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US Appeals Court Blocks Trump White House Ballroom Construction
In a 2–1 ruling, the court said that Congress is responsible for appropriating funds for construction at the White House.
Judge Temporarily Pauses Trump Trust Financial Disclosures to BBC
Lawyers for the U.S. president argued the British broadcaster’s demands were “shockingly broad.”
Trump Says Gas Prices Could Rise If US Strikes Iran Again
The president said prices are otherwise poised to fall sharply as Tehran seeks a deal to avert further attacks.
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Bill Authorizing Use of Tariffs to Address Trade Deficits
The bill would allow the U.S. Trade Representative to negotiate trade agreements with countries identified as ‘trade deficit economies.’
DOJ: Duke University Law School Discriminated Against White and Asian Applicants
The school used essay questions about race to identify minority candidates and tag those applications for special consideration, according to the DOJ.
Utility’s Idle Transmission Tower Caused 2025 Eaton Fire That Killed 19, Los Angeles Officials Say
The Eaton fire was caused by electrical arcing on the utility’s out-of-service tower atop a ridge covered with dry fuel.
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Federal Court Upholds 3 State Legislative Districts in Florida
The court rejected the claim that lawmakers illegally used race to create Hispanic-majority districts.
US Ceases Avocado Inspections in Mexican State of Michoacán Over Threat to American Interests
The pause in USDA checks for Mexico’s top avocado-producing state risks stopping shipments of the fruit amid security concerns over cartel activity.
Suspect in Spokane Wildfire Confesses He Planned Arson for Weeks
The suspect originally denied setting the fire, according to an arrest affidavit, and remains jailed on $1 million bond.
US Announces New Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Military Imports
The new sanctions target five Cuban entities and eight individuals involved in military procurement from China, Russia, and other countries.
Senate Obtains Phone Fauci Used While in Government
‘Hopefully, this device will address many of the questions he refused to answer at last week’s hearing,’ Sen. Ron Johnson said.
15 States Now Reporting Cases of Parasitic Illness Linked to Iceberg Lettuce
The new cases were reported in Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.
US Unveils 5 Indictments Against CJNG Cartel Leaders
President Donald Trump designated the group as an international terrorist organization in February 2025.
Heart and Blood Thinner Medication Recalled Nationwide, FDA Says
More than 5,000 packages of dabigatran etexilate were recalled due to possible impurities.
DOT Announces $870 Million Investment for Airport Infrastructure Improvements Nationwide
The Los Angeles International Airport will get the largest chunk of funding at $289 million, followed by the Miami International Airport.
FBI Foiled 715 Planned Terror Attacks Last Year: Director Kash Patel
The attacks were aimed at places of worship, schools, and businesses.
Federal Operation Takes More Than 800 Dangerous Truckers Off US Highways
Officials detained dozens of illegal immigrants in the three-day roadside sweep.
Michigan Senate Primary Becomes Flashpoint in National Left-Wing Electability Debate
Moderate Democrats argue progressive populist Abdul El-Sayed is incapable of winning over enough independents and centrists to become a U.S. senator.
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.
