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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.
Trump Budget Cuts Threaten Access to Disability Rights Lawyers
The federally funded attorneys ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws.
Republicans Call for Muslim Americans to Be Deported After Australia Shooting
“Islam is not a religion. It’s a cult,” said Sen. Tommy Tuberville. “We’ve got to SEND THEM HOME NOW.”
Trump Suggests Rob Reiner Deserved to Be Killed Because of His Liberal Views
The director was brutally killed “due to the anger he caused others” over his criticism of Trump, the president said.