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Embarrassing floor meltdown has House Republicans questioning their leaders - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Embarrassing floor meltdown has House Republicans questioning their leaders PoliticoThe House Republican Majority Is Down to Almost Nothing The New York TimesWith a tiny majority, House GOP leaders tell members to show up unless it's 'life or death' NBC NewsWhy the House GOP leaders’ failure to pass one of their own bills matters MS NOWNo-shows and holdouts define Johnson’s shaky majority Roll Call
Lawyers for Renee Good’s Family Plan to Investigate Minnesota ICE Shooting - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Lawyers for Renee Good’s Family Plan to Investigate Minnesota ICE Shooting The New York TimesMinnesota and Illinois invoke the 10th Amendment in lawsuits to block federal agents in their cities. Here’s why that matters CNNGov. Walz to speak about federal law enforcement presence in the state 5 EYEWITNESS NEWSWalz calls on Minnesotans to record ICE, protest peacefully MPR NewsGovernor Walz addresses Minnesota amid ICE crackdown FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Brazilian au pair testifies against former employer and lover in double homicide case - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Brazilian au pair testifies against former employer and lover in double homicide case ABC NewsAu pair testifies she flipped on Brendan Banfield because she felt guilty about the killings of his wife and another man CNNAu pair testifies, says Virginia man stabbed wife, framed stranger The Washington PostAu pair's jailhouse letters before plea deal questioned in ex-lover's BDSM double-murder trial NBC NewsVirginia nanny testifies affair, alibi plan ended in bloodshed after love triangle tore apart affluent family Fox News
Trump says he’s been assured killings in Iran ‘stopped’ - Al Jazeera
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump says he’s been assured killings in Iran ‘stopped’ Al JazeeraIran crisis explained: what we know so far The GuardianTrump said to want an attack on Iran ‘to be definitive’ and not trigger sustained war The Times of IsraelIran protests: Trump says he's been told the 'killing' has stopped, executions won't occur ABC NewsAnalysis: Trump Supports Protesters in Iran, but Not in Minneapolis The New York Times
"Performative bullsh*t": Some Democrats fume as Kristi Noem impeachment gains steam - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
"Performative bullsh*t": Some Democrats fume as Kristi Noem impeachment gains steam AxiosDemocratic lawmakers file articles of impeachment against Kristi Noem The GuardianIllinois Congresswoman Robin Kelly files articles of impeachment for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem CBS NewsRep. John Larson joins effort to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem CT MirrorDHS’ Noem faces new articles of impeachment backed by dozens of House Democrats MS NOW
Anti-Trump US reporter says she was offered job at ICE after ‘minimal vetting’ - The Guardian
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Anti-Trump US reporter says she was offered job at ICE after ‘minimal vetting’ The GuardianYou’ve Heard About Who ICE Is Recruiting. The Truth Is Far Worse. I’m the Proof. SlateJournalist Tests ICE Recruitment; Surprised to Find Herself Hired with No Background Check Democracy Now!The Clown Car Needs More Clowns: ICE Desperate For New Recruits Racket MNAnti-Trump journalist claims ICE offered her a job after six-minute interview and ‘sloppy’ vetting The Independent
Trump administration rolls back $2 billion mental health, addiction grant cuts - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump administration rolls back $2 billion mental health, addiction grant cuts NPRTrump Cuts $2 Billion in Federal Funding for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services The New York TimesDeLauro Statement on HHS Reinstating Billions in Addiction and Mental Health Grants After Abrupt Cancellation House.govTrump administration slashes grants for mental health, addiction The Washington Post‘People will die’: Trump administration cancels up to $1.9bn for substance use and mental health The Guardian
Donations pour in for suspended Ford worker who heckled Trump - The Detroit News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Donations pour in for suspended Ford worker who heckled Trump The Detroit NewsTrump makes obscene gesture, mouths expletive at Detroit factory heckler The Washington PostTrump flipped off an autoworker at a Ford plant. The White House says it’s ‘appropriate’ CNNSuspended Michigan autoworker who heckled Trump gets outpouring of donations The GuardianA Ford worker called out Trump. The president flipped him off. Now, he’s been suspended. Michigan Advance
Videos show security forces firing into crowds in at least six cities across Iran - The Washington Post
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Videos show security forces firing into crowds in at least six cities across Iran The Washington PostIran signals plans for fast trials and executions while promising retaliation against US, Israel AP NewsOpinion | Iran’s Murderous Regime Is Irredeemable The New York TimesIran signals it will hold fast trials and executions for protesters PBSIran: Massacre of protesters demands global diplomatic action to signal an end to impunity Amnesty International
The Real Reason the Supreme Court Reversed Its Position on Trans Rights - Slate
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
The Real Reason the Supreme Court Reversed Its Position on Trans Rights SlateNancy Mace rips trans athlete's attorney for refusing to define sex at SCOTUS women's sports hearing Fox News5 takeaways from the Supreme Court’s showdown over transgender athletes PoliticoKavanaugh and Roberts are already looking ahead to the next major transgender controversy CNNKetanji Brown Jackson Was One of the Few Justices to Recognize the Trans Sports Cases Are About Real People Slate
Trump Administration Live Updates: Republicans in Senate Block Effort to Check Trump’s Power in Venezuela - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump Administration Live Updates: Republicans in Senate Block Effort to Check Trump’s Power in Venezuela The New York TimesSenate GOP shields Trump from limits to his war powers in Venezuela after Vance breaks tie CNNVance casts tiebreaking vote to kill Venezuela war powers resolution ABC News2-bill spending package 1 step closer to House passage PoliticoSenate blocks measure to restrict Venezuela strikes after Trump flips two Republicans NBC News
Federal court upholds California’s new congressional districts in a victory for Democrats - Los Angeles Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Federal court upholds California’s new congressional districts in a victory for Democrats Los Angeles TimesFederal Judges Uphold California’s New Congressional Maps The New York TimesIn a win for Democrats, court allows California's redistricting plan to proceed NPRDivided panel cites Supreme Court backing of Texas’ map to uphold California’s MS NOWProp 50: appeals court rejects Republican bid to block California maps The Guardian
Anti-ICE protests continue with demonstrations at Graduate hotel, Whipple Federal Building - 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Anti-ICE protests continue with demonstrations at Graduate hotel, Whipple Federal Building 5 EYEWITNESS NEWSMinneapolis ICE shooting: Federal law enforcement involved in north Minneapolis incident, city says FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. PaulNew documents shed light on Renee Good’s ties to ICE monitoring efforts in Minneapolis CNNWoman Killed by ICE Agent Seemed at Fault, N.Y. Republican Says The New York TimesMinneapolis ICE shooting live updates: Protesters face tear gas as Trump admin promises tough response NBC News
Candidates have legal standing to challenge election laws, the Supreme Court rules - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Candidates have legal standing to challenge election laws, the Supreme Court rules NPRSupreme Court Sides With Conservative Congressman in Illinois Election Rules Challenge The New York TimesSupreme Court revives GOP congressman’s absentee ballot suit that could spur more election litigation CNNSupreme Court says candidates can challenge vote counting rules PoliticoJackson says colleagues gave democracy short shrift in election-related ruling MS NOW
Virginia House committee advances 4 proposed constitutional amendments - VPM
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Virginia House committee advances 4 proposed constitutional amendments VPMVa. Democrats flex power on redistricting as General Assembly session begins The Washington PostVirginia Senate Democrats pledge action on affordability as 2026 session begins Virginia MercuryVirginia House passes amendment allowing redistricting to counter GOP gerrymanders Democracy DocketVirginia Democrats look to decimate GOP seats in redistricting effort Politico
DOJ officials slam judge for questioning Lindsey Halligan's status as US attorney - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
DOJ officials slam judge for questioning Lindsey Halligan's status as US attorney ABC NewsTrump Loyalist Asserts She Can Keep U.S. Attorney Title The New York TimesJustice Department accuses judge of abusing power in questioning prosecutor's authority ABC NewsHalligan defends her use of U.S. attorney title in combative court filing The Washington PostJudge's questioning of Lindsey Halligan's role draws DOJ rebuke NBC News
Hillary Clinton defies subpoena , skips deposition in congressional Epstein inquiry - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Hillary Clinton defies subpoena , skips deposition in congressional Epstein inquiry PoliticoBill and Hillary Clinton Refuse to Testify in Epstein Inquiry The New York TimesWitnesses Testify on the Use of Chemical Abortion Drugs C-SPANClintons say Comer is 'lying with impunity' about Epstein inquiry, release written declarations ABC NewsRepublicans say Clintons risk contempt of Congress for not testifying on Epstein NPR
Half of Americans think ICE is making American cities less safe, CNN poll finds - CNN
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Half of Americans think ICE is making American cities less safe, CNN poll finds CNNMajority Of Voters Think Fatal Shooting Of Minneapolis Woman By ICE Agent Was Not Justified, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; 57% Of Voters Disapprove Of The Way ICE Is Enforcing Immigration Laws Quinnipiac University PollSenate backs Donald Trump in Venezuela resolution as Vance casts tie-breaking vote – live The Guardian5 takeaways from new polls of the Minneapolis ICE shooting CNNNEW POLL: Criminal Charges for Trump ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good Favored — By Whopping 23-Point Spread Yahoo
ADJUSTING IMPORTS OF SEMICONDUCTORS, SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT, AND THEIR DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS INTO THE UNITED STATES - The White House (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
ADJUSTING IMPORTS OF SEMICONDUCTORS, SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT, AND THEIR DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS INTO THE UNITED STATES The White House (.gov)Trump enacts 25% tariff on chips — with a caveat CNNTrump imposes novel tariffs tailored to hit foreign sales of high-end chips The Washington PostUS Sets 25% Tariff on Some Chip Sales as Part of Nvidia Deal Bloomberg.comTrump imposes 25% tariff on imports of some AI chips Reuters
House takes step toward averting Jan. 30 government shutdown - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
House takes step toward averting Jan. 30 government shutdown AxiosHouse passes 2 more funding bills — with 4 more to go PoliticoHouse passes 2-bill funding package ahead of shutdown deadline CBS NewsDHS at center of progressive revolt as House advances $80B spending package Fox NewsA federal workforce census, targeted cuts and more key takeaways from the latest FY26 spending package Government Executive
'They failed her': Sister of slain Uvalde teacher explains why she spoke out in Gonzales trial - Texas Public Radio | TPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
'They failed her': Sister of slain Uvalde teacher explains why she spoke out in Gonzales trial Texas Public Radio | TPRUvalde teaching aide says she begged officer Gonzales to intervene: 'He just stayed there' ABC NewsTeacher relives the day all his students were killed in Uvalde massacre for officer’s trial CNNWhat to know about the Uvalde school shooting trial as it heads into its second week YahooLIVE BLOG: Day 8 of Uvalde trial KXAN Austin
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow contacted by Justice Department after video to troops - CBS News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow contacted by Justice Department after video to troops CBS News3 More Lawmakers in Video Say Federal Prosecutors Are Investigating Them The New York TimesDemocrat Elissa Slotkin says she is under investigation for video on illegal orders NPRMichigan senator says she is being investigated for imploring US troops to refuse illegal orders The GuardianSlotkin says she is under investigation for November military video Politico
Joe Thompson, Minnesota's top federal fraud prosecutor, quits over ICE shooting probe - MPR News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Joe Thompson, Minnesota's top federal fraud prosecutor, quits over ICE shooting probe MPR News3 Prosecutors Quit After Push to Investigate ICE Shooting Victim’s Widow The New York Times33 ex-federal prosecutors ask Trump to reconsider excluding state from Renee Good investigation Star TribuneJustice Department sees ‘no basis’ for criminal investigation into ICE officer who shot and killed Renee Good, official says WEAUFederal prosecutors resign over concerns about probe into Minneapolis ICE shooting, source says NBC News
Administration reinstates hundreds of health and safety officials who were laid off - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Administration reinstates hundreds of health and safety officials who were laid off ABC NewsC.D.C. Brings Back Hundreds of Suspended Workplace Safety Employees The New York TimesUS Reverses Deep Cuts to Safety Agency Niosh, Reinstating Hundreds Bloomberg.comReversal brings back 900 federal workers at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health TribLIVE.comMajor Union Victory–NIOSH Employees Win Full Reinstatement After Nine-Month Fight AFGE
Trump threatens to cut off funds to 'sanctuary' cities and their states starting next month - NBC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump threatens to cut off funds to 'sanctuary' cities and their states starting next month NBC NewsWhite House to end funding to sanctuary cities and states on Feb. 1 PoliticoCalifornia, L.A. brace for Trump’s new threats to cut funds over immigration stance Los Angeles TimesTrump vows to cut federal funds to sanctuary cities, Seattle braces for impacts KOMOPresident Trump says federal government will no longer fund sanctuary cities beginning Feb. 1; Mamdani vows to defend New York ABC7 New York
Human activity helped make 2025 third-hottest year on record, experts say - The Guardian
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Human activity helped make 2025 third-hottest year on record, experts say The Guardian2025 was the third-hottest year ever recorded on Earth, data shows NBC NewsScientists call another near-record hot year a 'warning shot' from a shifting climate NPRHow Hot Was Your Town Last Year? Look Up Where You Live. The New York Times2025 was Earth's 3rd-warmest year as climate impacts intensify ABC News
U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights Initiates 18 Title IX Investigations - U.S. Department of Education (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights Initiates 18 Title IX Investigations U.S. Department of Education (.gov)Federal investigation targets Champlain Valley School District over transgender athlete policy WCAXMass. school district accused of Title IX violation by DOJ WCVBTrump administration opens 18 new probes over trans athletes The Washington PostTrump administration to investigate 2 Maine districts over transgender athlete policies Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram
Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Won't Come Today; These Retailers Are Waiting - Investor's Business Daily
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Won't Come Today; These Retailers Are Waiting Investor's Business DailyTrump tariffs live updates: Trump says 'we're screwed' if Supreme Court rules against his tariffs Yahoo FinanceSupreme Court tariff ruling: It's not just about refunds. Volume of U.S. freight trade could hinge on decision CNBCUS Supreme Court does not issue ruling on Trump's tariffs Reuters'WE'RE SCREWED': Trump warns of crisis if SCOTUS rules against tariffs USA Today
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Directs Negotiations to Adjust Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products into the United States - The White House (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Directs Negotiations to Adjust Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products into the United States The White House (.gov)Trump says no critical minerals tariffs for now, will seek overseas supplies ReutersGold and Silver in Modest Retreat After Surging to Record Highs Bloomberg.comTrump sets 180-day deadline to counter China’s control of critical minerals South China Morning PostThe $587B Strategic Surge: Why China's Export Ban is Scaling a North American Metal Boom Investing News Network
U.S. Races to Sell Venezuelan Oil, Transforming Ties With Former Foe - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
U.S. Races to Sell Venezuelan Oil, Transforming Ties With Former Foe The New York TimesTrump moves to block courts from seizing Venezuelan oil revenue in US accounts ReutersWhat US oil CEOs know about Venezuela that Trump doesn’t The HillThe oil CEO who stood up to Trump is a follower of the disciplined ‘Exxon way’ and has a history of blunt statements FortuneExclusive / US gets first $500 million Venezuelan oil deal, holding some proceeds in Qatar Semafor
Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2026 State of the State: Your Family. Your Future. My Fight. - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2026 State of the State: Your Family. Your Future. My Fight. Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov)Statement From CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez on Governor Hochul’s 2026 State of the State The City University of New YorkWhat’s in the 2026 State of the State? City & State New YorkLower Bills and ‘Go Bills’: 8 Takeaways From Hochul’s State of the State The New York TimesGov. Hochul's State of the State; Iran "Prepared" for War; Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Trans Student Athletes; The 'People's Republic' of Astoria | The Brian Lehrer Show WNYC
The big bills to watch as Colorado’s 2026 legislative session begins - The Colorado Sun
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
The big bills to watch as Colorado’s 2026 legislative session begins The Colorado SunColorado begins another legislative session with more desires than money to spend Colorado Public RadioTrump factor, budget cuts and Gov. Polis’ final year: Here’s what to expect in the Colorado legislature’s 2026 session The Denver PostThe bills already in the works ahead of new state legislative session Wednesday Denver7Senate bipartisan friendship, shared grief set tone for opening day of Colorado’s 2026 session Colorado Politics
Texas breaks ACA health insurance open enrollment record - The Texas Tribune
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Texas breaks ACA health insurance open enrollment record The Texas Tribune1.4 million fewer people enrolled in ACA plans as premiums spike, tax credits expire ABC NewsInitial Obamacare Enrollment Drops by 1.4 Million as Expiring ACA Subsidies Drive Up Premiums The New York TimesACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026 CBS NewsAs enhanced ACA subsidies lapse, millions poised to drop health insurance CNBC
Nationwide Tax Competition Heats Up as Missouri Governor Calls for Zero Income Tax - Americans for Tax Reform
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Nationwide Tax Competition Heats Up as Missouri Governor Calls for Zero Income Tax Americans for Tax ReformMissouri revenue surplus nearly gone as Gov. Mike Kehoe unveils his budget plan Missouri IndependentGov. Kehoe asking legislature to have Missourians vote on phasing out income tax Spectrum NewsGovernor's budget calls for major cuts to spending as revenues wane Columbia MissourianKehoe details repeal of income tax, Democrats mock ‘Tax Hike Mike’ FOX 2
Oglala Sioux Tribe says three tribal members arrested in Minneapolis are in ICE detention - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Oglala Sioux Tribe says three tribal members arrested in Minneapolis are in ICE detention ABC NewsFour Oglala detainees located, three still in ICE custody ictnews.org'A deep irony': Native American legal expert weighs in on racial profiling MPR NewsOglala Sioux Tribe says ICE illegally holding tribal members from Minneapolis raids AxiosHomeland Security responds to Oglala Sioux Tribe KELOLAND.com
Immigration Detention Expansion in Trump’s Second Term - American Immigration Council
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Immigration Detention Expansion in Trump’s Second Term American Immigration CouncilFour migrants die in US immigration custody over first 10 days of 2026 ReutersICE Detention Expands Dramatically; 70,000 Immigrants Now Jailed, Deaths Increase Democracy Now!Five key ways ICE detention centers are booming under Trump USA Today4 migrants die in US custody over first 10 days of year The Hill
'Daily Show' Makes An Embarrassing Example Out Of RFK Jr.'s New Topsy-Turvy Food Pyramid - HuffPost
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
'Daily Show' Makes An Embarrassing Example Out Of RFK Jr.'s New Topsy-Turvy Food Pyramid HuffPostDo You Have Questions About the New Dietary Guidelines? The New York TimesHow much red meat should you eat? We asked 3 top nutrition experts. The Washington PostNutrition expert weighs in on new food pyramid, federal dietary guidelines KVUEHealthiest red meats to eat — and how a cardiologist says to prepare them Fox News
Bipartisan health package still in play despite Obamacare rancor - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Bipartisan health package still in play despite Obamacare rancor AxiosOhio Democratic U.S. reps joined by three Ohio Republicans to restore Affordable Care Act subsidies Ohio Capital JournalHouse passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leaders AP NewsTimeline slipping for potential Senate ObamaCare subsidy compromise The HillThis GOP senator says reviving Obamacare subsidies would be ‘putting America first’ Politico
E.P.A. Moves to Limit States’ Ability to Block Pipelines - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
E.P.A. Moves to Limit States’ Ability to Block Pipelines The New York TimesNew EPA Proposal Would Strip States’ and Tribes’ Authority to Block Oil and Gas Pipelines, Other Infrastructure Projects Inside Climate NewsTrump set to limit states' ability to block energy projects in water rule ReutersEPA proposes limiting power of states and tribes to block major projects over water concerns AP NewsProposed WOTUS rule could ease federal regulatory burdens, but questions remain for states Brownfield Ag News
US and UK pulling some personnel from Qatar military base - BBC
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
US and UK pulling some personnel from Qatar military base BBCIran warns of retaliation if Trump strikes, US withdraws some personnel from bases ReutersLive Updates U.S. Withdrawing Troops From Key Middle East Bases as Precaution, American Official Says HaaretzTrump warns Iran against protest executions as death toll jumps past 2,500, activists say NBC NewsSome US personnel urged to leave largest Middle East base as fears of war spread among Iran’s neighbors CNN
'Department of War' rebranding could cost as much as $125M, hundreds of millions more if it becomes legal name: CBO - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
'Department of War' rebranding could cost as much as $125M, hundreds of millions more if it becomes legal name: CBO ABC NewsRenaming Defense Department Could Cost Taxpayers $125 Million The New York TimesThe Costs of Using the Name "Department of War" Congressional Budget Office (.gov)Renaming the Department of Defense the ‘Department of War’ could cost up to $125 million AP NewsChanging Defense Department's name to Department of War could cost up to $125 million, CBO estimates CBS News
Gov. Kim Reynolds unveils property tax proposal at 2026 Condition of the State - Iowa Capital Dispatch
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Gov. Kim Reynolds unveils property tax proposal at 2026 Condition of the State Iowa Capital DispatchRob Sand: ‘I would like to see the math on it’ KTIVRob Sand 'concerned about what we didn't hear' in Reynolds' address The Des Moines RegisterWhat the governor’s property tax plan could mean for city and county services in Iowa KCCIGov. Reynolds calls for city and county spending limits as part of her $3B property tax relief plan Iowa Public Radio
Best friends die in Florida after sand hole traps them underground: Sheriff - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Best friends die in Florida after sand hole traps them underground: Sheriff ABC News‘God’s got him’: Honor walk held at Gainesville hospital for teen killed in sandpit collapse WCJBCitrus County community grieving after 2 teens die in tunnel collapse: ‘They were just kids’ FOX 13 Tampa BayTwo teens dead after hand-dug tunnel with 'sugar sand' collapses in Florida FOX WeatherSecond 14-year-old dies after falling into Citrus County sand hole wtsp.com
Wisconsin Assembly advances constitutional amendments on DEI, public health orders - WPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Wisconsin Assembly advances constitutional amendments on DEI, public health orders WPRWisconsin Assembly passes bill to criminalize grooming Channel 3000What to know about child grooming, E-Verify and other passed bills Milwaukee Journal SentinelAssembly approves constitutional amendments on discrimination, closing places of worship during emergencies WisPoliticsState Assembly returns for first floor session of 2026 Spectrum News 1
New poll shows most Americans think Trump has 'gone too far' with military actions abroad - PBS
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
New poll shows most Americans think Trump has 'gone too far' with military actions abroad PBSNew poll reveals majority of voters oppose US strike on Iran, say Trump has gone too far abroad PoliticoWhat Americans think about Trump's military intervention abroad, according to a new AP-NORC poll AP NewsAmericans not on board with Trump's military interventions, polls say USA Today56 percent say Trump has ‘gone too far’ with military intervention abroad: Poll The Hill
19-year-old suspect in Mississippi synagogue fire indicted on state hate crime charges - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
19-year-old suspect in Mississippi synagogue fire indicted on state hate crime charges ABC NewsStephen Spencer Pittman: What we know about Mississippi synagogue fire suspect CNNBurned books, children’s questions: The aftermath of an attack on Mississippi’s largest synagogue NBC NewsDeborah Lipstadt has second thoughts about tying Jackson synagogue arsonist to ‘Globalize the Intifada’ Jewish Telegraphic AgencyFather pleaded with son to come home prior to starting synagogue fire, court docs show WLBT
Office of Public Affairs | Kaiser Permanente Affiliates Pay $556M to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations - Department of Justice (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Office of Public Affairs | Kaiser Permanente Affiliates Pay $556M to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Department of Justice (.gov)Kaiser Permanente Settles Medicare Fraud Claims for $556 Million The New York TimesKaiser affiliates to pay $556 million in Medicare fraud scheme San Francisco ChronicleKaiser Settles Medicare Fraud Allegations for $556 Million Bloomberg.comKaiser Permanente Affiliates Agree to Pay $556 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations The Wall Street Journal
Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86 - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86 ABC NewsClaudette Colvin, US civil rights pioneer arrested for not giving up bus seat, dies aged 86 The GuardianClaudette Colvin, US civil rights pioneer, dies at 86 BBCClaudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies NPRClaudette Colvin, Who Refused to Give Her Bus Seat to a White Woman, Dies at 86 The New York Times
Trump administration drops fight to tie transportation funding to immigration - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump administration drops fight to tie transportation funding to immigration PoliticoDOT ‘Accepted Defeat’ in Fight to Tie Funds to Immigration: California AG NOTUS — News of the United StatesUSDOT drops case after court’s decision to block it from withholding funds over immigration enforcement CDLLifeUS drops appeal of order blocking Trump plan to tie state transportation funds to immigration enforcement ReutersTrump Administration Waves White Flag on Transportation Funding Immigration Fight, But the War is Far From Over FreightWaves
DHS Highlights Worst of the Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens Arrested Yesterday During Operation Metro Surge Including Rapists, Armed Robbers, and Drug Traffickers - Homeland Security (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
DHS Highlights Worst of the Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens Arrested Yesterday During Operation Metro Surge Including Rapists, Armed Robbers, and Drug Traffickers Homeland Security (.gov)Who are the ‘Worst of the Worst’ being arrested by ICE in Minnesota? FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. PaulICE arrests convicted sexual predator who was allowed to roam free in Minneapolis because of Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey’s sanctuary policies ICE | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)ICE arrests in Minnesota surge include numerous convicted child rapists, killers Fox NewsICE: 13 gang members illegally in US arrested in Minneapolis NewsNation
Everything you need to know about Montana’s rural health windfall - Montana Free Press
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Everything you need to know about Montana’s rural health windfall Montana Free PressStates Race To Launch Rural Health Transformation Plans KFF Health NewsRural health program will send $181 million to Washington state Gig Harbor NowRHT funds to help local hospitals Magee Courier-Simpson County NewsState outlines plan for $213M rural health award as lawmakers weigh SNAP waivers Carolina Journal
Mayor Lurie Launches Family Opportunity Agenda to Make San Francisco More Affordable for Families - SF.gov
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Mayor Lurie Launches Family Opportunity Agenda to Make San Francisco More Affordable for Families SF.govSan Francisco to Offer Free Child Care for Families Earning Up to $230,000 Bloomberg.comMayor Lurie rolls out new affordability push. Here’s his first move San Francisco ChronicleSan Francisco mayor unveils plans to make the city more family-friendly KTVUSan Francisco Expands Child Care Subsidies to Tackle Affordability Issues KQED
Prosecutors want 20-year sentence for ex-South Carolina lawmaker for sharing child sex abuse videos - ABC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Prosecutors want 20-year sentence for ex-South Carolina lawmaker for sharing child sex abuse videos ABC NewsEx-SC Rep. RJ May sentenced to federal prison on child sex abuse material charges WIS News 10Ex-lawmaker who advocated protecting kids gets 17 years in prison for sharing child sex abuse videos AP News'He deceived the ones closest to him': RJ May sentenced to 17 1/2 years in child porn case WCIVEx-Rep. RJ May to spend over 17 years in prison for sending child sex abuse videos South Carolina Daily Gazette
Vanderbilt University to establish full-time academic campus in San Francisco - Vanderbilt University
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Vanderbilt University to establish full-time academic campus in San Francisco Vanderbilt UniversityExclusive: Vanderbilt deal includes second property — an upscale East Bay site slated for housing San Francisco ChroniclePrestigious university to open new campus in San Francisco SFGATEThe California College of the Arts will close in 2027 The Art NewspaperWhy a 150-year-old Nashville university is opening an SF campus San Francisco Examiner
Proposed ban on police face coverings gains momentum in WA Legislature - Washington State Standard
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Proposed ban on police face coverings gains momentum in WA Legislature Washington State StandardOregon, Washington consider bans on law enforcement masks to conceal identities KATUOklahoma bill seeks to ban masks for local law enforcement in immigration operations KOCOWA lawmakers move to ban law enforcement from covering their faces The Seattle TimesWashington Senate debates bill to ban law enforcement from wearing face-concealing masks KOMO
CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LAUNCHES HUDSON VALLEY WIDE PETITION TO STOP PROPOSED ICE FACILITY IN CHESTER - House.gov
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LAUNCHES HUDSON VALLEY WIDE PETITION TO STOP PROPOSED ICE FACILITY IN CHESTER House.govICE Opening Huge Lockup 50 Miles North of New York City THE CITY - NYC NewsConcerns raised about potential plan to turn vacant Woodbury warehouse into ICE detention facility kare11.comPossible ICE detention center in Orange County, N.Y., has residents concerned. Here's what we know. CBS NewsTrump preparing to warehouse immigrants like cargo Baptist News Global
Back in Michigan, President Trump Celebrates Auto Industry, Economic Revival - The White House (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Back in Michigan, President Trump Celebrates Auto Industry, Economic Revival The White House (.gov)Trump in Michigan for speech to Detroit Economic Club: Watch replay Detroit Free PressHere’s how Michigan voters feel about Trump’s handling of the economy, according to poll ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4Fact check: Trump litters Detroit economic speech with numerous false claims about economy CNN‘It’s literally terrifying’: Hundreds protest in Detroit amidst clash with police, Trump supporters MLive.com
Ferguson delivers optimistic WA State of the State, urges action on key issues - KOMO
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Ferguson delivers optimistic WA State of the State, urges action on key issues KOMOState of WA: Ferguson drops maverick tone, backs income tax on the wealthy The Seattle TimesWA Gov. Ferguson calls for millionaires’ tax in State of the State address FOX 13 SeattleGov. Ferguson says his budget proposal is 'laser focused' on improvements KING5.comWhat WA Gov. Bob Ferguson said, and left unsaid, in his State of the State address Washington State Standard
ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Employed by New York City Council - Homeland Security (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Employed by New York City Council Homeland Security (.gov)DHS exposes background of NYC city council employee after Mamdani fumed over arrest Fox NewsNYC Council employee detained by ICE, Speaker Menin reports FOX 5 New YorkAnger Builds Over Arrest of Venezuelan Council Staffer As New Details Emerge THE CITY - NYC NewsICE Arrests N.Y.C. City Council Employee at Routine Appointment The New York Times
Scoop: Trump's envoy secretly met Iran's exiled crown prince - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Scoop: Trump's envoy secretly met Iran's exiled crown prince AxiosExclusive: Trump questions Reza Pahlavi's ability to garner support in Iran ReutersTrump says Reza Pahlavi ‘seems very nice’ but questions if he can garner support in Iran The Times of IsraelThe son of Iran’s last shah is rallying protesters. But do Iranians really want another king? CNNWould-Be Iran Monarch Reza Pahlavi Declares a Civil War in Iran The Intercept
Trump Says He Will Impose Tariffs on Iran’s Trading Partners: What to Know - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump Says He Will Impose Tariffs on Iran’s Trading Partners: What to Know The New York TimesTrump ‘immediately’ imposes 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran. That could include China CNNTrump’s tariff gambit over Iran risks derailing U.S.–China trade deal CNBCIndia's rice exports to top buyer Iran stall on protests, tariff worries ReutersTrump Could Hurt China, India, Even US Consumers to Get to Iran Bloomberg.com
Homeland Security Terminates Somalia’s Temporary Protected Status Designation - USCIS (.gov)
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Homeland Security Terminates Somalia’s Temporary Protected Status Designation USCIS (.gov)DHS announces termination of protected status for Somalis after group targeted by Trump ABC NewsData reveals estimated Somali immigrant population in Ohio as White House ends TPS WLWTTrump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Somalis in US Fox NewsPhotojournalist's notebook: Watching a woman dragged away pleading, 'I'm just trying to get to the doctor' MPR News
Johnson pledges to push ahead on another party-line megabill - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Johnson pledges to push ahead on another party-line megabill PoliticoHouse conservatives pitch framework for second big GOP-only bill on affordability The HillE&E News: Permitting, NEPA, Venezuelan oil: Republicans’ reconciliation plan POLITICO ProGOP May Squeeze in Second Big Beautiful Bill Before Midterms New York MagazineGOP budget aims to address affordability, punish sanctuary states NewsNation
Crowd of 100 confronts immigration agents door-knocking in south Minneapolis - Sahan Journal
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Crowd of 100 confronts immigration agents door-knocking in south Minneapolis Sahan JournalICE officers pull woman from car in Minneapolis as operation continues BBCWoman seen on video allegedly blocking Minnesota ICE operation with car as agitators surround agents Fox NewsWoman dragged from car by ICE agents yells ‘I’m disabled’ in chaotic scene in Minneapolis The IndependentOur daily check in with MPR photojournalist documenting immigration actions in Minneapolis MPR News