Pressley and Vought Clash Over Budget Cuts, Faith at House Hearing
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Pressley and Vought Clash Over Budget Cuts, Faith at House Hearing
· Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) confronted OMB Director Russ Vought at a House hearing, accusing him of ...
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Chipotle Takes on Mexico: First Restaurant to Open in Monterrey Suburb
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Chipotle Takes on Mexico: First Restaurant to Open in Monterrey Suburb
Chipotle Mexican Grill will open its first restaurant in Mexico on Thursday, targeting a wealthy Monterrey suburb. The chain faces a history of US-based Mexican food chains struggling in the country.
Ocasio-Cortez Warns Media Against Airing Trump's Election Claims
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Ocasio-Cortez Warns Media Against Airing Trump's Election Claims
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez cautioned the media against broadcasting President Trump's upcoming speech on election integrity, calling it a potential platform for lies.
FCC Chair Pushes to Scrap Station Ownership Cap to Save Local News
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FCC Chair Pushes to Scrap Station Ownership Cap to Save Local News
FCC Chair Brendan Carr says the 39% limit on station ownership is strangling local journalism, and a new case-by-case waiver process could reverse the decline.
RNC Chair Gruters: Democrats in 'Death Spiral' as Progressive Candidates Win Primaries
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RNC Chair Gruters: Democrats in 'Death Spiral' as Progressive Candidates Win Primaries
RNC Chair Joe Gruters argued Wednesday that Democrats are in a 'death spiral,' as progressive candidates resembling NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani win primaries across the country, giving Republicans a strategic advantage.
Usha Vance's Summer Reading Challenge Expands with Walmart, Crayola Prizes as Literacy Concerns Mount
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Usha Vance's Summer Reading Challenge Expands with Walmart, Crayola Prizes as Literacy Concerns Mount
Second lady Usha Vance launched the second summer of her reading challenge, offering prizes from Walmart and Crayola, as new data shows declining literacy and reading for fun among children.
Garbarino Demands ICE Body Camera Update After Two Fatal Shootings
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Garbarino Demands ICE Body Camera Update After Two Fatal Shootings
Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-N.Y.) is demanding a briefing on ICE's body camera program after officers fatally shot two individuals without wearing cameras. He backs continued traffic stops.
Trump Blasts Hochul Over New York's First-Ever Data Center Moratorium
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Trump Blasts Hochul Over New York's First-Ever Data Center Moratorium
President Trump slammed New York Governor Kathy Hochul for imposing a first-in-the-nation freeze on large data centers, warning it will drive tech investment to Republican-led states and China.
Argentina's VP Revives Falklands Rhetoric, Brands England 'Invaders' Before World Cup Semifinal
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Argentina's VP Revives Falklands Rhetoric, Brands England 'Invaders' Before World Cup Semifinal
Argentine Vice President Victoria Villarruel used a social media post to brand England's team 'invaders' and 'usurping pirates' ahead of their World Cup semifinal, invoking the bitter Falklands War.
Biden's 'Promise Me, America' Memoir Set for Post-Midterm Release
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Biden's 'Promise Me, America' Memoir Set for Post-Midterm Release
Joe Biden’s upcoming memoir, 'Promise Me, America,' will hit shelves Nov. 17, offering his account of his presidency, his decision to drop out of the 2024 race, and his cancer diagnosis.
Democrats Grill Trump's Intel Pick Jay Clayton Over 2020 Election Denial, FISA Stalemate
Democrats Grill Trump's Intel Pick Jay Clayton Over 2020 Election Denial, FISA Stalemate
Trump's DNI nominee Jay Clayton drew fire from Democrats over refusing to affirm Biden's 2020 win, as FISA renewal hangs
FCC Chair Suggests California Could Drop Merger Lawsuit If CNN Is Spun Off
FCC Chair Suggests California Could Drop Merger Lawsuit If CNN Is Spun Off
FCC Chair Brendan Carr indicated California might drop its antitrust lawsuit blocking Paramount's acquisition of Warner
Lieu Blasts GOP for Inaction on AI, Warns of Rapid Tech Evolution
Lieu Blasts GOP for Inaction on AI, Warns of Rapid Tech Evolution
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) slammed GOP colleagues for not prioritizing AI regulations, warning the technology is accelerat
NYC Bar Association Declares Todd Blanche 'Unfit' for Attorney General
NYC Bar Association Declares Todd Blanche 'Unfit' for Attorney General
The New York City Bar Association has formally opposed Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, calling him unfit
Lieu Slams GOP for 'No Strategy' on AI, Warns of Unchecked Tech Race
Lieu Slams GOP for 'No Strategy' on AI, Warns of Unchecked Tech Race
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) blasted House Republicans for lacking any legislative strategy on AI, warning the technology is
Kennedy Challenges Supreme Court's $20M Security Boost: 'No Money Fairy'
Kennedy Challenges Supreme Court's $20M Security Boost: 'No Money Fairy'
Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) expressed skepticism about the Supreme Court's $20M budget increase for security, despite risi
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Bipartisan Housing Law Signed: Implementation Now Key to Easing Crisis
Bipartisan Housing Law Signed: Implementation Now Key to Easing Crisis
Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a sweeping bipartisan bill to modernize housing financing and remo
Hochul Freezes Large AI Data Centers for One Year, Citing Accountability Gaps
Hochul Freezes Large AI Data Centers for One Year, Citing Accountability Gaps
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has ordered a one-year halt on large AI data center projects, arguing the state must study en
Congresswoman Dina Titus Targets Prediction Market Loophole as CFTC Struggles to Regulate
Congresswoman Dina Titus Targets Prediction Market Loophole as CFTC Struggles to Regulate
Rep. Dina Titus argues prediction markets like Kalshi evade state gambling laws by calling sports bets financial derivat
Vought Faces House Grilling Over CFPB Crackdown and Funding Freezes
Vought Faces House Grilling Over CFPB Crackdown and Funding Freezes
OMB Director Russ Vought testifies Wednesday on the CFPB semi-annual report, facing scrutiny over his aggressive moves t
Environmental Groups Sue Trump Over Endangered Species Habitat Rollback
Environmental Groups Sue Trump Over Endangered Species Habitat Rollback
A coalition of environmental organizations sued the Trump administration on Tuesday over last week's rollback of habitat
Subaru Recalls Over 540K Vehicles Over Incorrect Weight Labels, Crash Risk
Subaru Recalls Over 540K Vehicles Over Incorrect Weight Labels, Crash Risk
Subaru is recalling over 540,000 vehicles across four models due to incorrect weight rating labels that could lead to ov
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Wedding Industry Bubble Nears Burst as Couples Reject Soaring Costs
Wedding Industry Bubble Nears Burst as Couples Reject Soaring Costs
The traditional wedding has become a luxury purchase pricing out average couples, with Gen Z rejecting the aisle. Indust
USPS Forever Stamps Hit 82 Cents Sunday as Eighth Hike Since 2021 Takes Effect
USPS Forever Stamps Hit 82 Cents Sunday as Eighth Hike Since 2021 Takes Effect
Forever stamps climb to 82 cents on Sunday, the eighth increase since 2021. Postcards and international mail also rise,
U.S. Minted 440,000 New Millionaires in 2025, UBS Report Shows
U.S. Minted 440,000 New Millionaires in 2025, UBS Report Shows
Over 440,000 Americans joined the millionaire club in 2025, driven by stock gains, but median wealth dropped 20% since 2
Fed Chair Warsh Plays Down Inflation Threat, Sidesteps Rate Cut Clues
Fed Chair Warsh Plays Down Inflation Threat, Sidesteps Rate Cut Clues
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh downplayed inflation fears Wednesday, citing falling energy prices, and refused to sig
July Brings Third 'Bonus' Paycheck for Some Workers This Year
July Brings Third 'Bonus' Paycheck for Some Workers This Year
July marks the third triple-payday month of 2025 for some workers. Those paid weekly or bi-weekly should check their las
Deadline Nears: How Bank of America Customers Can Claim Part of $2.25M ATM Fee Settlement
Deadline Nears: How Bank of America Customers Can Claim Part of $2.25M ATM Fee Settlement
Bank of America customers who checked balances at 7-Eleven ATMs between 2018 and 2021 may claim part of a $2.25 million
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Why a New Iran Blockade Is Doomed to Repeat Failure
Why a New Iran Blockade Is Doomed to Repeat Failure
A renewed U.S. blockade of Iran risks repeating the failures of the first campaign, with Iran stronger and the humanitar
Venezuela's Chavista Regime Pivots Toward Israel in Bid for Legitimacy
Venezuela's Chavista Regime Pivots Toward Israel in Bid for Legitimacy
The Venezuelan interim government, once a fierce critic of Israel, is now making overtures to Tel Aviv, extraditing Hezb
EU Weighs Child Social Media Ban Following UK, Australia Crackdown
EU Weighs Child Social Media Ban Following UK, Australia Crackdown
The European Union is exploring a ban on social media for children under 13, as a new report urges stricter age limits a
Graham's Final Deal: New Senate Bill Targets Putin's Energy Revenue
Graham's Final Deal: New Senate Bill Targets Putin's Energy Revenue
A bipartisan group of senators unveiled a revised Russia sanctions bill Tuesday, negotiated by the late Lindsey Graham,
Trump Courts Iraq's New PM with Oil Deals, Pipeline Plans
Trump Courts Iraq's New PM with Oil Deals, Pipeline Plans
Trump hosted Iraq's new PM Ali al-Zaidi at the White House, touting oil deals and a pipeline project that would bypass t
How Trump's Unilateralism Crushed US Credibility in Europe and What It Will Take to Rebuild
How Trump's Unilateralism Crushed US Credibility in Europe and What It Will Take to Rebuild
A recent trip to Brussels and Strasbourg reveals the deep erosion of US standing in Europe, as allies question American
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