Ted Cruz slams Dems, media at California GOP convention
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, called the Democratic Party the party of the rich and the press "liars" during an hour-long speech at this... Read More.
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Everyday Economics: The macro backdrop is more difficult, and that matters for housing
Last week's inflation report showed the first clear signs that the conflict with Iran is feeding into the U.S. economy through energy prices. Consumer... Read More.
Trump: U.S. to blockade Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks falter
The U.S. Navy will blockade the Strait of Hormuz after Vice President J.D. Vance left Pakistan without a peace deal with Iran, President Donald... Read More.
Five years into Operation Lone Star, apprehensions ongoing in south Texas
Five years into Operation Lone Star, apprehensions of illegal border crossers are ongoing in Texas border communities and throughout south Texas. The greatest number... Read More.
Congress to tackle DHS shutdown, govt. funding, voter ID bill on return
After two weeks of recess, Congress returns Monday facing a still-shuttered Homeland Security department and a massive legislative to-do list.
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Report: Millions in medical bills lead to demand for price transparency policies
A new report shows hospitals in Virginia filed 1.15 million lawsuits against patients over unpaid medical bills between 2010 and 2024, collecting $1.4 billion.
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Finance professionals say the AI skills gap is widening
A new survey from the CQF Institute found 76% of finance professionals believe their academic training did not adequately prepare them for the artificial... Read More.
Taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood increased to $832M in 2024-2025
Planned Parenthood received $832 million in taxpayer funding in 2024-2025, an increase of $39.8 million from its previous report. A record number of abortions... Read More.
Biden laptop documentary makers claim social media still squelching disfavored POVs
A nonprofit group that advocates for government oversight is calling on Congress to investigate California social media companies for their alleged suppression of digital... Read More.
Trade court judges sharply question Trump’s backup tariffs, legal challenge
A panel of judges sharply questions attorneys on both sides of a challenge to President Donald Trump's backup tariffs under a never-used 1974 law.
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