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House Republicans’ budget bill targets fraudulent benefit claims across federal programs

House Republicans' budget bill, officially called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, contains several provisions aimed at tightening eligibility requirements for federal benefit programs beyond the widely reported tax and Medicaid changes.

May 26, 2025

From gold bullion to ‘Goldfinger’: Some key background facts about Fort Knox

Here are some key background facts about Fort Knox.

May 26, 2025

House speaker defends Trump’s Medicaid changes against Democratic criticism

House Speaker Mike Johnson defended President Trump's comprehensive legislative proposal on Sunday, pushing back against Democratic criticism regarding its impact on Medicaid.

May 25, 2025

From China to your pocket: How Trump’s iPhone tariff could hit consumers

President Donald Trump is threatening to impose a 25% tariff on Apple iPhones manufactured outside the United States, escalating his trade war rhetoric and targeting one of America's most iconic technology companies.

May 23, 2025

‘Carrotmaxxing’ and carotenemia: TikTok trend might leave you orange

A new TikTok beauty trend called "carrotmaxxing" is encouraging users to eat at least one carrot daily to achieve a tanned, glowing complexion, but medical professionals warn of potential unintended consequences. While the underlying science of carotenemia is real, experts emphasize that moderation, rather than viral gimmicks, represents the healthiest approach to consuming this nutritious root vegetable.

May 23, 2025

Supreme Court allows Trump to fire Democratic appointees from federal watchdog agencies

The Supreme Court issued a significant ruling Thursday that strengthens presidential power by allowing President Trump to fire Democratic appointees from major federal watchdog agencies.

May 22, 2025

The fitness question: Inside the GOP’s investigation of Biden’s cognitive decline

House Republicans are launching a comprehensive investigation into former President Biden's mental decline and potential misuse of presidential powers during periods of cognitive impairment, marking an unprecedented congressional inquiry into a former president's fitness for office.

May 22, 2025

Terror in the capital: Deadly attack on Israeli Embassy shakes Washington

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed in Washington, D.C. by a gunman who witnesses say shouted pro-Palestinian slogans before opening fire, marking one of the deadliest attacks on diplomatic personnel in the U.S. capital.

May 22, 2025

FBI: Palm Springs IVF clinic bomber driven by antinatalist philosophy

A 25-year-old man named Guy Edward Bartkus died after detonating a bomb outside American Fertility Centers in Palm Springs, California.

May 21, 2025

From Floyd to freedom: The Justice Department’s new approach to police oversight

The Justice Department is moving to free police departments in Louisville and Minneapolis from consent decrees imposed during the Biden administration following Black Lives Matter protests, signaling a significant shift in federal oversight of local law enforcement.

May 21, 2025

Medicaid reforms and SALT deductions remain hurdles for Trump’s legislative agenda

President Trump's appeal for House Republicans to quickly pass his bill without further modifications was largely ignored by various factions within the party who continue to demand changes before floor consideration.

May 20, 2025

What consumers need to know about CPSC’s warning regarding Chinese faucets and lead

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an urgent warning regarding several Chinese-manufactured faucets that it says contain dangerous levels of lead, which can contaminate drinking water.

May 20, 2025

‘Highly unusual’: Why Washington is speculating about Biden’s medical history

Washington is awash in rumors and speculation that former President Joe Biden's recent withdrawal from public life may be related to a cancer diagnosis that was concealed during his presidency, with both parties treating the sensitive matter differently.

May 20, 2025

Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans in U.S. at risk as Supreme Court sides with Trump

The Supreme Court has delivered a significant victory to President Trump's immigration policy by allowing his administration to proceed with canceling Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants.

May 19, 2025

Post-Brexit trade barriers cut in landmark U.K.-EU agreement

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government has reached significant new agreements with the European Union, marking the first formal summit between the U.K. and EU since Brexit. The deals aim to reset relations while addressing key challenges that have emerged since the U.K.'s departure from the bloc in 2020.

May 19, 2025

Paid to endorse? The celebrity campaign finance controversy Trump wants investigated

President Trump is calling for a federal investigation into allegations that former Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign secretly paid celebrities for endorsements without proper disclosure, potentially violating campaign finance laws.

May 19, 2025

Trump lashes out at Supreme Court over Venezuelan deportation ruling

President Trump has expressed frustration with the Supreme Court after it temporarily blocked his administration from using the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to expedite deportations of Venezuelan immigrants allegedly linked to the Tren de Aragua gang.

May 18, 2025

Biden mental decline narrative creates challenge for 2028 Democratic hopefuls

The emerging narrative of former President Biden's mental decline is presenting a significant early test for Democrats positioning themselves for the 2028 presidential race, forcing potential candidates to navigate complex loyalty and electability questions.

May 16, 2025

Trump’s birthright citizenship order faces scrutiny in Supreme Court arguments

The Supreme Court recently heard arguments concerning the legality of nationwide injunctions issued by district judges to block government actions.

May 15, 2025

Generation gap: How David Hogg’s ‘wild ideas’ are dividing Democrats

Gun control activist turned freshman Rep. David Hogg is becoming an influential force in Democratic Party politics, bringing youthful energy and controversial proposals that are reshaping the opposition's agenda and strategy.

May 15, 2025