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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Bernie Sanders Slams Government Shutdown Deal as a Disaster

Senator Bernie Sanders was not happy. He thought the deal to end the government shutdown was a "disaster. " He believed Democrats did not get much in return. The deal would keep the government running until late January. It would also stop federal layoffs and fund some parts of the government until

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Famous Faces Grounded: The Shutdown's Impact on Air Travel

The government shutdown has caused chaos in the skies, with flights being cut by 10% at 40 major airports. This has left many people, including celebrities, stranded and frustrated. The issue stems from air traffic controllers, who are not being paid during the shutdown, deciding to stay home. As a

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Justice and Money: The Dreadlocks Case and Medicaid's Future

The Supreme Court is looking at a case that might seem small but could have big effects. Damon Landor, a Rastafarian, had his hair forcibly shaved off while in prison, even though it went against his religious beliefs and a federal law meant to protect them. The big question now is not if the law wa

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Faith in Politics: A Texas Church's Push for Christian Leaders

A Texas megachurch is making waves in the political arena with a unique training program for Christian candidates. Mercy Culture, based in Fort Worth, has launched Campaign University, an online course designed to prepare Christians for roles in local and national government. The course, led by Texa

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Innovation Over Regulation: A New Approach to Environmental Protection

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump is taking a different approach to environmental protection. Instead of focusing on regulations, they are encouraging innovation. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin shared his thoughts on this new direction during an event with Breitbar

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

West Virginia's Guard in D. C. : A Legal Showdown

A legal battle is heating up in West Virginia. A local group is suing the state's governor. They say he broke the rules by sending National Guard troops to Washington, D. C. The governor's office disagrees. They believe federal law backs up their decision. This isn't the first time this issue has b

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Brazil's Bloody Cycle: Politics and Violence

Brazil's recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favelas left many dead, raising questions about the country's approach to crime and politics. Over 2, 500 officers, backed by drones and armored vehicles, stormed the areas, resulting in dozens of deaths. Governor Cláudio Castro called it a succes

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Drones Over Belgium: A New Kind of Battle

Belgium is facing a new challenge. Drones are flying over important places like airports, military bases, and even a nuclear plant. The government thinks Russia might be behind this, but they can't be sure. Foreign help is on the way. Teams from France, Germany, and Britain are coming to Belgium. T

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Political Divide Deepens as Government Shutdown Deal Sparks Controversy

A deal to end the record-long government shutdown has been struck, but it's not all smooth sailing for Democrats. Eight Senate Democrats joined forces with Republicans to push forward a plan to reopen the government. This agreement still needs final approval from the Senate, a nod from the House, an

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: Who Really Pays the Price?

The Supreme Court is looking closely at President Trump's tariffs. Experts say this is not just about trade. It's about who has the power to decide how money is collected. Marc Busch, a professor at Georgetown University, talked about this on a podcast. He said the tariffs are really just taxes. An

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