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“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
- Luke 2:14
Seattle to ban grocery pricing based on AI and customer data amid warnings law could raise costs
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson backs the plan and is expected to sign legislation approved by the council on Tuesday in the next several days. Safeway spokeswoman Sara Osborne said Wednesday that the law will have a negative effect on Seattle consumers.
Two-tiered justice: Local DAs shield noncitizens from immigration consequences
When a local prosecutor weighs immigration status when deciding charges and plea deals, two people who commit the same crime in your community could face very different consequences. A House report and a DOJ investigation now allege that's happening in jurisdictions from Northern Virginia to Colorado to Philadelphia.
14 countries form 'Shield of Americas' to target cartels in Western Hemisphere
The new coalition was forged 21 months after President Donald Trump directed U.S. federal agencies to target Mexican cartels and other foreign groups threatening American citizens and national security.
LA Mayor Bass solicited millions despite having established her own lobbying restrictions
Bass described the 2023 lobbying safeguards for the Mayor’s Fund and Getty House Foundation as “the most strict ethics reforms ever implemented by either organization.” Apparently, the reforms were not strict enough.
New York taxes and spends more than any other state, watchdog says
Governor Hochul has resisted calls from Democratic lawmakers to increase broad-based taxes, but earlier this year approved a plan authorizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to impose a new tax on second homes valued at more than $5 million.
As new Medicaid work requirements take effect, officials seek to inform enrollees
Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, explained why he sees the work requirements as beneficial.
Frank LaRose applauds Ohio legal victory that ensures only US citizens can register to vote
LaRose noted that the state is still challenging another lawsuit against a state law that requires a person to present proof of citizenship before registering to vote while applying for a state driver’s license.
Rand Paul drops Fauci bombshell, says more record destruction and gain-of-function research found
Senator says new revelations on Fauci's phone, computer and diary led his committee to try granting prosecutorial immunity to a former top aide to Fauci. That effort failed. The revelations include undisclosed destruction of documents and knowing attempts at increasing "gain-of-function" that weaponized the virus. Democrats -- and a few Republicans -- seem set on keeping the information from public view.
Trump’s lifeline to China would create a natural gas boon in US, crushing Iran’s energy revenue
For American exporters, the deal translates to market share. For China, it’s insurance against a broken Gulf. For Iran, it is a warning that both time and customers are running short.
White House press monopoly exposes risks of news blackout, as RAV steps in with new pool feed
In an era when many news consumers have observed a biased mainstream media against the current president, their absence from the White House press pool has exposed a long-festering problem: when they’re not with the president, coverage suffers.
'Back of the bus': Female athletes tell Senate letting men in their sports promotes misogyny
Sex screening is less invasive and cheaper than ever, and female athletes have supported it for decades, senators told. Girls subject to "mass grooming" when told to suppress their "correct instincts to cater to the desires of boys."
State Department announces new visa restriction policy targeting those facilitating birth tourism
The secretary claimed foreign commercial birth tourism networks have exploited the American immigration system to sell U.S. citizenship for profit by coaching people seeking American citizenship on how to lie on their visa applications.
Bessent says US has extended trade agreement with China through January 10
The U.S. and China trade agreement, which was initially set to end in November, saw both sides roll back restrictions on critical minerals and high-tech exports that threatened to cripple global supply chains.
You Vote: On the matter of President Trump banning certain media from White House, what say you?
The three outlets sued the White House earlier this week after Trump banned them from the White House over their coverage of his administration.
Navy reports eight sailors attempted suicide during months-long deployment on USS Abraham Lincoln
The Lincoln, which is currently en route to its home port of San Diego, has been deployed for more than 300 days and will likely remain at sea for two more weeks before returning to the United States.
DHS refutes claims made about ICE shooting in Texas capital
Venezuelan national Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot and injured by an ICE officer during a targeted enforcement action after Perez attempted to flee in his vehicle, officials say.
White House app ranks number one in News category, top 20 altogether in app store
The app ranking comes a day after the White House unveiled "TRUMP TV," which is an "essentials station," that will feature all the administration's top moments in a livestream on its YouTube page.
House Speaker Mike Johnson urges US to bring an end to Iran war
Republicans, including Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson, have largely cited the cost of the war, including its impact on the United States economy by causing fuel prices to rise, which Americans are feeling in their wallets.
White House denies that it is planning to ban diesel exports for 90 days
Reports of a looming ban surfaced Tuesday and President Donald Trump appeared to support the possible export ban during an appearance at the United Nations' General Assembly.
Watch Live: Trump greets Chinese President Xi Jinping in DC
The Chinese leader will remain in the United States until Friday and will have a formal arrival ceremony at the White House on Thursday. He will also engage in bilateral talks with Trump, and participate in a state dinner on Thursday night.
