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Gov. Walz, Minnesota AG Will Give Sworn Testimony About Fraud to Oversight Committee
Congressmen will question both leaders in a public session focusing on ‘rampant misuse of taxpayer dollars,’ the committee says, estimated at $9 billion.
Texas Governor Issues Disaster Declaration Over Spread of Parasitic Screwworm
The New World screwworm isn’t yet present in the United States or Texas, officials say.
Nearly 600 US Measles Cases Confirmed in January: CDC
Outbreaks are ongoing in several states, including South Carolina.
Saks Global to Close Nearly 60 Off 5th Stores Amid Chapter 11
The company said it will focus on luxury retail and full-price sales across its portfolio.
US Says WTO Rules ‘Inadequate’ After Group Sides With China in Dispute
The U.S. Trade Representative says the WTO is unable to address the Chinese regime’s longstanding problem with overcapacity.
Major Overhaul of Organ Transplant System Oversight Proposed
The proposed changes come amid growing concern in the U.S. organ transplant system.
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New Listings Rise With Lower Mortgage Rates
The share of single-family rentals in overall rented properties have fallen to a ‘record low,’ according to a real estate report.
California Public Schools Hid ‘Gender Support Plans’ From Parents, Education Department Says
The state Department of Education was issued a corrective action plan that required school leaders to share student records with parents.
DOJ Joins Lawsuit Claiming UCLA’s Medical School Uses Racial Discrimination in Admissions
The university previously said it collects race and ethnicity data on its applicants ‘for statistical purposes only and they are not used for admission.’
Trump Picks Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
Warsh was one of Trump’s top picks for Fed chair during his first term, before he chose Jerome Powell.
Trump and First Lady Attend Premiere of ‘Melania’ in Washington
The documentary film, ‘Melania,’ debuted at the Trump-Kennedy Center ahead of its global theatrical release on Jan. 30.
Man Accused of Spraying Apple Cider Vinegar on Ilhan Omar Charged With Assault
Anthony James Kamierczak was charged with forcibly assaulting, opposing, impeding, intimidating, and interfering with the representative.
Appeals Court Says DHS Order to End Protections for Venezuelans in US Was Illegal
The judges for the Ninth Circuit, in a 3–0 order, ruled that the program has ‘procedural safeguards’ in place.
HHS Responds to Criticism From Vaccine Companies
Executives from manufacturers have ramped up criticism of top Trump administration health officials.
Indian Christians Facing Rising Persecution Look to America for Help
Indian Christians bear witness to a climate of intimidation and violence. Their work continues, sometimes underground—and they hope America will respond.
Winter Storm Bomb Cyclone Could Hit East Coast After Arctic Blast
The National Weather Service stated, ‘This could be [the] longest duration of cold in several decades.’
Botox, 14 Other Drugs to Be Negotiated by Medicare This Year
Fifteen of the most expensive medications in the Medicare program are slated for price negotiations in this round, bringing the total to 40.
Trump Says ‘Massive Armada’ Headed to Iran, Urges Nuclear Deal
Iran said it was open to dialogue, but warned that it would retaliate strongly if attacked.
Border Czar Homan Meets With Minnesota Gov. Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Frey
‘We all agree that we need to support our law enforcement officers and get criminals off the streets,’ Homan said.
Trump Highlights Economic Policies in Midterm Push at Iowa Rally
The president thanked Iowans for their support in prior elections while asking them to turn out in large numbers this November.
