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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Big Money in Politics: What's the Deal with Campaign Finance?

The Supreme Court is currently debating a campaign finance case. This case is about how much money a political party’s committee can spend while working with a political candidate. During the discussion, Justice Sonia Sotomayor brought up a big question. She hinted at Elon Musk’s huge donation to Do

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Lithuania Takes Strong Action Against Smuggler Balloons

Lithuania has taken a big step. They declared a state of emergency. This is because of balloons coming from Belarus. These balloons are used by smugglers. They carry cigarettes and other goods. This is not just about goods. It is also about national security. The balloons are causing problems. They

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

India's Defence Giants Explore Russian Partnerships Amid Global Tensions

India's top defence companies have been quietly talking with Russia about working together. This is a big deal because India usually buys weapons from many countries, not just Russia. The talks happened during a visit to Moscow in October. The Indian government wants to make more weapons in India in

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Sudan's Rising Violence: A Growing Refugee Crisis

Sudan is facing a serious situation. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a powerful militia, is gaining ground. They recently took over al-Fashir, a major city in Darfur. Now, they are moving eastward into the Kordofan region. This includes seizing Sudan's largest oil field. The violence is pushing peop

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Healthcare Help: Republicans Propose Cash for Care

Healthcare costs are a big worry for many Americans. Some lawmakers want to give people money to help with these costs. Two senators, Bill Cassidy and Mike Crapo, have a plan. They want to give Americans between $1, 000 and $1, 500. This money would go into special savings accounts for healthcare. T

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Oregon's Leaders: Big Words, Small Steps

Oregon is in a tough spot. The economy is not growing fast. People aren't moving there as much as before. Houses are too pricey. Businesses are having a hard time. So, what are the leaders doing? They're talking a lot. But are they doing enough? At a recent gathering, top officials shared their tho

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Healthcare Costs: A New Republican Plan Sparks Debate

A new proposal from Republicans might lead to higher healthcare costs for many Americans. The CARE Act, introduced by Senator Bernie Moreno, aims to extend ACA Premium Tax Credits temporarily and gradually phase out COVID-era subsidies over two years. During the pandemic, enhanced ACA tax credits h

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Supreme Court to Decide if Campaign Cash is Free Speech

The Supreme Court is about to tackle a big question: Is giving money to political campaigns a form of free speech? This is the core issue in the case NRSC v. FEC, which will be argued in court soon. Back in 2022, JD Vance, who was a senator at the time, sued to challenge limits on how much politica

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

The Crypto Kingpin's Unexpected Freedom

Ross Ulbricht, the mastermind behind the infamous Silk Road dark web marketplace, has been a polarizing figure in the crypto world. He spent over a decade behind bars after being convicted of serious charges, including drug trafficking and hacking. But in a surprising twist, former U. S. President D

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Faith, Politics, and the Clash of Values

Senator Raphael Warnock, a Baptist pastor and Georgia Democrat, recently took to social media to criticize President Donald Trump's policies. He argued that these policies go against the teachings of the Bible, especially when it comes to helping the poor. Warnock pointed out that the Bible has many

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