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Arison and Hickenlooper push to overhaul family-building policies
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Defense
Trump's Korea Exercise Cut Rattles Allies, Raises Trust Questions
Trump's move to cut joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises and pursue a fourth summit with Kim Jong Un has unnerved allies, who question Washington's commitment to regional security.
Politics
Trump Halts Higher Ground Beef Tariffs for 90 Days to Ease Prices
President Trump announced a 90-day pause on higher ground beef import tariffs to lower consumer costs, allowing 300,000 metric tons tariff-free, while vowing to rebuild the American herd.
Policy
FDA's Inspection Model Fails to Secure Global Food Supply
Recurrent outbreaks from imported produce expose the limits of FDA's inspection-based approach, prompting calls for a new model that leverages exporting countries' regulatory systems.
Politics
Rogers backs year-long freeze on data centers in Michigan Senate race
GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers calls for a one-year halt on data center construction, citing voter concerns, while Democrat Abdul El-Sayed favors federal rules.
Politics
States Battle Hemp Intoxicant Loophole as Federal Fix Lags
States are split on regulating intoxicating hemp products. Texas's governor vetoed a ban, while Arkansas's law survived a court challenge. Congress's 2025 fix takes effect in 2026.
Defense
Trump's Erratic Navy Directives Raise Alarms Amid Iran Conflict
President Trump's bizarre Navy directives—steam catapults, claiming Hormuz, redesigning carriers—spark concern as sailors endure extended deployment.
Politics
Trump stumps for Graham in South Carolina runoff; Vance hits Ohio on economy
Trump heads to South Carolina to boost Darline Graham before Tuesday's runoff, while Vance delivers an economic speech in Ohio. The Supreme Court could act on the White House ballroom dispute.
International
Iranian Officials Condemn New US Sanctions as 'Economic Terrorism'
Iran's leadership pushed back against new US sanctions, calling them 'economic terrorism' and vowing to overcome them, while the military threatened a devastating response.
Politics
Siena Poll on NYC Mayor Draws Skepticism Amid Broader Trust Issues
A recent Siena poll gives NYC Mayor Mamdani a 69% approval, but sample flaws and recent polling misses raise doubts about reliability.
DeWine's 49-Year Electoral Streak Offers Lessons for Politicians
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's 49-year career, spanning seven offices and two electoral defeats, showcases resilience and data-
Gen Z's embrace of socialism reshapes political landscape ahead of midterms
A CBS/YouGov poll reveals only 9% of under-30 Americans view capitalism positively, as democratic socialism gains ground
Trump rallies for Graham in South Carolina Senate runoff
Trump heads to Myrtle Beach to boost Darline Graham ahead of Tuesday's runoff, as her debate misstep on national securit
House Democrats demand ICE halt electric shock glove purchase
House Democrats on the Homeland Security Committee are pressing DHS to cancel ICE's planned purchase of electric shock g
Moulton, Markey clash in final Massachusetts Senate debate
Moulton and Markey traded sharp attacks in their final televised debate, with Moulton pushing generational change and Ma
Subramanyam: Data center limits must not cede AI lead to China
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam calls for sensible data center rules to protect communities while keeping the U.S. competitive in
Kentucky Audit Exposes Systemic Failures in Largest School District
An audit of Kentucky's largest school district finds severe financial mismanagement, administrative bloat, and low stude
Gallup: US alcohol consumption hits historic low, 54% report drinking
Gallup reports American drinking at a record low, with 54% consuming alcohol, down from 62% in 2023, amid changing feder
NOAA Fall Forecast: Most States See Warm, Dry Start as El Niño Strengthens
NOAA's fall forecast signals warmer-than-average temperatures for most of the U.S., with El Niño intensifying. The Pacif
FDA red tape gives China an edge in regenerative medicine
Former HHS official David Mansdoerfer warns that FDA delays on Regenative Labs' export permits are hurting U.S. biotech
Treasury targets immigrant tax credits in new benefit crackdown
The Treasury and IRS propose restricting noncitizens' access to refundable tax credits, potentially affecting DACA and T
Regulating AI by Capability, Not Human Analogy
AI regulation should be based on what systems can do, not on human-like qualities, to balance safety with innovation, ex
Bessent's Bond Buyback Fails to Calm Markets as 30-Year Yield Surges
Treasury Secretary Bessent's bond buyback failed to stem a surge in 30-year yields, which hit a 19-year high amid record
Treasury doubles bond buyback as 30-year yield hits 19-year high
With 30-year yields at their highest since 2007, the Treasury doubles its bond buyback cap to $4B, a move critics call a
State Farm Auto Policyholders to Receive Record $5B in Dividends
State Farm is sending a record $5 billion in dividends to eligible auto policyholders, with payments starting at $10 and
Gen Z's Crypto Faith Contrasts with Boomer Banking Loyalty
A new survey shows Gen Z and millennials are far more confident in crypto than older generations, with Gen Z also starti
Powerball's $1B jackpot shrinks to under $600M in 31 states after taxes
Powerball's $1 billion jackpot, the eighth largest ever, would shrink to under $600 million after taxes in 31 states. Wi
Powerball Hits $1B: Annuity vs. Cash Lump Sum Explained
Powerball's jackpot has hit $1 billion. Winners must choose between an annuity paid over 30 years or a cash lump sum. He
Trump renews push for summit with Kim, raising alliance concerns
President Trump is seeking another summit with North Korea's Kim Jong Un, but experts caution that such meetings may yie
TRIPP Corridor Marks First Year as U.S. Strategic Counter to Iran, Russia
The Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) celebrates its first anniversary as a strategic land corr
Panama's Canal Port Reversal Draws Beijing's Wrath, Signaling Wider Clash
Beijing's retaliation against Panama over the canal ports' concession ruling marks a flashpoint in the wider US-China in
Iran's top diplomat dismisses Trump's 'Economic D-Day' as US debt tops $40T
Iran's foreign minister dismissed Trump's 'Economic D-Day' threat as a diversion from US debt crisis, predicting further
US envoy's Kashmir remark sparks diplomatic clash with Pakistan
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor's remarks calling Kashmir 'an important part of India' drew a sharp rebuke from Pakist
Trump claims North Korea has 57 nuclear weapons, defends ties with Kim
President Trump said North Korea has 57 nuclear weapons, calling his rapport with Kim Jong Un a good thing, and reiterat