Lawmakers vow war powers vote on Iran strikes
Lawmakers said they would force a Congressional vote on war with Iran after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes in the country on Saturday.
U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ken.,... Read More.
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U.S. Coast Guard is expanding its fleet, crew
Under President Donald Trump, the U.S. Coast Guard continues to break records.
Through Force Design 2028, made possible through a surge of $25 billion in federal funds, the Coast... Read More.
Senate, House key leaders briefed ahead of strikes
The Gang of Eight was briefed ahead of the U.S.-Israeli joint strikes against Iran, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson.
In a social media post Saturday morning, the Louisiana... Read More.
Iran retaliates against American bases; State Department issues ‘shelter in place’
The U.S. State Department is warning Americans across the Middle East to shelter in place until further notice, following U.S. strikes against Iran overnight, leading to retaliatory strikes throughout the region.
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‘Operation Epic Fury’ underway; U.S., Israel strikes Iran
'Operation Epic Fury' is underway-the U.S. began to conduct massive military strikes against Iran overnight, with the U.S. and Israel carrying out the joint operation.
President Donald Trump addressed... Read More.
ALEC urges states to adopt ‘light-touch’ AI regulation
The American Legislative Exchange Council called on state legislatures to embrace limited tax regulation and greater investment in artificial intelligence to facilitate effective government processes.
The council released its... Read More.
Trump touts Venezuelan oil at Corpus event
At a Texas port known for handling record volumes of Texas-produced liquified natural gas, President Donald Trump touted importing Venezuelan oil with a Venezuelan oil tanker in the background.
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Congress to tackle housing, farm bill, election security, and more
U.S. lawmakers face a busy week ahead of them, aiming to advance legislation related to agriculture, housing, election security, and more while the partial government shutdown enters its third week.
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Los Angeles school district puts superintendent on paid leave
Alberto Carvalho, the Los Angeles Unified School District superintendent, was placed on paid administrative leave by the Board of Education late Friday afternoon pending an FBI investigation.
Carvalho's home... Read More.
Texas oil & gas leaders welcome Trump reversal of Biden policies
The leaders of the Texas oil and natural gas industry are expressing optimism about President Donald Trump's visit to Texas.
Trump is expected to tout his economic and pro-energy... Read More.
Whitmer criticizes tariffs; Republicans cite study showing economic gains
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used her State of the State address Wednesday to renew criticism of President Donald Trump's tariff policy, while Michigan Republicans are pointing to a recent study which shows the tariffs are boosting Michigan auto production and jobs.
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Rocket, Compass partnership aims to boost housing supply
Rocket Companies and Compass International Holdings announced a three-year alliance this week designed to expand housing inventory on Redfin's platform and provide sellers more flexibility in how they list their homes.
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