Legislation introduced to grant Washington, D.C. statehood
Forty-one Democratic senators have introduced legislation establishing statehood for the District of Columbia.
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National
In chilled North Carolina mountains, white-hot heat rises on FEMA
As the chill and snow of a winter storm blanketed western North Carolina, blowtorch heat is white-hot on FEMA and Administrator Deanne Criswell.
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Consumers feeling more confident in economy post-election
Consumers are becoming increasingly confident in the economy, the December results rising for the fifth month in a row.
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Gas prices drop to $3.02, increases likely ahead
The national average gas price fell to $3.02 per gallon, while diesel increased to $3.53 per gallon. Experts say upward pressure on gas prices... Read More.
Experts warn U.S. financial liabilities far exceed reported figures
Financial experts are sounding the alarm over the federal government's practices, warning that the true scope of U.S. liabilities far exceeds what is publicly... Read More.
Trump celebrates special counsels exit before inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump took aim at special counsel Jack Smith once again after the prosecutor resigned days before Trump is set to re-take the... Read More.
Everyday Economics: Was the economy re-accelerating as 2024 came to a close?
(The Center Square ) – This week’s economic data deluge will provide critical insights into whether the economy was re-accelerating as we closed out... Read More.
Manifest Destiny? Trump’s expansionist ideas have U.S. historical precedent
President-elect Donald Trump has made international headlines by suggesting that Canada could become the 51st state and the U.S. could purchase Greenland.
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Two federal judges rule for small businesses, halt Corporate Transparency Act
Within one month of each other, two federal judges ruled that a law passed by Congress is “likely unconstitutional” and ruled in favor of... Read More.
Poverty rate in U.S. drops due to welfare program expansion
Low-income households are becoming increasingly dependent on government welfare and entitlement programs rather than work paychecks, according to a new report from the Congressional... Read More.
