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Projected 2027 Tax Brackets Could Shift Higher as Inflation Persists
Persistent inflation could lead to higher 2027 tax brackets, according to new projections, aiming to prevent bracket creep.
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Blanche Defends Trump Jr.'s Gift from Putin Ally as 'Close Friend' Gesture
Attorney General Todd Blanche dismissed concerns over Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding gift from a Putin ally, saying the president's son has called the donor a close friend.
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Senate rejects crypto framework as ethics standoff sinks Clarity Act
The Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act, 49-50, as Democrats withheld support over ethics concerns tied to the Trump family's crypto interests.
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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Shut Main Building, Cites Trump as Only Hope
The Kennedy Center board voted to close its main building for renovations, warning of imminent fiscal collapse and unsafe conditions. A federal judge again blocked adding Trump's name to the facade.
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Voight, bipartisan lawmakers push federal film tax credit as jobs measure
Jon Voight and a bipartisan coalition are pushing a federal film and TV tax credit, citing a new report that projects 143,000 annual jobs and $125B in production spending.
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Prosecutors Drop Death Penalty in Rob Reiner Son Murder Case
Los Angeles prosecutors have withdrawn the death penalty request against Nick Reiner, accused of murdering his parents, director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. He now faces life without parole if convicted.
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Maine senators push Senate panel to advance lobster-friendly whale bill
Maine's senators are pressing the Senate Commerce Committee to advance a House bill that would extend a pause on right whale protections, aiming to protect the state's lobster fishery.
Healthcare
Abbott to pay $385M to resolve baby formula plant contamination case
Abbott Laboratories will pay $385 million to settle federal allegations over contaminated baby formula production at its Sturgis, Michigan plant, which was linked to infant illnesses and a nationwide shortage.
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Waters clashes with Bessent over Trump's AI approach
Rep. Maxine Waters confronted Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over the Trump administration's AI policy, citing industry leaders' warnings about the technology's risks.
Democrats' Reliance on Hasan Piker's Youth Appeal Persists Despite Controversy
Democrats repeatedly turn to Hasan Piker to reach young voters, even after his controversial remarks. His appeal lies no
Judge Again Halts Trump Name Addition to Kennedy Center
A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center's latest effort to add President Trump's name, ruling the board needs Congres
Norton and Van Hollen push bill to block permanent Capitol fence
Norton and Van Hollen introduced a bill to prohibit permanent fencing around the Capitol, arguing it would harm public a
Ovechkin appears in pro-Putin party ad as NHL season looms
Alexander Ovechkin appears in a United Russia party ad, standing with Lavrov and others, as the Capitals star continues
Durbin: Trump's voting agenda is gravest threat to US government since Civil War
Sen. Dick Durbin calls Trump's voting agenda the most serious challenge to U.S. government since the Civil War, as Democ
House Advances Bill to Phase Out Penny, Alter Cash Rounding
The House passed the Common Cents Act, which would halt penny production and require cash transactions to round to the n
Household Income Hits Record High, But Gains Uneven Across Demographics
The Census Bureau reports median household income reached $87,460 in 2025, a record high, but gains were uneven across r
House Passes Bill to End Penny Production, Overhaul Coinage
The House passed the Common Cents Act, which would end penny production and alter nickel composition, marking a major sh
AI's 'inevitable' future is a choice, not fate, critics say
A former Trump AI adviser apologizes for downplaying risks, but claims dangerous AI was inevitable. Critics say history
SNAP Benefits Rise 2.9% in October, But Eligibility Tightens
SNAP benefits will rise 2.9% in October, but eligibility rules tighten and enrollment has already dropped 13% as new fed
Remote Work Shields Women From Bias, Study Finds—Office Mandates Threaten Gains
Remote work significantly reduces everyday gender discrimination, but return-to-office mandates may re-expose women to b
McMahon urged to codify charter school law principles before funding
Advocates urge Secretary McMahon to codify the 1997 charter school grant law's intent, ensuring federal funding rewards
Forbes 400: Wealthiest American in Every State, From Musk to Buffett
Forbes' latest ranking of America's 400 richest shows a record $8 trillion in combined wealth. Elon Musk leads at $908 b
Target Accelerates Expansion With October Openings, Dozens More Planned
Target opens eight new stores in October, with more than 30 additional locations planned across 21 states. The retailer
Fed Rate Hike Odds Rise as Inflation Holds Steady Amid Iran Conflict
Fresh inflation data shows prices stuck above the Fed's target, making a rate hike next week increasingly likely even as
Mortgage Rates Hit 14-Month Peak as Treasury Yields Surge
The 30-year mortgage rate climbed to 6.76%, its highest in 14 months, as Treasury yields continue to rise. Existing home
Costco's Expansion Surge: 14 New Warehouses Set to Open by November
Costco is accelerating its expansion with 14 new warehouses slated to open by November, spanning the U.S. and Canada, as
August Jobs Surge to 162K, Easing Recession Fears Amid Fed Rate Debate
The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, far exceeding the 53,000 expected, with unemployment steady at 4.1%. The strong r
Armenia's EU Bid Signals Historic Break From Moscow
Armenia is set to apply for EU membership, a historic shift from its Russian alliance. Moscow warns of economic harm, bu
Trump Picks Rep. Wesley Hunt as Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
President Trump has nominated Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) to be U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia, filling a post vacant si
Petraeus, Johnson Escape Russian Drone Strike on Ukrainian Railway
Former CIA Director David Petraeus and former UK PM Boris Johnson narrowly avoided a Russian drone attack on Ukraine's r
China rebukes Anthropic CEO's call for AI restrictions
China's foreign ministry rejected Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's call for tighter AI curbs, urging global cooperation inst
US-Canada Trade War Escalates as Tariffs Bite and Alliances Strain
The US-Canada trade war has escalated with 50% tariffs, risking economic damage and straining North American unity as NA
9/11's Legacy: How the Attacks Reshaped America's Global Strategy
A quarter-century after 9/11, Stuart Gottlieb analyzes the enduring shifts in American foreign policy, from treating ter