Alleged fraud ringleader skips town ahead of court hearing
A man accused of orchestrating one of Minnesota's largest Medicaid fraud schemes has failed to appear in court, forcing a delay in his $11... Read More.
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Analysts say rail merger could cut shipping costs, ease delays for farmers
Agriculture economists and transportation analysts say a proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern could lower... Read More.
Trump DOJ releases report on Biden administration’s ‘weaponization’ of the FACE Act
The Trump administration's Justice Department released a report Tuesday that it says details the Biden administration's uneven enforcement of the Freedom of Access to... Read More.
Thousands of troops aiding Iranian blockade as more ships head to U.S.
The U.S. may return to the negotiating table with Iran soon, as thousands of American service members assist in the blockade of Iranian ports.
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Student achievement declines despite rising graduation rates
High school graduation rates have increased while student achievement across K-12 public schools has declined, raising concerns among education experts about academic standards and... Read More.
Election to fill U.S. Rep. Swalwell’s seat set for Aug. 18
The special election to fill the seat of U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-California, will take place Aug. 18, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday afternoon.
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Vacant but not cheap: Report highlights cost of empty federal buildings
The federal government's latest effort to get rid of unused buildings was hampered by staffing cuts, but it is expected to save taxpayers billions... Read More.
U.S. considers gas tax holiday as Canada moves ahead
Americans could soon pay more at the pump as the U.S.-Iran conflict disrupts oil markets, while lawmakers debate suspending the federal gas tax, a... Read More.
Survey: Most U.S. voters hold government fraud responsible for high cost of living
Concurrent with the Trump administration's War on Fraud, a survey shows that most American voters believe government fraud is responsible for the nation's high... Read More.
Lawmakers push back against ‘blank check for warrantless surveillance’
Ahead of a scheduled House floor vote Wednesday, dozens of U.S. lawmakers are demanding that any extension of the federal government's electronic surveillance powers... Read More.
