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GOP convention showcases 'Conservatives in Name Only' | Opinion

GOP convention showcases 'Conservatives in Name Only' | Opinion

At GOP midterm convention, VP Vance asked voters to not give the country to the left. He ignored the party's ideological betrayals.
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Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

An increasing number of Democratic leaders have begun to push back against their party’s unflinching support for the transgender community this midterm season
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How much are Trump's tariffs costing New York? See the estimate

How much are Trump's tariffs costing New York? See the estimate

A new analysis estimates New York has incurred $15 billion in costs from tariffs imposed through presidential executive action since January 2025.
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How much are tariffs costing Missouri? See where the state ranks

How much are tariffs costing Missouri? See where the state ranks

A new report highlights how tariffs are affecting Missouri businesses, including which imported goods are generating the highest costs.
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NY ranks sixth nationwide for estimated Trump tariff costs, report finds

NY ranks sixth nationwide for estimated Trump tariff costs, report finds

A National Taxpayers Union Foundation report estimates New York's cost from tariffs imposed through presidential executive action at $15 billion since January 2025.
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California and States Sue Trump Administration Over Expanded Green Card Denial Rules

California and States Sue Trump Administration Over Expanded Green Card Denial Rules

California, alongside 21 other states, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge a new rule that broadens the criteria for denying green cards. The rule, set to take effect soon, expands the definition of a 'public charge' to include individuals who have used or may use public benefits such such as food or healthcare assistance. Previously, the 'public charge' assessment was limited to the use of cash welfare and long-term institutional care. The updated guidance allows immigration officers to deny green cards for 'any and all benefits,' potentially including free school lunches or state-provided health insurance for applicants or their dependents, even U.S. citizen children. This is not the first time the Trump administration has attempted such a policy; a similar rule in 2019 was struck down by courts and later reversed under President Joe Biden. California Attorney General Rob Bonta stated this is the 92nd lawsuit California has filed against the federal government since ...
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El Sayed, Michigan Democrats run against tariffs, Canada trade war

El Sayed, Michigan Democrats run against tariffs, Canada trade war

Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and other Michigan Democrats talk to USA TODAY about the trade war with Canada as a campaign issue.
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HUD Must Face California Lawsuit Over DEI Grant Conditions Mandated by President Trump's Executive Orders

HUD Must Face California Lawsuit Over DEI Grant Conditions Mandated by President Trump's Executive Orders

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has been ordered to face a lawsuit challenging grant conditions that require recipients to comply with President Trump’s executive orders on immigration and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Judge Jon S. Tigar of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued the order on Monday, rejecting the federal government's argument that the claims brought by city and county public housing authorities were duplicative of a separate lawsuit in Washington state. The judge determined that the parties and issues in the California case are distinct from those in the Washington litigation, necessitating that HUD address the legal challenge directly. This ruling means that the lawsuit, which contests the legality and implications of these grant conditions, will proceed in California.
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MPA and Unions Tout Jobs Gains From Federal Film Incentive: ‘The Story Is Undeniable’

MPA and Unions Tout Jobs Gains From Federal Film Incentive: ‘The Story Is Undeniable’

A coalition of unions joined with the Motion Picture Association on Tuesday to unveil a report showing that a federal film incentive would reverse the decline of domestic production and create 143,500 jobs per year. The MPA held a Zoom press conference with actor Jon Voight and Reps. Laura Friedman and Brian Jack, the bill’s […]
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Silver and bighead carp threaten native species, Great Lakes tourism

Silver and bighead carp threaten native species, Great Lakes tourism

An update on the progress of efforts to stop invasive carp from destroying the $8 billion Great Lakes fishing and tourism industry.
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Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. Comments on Smithsonian Secretary's Departure Amidst Trump Administration Pressure

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. Comments on Smithsonian Secretary's Departure Amidst Trump Administration Pressure

Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, has announced his resignation after seven years in the role. His departure comes during a period of significant pressure from the Trump administration, which has reportedly targeted the institution and its leadership. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., who serves as the Smithsonian’s chancellor, issued a statement acknowledging Mr. Bunch's contributions, stating that he "pursued excellence in the telling of our nation’s story" and that the Smithsonian had "benefited greatly from his wisdom, vision and leadership." Mr. Bunch is expected to retire at the end of the year. The Trump administration's actions have included an executive order accusing the Smithsonian of promoting narratives that portray American and Western values as harmful, and calls for cutting exhibits inconsistent with federal law. President Trump also reportedly complained on social media that the Smithsonian was "OUT OF CONTROL" and focused too much on the history of slavery.
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Trump Administration's Silence on Salvadoran TPS Protections Elicits Relief and Uncertainty

Trump Administration's Silence on Salvadoran TPS Protections Elicits Relief and Uncertainty

The Trump administration has remained silent on the future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 170,000 immigrants from El Salvador, allowing a deadline to pass without a public announcement. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stated it would make an announcement "at an appropriate time" and that TPS for El Salvador would remain in effect until then. This lack of a decision has been met with relief by some, including Del. Alfonso Lopez (D-3) of Northern Virginia, who expressed gratitude that protections and work eligibility are holding fast. However, it also creates uncertainty for TPS holders, their families, and employers. Critics, like Ben Johnson of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, argue that the administration is leaving these individuals in limbo. TPS was initially granted to El Salvador due to the aftermath of a civil war and natural disasters in 2001. While El Salvador has become significantly safer under President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on gangs, rights activists crit...