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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Politicians and the Real Talk About Immigration Rules

The debate over immigration enforcement feels like a tug‑of‑war. Some lawmakers shout against agencies that pull people in, while others keep their hands off the issue. The tension grows when a state law says it will not work with federal immigration officials, and the local sheriffs are left asking

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Name Takes Flight: A Look at the Latest Branding Move

The Trump Organization has made a bold move by filing for trademarks on airports using the president's name. This isn't just about airports, though. They're also eyeing everything from shuttle buses to umbrellas and flight suits. It's a big step, especially when you consider the ongoing debate in Fl

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Artists Demand Berlin Film Festival Speak Up on Gaza

Over 80 artists who have been part of the Berlin Film Festival have signed a public letter. They want the festival to speak clearly about the war in Gaza. The letter was published in Variety, a magazine for the entertainment industry. It asks the festival to oppose what it calls Israel's genocide an

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Immigration Policies Lose Ground, Poll Reveals

A recent survey has shown a drop in public support for Donald Trump's immigration policies. The poll, conducted over four days, found that only 38% of respondents approved of his handling of immigration. This is a decrease from the previous month and a significant drop from the early days of his ret

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Alabama's New Bill: Business Over Environment?

Alabama's state representatives have given the green light to a bill that puts a big limit on how the state can make rules to protect the environment. This bill, called SB 71, says that state agencies can't make environmental rules that are stricter than what the federal government says. It passed w

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

National Parks: Where History and Science Are Under Fire

In a bold move, groups focused on preserving nature and history have taken legal action against the Trump administration. They claim that recent policies are leading to the removal or alteration of key exhibits in national parks. These exhibits cover important topics like slavery, civil rights, and

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Late Night Legal Limbo: Why Colbert Couldn't Chat with Talarico

There's a bit of a mix-up happening between Stephen Colbert and CBS. It all started when Colbert wanted to have Texas state representative James Talarico on his show, "The Late Show. " But things didn't go as planned. CBS says they didn't stop Colbert from having Talarico on the show. Instead, they

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

US Army Eyes Cutting Ties With AI Firm Anthropic

The Department of Defense is weighing a major shift in its partnership with the AI startup Anthropic. Recent reports suggest that the Pentagon might label the company a “supply chain risk, ” forcing other contractors to avoid working with it and potentially hurting Anthropic’s revenue. The conflict

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Fox News Expands with New Podcast and Smart‑TV Alert

Fox Media is adding a fresh podcast called “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” to its lineup, aiming to grow its digital presence. The show will let listeners hear the host’s takes on politics and current events in a relaxed format. This move is part of Fox’s broader plan to reach audiences through more on

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Trump Criticizes Democrats Over Shutdown and Voter ID Debate

President Trump spoke to reporters on Air Force One, blaming Democrats for the government shutdown and their stance on voter ID. He said the shutdown was a “Democrat” move, not a Republican one. Trump claimed that Democrats are unhappy with low crime numbers and want to change voting rules.

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