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NASA Unveils Plan for First Nuclear-Powered Interplanetary Spacecraft
Set for a launch in 2028, SR-1 Freedom will lay the foundation for nuclear-powered space travel.
Senate Democrats Send Counteroffer on DHS Funding: Schumer
The proposal includes requests focused on reforming Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a key sticking point in negotiations.
House China Committee Chairman Urges Trump, Rubio to Address Beijing’s Human Rights Abuses
Rep. John Moolenaar urged the president to secure the release of China’s prisoners of conscience and asked Rubio to consider sanctions on Hong Kong officials.
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.’
US Home Sale Cancellations Hit Record High for February
Redfin attributes the rise in back-outs to the influx of additional buyer options.
Air Canada Pilots Identified After Fatal LaGuardia Collision
The Air Canada jet crashed into a fire truck at New York City’s LaGuardia Airport on March 22.
Melania Trump Launches 45-Nation Initiative to Improve Children’s Education
The first lady spoke to representatives of the nations taking part in the campaign on March 24.
California Democratic Chair Warns Democrats They Could Be Shut Out of Governor’s Race
Rusty Hicks said the crowded field could split the vote, allowing two Republicans to advance and leaving out Democrats.
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New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill Signs Bills to Limit State Cooperation on Immigration Enforcement
At the center of the new measures is the formal codification of the state’s Immigrant Trust Directive.
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.
Biden White House Edited Messaging on Strokes After COVID-19 Vaccination
Sen. Ron Johnson said ‘records provide further evidence of the Biden administration’s awareness of and willingness to downplay the significant safety risks.’
US Settles Social Media Censorship Case, Bars Agencies From Pressuring Firms to Suppress Speech
The consent decree prohibits the federal government from telling Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube to crush protected speech.
Minnesota Sues DOJ, DHS to Demand Access to Evidence in Shootings
The state asked the court for evidence in the investigations of three shootings during an immigration enforcement operation.
Senate Confirms Colin McDonald to Lead DOJ’s New Fraud Division
McDonald’s appointment comes as the Trump administration has intensified scrutiny of alleged large-scale fraud, particularly in Minnesota.
Taliban Says It Released American Citizen Who Was Detained for Past Year
A researcher, Dennis Coyle, was held by the Taliban for more than a year, his family says.
US Natural Gas Market Shielded From Global Price Shocks During Iran War
Analysts say East Asia could see hikes in energy costs after an Iranian strike wrecked Qatari LNG infrastructure that met 20 percent of the world’s demand.
Day in Photos: Plane Collides With Fire Truck, ICE Deployed at Some Airports, and Dog at Tidal Basin in Washington
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
EU Risks Losing Favorable Access to US LNG If Trade Deal Is Altered, Envoy Says
Ambassador of the United States to the EU Andrew Puzder said that the ‘Europeans should have committed to a trillion dollars’ worth of energy.’
Trump Says No DHS Funding Until SAVE America Bill Is Passed
The president said on March 22 that Republicans in Congress should not make ‘any deal’ with Democrats until the election bill is passed.
