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Ethics panel recommends House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides

Ethics panel recommends House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides

The House Ethics Committee has recommended the House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina after finding that he engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
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As Blanche's path to confirmation is cleared, Trump's tax audit immunity remains in place

As Blanche's path to confirmation is cleared, Trump's tax audit immunity remains in place

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has rescinded President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” meant for his political allies
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Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83

Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83

Kay Granger, the first Republican woman from Texas to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and who served for nearly three decades, has died
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Kay Granger, first Republican woman to lead House Appropriations Committee, dies at 83

Kay Granger, first Republican woman to lead House Appropriations Committee, dies at 83

NEW YORK, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Kay Granger, a Texas Republican who was the first woman from her party to chair the U.S. House of Representatives' powerful Appropriations Committee, has died, her son J.D. Granger confirmed to Reuters on Sunday. She was 83. No cause of death was given.
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Factbox-Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of the White House and Washington

Factbox-Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of the White House and Washington

By Steve Holland and Trevor Hunnicutt WASHINGTON, Aug 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is pursuing an ambitious remaking of Washington, with plans for projects ranging from a new White House ballroom to a 250-foot (76 m) arch and a recast Kennedy Center.
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Former Texas Congresswoman Kay Granger Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy of Firsts

Former Texas Congresswoman Kay Granger Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy of Firsts

Former U.S. Representative Kay Granger, a pioneering figure in Texas politics, has died at the age of 83. Granger was the first woman to serve as the mayor of Fort Worth and the first Republican woman from Texas elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. She also held the position of Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee. Granger's career was marked by her dedication to public service, having served on the Fort Worth Zoning Commission, City Council, and as a businesswoman and teacher. Her passing was announced by officials on Sunday night. Granger had stepped down from her congressional role in 2025 due to health challenges, after nearly three decades of service.
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Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules

Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules

President Donald Trump's administration is planning a major overhaul of the Head Start program
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CBS Bets Tony Dokoupil’s ‘Big Question’ Segment Makes Sizable Difference in Evening-News Battle

CBS Bets Tony Dokoupil’s ‘Big Question’ Segment Makes Sizable Difference in Evening-News Battle

Tony Dokoupil’s job hinges on breaking news. He has recently been taking precious seconds to try and knit some of it together. On a recent Friday night, the “CBS Evening News” anchor stopped the rat-a-tat-tat delivery of headlines for which his program and similar ones are known, just to reflect. He delivered a short monologue […]
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The Planned White House Ballroom That Sparked National Debate

The Planned White House Ballroom That Sparked National Debate

The White House State Ballroom project, announced in 2025, has been a source of significant controversy. This planned expansion of the White House ...
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Former Republican Rep. Kay Granger Remembered as a Trailblazer After Passing at 83

Former Republican Rep. Kay Granger Remembered as a Trailblazer After Passing at 83

Former Republican Representative Kay Granger of Texas has passed away at the age of 83. Granger was a pioneering figure in U.S. politics, being the first woman elected as mayor of Fort Worth, Texas, and the first Republican woman from Texas elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. She also served as the first female Republican chair of the House Appropriations Committee. Granger retired in January 2025 due to health challenges. Her colleagues, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Lisa McClain, have praised her for breaking barriers for women and her dedication to public service.
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On This Day: Nancy Pelosi Landed in Taiwan in a Historic Visit

On This Day: Nancy Pelosi Landed in Taiwan in a Historic Visit

In August 2022, Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, made a significant visit to Taiwan. This visit marked the first tim...
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Foreign homebuyers are leaving the U.S. market. Will prices drop?

Foreign homebuyers are leaving the U.S. market. Will prices drop?

Many non-Americans are hesitant to come to the United States right now. And I'm not just talking about international travelers — this reluctance also applies to potential foreign homebuyers. International buyers purchased only 67,100 properties in the 12-month period from April 2025 to March 2026, ...