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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Car Talk Breakdown: Why Top Auto Bosses Snubbed a Senate Invite

Senator Ted Cruz had big plans to talk about car prices with the bosses of major car companies. He wanted to discuss how rules to fight climate change might be making cars more expensive. But things didn't go as planned. Cruz invited the heads of Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors. He also invite

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

A Doctor's Dilemma: Vaccine Changes Spark Debate

Senator Bill Cassidy, a medical doctor from Louisiana, found himself in a tough spot during a recent interview. He was asked if he regretted supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for a top health job. Cassidy, known for his calm demeanor, stumbled over his words. He didn't want to talk about his personal

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Standing Firm: Why Democrats Should Stick to Their Progressive Plans

Senator Elizabeth Warren from Massachusetts has a strong message for her Democratic colleagues. She believes the party should not soften its progressive stance to please wealthy donors. With important elections coming up in 2026, Democrats have a choice to make. Warren spoke at The National Press C

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Judges in the Hot Seat: Senate Republicans Push for Impeachment

Senate Republicans recently held a hearing to discuss the impeachment of certain judges. This move comes after President Trump and his supporters have been vocal about removing judges who have ruled against his policies. Democrats, however, see this as an attempt to pressure the judiciary into favor

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Arizona Senator Stands Firm on Troops' Rights Message

Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona is making waves after a video he made with other Democrats. In the video, he told U. S. troops they have the right to refuse illegal orders. This didn't sit well with some people, especially Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Hegseth said Kelly's actions were "seditio

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Taxpayer Money Shouldn't Fund Capitol Rioters, Say Democrats

Senate Democrats are pushing for new laws to stop taxpayer money from going to people who attacked the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. This comes five years after the event. One proposed law would prevent any compensation fund for the rioters. Another law would stop federal money from being used t

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

Idaho Senators: Marijuana Over Major Issues

Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch from Idaho have chosen an unexpected battle. They are challenging President Trump's decision to reclassify marijuana. Both senators have been quiet on many significant issues. These include Trump's foreign policy moves and his impact on healthcare. Instead, they are

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Senegal's Debt Crisis: A Race Against Time

Senegal is in a hurry to wrap up talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The country's finance minister shared this news recently, hinting at progress in handling a massive debt problem. The debt situation is serious, with figures showing it reached 132% of the country's GDP by the end of

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Dec 30 2025CRIME

Mailing Checks: A Risky Move in the Digital Age

Sending checks through the mail might seem like a safe bet, but it's not always the case. A recent incident highlights the risks involved. A person from Perry Township sent a check for nearly $4, 000 to an insurance company. The check was stolen, altered, and cashed by a thief. The thief removed the

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's Wealth Tripled: Who Really Benefits?

Sen. Bernie Sanders recently pointed out that President Donald Trump's wealth has nearly tripled since he took office. This huge increase, according to Sanders, is largely due to Trump's crypto ventures, which he believes are funded by foreign governments. Sanders argues that this wealth surge comes

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