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Palantir’s CEO on why he’s ‘the most popular’ tech CEO

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Federal government begins new fiscal year in deep budget deficit

Uncle Sam's income dipped and spending rose in October as the federal government started off fiscal 2027 just as it ended 2026 -- deep in the red.

Seen, Heard & Whispered: Keep Guard in D.C., Muslim interns, DOJ lawyer booted from case

The very day last month that the District of Columbia was arguing in a federal appeals court against President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to help protect the city, David Michael captured a daylight shooting on his patio cam at his LeDroit Park home.

Hakeem Jeffries backs return of proxy voting when Democrats take over, rewrite House rules

House Democrats are eyeing changes to how the chamber operates when their colossal majority takes control next Congress.

U.S. returns over $12 billion in oil proceeds to Venezuela since Maduro’s ouster, report says

The Trump administration says it has returned more than $12 billion, or almost 99%, of the revenue obtained from the sales of Venezuelan oil since it ousted then-President Nicolas Maduro in January.

Soros-backed Philly DA could face uphill battle for re-election if GOP write-in scheme succeeds

In deep-blue Philadelphia, the GOP is urging its primary voters to write in the Democrat challenging Soros-backed DA Larry Krasner in the hopes of getting him to the general election.

Flashback: Remember when Nikki Haley called for mental competency tests for all politicians 75 or older?

As Nikki Haley pushed for mental competency tests in her 2024 presidential run, former President Joe Biden's cognitive abilities and transparency in leadership continue to be debated.

Pittsburgh’s progressive mayor faces stiff challenge from ‘old guard’ in primary

Steel City voters choose between incumbent's progressive agenda and Corey O'Connor's more moderate Democratic vision.

Biden’s sad prostate cancer diagnosis: Unanswered questions and MAGA attacks

It was revealed over the weekend that former President Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer – and public responses range from heartfelt to outright ghoulish.

House GOP channels ‘Nighthawks’ as they try to pass Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Budget Committee advances tax cut package in late-night session as House Republican lawmakers channel Edward Hopper's 'Nighthawks' with 1 a.m. meetings

New Jersey Democratic congresswoman charged with assaulting law enforcement at ICE facility

Rep. LaMonica McIver, New Jersey Democrat, is facing federal criminal charges for getting physical with ICE agents who tried to block her from entering a detention facility in Newark earlier this month.

Texas gang members sentenced for human smuggling after high-speed border chases

Two gang members have been sentenced for human smuggling, following a series of high-speed chases at the border.

‘Project Homecoming’ launches with first flight of 64 illegal immigrants accepting $1,000 to self-deport

First flight of DHS's "Project Homecoming" departed the U.S. on Monday with 64 self-deporting illegal immigrants. Trump's program offers $1,000 and free flights out of the country.

DOJ launches investigation into blue state city over alleged race-based hiring

The DOJ is investigating Chicago for potential racial discrimination in hiring practices under Mayor Brandon Johnson, following remarks on Black officials in his administration.

‘Dead of night’: Dems accuse GOP of cowardice over late-night votes on Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ budget bill

After scheduling a 1 a.m. committee hearing to continue advancing President Trump's desired "big, beautiful" budget bill, Democrats are slamming the move as an effort to avoid criticism.

Texas bill pushes strictest social media ban for minors in the nation

Proposed Texas legislation, Bill 186, would ban minors from social media, enforce parental consent, and address the risks associated with digital platforms.

U.S. to pay out almost $5 million to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt

The federal government is expected to pay out about $5 million to the family of Ashli Babbitt to settle a lawsuit brought by her estate.

Taxpayers in metro Phoenix still footing the bill for Joe Arpaio’s immigration crackdowns

Twenty years ago, when Arizona became frustrated with its porous border with Mexico, the state passed a series of immigration laws as proponents regularly griped about how local taxpayers get stuck paying the education, health care and other costs for people in the U.S. illegally.

Pro-life activists warn House Republicans against ‘betrayal’ on Planned Parenthood funding

Pro-life activists are turning up the heat on House Republicans over the budget reconciliation bill's provision barring Medicaid funds for large abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood.

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