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Marxist Network Under Scrutiny as Lawmakers Probe Chinese Influence
The groups are taking advantage of tax-exempt status to interfere with U.S. politics, a lawmaker says.
Trump Promises ‘Very Hard’ Land Strikes Coming Against Drug Traffickers
‘If you hit them on land, they go to the boats,’ the president says in a new interview.
FTC Probing Pediatrician Group, Nonprofit Over Gender Dysphoria Treatments for Kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics and World Professional Association of Transgender Health are being investigated.
California Bill Tightens Rules Against ‘Claim Sharks’ Who Exploit Veterans
The state will require federal accreditation for paid help on veterans’ benefits claims and will allow some retirees to exclude up to $20,000 from state taxes.
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FAA Lifts Temporary Flight Suspension at El Paso Airport
The agency cited unspecified ’special security reasons’ for the sweeping suspension that affected all commercial and cargo traffic.
Chinese Man Gets 4-Year Prison Sentence for Acting as Illegal Agent for China
The defendant served a pivotal role in Beijing’s efforts to influence ‘U.S. politicians in their favor at all levels of government,’ prosecutors said.
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US Sanctions Hezbollah Finance Operatives
The measures designate four entities and two individuals accused of supporting the Iran-backed group’s global financing operations.
Saks Global Shutting 9 Stores Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
The company had earlier announced the closing down of almost 60 stores that sold discounted clothing and accessories.
EPA to Revoke Obama-Era ‘Endangerment Finding’ on CO2 Emissions
“The term ‘pollutant’ in the act should apply to substances causing direct toxic harm,” energy analyst Alex Stevens said.
US Issues License for Oil and Gas Exploration in Venezuela
The new license is expected to help Venezuelan crude production return to pre-2026 levels.
3,000 ICE Agents Have Body Cameras: ICE Director
Body cameras are expected to continue being deployed to federal officers at the border and in the field.
Federal Judge Rejects DOJ’s Request for Michigan Voter Data
The Justice Department has filed more than 20 lawsuits in states requesting voter information.
More Than 100 Million ’my Social Security' Accounts Created: SSA
SSA estimates that almost 69 million Americans received Social Security benefits every month in 2025, with roughly $1.6 trillion paid out for the year.
Federal Judge Temporarily Allows Transportation Department to Suspend Hudson Tunnel Project Funding
New York and New Jersey filed a suit to challenge funding cuts tied to federal scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion contracting rules.
Florida Enforces English Requirement for Driver’s Licenses
The change comes after the Trump administration reinforced federal guidelines that require commercial truckers be able to read road signs in English.
Not Clear Whether Vaccines Cause Autism, Needs More Research, NIH Director Says
The agency is funding research that officials say will determine autism causes.
Treasury Secretary Says Fed Will Likely Take Its Time to Reduce Balance Sheet
As of last week, the Fed’s balance sheet sat at $6.6 trillion.
US Health Spending Explained in 5 Charts
Health care spending reached new heights in 2024 and continues to grow as a share of the U.S. economy, placing an increasing burden on consumers.
5th Circuit Upholds Policy That Illegal Immigrants Can Be Detained Without Bond
The judges ruled that such individuals qualify as ‘applicants for admission’ under federal immigration law, subjecting them to mandatory detention under law.
