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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

Congress Steps Up to Challenge Trump's Tariffs

The political scene in Washington is heating up as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are considering ways to curb President Trump's tariff policies. The recent tariffs on Canada have sparked a wave of action, with Republicans and Democrats alike exploring legislative moves to limit the presiden

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Congress Faces Proxy Voting Debate

Congress is at a crossroads. Some lawmakers want to allow new parents to vote remotely. Others are against it. This debate is heating up. The push for change started over a year ago. A group of younger lawmakers led by Representative Anna Paulina Luna began advocating for this change. She wanted ne

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Special Elections: The Big Test for Trump and Musk

Tuesday's elections are a big deal. They will show how popular Trump's first few months in his second term really are. Plus, they'll test the power of his buddy, Elon Musk. Musk is the richest person in the world and is trying to shake up the US government. Two big races are happening in Florida. T

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

Political Shuffle: Stefanik's UN Ambassadorship Bid Withdrawn

The political landscape shifted unexpectedly when President Trump announced that he was pulling the nomination of Representative Elise Stefanik for the position of U. S. Ambassador to the United Nations. This decision came as a surprise to many, as Stefanik had been seen as a strong contender for th

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

Crypto Industry Scores Big Tax Win

Congress has made a bold move that will have a significant impact on the crypto industry. This decision came on Wednesday when they voted to scrap a regulation that would have required certain digital asset platforms to share customer transaction details with the IRS. This change is expected to save

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

Republican Lawmakers Challenge PBS and NPR in Heated Congress Meeting

A recent congressional hearing turned into a heated debate. Republicans took aim at PBS and NPR. They accused these public media giants of being biased and spreading false information. The hearing was organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. She labeled PBS and NPR as "radical left-wing e

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Mar 26 2025POLITICS

Grants Cut: The Fight for Environmental Justice

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently made a significant decision. They have decided to cancel over 400 grants. These grants were worth more than 1. 5 billion dollars. They were meant to help minority communities deal with pollution. The money was allocated under a 2022 law. This la

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Mar 25 2025POLITICS

Judges Under Fire: GOP's Plan to Challenge Court Decisions

The political tension in Washington is heating up, with Republicans eyeing dramatic moves against federal judges. At the heart of the storm is Speaker Mike Johnson, who recently hinted at a bold strategy: eliminating certain federal courts. This isn't just about any judges; it's about those who have

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter for Education?

The Department of Education is facing a major shake-up. The current administration has taken a significant step towards dismantling it. An executive order was signed to start the process. This move is seen as a way to bypass the need for congressional approval. The administration believes the depart

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

The Battle for Free Speech Abroad

The U. S. government is in a legal battle with one of its own broadcasters. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty is suing the Trump administration. The network is fighting to keep its federal funding. This funding was allocated by Congress. The U. S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is accused of breaking

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