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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 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Firms Face Tough Questions on Fraud Prevention

Senators Maggie Hassan and Josh Hawley have taken a stand against AI-driven scams. They sent letters to major AI companies, asking how they plan to stop fraudsters from misusing their technology. The companies include Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Perplexity, and xAI. The senators wan

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Nov 19 2025POLITICS

Senators Demand Full Disclosure on Epstein Files

Senators are pushing hard to get all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein. They don't want any half-truths or excuses. They want everything out in the open. This is because they don't trust the current administration to handle it properly. The case of Epstein has been a hot topic again. It was quie

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Nov 08 2025FINANCE

Fiserv's Leadership Under Fire: Senators Question Former CEO's Actions

Senators Ron Wyden and Elizabeth Warren are asking tough questions about Frank Bisignano's time as Fiserv's CEO. They want to know if he played a part in the company's recent struggles and if he was honest with investors about Fiserv's financial outlook. Fiserv's stock took a big hit last week. Thi

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Move to Stop Potential Venezuela Attack

Senators are set to vote on a resolution that could prevent President Trump from attacking Venezuela without Congress's say-so. This comes after officials admitted they lack legal grounds for striking Venezuelan land, despite recent U. S. strikes on boats near Venezuela's coast. The resolution, led

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

U. S. Senators Question Military Strikes on Suspected Drug Boats

Senators from the Democratic party have raised concerns about the U. S. military's recent actions against suspected drug vessels. They want the Justice Department to explain the legal basis for these strikes, which have resulted in around 57 deaths. The senators argue that killing suspects without p

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Crypto in 401(k)s? Senators Raise Red Flags

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, along with other Democratic colleagues, have expressed serious concerns about the Trump administration's push to include cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement plans. They argue that this move could expose millions of Americans to unnecessary financial ri

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Oct 18 2025OPINION

How Susan Stamberg Made NPR Sound Like Home

Susan Stamberg was a game-changer for NPR. She didn't just report the news; she made it feel personal. Back in the early days of NPR, she was the voice that made people stop and wonder, "Who is that? " She wasn't your typical news anchor. She was lively, funny, and real. She made the news feel like

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Jul 30 2025HEALTH

Susan Monarez Takes the Helm at CDC: What's Her Stance on Health Issues?

Susan Monarez is now the official head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Senate voted to confirm her, with 51 votes in favor and 47 against, strictly along party lines. This comes after she was nominated by President Trump in March. He described her as a "dedicated public

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Jul 16 2025BUSINESS

Fed Official Sees Strong Economy as a Buffer Against Tariff Effects

Susan Collins, who leads the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, thinks the economy is strong enough to handle tariffs without needing quick action from the Fed. She believes businesses and households are in good shape, which might help soften the blow of higher tariffs. This gives the Fed time to caref

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