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Trump’s vaccine plan would require millions of individual shots last used decades ago
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at separating combination vaccines into individual shots and spacing them apart, a move public health experts say lacks scientific justification and would create significant logistical and financial challenges.
White House border czar defends ICE electric shock gloves as tools to avoid deadly force
White House border czar Tom Homan defended ICE’s plan to purchase electric shock gloves as a less-lethal tool to help officers avoid using deadly force during confrontations.
US Attorney confirms no meth was found in van of Texas man shot by immigration officers
Federal prosecutors confirmed that a substance found in a Texas man’s van shot dead by immigration officers was not methamphetamine, contradicting initial allegations from the Department of Homeland Security.
Is Florida ready for a democratic socialist?
A democratic socialist candidate is challenging an incumbent congressman in Florida’s primary election, testing whether the DSA’s recent urban victories can translate to a competitive coastal district.
First Thing: Court files show how federal agents spied on anti-ICE protesters | Martin Belam
Court documents reveal the Department of Homeland Security conducted extensive surveillance operations against anti-ICE protesters, labor unions, and advocacy groups, deploying undercover agents to infiltrate meetings and seize financial records.
Tennessee’s Justin Pearson takes on America’s most contentious issues
Tennessee state representative Justin Pearson won a Democratic congressional primary after gaining national prominence as one of the “Tennessee Three” expelled for gun control protests, positioning himself on voting rights and datacenter opposition.
Wife of US soldier is removed from deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody
A U.S. Army soldier’s Brazilian-born wife was removed from a deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody following media attention and Congressional scrutiny of the Trump administration’s treatment of military families.
Progressives back substitute teacher over Wasserman Schultz in Florida
A progressive group has endorsed a 27-year-old substitute teacher to challenge veteran Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Florida’s primary election next week.
People detained at Mississippi ICE facility say they were sickened by gas leak and denied medical care
Detainees at a Mississippi ICE facility operated by CoreCivic report being sickened by a gas leak and denied medical care, with a power outage also leaving them without air conditioning for two days.
Former high-ranking Democratic legislator in New Mexico convicted in federal fraud case
A former high-ranking New Mexico Democratic legislator has been convicted of dozens of federal fraud charges stemming from a scheme to divert public school funds to a friend’s company in exchange for kickbacks.
House Democrats PAC adds $6 million to Cleveland spending after Ohio’s Miller opts to stay in race
House Democrats’ PAC adds $6 million to Cleveland advertising after Republican Rep. Max Miller declines to exit his reelection race amid abuse allegations from his ex-wife.
‘Devastating’: bulldozers plough through Big Bend national park as Trump’s border work pushes ahead
Bulldozers have begun clearing ground at Big Bend National Park as part of the Trump administration’s border security expansion, prompting condemnation from environmental advocates and local officials.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether voters maintain 2024 voting patterns or revert to 2020 preferences.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all succeeded Tuesday, with two self-described democratic socialists positioned to enter Congress from deep blue districts.
DHS cites recent policy shift after not disclosing death of Guatemalan man who had been in custody
U.S. immigration officials said they did not disclose a Guatemalan detainee’s death because he was released from custody before dying, citing a policy change rescinding prior reporting requirements.
In the Reflecting Pool saga, the National Park Service’s mission is tested by Trump’s demands
President Trump’s troubled repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool have placed the National Park Service under strain, as the agency navigates controversial presidential demands while maintaining its public mission.
Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general
Attorney General Todd Blanche pledged to lead the Justice Department with integrity and openness to staff input during his first address as head of the agency Thursday.
Who will replace Karoline Leavitt as the next White House press secretary?
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation at month’s end, prompting speculation about potential successors from within the Trump administration.
Judge orders Massachusetts sheriff to hand ICE detainee records to ACLU
A Massachusetts court ordered the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office to release anonymized health records of immigrant detainees to the ACLU following a dispute over public records access.
Iowa Republican Zach Lahn confronts curiosity, and concerns, in outsider bid for governor
Iowa Republican Zach Lahn, a political newcomer who won the GOP gubernatorial primary against the Trump-endorsed candidate, faces questions from voters about his background and policy positions ahead of the general election.
Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
A Nevada judge dismissed charges against six Republicans accused of submitting a false electoral certificate for Trump in 2020, citing insufficient evidence of intent to deceive government officials.
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California Bill to Prevent Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is on the rise and has become the second leading cause of workplace fatalities in America. To attempt to address the issue head-on, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill No. 553 on September 20, 2023. This bill makes...
Washington State Works to Combat Rising Traffic Deaths
In recent years, Washington State has witnessed a troubling increase in traffic fatalities, prompting officials to implement measures to reduce the number of accidents and improve road safety. The state reported 750 traffic fatalities in 2022. Spokane county has seen...
5 Things to Know If You’ve Been Charged with a Firearms Crime
Whether you are a gun owner facing accusations of improper storage or usage or have been charged with a more serious crime, such as assault with a deadly weapon, it is essential to understand your rights and options. In addition to the criminal justice system,...
What’s Behind the Increase in Fatal Accidents?
The new statistics for automobile accident deaths are out and the news isn’t good. The country saw fatal accidents rise in 2022 when experts thought they might decrease. The pandemic in 2020 significantly skewed accident data, but experts believed the pattern that...