Biden thanks troops for ‘strength’ and ‘integrity’ in unprecedented times at farewell address to military
President Biden on Thursday thanked U.S. service members and defended his military policies during his commander in chief farewell address.
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61 Democrats Join GOP to Pass Bill to Deport Illegal Immigrants for Domestic Violence, Sex Crimes
Opponents of the bill said it may backfire and hurt victims of domestic violence. The House on Jan. 16 passed legislation that will deport illegal immigrants convicted of domestic violence or sexual assault. All Republicans were joined by 61 Democrats to push the bill through with a vote of 274–145. The legislation, known as the
Schumer Voices Plea for TikTok Deadline Extension to Find ‘Workable Solution’
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Thursday asked for an extension on a deadline for a potential TikTok ban to allow time for those who use the app to support their livelihood to find a “workable solution.” The U.S. Supreme Court is considering the constitutionality of whether TikTok should be banned because of its ties
Judge allows 3 states to advance efforts to restrict access to abortion pill
A judge in Texas ruled Thursday that three other states can move ahead with their effort to roll back federal rules and make it harder for people across the U.S. to access the abortion drug mifepristone. The states of Idaho, Kansas and Missouri made the request in U.S. District Court in Amarillo, Texas. The only
Prospective Trump Energy Czar Would Expand Oil and Gas Leases on Federal Lands, Waters
Interior chief hopeful Doug Burgum touts ‘innovation neutrality’ in boosting electric grid capacity and in restoring ‘balance’ to the nation’s energy policy. Interior secretary nominee Doug Burgum told key senators on Jan. 16 that he’d be “aggressive” in opening public lands to oil and gas development in efforts to reverse an “imbalance” in federal leasing
5 Takeaways From Bessent’s Confirmation Hearing for Treasury Secretary
Nominee for secretary of the Department of the Treasury Scott Bessent has vowed that when President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House, he will unleash “a new economic golden age.” Bessent, a billionaire hedge fund manager, appeared before the Senate Finance Committee for his confirmation hearing in Washington on Jan. 16. Democrats asked questions
Trump Unveils Key Nominees to Drive Housing Policy, Deliver US Energy Dominance
President-elect Donald Trump has announced new appointees to lead energy and housing efforts, emphasizing their commitment to U.S. energy dominance. President-elect Donald Trump has announced four high-profile nominations for his administration, with three focused on shaping energy and national security policy and one dedicated to tackling housing issues. Trump made the announcements in a series