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Senate Confirms Lee Zeldin as EPA Administrator

The Republican-controlled Senate confirmed Lee Zeldin as the new EPA administrator by a 56-42 vote, signaling a likely rollback of environmental regulations under the Trump administration.

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Kennedy Faces Scrutiny in HHS Confirmation Hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.""s confirmation hearing for Health and Human Services secretary saw him face tough questions on his past stances on vaccines and abortion, despite claiming he is "pro-safety" and aligns with President Trump's policy to leave abortion decisions to the states; his confirmation re...

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Trump's Second Term Starts with Higher Approval Rating Than First

A Quinnipiac University poll reveals President Trump's approval rating at 46% at the start of his second term, exceeding his 36% rating from his first term, although still lower than President Biden's initial rating. The poll, conducted from January 23-27, highlights significant partisan divides and...

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US Halts NGO Funding Over Illegal Immigration Concerns

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced on Wednesday the department's decision to stop all grant funding to NGOs, citing concerns that these organizations are facilitating illegal immigration by operating in Mexico and assisting illegal border crossings; the move affects over $380 million ...

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Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years for Bribery

Former US Senator Bob Menendez received an 11-year prison sentence on Wednesday for bribery and acting as a foreign agent, following a conviction on multiple felony charges involving gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz received in exchange for favors to Egypt and New Jersey businessmen.

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Trump Plans to House 30,000 Migrants at Guantanamo Bay

US President Donald Trump announced plans to use the Guantanamo Bay detention camp to house up to 30,000 undocumented migrants, citing a need to increase detention capacity and describing the migrants as "criminals.

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Senate Advances Burgum's Interior Department Nomination

The Senate advanced Doug Burgum's nomination to lead the Interior Department by a 78-20 vote on Wednesday, reflecting his prioritization of national security and economic interests over environmental concerns; his confirmation is now pending a final vote.

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Trump's Second Term Begins with Higher Approval Ratings, but Divided Public Opinion

President Trump started his second term with higher approval ratings (around 50%) than his first (38-42%), fueled by early actions including fulfilling campaign promises, issuing pardons, and targeting opponents; however, public opinion on these is divided, with support for deportations exceeding th...

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Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks White House Funding Freeze

A federal judge temporarily blocked the White House's freeze on billions in federal grants and loans until February 3rd, following a lawsuit alleging the administration violated the Administrative Procedures Act by failing to justify the policy, consider its impact, and seek public input; the White ...

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Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years for Bribery

Former Senator Bob Menendez was sentenced to 11 years in prison on Wednesday for bribery and corruption, after being found guilty in July of accepting bribes, including cash and gold bars, from businessmen seeking to benefit the governments of Egypt and Qatar. Two co-defendants also received multi-y...

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Kennedy Jr.'s Climate Change Stance Creates Friction with Biden Administration

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearing as Health Secretary revealed a major policy disagreement with President Biden on climate change, despite Kennedy Jr.'s acknowledgement of climate change as an existential threat. This clash highlights potential future policy gridlock and challenges to the...

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Trump Administration Halts Funding for Refugee Resettlement, Affecting Thousands

The Trump administration suspended federal funding for refugee resettlement agencies, affecting at least 26,494 refugees and Special Immigrant Visa recipients who arrived between late October and December 2023, causing uncertainty about how agencies will continue providing essential support like foo...

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