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Border Encounters Drop to Record Low in November: CBP
November figures show continued drop, with zero releases for the seventh straight month as drug seizures jump.
Noem Says US Travel Ban to Expand to Over 30 Countries
The homeland security chief blamed asylum backlogs on Biden-era policies and linked the expanded ban to vetting concerns and unstable foreign governments.
DOJ Announces Jan. 6 Pipe Bomber Suspect in Custody: What to Know
The arrest of suspect Brian Cole Jr. of Woodbridge, Va., is the first sign of movement in the case in years.
2026 Housing Outlook: Real Estate Professionals Project Improved Affordability
Redfin expects wage growth to outpace home price growth for the first time since the Great Recession.
Trump Hires New Architect for White House Ballroom
Shalom Baranes takes over for James McCrery as lead on the $300 million project. McCrery will remain on project as consultant.
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Billboards Promote ‘Illegal Orders’ Message as Pentagon Official Warns of Deadly Outcomes
A Republican member of the House Armed Services Committee urges service members, ‘Don’t fall for it.’
House Republicans to Pass Bills Aimed at Blocking CCP Influence in K–12 Schools
‘The Chinese Communist Party’s attempts to interfere with our curriculum and students is a ... threat to our national security,’ Rep. Dave Joyce (R-Ohio) said.
California Launches Public Portal for Reporting Allegations of Federal Immigration Agent Misconduct
California’s new web portal is part of broader state resistance to federal enforcement efforts.
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Florida Lawmakers Hold First Committee Meeting on Redistricting
Legislators and attending civilians heard a presentation about the legal standards behind congressional districting.
7 Ukrainian Children Reunited With Their Families: First Lady
Russia has been accused of kidnapping 19,000 Ukrainian children since its invasion in February 2022.
Pentagon IG Releases Report on Hegseth’s Signal Use
The secretary of war did not comply with department protocol when using his personal cellphone to conduct official business, according to the report.
Senate Democrats Seek 3-Year Extension of Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits
Schumer sets up vote on 3-year ACA subsidy extension even as Democrats concede they lack the Republican support needed to pass it.
Bessent Says White House Can Recreate Same Tariffs If It Loses US Supreme Court Case
The Treasury secretary suggested in an interview that the government can use the exact ’tariff structure' under various legislation.
FBI Arrests Man for Allegedly Placing Bombs in DC on Eve of Jan. 6
No arrests had been made for nearly five years.
Trump Pardons Oak View Group Cofounder in Texas Arena Bid-Rigging Case
Sports executive Tim Leiweke, who was indicted on federal antitrust charges, received clemency as the president pardoned other political and public figures.
US Air Force Thunderbird Jet Crashes in Southern California
The F-16’s pilot ejected safely, according to officials.
Rubio Says Venezuelan Government a ‘Transshipment Organization’ for Drug Trafficking
The secretary of state’s comments come amid an escalating pressure campaign against Venezuela and the Maduro regime in recent weeks.
CDC Advisers to Vote on Whether to Change Vaccine Schedule
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will vote on delaying the first dose of hepatitis B vaccination.
West Virginia Reinstates Ban on Religious Exemptions From School Vaccine Requirements
The state’s education board said the reinstated ban ‘will be in effect until the Supreme Court issues further guidance.’
Federal Ruling Blocks Trump’s Medicaid Funding Cut to Planned Parenthood in 22 States
The decision comes as Planned Parenthood says 20 health centers have closed since September.
Hegseth Says He Didn’t Watch 2nd Boat Strike, Backs Commander
The defense secretary said he left part way through the operation and did not see survivors following the initial strike on Sept. 2.
Venezuela Permits US Deportation Flights to Continue Despite Trump’s Airspace Warning
The announcement came after Trump said that U.S. airspace over Venezuela should be considered closed until further notice.
