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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Push Through Major Budget Bill

House Republicans are on the brink of passing a significant budget bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill, backed by President Trump, has been a contentious topic within the party. With a narrow majority, Republicans could only afford to lose a few votes, making the passage of this

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

Funding Freeze: Who's Really Affected?

The Trump administration has decided to hold back over $6 billion in education grants. These funds were meant for programs helping kids from low-income families and immigrants. The administration claims some of this money was used for things they don't agree with. They say it was used to support imm

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

Transgender Athletes and the Supreme Court: A New Debate

The Supreme Court is stepping into a heated debate about transgender athletes and school sports. They decided to review cases from Idaho and West Virginia, where lower courts had ruled in favor of transgender students. This comes just after the Court upheld a ban on gender-affirming care for transge

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Face Delays and Divisions Over Major Bill

The House of Representatives is currently in a state of delay as Republican leaders attempt to convince a group of dissenting members to support the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The vote on a procedural amendment has been ongoing for over two hours, with the current tally at 215-212. Speaker Mike Joh

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

Who Should Speak Up About War Crimes?

In times of conflict, questions arise about who should speak up against injustices. Some believe that experts in ethics have a duty to voice their opinions. But is this duty unique to them, or does it apply to everyone? Before diving into this, let's look at some key points about ethics in warfare.

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

A Former Elmhurst Manager's Side Hustle and Pension

Paul Burris, a once-prominent figure in Elmhurst's utility operations, has stepped down from his role and is now enjoying a comfortable retirement. His departure came after a series of events that raised eyebrows among the public and city officials alike. Burris's career spanned three decades, duri

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

How Thune is Steering the Senate Through Stormy Waters

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is taking a different approach to his role. He's focusing on teamwork and listening to others. This is a shift from the previous leader's style. Thune's method is being tested with a big tax bill. It's a mix of old and new ideas. The bill passed, but it wasn't easy.

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Wisconsin Supreme Court Clears Path for Abortion Access

Wisconsin's highest court has just made a big decision. They ruled that an old law from 1849 does not actually ban abortions. This is a huge deal because it means abortion services can keep operating in the state. The confusion started when Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. That decision took awa

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Trump's Bill: A Test for House Republicans

The House of Representatives is facing a tough decision. They need to vote on a major bill proposed by former President Donald Trump. This bill is all about taxes and spending. It passed the Senate, but not without some drama. The Senate session went all night, and the vice-president had to break a

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Defense Grapples with U. S. Aid Uncertainty

Ukraine is in a tough spot right now. They're not sure if the U. S. will keep sending military aid. The Defense Ministry says they haven't gotten any official word about changes. So, they're just going with what they know and checking each delivery as it comes. This isn't the first time the U. S. h

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