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Army recruiting is up, but data show trend began before the election, former Army official says

Politicians have attributed an increase in Army recruitment numbers to the so-called "Trump effect," but data shows that enlistments began to uptick before the 2024 presidential election.

‘BACK TO PLASTIC!’: Trump vows executive order ending ‘ridiculous’ push for paper straws

President Donald Trump signaled his intention to sign an executive order to end restrictions on plastic straws currently in place in several blue states.

Top Republican moves to restrict AI exports amid concerns over Chinese tech

House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green is leading a new bill to further restrict China from getting its hands on sensitive U.S. technology.

Rich Hamptonites promise: We will protect the housekeepers we exploit!

How canĀ East Hampton Village Police Chief Jeffrey Erickson assure his constituents that he won't helpĀ ICE deport their cleaning ladies?

Newsom wants to speed up a delayed rule to make California homes more fire resistant

As Los Angeles reels from deadly January wildfires that destroyed thousands of homes, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an order Thursday directing the state to advance long-delayed regulations requiring homeowners in high-risk areas to clear combustible materials around their homes.

Bill to permanently underscore fentanyl’s danger is speeding through Congress

The effort to permanently place deadly fentanyl and its chemical cousins on America's list of the most dangerous drugs is gaining momentum in Congress.

Congress eyes legislation to end pandemic-era eviction rules

Legislation now in the House hopper would end a pandemic-era federal regulation that required landlords to provide tenants with 30 days' notice before starting eviction proceedings.

Chris Swanson, prominent sheriff and Democrat, announces run for Michigan governor

Chris Swanson, the high-profile sheriff of Michigan's Genesee County, is launching a Democratic bid to become the battleground state's next governor.

McConnell, Warner push bill to preserve whiskey and wildlife

Sens. Mitch McConnell and Mark R. Warner are pushing legislation to support the growth of white oak trees, saying a pending shortage threatens the ecosystem and Kentucky's prized bourbon industry.

The U.S. draws a ‘red line’ over including Hezbollah in Lebanon’s government, new envoy says

A newly appointed U.S. envoy said Friday that she hoped Lebanese authorities are committed to making sure that the Hezbollah militant group is not a part of the new government in any form.

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