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More Than 100,000 Americans Apply to Join ICE: DHS
New recruits can get up to $50,000 in bonuses and benefits such as student loan forgiveness.
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What to Know About mRNA After RFK Jr. Cancels Vaccine Contracts
The health secretary terminated multiple contracts for the platform, which he said is ineffective against upper respiratory infections.
Eli Lilly Bribed Doctors to Prescribe Medications, Texas AG Alleges
Attorney General Ken Paxton said that the pharmaceutical company provided renumeration to providers to recommend and prescribe drugs.
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Estimate Raised to 2.7 Percent for 2026
Inflation pressures lift the cost-of-living adjustment forecast for next year’s benefits.
Trump Wants to Change Census to Exclude Illegal Immigrants—What to Know
The nationwide count determines the distribution of U.S. House seats and trillions in federal funding.
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Violent Crime, Homelessness, and Fentanyl in DC: What to Know
The district’s police union chief, who alleges some violent crimes are being downgraded, said he supports Trump’s takeover.
Trump Admin Settles Lawsuits Over Race-Based Admissions at Military Academies
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the Defense Department would end race-based admissions at West Point and the Air Force Academy.
California Bill Aims to Protect Illegal Immigrants’ Children by Easing Guardianship Rules, But Critics See Risks
AB 495 broadens the pool of potential caregivers to include ‘nonrelative extended family members.’ Opponents say strangers could take custody of your child.
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Many IRS Self-Help Kiosks Inoperable: Watchdog
Officials had indicated that they planned to work with the contractor to fix the kiosks by the end of 2024.
Illegal Immigrant From El Salvador Gets Life for Rape, Murder of Maryland Mother
Homeland Security chief says the crime should never have happened and calls for focus on victims.
National Guard Troops Arrive in Washington After Trump Declares Federal Control
Trump announced on Monday that he would activate the guard and take over the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department, citing a crime emergency in the city.
US Deficit Grows to $291 Billion in July Despite Record Tariff Revenues
Trump’s tariff windfall hit a new record—but it wasn’t enough to offset higher spending, driven in part by high debt servicing costs.
Bill Ackman Calls for Merging Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Amid Trump’s IPO Push
The president had suggested taking the two companies public back in May.
Man Who Fired Shots at CDC Expressed ‘Discontent’ With COVID-19 Vaccines: Officials
Patrick Joseph White died from a self-inflicted wound, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said.
DC Locals Have Mixed Reactions to Trump’s Police Takeover
One resident said that “it’s time for a change,” while another was more skeptical, saying, “It’s to show that he’s in control.”
Trump Says Gold Will Be Exempt From Tariffs, Easing Market Jitters
The president’s announcement calmed investor fears after a U.S. Customs ruling put 1-kg and 100-oz bars in a tariff category, sending futures to record highs.
Trump Confirms Nvidia, AMD Will Pay 15 Percent Fee for Chip Sales in China
‘It’s an old chip,’ U.S. President Donald Trump said of the H20 chip, calling it ‘obsolete.’ ‘China already has it in a different form, different name.’
America’s IV Saline Shortage Is Over: FDA
The shortage worsened in 2024 after a facility closed.
COVID-19 Activity Increases Across US, Mostly on West Coast: CDC
The CDC says that national wastewater viral activity for COVID-19 increased from ‘low’ to ’moderate' from the previous week.
IRS Announces No Changes to Withholding Tables, Information Return Forms for 2025
The decision was taken to prevent disruptions during the tax filing season.
The 16 Midterm Races That Could Determine Who Controls the Next Congress
Although candidate-filing deadlines in many states are months away, hundreds of House hopefuls have already launched 2026 campaigns.
