Politics & Policy
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Trump push to restrain birthright citizenship gets ammo from unlikely source: liberal polling group
The Supreme Court is weighing the legality of Trump's executive order that looks to end birthright citizenship and "birth tourism," which the administration argues “rewards illegal immigration."
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Mainstream media pounce on NIH director for raising evidence standards for CDC research
Several public health experts who later joined Trump administration, including NIH's Jay Bhattacharya and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, criticized rigor of research in CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report under Biden.
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How VA becomes CA: debate exposes anti-Trump, progressive policies could destroy Old Dominion
A Democrat-dominated congressional map could entrench one-party progressive governance in Virginia, importing California-style policies on taxes, homelessness and immigrant spending.
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Americans overwhelmingly oppose military seizure of Greenland: Poll
Americans decidedly opposed the acquisition of Mexico, with 69% disapproving of such a move.
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Illinois climatologist looks at what lies ahead for 2024
During an Illinois Soybean Association webinar, Trent Ford said 2024 got off to a dry start, which allowed farmers to get an early start during spring planting season.
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Michigan pilots first electric police vehicle
This is just one part of the state’s wider move towards green energy, with many of the initiatives being a part of its Michigan Healthy Climate Plan
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Nearly 400 non-citizens voted in DC's 2024 general election: Judicial Watch
More than 230 of the non-citizen voters are registered Democrats, compared to less than 20 who are registered Republicans.
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Hegseth vows women can remain in combat roles, if standards 'remain high'
"I look forward to leading the men and women of our military," Hegseth said.
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Protesters disrupt Hegseth confirmation hearing
Members of activist group CodePink also appeared to advocate against a "crusade" and in defense of Palestinians.
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Taking control of Greenland strategic mineral riches comes with staggering costs for mining
Between a rock and a cold place: Jack Lifton, executive chairman of the Critical Minerals Institute, said the economics of mining in the U.S. make a lot more sense. The politics make it next to impossible, making offshore mining more realistic.
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Hegseth faces moment of truth as Senate kicks off confirmation hearings
The military veteran and media figure appears to have weathered much of the storm, however, as Senate Majority Leader John Thune reportedly expressed to Trump a belief that Hegseth has the votes to secure confirmation.
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You Vote: What do you think of Fetterman's meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago?
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Trump team releases schedule of events for Inauguration weekend
The schedule includes three official inaugural balls, a rally, the presidential parade, and the official signing ceremony at the White House.