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Appeals court allows Trump administration to proceed with homelessness program changes

The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has allowed the Trump administration to implement changes to a homelessness program and its funding criteria.

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Scott and Baldwin request FTC investigation into Amazon and Walmart practices

Senators Scott and Baldwin have requested an FTC investigation into Amazon and Walmart's practices regarding 'Made in the USA' products.

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Trump expresses optimism about upcoming farm bill vote

President Trump is optimistic about the Senate's approval of the farm bill after it passed a committee vote.

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House Democrats Experience Internal Disagreement Ahead of Midterm Elections

House Democrats are experiencing internal conflicts that could impact their effectiveness in upcoming elections.

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House Democrats face internal tensions over recent party actions

House Democrats are facing internal tensions due to disagreements over recent votes, raising concerns about leadership and party unity.

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House Democrats face internal conflicts ahead of midterms

House Democrats are facing internal conflicts that could impact their performance in the upcoming midterms.

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House Democrats face internal conflicts over procedural votes

House Democrats are experiencing internal conflicts due to members voting against party leadership, raising concerns about discipline and alignment with party goals.

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House Democrats Face Internal Disputes Over Leadership and Voting Decisions

House Democrats are experiencing internal disputes over leadership and voting decisions as some members diverge from party leadership ahead of the midterms.

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Jon Kyl, former Arizona lawmaker, has died at age 84

Jon Kyl, a former Arizona lawmaker who served nearly three decades in Congress, has died at age 84.

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Haaland supports moratorium on data center construction in New Mexico

Deb Haaland has endorsed a moratorium on new data center construction in New Mexico due to environmental and workforce concerns.

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Mike Rogers proposes suspension of state and federal gas taxes

Mike Rogers proposed suspending state and federal gas taxes to help families cope with high fuel prices.

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Cornyn will not support French in Texas railroad commissioner race

Senator John Cornyn announced he will not support Bo French for Texas railroad commissioner due to French's offensive online comments.

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Missouri congressional map challenge heard in federal appeals court

A federal appeals court is reviewing a challenge to Missouri's congressional map as the state prepares to send out ballots.

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Rep. Don Bacon responds to Sen. Jim Banks over presidential run comments

Rep. Don Bacon criticized Sen. Jim Banks for his dismissive reaction to Bacon's potential presidential run.

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Senate Democrat blocks House bill on data center electricity costs

Senator Martin Heinrich blocked a bill that would require tech companies to cover the electricity costs of their data centers.

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US military must prepare for operations beyond Earth's orbit, says Joint Chiefs chair

Gen. Dan Caine, Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, announced that U.S. military forces must prepare for combat operations beyond Earth's orbit, particularly around the moon.

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Judge rules on changes to Kennedy Center amid renovation concerns

A federal judge ruled that Trump officials must provide 30 days' notice before making any changes to the Kennedy Center, including demolition, ensuring public access during renovations.

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Federal judge imposes restrictions on Kennedy Center renovations

A federal judge ruled that Trump administration officials must provide 30 days' notice before making changes to the Kennedy Center, including demolition of the main building.

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Miami Republicans Express Concerns Over Immigration Policy Impact

Rep. Maria Salazar criticized President Trump's immigration policies in a campaign ad, reflecting the concerns of many Hispanic Republicans in Miami.

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Concerns About Immigration Policy Affecting Republican Support in Miami-Dade

Representative Maria Salazar has released a campaign ad addressing concerns among Hispanic Republicans in Miami about immigration enforcement policies.

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Hispanic Republicans in Miami voice concerns over immigration enforcement

Hispanic Republicans in Miami are expressing concerns over excessive immigration enforcement measures, as highlighted by Representative Maria Salazar's campaign ad.

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Approximately 35 million people assigned to new House districts due to redistricting

About 35 million people have been reassigned to new congressional districts due to redistricting efforts influenced by partisan disputes.

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Mike Pence states he will not run for president or other offices in 2028

Mike Pence announced he will not run for president or any other office in 2028.

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White House withdraws nomination of Lance Schroyer to lead ICE

The White House has withdrawn Lance Schroyer's nomination to lead ICE due to tensions over his immigration experience and internal disagreements.

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U.S. government modifies protections for endangered species under ESA

The U.S. government has modified protections for endangered species under the Endangered Species Act.

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Senate bill proposes exemptions for carbon dioxide injection wells

A new section of the Water Resources Development Act proposes exemptions for carbon dioxide injection wells regarding groundwater protection, raising concerns from critics about potential impacts on rural farmers and ranchers.

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Judge limits warrantless arrests by immigration officers in Southern California

A federal judge has prohibited immigration enforcement officers from making warrantless arrests in Southern California.

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Jeffries urges Republicans to remain in Washington for AI safety discussions

Hakeem Jeffries criticized House Republicans for leaving Washington, highlighting the need for discussions on AI safety.

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Jeffries does not address possible repercussions for Democratic defectors

Hakeem Jeffries did not clarify whether Democratic lawmakers who defect should face repercussions, indicating he will comment further later.

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Two House Democrats face scrutiny over procedural votes

Two House Democrats faced criticism from party leadership for voting with Republicans on a special rule, raising concerns about their committee assignments.