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Faith, Politics, and the Clash of Values

December 9, 2025

Senator Raphael Warnock, a Baptist pastor and Georgia Democrat, recently took to social media to criticize President Donald Trump's policies. He argued that these policies go against the teachings of the Bible, especially when it comes to helping the poor. Warnock pointed out that the Bible has many

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Congress Takes Action Over Venezuela Strikes

December 9, 2025

Lawmakers in the U. S. are taking a stand. They want more details about military actions in Venezuela. They might cut travel funds for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth if he doesn't share unedited videos of strikes on boats. This is all part of a big defense bill. It's likely to pass soon. The bill i

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Power Play: Supreme Court's Potential Shift in Presidential Authority

December 9, 2025

The Supreme Court is currently reviewing a case that could significantly increase the power of the president to remove officials from independent federal agencies. This case revolves around President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Rebecca Kelly Slaughter from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), desp

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Indiana Republicans Face Pressure Over Redistricting

December 6, 2025

Indiana's Republican senators are in a tough spot. They're being pressured by former President Donald Trump to redraw political maps before the next elections. This isn't just about politics; it's about safety and values. Some senators have faced serious threats. Spencer Deery had a fake emergency

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West Virginia's National Guard: A Double-Edged Sword

December 6, 2025

West Virginia has a strong military culture. Many bridges and streets honor local veterans. This is a state with one of the highest numbers of veterans per person in the country. For many, joining the military, including the National Guard, is not just about duty. It's also about finding jobs and op

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Cracking the Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Puzzle

December 5, 2025

In a significant turn of events, a man from Virginia was recently taken into custody by the FBI. This arrest is linked to the pipe bombs found near the Democratic and Republican national committees' headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. The investigation

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Congress Plays Political Ping-Pong with Health Care Subsidies

December 5, 2025

It seems like Congress is stuck in a time loop. Remember the government shutdown a few weeks ago? Democrats and Republicans agreed to end it with a promise to talk about health care subsidies. But now, with a Senate vote just around the corner, it looks like nothing will change. This isn't the firs

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A New Architect Joins White House Ballroom Project

December 5, 2025

A fresh face is joining the team working on the White House ballroom. Shalom Baranes Associates, a well-known architecture firm based in Washington, D. C. , has been brought on board. This move comes as the project shifts into a new phase, requiring different expertise. The current architect, James

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GOP House Speaker Faces Uphill Battle as Party Infighting Grows

December 5, 2025

House Speaker Mike Johnson is finding it tough to keep his party united. He's asking fellow Republicans to keep their complaints private, but many are speaking out publicly. This week, tensions boiled over as a member of Johnson's own leadership team accused him of lying. Meanwhile, rank-and-file Re

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Texas' New Voting Map: A Win for Republicans, But What About Fairness?

December 5, 2025

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision about Texas' new voting map. They said Texas can use its new congressional districts for now. This map could help Republicans win more seats in the House. But a lower court had said some of these districts were unfair because they were drawn based on ra