POLITICS

Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court to Decide on Congress' Power Delegation

The Supreme Court has taken on a significant case that questions Congress' ability to give power to federal agencies. This case involves the Universal Service Fund, which provides cheap phone and internet services to rural schools and low-income families. The fund is managed by the Federal Communica

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Trump's Sentence Hit Pause Button

In an unexpected turn, a New York judge has pushed back Donald Trump's sentencing. Why the sudden change? Trump was found guilty of 34 crimes linked to a "hush money" case before the 2016 election. His team isn't pleased and wants the case thrown out. They argue that if the judge agrees, a new trial

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump's Late-Night Cabinet Picks: A Closer Look

On a Friday night, President-elect Donald Trump announced several key nominations for his administration. Among the notable picks were hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary, outgoing Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) for Labor Secretary, and former Texas state Representativ

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump Picks Dr. Makary for FDA: A New Face, New Approach

President-elect Donald Trump has a new candidate for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Dr. Marty Makary. Makary, from Johns Hopkins University, is no stranger to controversy. He’s known for his views against some COVID-19 health measures, like vaccine mandates. His nomination comes as part of

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Meet Scott Bessent: The Billionaire Investor Who Might Lead the Treasury

Scott Bessent, a billionaire investor, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Treasury Department. This is a surprising move, given Bessent's history of supporting Democratic candidates and working for George Soros, a prominent Democratic donor. However, Bessent has been in Trump's cir

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Sanders' New Mission: Protecting Entitlements

Bernie Sanders, a long-time progressive voice in the Senate, has expressed interest in joining the Finance Committee, which is set to be led by Republicans. This move would bring a strong advocate for social programs to the table, as Sanders aims to shield Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid fro

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

UFC Boss Dana White Calls It Quits on Politics

Dana White, the CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship, has been a long-time supporter of Donald Trump. He backed Trump in the 2024 presidential race, but recent reports suggest he's had enough of politics. White expressed his disdain to The New Yorker, saying, "I'm done with this. It's gross and dis

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

How Words Divide: The Impact of Partisan Language

In today's politically divided world, the language we use can have a significant impact on how others perceive us and our beliefs. Researchers conducted two experiments with 1121 Democrats and Republicans in the United States. They found that people tend to trust speakers more when they use language

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Week's Surprises: Bears' Loss, Smollett's Case, and City Budgets

The Chicago Bears faced yet another defeat, losing 20-19 to the Green Bay Packers. With a four-game losing streak, they're hoping to turn things around against the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, the Jussie Smollett case took a turn when the Illinois Supreme Court overturned his convictions for stagin

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Republicans See a Long Senate Reign Ahead

Republicans are feeling confident about keeping their Senate majority for years to come. Senate GOP campaign chief Steve Daines believes their victory in the 2024 election, with 53 seats under their belt, could mean long-term control. Democrats had a tough map in 2024, but things might not get much

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