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DHS Security Chiefs Face House Budget Interrogation Amid Historic Government Shutdown
Leaders from the Secret Service, Coast Guard, TSA, CISA, and FEMA will defend President Trump's fiscal 2027 budget proposal before House appropriators, as their agencies bear the impact of the ongoing funding lapse.
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Kennedy Defends Trump's 2027 Health Budget, Faces Scrutiny Over Vaccine Stances
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears before the House Appropriations Committee to justify the administration's 2027 health budget request, following a contentious morning hearing on vaccine policies.
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Senate Republicans Block Fourth War Powers Challenge, Cementing Executive Authority Over Iran Conflict
For the fourth time since hostilities with Iran began, Senate Republicans have blocked a resolution to constrain presidential war powers, leaving Congress sidelined as military and financial commitments escalate.
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Trump's Approval Among Catholic Voters Falls Following Criticism of Pope Leo
President Trump's approval rating among Catholic voters has fallen to 48%, a new poll shows, following his sharp criticism of Pope Leo XIV's stance on war and crime.
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Census Data Reveals America's Most Common Names, Shifting Demographics in Surnames
The U.S. Census Bureau has published its list of the 1,000 most common first names from the 2020 count, with Michael leading. The data also reveals evolving trends in surnames, highlighting America's changing demographic landscape.
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Airport Ground Vehicle Forces American Airlines Plane to Emergency Stop at Charlotte
A ground vehicle at Charlotte Douglas International Airport entered the path of a taxiing American Airlines plane, forcing an emergency stop. The incident is under investigation.
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Newsom Privately Criticizes Democratic Field as California Governor Race Shifts
Governor Gavin Newsom has privately criticized the remaining Democratic candidates for governor, creating internal party tensions as Republicans currently lead in polling.
Technology
Artemis II Crew to Detail Historic Lunar Mission in First Major Post-Flight Briefing
The four astronauts of NASA's Artemis II mission will face reporters Thursday to discuss their historic journey around the moon, which set a new distance record for human spaceflight.
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Bannon Urges Defense Secretary Hegseth to Limit Religious Rhetoric in Military Briefings
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon publicly recommended that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth scale back his use of religious language during official briefings, arguing it overshadows critical military information.
Harris Blames Trump's Iran Policy for Surging Fuel Costs, Calls Conflict 'War of Choice'
Kamala Harris directly linked rising gas prices to President Trump's Iran policy during a North Carolina stop, calling t
Beshear Accuses Vance of Violating Catholic Law in Defense of Trump
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear accused Vice President JD Vance of violating core Catholic commandments by defending Dona
Federal Judge Restricts Trump's White House Ballroom to Underground Work, Rejects Security Argument
A federal judge has ruled that President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project can only proceed with undergr
House GOP Blocks War Powers Resolution, Upholding Trump's Authority on Iran Conflict
House Republicans narrowly defeated a war powers resolution aimed at curtailing President Trump's military actions again
Trump's 250-Foot Triumphal Arch Clears Key Design Hurdle Despite Public Opposition
A federal arts commission has approved the design for a massive Triumphal Arch proposed by former President Donald Trump
Greene Details Final Trump Exchange: President Blamed Her for Son's Death Threats
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says Donald Trump blamed her for death threats against her son during their final con
Federal Government Terminates $11 Million Contract with Miami Catholic Charities for Migrant Children
The Department of Health and Human Services has declined to renew an $11 million contract with Catholic Charities Miami,
House Farm Bill Amendment Threatens Traditional Dog Training, Hunting Practices
An amendment to the House farm bill, backed by animal rights activists, uses vague language that critics say could outla
White House Budget Chief Warns Homeland Security Department Nearing Collapse
White House Budget Director Russ Vought testified that the Department of Homeland Security is 'disintegrating' as Congre
Greer Defends Trump's 2027 Trade Budget, Seeks $10M Enforcement Boost After Tariff Setback
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will appear before the House Appropriations Committee to justify the administra
Vought Defends Trump's $1.5 Trillion Defense Surge, $73B Domestic Cuts in Senate Budget Hearing
OMB Director Russ Vought faces the Senate Budget Committee to defend President Trump's fiscal 2027 request, which seeks
2026 Tax Refunds Rise Modestly, Fall Short of Trump's Projected Windfall
Average tax refunds for 2026 have increased but are significantly lower than White House projections, with many taxpayer
IRS Penalties Mount as Tax Day Deadline Arrives for Millions of Filers
The April 15 tax filing deadline triggers immediate IRS penalties for late returns or unpaid balances, with failure-to-f
IRS Reports 11% Surge in Average Tax Refunds as Filing Deadline Arrives
Tax Day has arrived with the IRS reporting significantly larger refunds for millions of Americans. The average refund ha
IRS Tax Filing Extension Deadline Approaches: Key Procedures and Penalty Risks
The IRS offers taxpayers an automatic six-month filing extension until October 15, but any estimated tax owed must still
Fed's Hammack Signals Extended Rate Pause Amid Geopolitical, Inflation Uncertainty
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack indicated the central bank will likely maintain current interest rates for an exten
House GOP to Spotlight Permanent Trump Tax Cuts in Tax Day Press Conference
House Republicans will hold a press conference Wednesday morning to promote the permanent tax cuts and new worker-focuse
IMF Projects Global Growth Slowdown, Inflation Spike from Iran War Fallout
The International Monetary Fund warns the war in Iran will slow global economic growth and accelerate inflation, with lo
Trump Announces 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire, Claims Personal Mediation Role
President Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, claiming personal credit for the diplomatic bre
IMF Urged to Deploy Trillion-Dollar Reserve Tool as Iran War Shocks Global Economy
A major IMF reserve asset issuance is being pushed as critical relief for developing economies hit by energy price shock
Vance's Orban Endorsement Backfires as Hungarian Opposition Wins Landslide Victory
Vice President JD Vance's official visit to endorse Hungarian PM Viktor Orban failed to sway voters, as opposition leade
U.S. Naval Blockade Turns Back 13 Ships as Hegseth Warns Iran to Accept Deal
The U.S. military reports 13 ships have turned away from its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, as Defense Secretar
Lebanese President Rejects Direct Talks With Israel, Contradicting Trump Announcement
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has dismissed President Trump's announcement of imminent direct talks with Israel, statin
U.S. Military Reports 13 Vessels Heed Hormuz Blockade Warnings, Turn Back
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said 13 commercial vessels have turned around to avoid the U.S. blockade of th