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Feb 16 2025POLITICS

Justice Department's Independence Under Fire

The Justice Department, a place that should be all about facts and the law, is facing some serious trouble. Just a month into the new administration, there have been some worrying moves. The department has been asking for the names of thousands of FBI agents who looked into the Capitol riot. They

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

Wyoming's First Human Bird Flu Case: What You Need to Know

Wyoming has seen its first human case of bird flu. The patient is an older woman from Platte County. She is currently in a hospital out of state. This is the third hospitalization in the United States related to H5N1. The state health officer, Dr. Alexia Harrist, says there is no need for widespread

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight: Zelenskyy's Urgent Call for U. S. Support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently sat down with NBC News' "Meet the Press" during the Munich Security Conference. He made it clear that Ukraine's survival, both now and in the future, hinges on U. S. military support. Zelenskyy emphasized that without this backing, Ukraine's chances o

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Feb 15 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu Hits Wyoming: What You Need to Know

In the heart of southeast Wyoming, an elderly woman is currently battling bird flu, also known as Type A H5N1 influenza. This marks the first time a human case has been confirmed in the state. The woman, who resides in Platte County, is believed to have caught the virus from an infected flock of bir

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Mayor's Case: Justice Department's Sudden U-Turn

The Justice Department has asked a court to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a move that has sparked controversy and resignations. This decision comes after a tense standoff between the Justice Department's leadership in Washington and the independent-minded prosecutor

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Oops! Trump's Team Accidentally Fired Key Nuclear Staff

In a surprising turn of events, over 300 employees at the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) were let go. This agency is responsible for managing the country's nuclear weapons. However, it seems that the officials who made this decision were not aware of the NNSA's crucial role. The En

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

A High-Stakes Showdown Over Government Data

Imagine this: A judge steps in and blocks access to crucial financial data. This isn't just a minor hiccup; it's a big deal that could shake up the entire global economy. The standoff involves President Trump's administration and a group of 19 states leaning towards the Democratic party. These state

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's Plan to Overhaul Education: McMahon's Vision

Linda McMahon, a Trump ally, was tasked with reshaping the Education Department. Her plan involved reallocating key functions to other agencies, not completely dismantling the department. McMahon suggested that programs like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act could be better managed by

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Tesla's Big Deal with the State Department on Hold

Imagine this: The State Department was all set to buy some fancy armored electric vehicles from Elon Musk's Tesla. The plan was for a whopping $400 million. But then, the Trump administration stepped in and hit the pause button. The reason? Some big news about the deal came out. At firs

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Education in the Balance: Trump's Plan and McMahon's Mission

The Department of Education is in a state of uncertainty. President Trump has been hinting at shutting it down for a while, and now he might actually do it. He's already signed a bunch of education-related executive orders and is thinking about taking more drastic steps. This week, the Department of

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