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Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump's 3rd surgeon general pick, faces Senate grilling

Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump's 3rd surgeon general pick, faces Senate grilling

A radiologist who's a former Fox News contributor will be facing lawmakers as President Donald Trump’s third nominee for surgeon general

Fourth measles-associated death reported in Pennsylvania outbreak

Fourth measles-associated death reported in Pennsylvania outbreak

The Keystone State has been at the center of a deadly outbreak as cases of the highly infectious disease reach a 30-year high nationwide.

Pennsylvania measles-associated deaths climb to four as outbreak grows

Pennsylvania measles-associated deaths climb to four as outbreak grows

By Sriparna Roy and Kamal Choudhury Sept 15 (Reuters) - The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Tuesday reported two more measles-associated deaths, both in unvaccinated individuals, bringing the state's total fatalities linked to the disease outbreak to four.

Trust in measles vaccines falls in US, Reuters Ipsos poll finds

Trust in measles vaccines falls in US, Reuters Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange and Yasmeen Abutaleb WASHINGTON, Sept 15 (Reuters) - Americans' trust in vaccines for deadly childhood diseases including measles has fallen in recent years, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found, a troubling sign for the country as it experiences its worst measles outbreaks in decades.

President Trump Submits Key Nominations to Senate, Including Judicial, Diplomatic, and Agency Posts

President Trump Submits Key Nominations to Senate, Including Judicial, Diplomatic, and Agency Posts

President Trump has sent a series of nominations to the Senate for confirmation, encompassing a wide range of critical positions within the U.S. government. These nominations include several individuals for United States District Judge roles across various districts, such as Samuel D. Adkisson for the Eastern District of Tennessee and Philip Axt for the District of North Dakota. Diplomatic appointments are also prominent, with Junaid Munir nominated as Ambassador to the Republic of Djibouti and Paul Watzlavick as Ambassador to the Republic of Suriname. Key agency leadership roles are also part of this submission, including Heidi Overton to be Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Department of Health and Human Services, and Robert Stebbins to be General Counsel for the Department of the Treasury. Additionally, Joshua Shoemaker has been nominated as Chief Financial Officer for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). These nominations are crucial for filling vacancies and ensuring the continued o...

Analysis-Crypto bill's defeat shows limits of industry's political machine

Analysis-Crypto bill's defeat shows limits of industry's political machine

By Hannah Lang and Michelle Price WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S.

A fourth measles death is reported in Pennsylvania

A fourth measles death is reported in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania officials are reporting a fourth measles-associated death

Representative Houlahan Criticizes President Trump's Administration for Purging Election Security Personnel

Representative Houlahan Criticizes President Trump's Administration for Purging Election Security Personnel

Representative Chrissy Houlahan has publicly criticized President Trump's administration for allegedly purging over 33% of election security personnel from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Houlahan stated that while President Trump emphasizes the need for secure elections, his White House has simultaneously dismantled programs designed to protect voting rights. She asserted that she is actively working to ensure election administrators in Pennsylvania are equipped with the necessary resources to maintain free, fair, and secure elections. This statement highlights a significant concern among some lawmakers regarding the federal government's commitment to election security and the potential impact of personnel changes on the integrity of the electoral process.

Pennsylvania reports two additional measles-associated deaths

Pennsylvania reports two additional measles-associated deaths

Sept 15 (Reuters) - The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Tuesday confirmed two more measles-associated deaths, both in unvaccinated individuals, bringing the state's total fatalities linked to the disease to four.

Senate to Vote on Clarity Act, Establishing New Crypto Regulatory Structure Amid Ethics Debate

Senate to Vote on Clarity Act, Establishing New Crypto Regulatory Structure Amid Ethics Debate

The U.S. Senate is scheduled for a crucial vote on the Clarity Act, a bill designed to establish a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. This vote comes after months of the bill languishing in the Senate, despite clearing the Senate Banking Committee in May. The legislation requires 60 votes to pass, meaning at least seven Democrats would need to support it to overcome a filibuster. Intense last-minute lobbying efforts are underway from both banks and the cryptocurrency industry. A key development is President Trump's agreement to new ethics provisions within the bill, including a requirement for federal officials and their spouses to divest or place significant financial interests in digital assets into a blind trust. Additionally, the updated bill includes a provision allowing state attorneys general to enforce these ethics rules, a critical demand from Democrats. The White House has emphasized the importance of passing the Clarity Act to maintain U.S. leadership in inno...

President Trump's Sons Launch World Liberty Financial, Generating Over $500 Million in Crypto Revenue

President Trump's Sons Launch World Liberty Financial, Generating Over $500 Million in Crypto Revenue

Donald Trump's sons launched a cryptocurrency venture named World Liberty Financial in 2024. This venture has reportedly generated over $500 million in revenue from the sale of crypto products, including 'governance tokens,' as detailed in President Trump's annual disclosure report filed with the Office of Government Ethics. This figure contributes to the more than $1.4 billion President Trump reported from various crypto businesses last year. Initially, President Trump expressed skepticism about cryptocurrency, describing it as 'highly volatile and based on thin air.' However, he has since become a proponent, influenced by his sons' involvement in the business and its appeal to specific voter demographics, such as Black and younger voters. The White House maintains that President Trump remains uninvolved in his family's business decisions.

Pennsylvania officials report state's 3rd death involving measles

Pennsylvania officials report state's 3rd death involving measles

A Pennsylvania woman's death is the state's third this year involving the measles virus