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4 House Republicans Join Democrats to Force Vote on ACA Tax Credits Extension
Millions of Americans' health insurance premiums could double if the credits aren't renewed by the end of this year.
Florida GOP Gun Bill Seeks to Allow Open Carry on College Campuses
The bill would expand Florida’s “guardian” program, which allows staff to carry weapons on school grounds.
Coast Guard Removes “Hate Symbol” Designations Despite Assurances It Wouldn’t
Instead of classifying swastikas and nooses as hate symbols, the Coast Guard now defines them as “potentially divisive.”
Federal Agencies May Soon Lose Power to Regulate Independently of Trump’s Will
SCOTUS has signaled a willingness to no longer insulate agency personnel from decisions made by the executive branch.
Omar Slams DHS for Accusing Her of Lying About ICE Apprehending Her Son
“No surprise that an agency known for disappearing people also can’t keep its records straight,” Omar’s office said.
House GOP Blocks Vote on ACA Tax Credits as Premium Hike Deadline Looms
ACA health exchange participants who receive a tax credit will see premium costs increase by 114 percent, on average.
Israel Is Attempting to Create a New Status Quo in the West Bank, Locals Say
Military escalation may be the opening move in a broader effort to reinstate settlement activity in the Jenin area.
3 in 4 Republicans Under 45 Say They Prefer US Fund Health Care Over Israel
Support for unconditional funding for Israel is waning as Americans languish at home.
Trump Sues the BBC — But the UK Broadcaster Insists It Won’t Back Down
“We will be defending this case,” a BBC spokesperson said after Trump announced the lawsuit.
Company Behind “Alligator Alcatraz” Vies for Contract to Rebuild Gaza
“People are lining up and treating this the way they treated reconstruction in Iraq,” says journalist Aram Roston.