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AARP Warns Congress: Social Security Trust Fund Nears Insolvency by 2032

AARP calls for congressional action after the Social Security trust fund's insolvency date moved up to 2032, driven by l

Jun 9

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Screwworm Outbreak Spreads in Texas, Threatening Livestock and Beef Markets

Multiple new screwworm cases in Texas and New Mexico have heightened concerns over the parasite's spread, prompting aggr

Jun 9

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Why Blue Books Can't Shield Kids From AI—And What Washington Must Do

The author argues that blue books are no solution to AI's impact on education, and calls for federal regulations and a r

Jun 9

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Proposed Rule Threatens Public Science Behind Cancer Breakthroughs

A proposed OMB rule would give political appointees control over federal research funding, undermining the peer-reviewed

Jun 9

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White House Bargains Federal AI Preemption for Kids Safety, Deepfake Laws

The White House and Sen. Marsha Blackburn are negotiating a deal to preempt state AI regulations in exchange for passing

Jun 9

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Nearly a Dozen States Set to Tighten SNAP Purchase Rules by 2028

Eight states will restrict SNAP purchases of sugary drinks and candy in 2026, with three more joining by 2028, part of a

Jun 7

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Rollins' Plan to Gut Forest Service Draws Bipartisan Backlash, Threatens Public Trust

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins' plan to move Forest Service headquarters and slash research facilities faces 82% p

Jun 7

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Trader Joe's Class Action Payout Deadline Nears: $100 Claims Possible

Qualifying Trader Joe's customers face a fast-approaching deadline to file for a payment in a $7.4 million class action

Jun 7

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Top White House AI Adviser Krishnan Steps Down Amid Policy Push

Sriram Krishnan, the Trump administration's senior AI policy adviser, is leaving his post at the end of the month. He wi

Jun 7

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House Tinkers With Flawed Housing Bill, Misses Root Cause of Crisis

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act blames Wall Street for the housing crisis but does little to boost supply, critics

Jun 6

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Speed-Limiting Tech Gains Bipartisan Backing After 11,288 Deaths in 2024

Intelligent Speed Assistance, already proven in pilot programs, is being adopted by states for convicted speeders. Advoc

Jun 6

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Second Flesh-Eating Screwworm Case Confirmed in Texas as USDA Ramps Up Response

USDA confirmed a second screwworm case in a Zavala County calf, triggering expanded sterile fly releases and movement co

Jun 6