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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Who Runs Crypto Policy at the Justice Department?

Todd Blanche just got a big promotion. He’s now in charge of the Department of Justice after his boss, Pam Bondi, was let go. Blanche used to be a top lawyer for Trump before this shift. People are talking about what his new job means for cryptocurrency. Blanche has a complicated history with crypt

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

College sports face new rules – but do presidents have the power to change them?

A recent order claims to set limits on how long college athletes can play and when they can transfer between schools. It also pushes for more protection of women’s sports funding and stricter rules against payments to athletes for their name and fame. The order arrives at a time when college sports

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

New rules aim to reshape college sports funding and fairness

The federal government is stepping in to set clearer guidelines for college sports, especially where money and fairness collide. A new order pushes agencies to review and tighten rules around athlete transfers, eligibility, and compensation. The goal? To stop questionable financial deals—like paymen

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

College athletes face new rules on playing time and transfers

A new rule change is coming for college athletes, and it could shake up sports programs across the country. The order limits players to just five years of eligibility within a five-year span. It also restricts transfers, letting athletes switch teams only once without losing a year of play. Schools

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Big Changes Coming for Medical Research Funding

The government wants to take $5 billion from medical research next year. That money helps scientists study diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. Now, they're asking for $41 billion instead of the $46 billion they get now. Some research centers might close completely under this plan. Five important

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

States Fight Back: Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s Mail‑In Voting Order

The latest legal battle over mail voting begins in Boston, where 22 state attorneys general and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit. They argue that President Trump’s new executive order is unconstitutional and tries to take away voters’ rights before the upcoming midterms. Trump’s dire

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

CDC Stops Many Lab Tests for a Quick Check

The CDC has stopped more than twenty lab tests. The pause is only for a short time. Officials say they are doing a routine check to keep tests accurate. The halted tests cover many diseases. Some can be done by private labs, like chickenpox and shingles. Others are rare, such as certain parasites o

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Checks and Balances Still Matter—Even in a “New World”

The Supreme Court heard arguments this week about whether a president can sidestep the Constitution with a signature. Many observers expected the justices to debate a new military plan overseas. Instead, the room buzzed about an older promise made at home—birthright citizenship. A top lawyer argued

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Health Cuts Hit Women Hard

Women depend on programs like Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act to stay healthy. Recent changes by the Trump administration threaten that safety net. The new law slashes Medicaid funding, which could cost over ten million people their insurance. It also forces many rural hospitals and cl

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Boosting Defense, Cutting Home Programs: Trump’s 2027 Budget Plan

Trump is set to unveil his budget for fiscal year 2027 on Friday. He wants to use the money to strengthen the military a lot. To pay for it, he plans to cut funding from domestic programs and health‑care benefits. The plan could be risky. People are unhappy with the war in Iran and gas pri

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