War Breakthrough
Markets turned upbeat on Wednesday on U.S.-led mediation efforts even as strikes persist and risks to Gulf supply remain.
New Documentary ‘Unbroken’ Shows Shen Yun’s Resilience in Face of Transnational Repression
The documentary premiered at AMC Lincoln Square in Manhattan to a full house.
Pentagon to Deploy Army Paratroopers to Middle East
The Pentagon’s plans for the 82nd Airborne Division in the region are unclear.
New COVID-19 Variant Found in 25 US States, Says CDC
The agency cautioned it’s currently not clear whether BA.3.2 can cause more severe illness or more significant impacts on the U.S. health care system.
Markwayne Mullin Sworn In as DHS Secretary
The now-former Oklahoma Republican senator is expected to seek more cooperation with local cities for immigration enforcement.
Senators Weigh Plan to End DHS Shutdown
‘Conversations are ongoing but this deal seems to be acceptable,’ a White House official told The Epoch Times.
