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US drug lobby group names former House leader Cantor as CEO

US drug lobby group names former House leader Cantor as CEO

Sept 29 (Reuters) - The top US pharmaceutical lobby group Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America said on Tuesday it had named former US House Majority Leader Eric Cantor as its next president and CEO, as drugmakers face pressure to lower prices.
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The Latest: Trump’s new AI-powered ‘America.gov’ pivots political answers moments after launch

The Latest: Trump’s new AI-powered ‘America.gov’ pivots political answers moments after launch

President Donald Trump has unveiled the AI-powered America
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Senator Hawley Calls for National Ban on Abortion Drug Mifepristone, Citing Safety Concerns and Increased Abortions

Senator Hawley Calls for National Ban on Abortion Drug Mifepristone, Citing Safety Concerns and Increased Abortions

U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) is advocating for a national ban on the abortion drug mifepristone, asserting that it is unsafe for both the unborn and the mother. He has introduced the Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act, which aims to revoke the FDA's approval of the drug. According to Senator Hawley, mifepristone is responsible for a significant increase in abortions, with more abortions occurring now than when Roe v. Wade was in effect. He claims that the drug leads to hospitalization for 11% of expectant mothers who use it, citing life-threatening conditions such as hemorrhaging, infections, and sepsis. Senator Hawley argues that pharmaceutical companies profit from the increased number of abortions facilitated by the drug. He also stated that the drug has turned 'every mailbox in America into a Planned Parenthood clinic,' making it accessible regardless of local regulations. The legislation has garnered seven Senate co-sponsors.
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The Latest: Trump administration loosens fuel economy standards

The Latest: Trump administration loosens fuel economy standards

The Trump administration has released new fuel economy standards that relax regulatory requirements for automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and light trucks
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Trump admin calls court block on Kennedy Center repairs 'existential' threat

Trump admin calls court block on Kennedy Center repairs 'existential' threat

Trump administration lawyers called a judge's block on his plans to renovate the Kennedy Center and add his name an 'existential' threat to venue.
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FBI deputy chief Bailey to resign after just over a year with agency

FBI deputy chief Bailey to resign after just over a year with agency

By Andrew Goudsward WASHINGTON, Sept 28 (Reuters) - FBI Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey said on Monday he is resigning his position, leaving the most prominent US law enforcement agency after a little more than a year.
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Have Republicans finally reached a tipping point on Trump? | Opinion

Have Republicans finally reached a tipping point on Trump? | Opinion

Trump-endorsed candidates are scrubbing him from websites and breaking with him on Iran. His grip on the GOP is slipping, but it's not gone yet.
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Travel company suing over national park fees

Travel company suing over national park fees

The travel firm claimed to have lost business due to fees targeting international travelers.
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The Latest: News outlets ask court to bar White House from enforcing ban until case is resolved

The Latest: News outlets ask court to bar White House from enforcing ban until case is resolved

Three news outlets President Donald Trump abruptly banished from White House grounds this month asked a federal court to block the ban until the case is resolved, saying the administration has “persisted in unpredictably and inconsistently implementing its ban” despite a judge’s restraining order — including selectively barring CNN from White House pool duties
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Trump starts $500 ACA refunds today. Who's eligible in North Carolina

Trump starts $500 ACA refunds today. Who's eligible in North Carolina

Trump's administration states that the refunds will be issued due to claims of Affordable Care Act overcharging.
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U.S. Department of Education Rescinds Biden-Era Title IX Rule, Reinstates Trump Administration Regulations

U.S. Department of Education Rescinds Biden-Era Title IX Rule, Reinstates Trump Administration Regulations

The U.S. Department of Education has formally rescinded the Biden administration's 2024 Title IX rule, as announced by Education Secretary Linda McMahon in an interview with OutKick. This action restores the 2020 regulatory text in the Code of Federal Regulations, which was established during the Trump administration. Secretary McMahon stated that this move clarifies the rules for students, teachers, schools, and parents, emphasizing that the department will enforce the regulations that reserve girls' and women's sports for biological females. The Biden administration's 2024 rule had expanded Title IX's sex-discrimination protections to include gender identity, a provision that has now been reversed. Courts had previously invalidated the Biden rule, and the department had already indicated in January 2025 its intention to enforce the first Trump administration's regulations. This decision aligns with the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to interpret Title IX through investigations, funding restrictio...
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U.S. Considers Diesel Export Ban Amid Record High Domestic Prices

U.S. Considers Diesel Export Ban Amid Record High Domestic Prices

The Trump administration is reportedly considering a ban on diesel exports from the U.S. in response to record-high domestic diesel prices, which are nearing $6.50 per gallon. This consideration comes six weeks before the mid-term elections, suggesting a potential move to address consumer concerns about fuel costs. Experts, however, believe that such a ban would likely offer only short-term relief to diesel prices in specific regions of the U.S. and is not a guaranteed solution. The proposal has met with opposition from industry leaders and European leaders, as the U.S. accounts for 40% of the European Union's diesel imports. French President Macron has also urged for the release of strategic reserves and regulatory changes to boost refining capacities in the near term to combat high diesel prices in Europe. The critical role of diesel across various sectors, including farming, transportation, and industrial uses, means that high prices have a broad stagflationary impact.