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Powerful People, Little Consequence: What Americans Think

February 18, 2026

A recent survey shows that most U. S. adults feel that rich and influential folks rarely face punishment for wrongdoing. The poll, run over four days, asked whether a statement about the Epstein files—documents linking him to top politicians, bankers and academics—matched respondents’ views. Nearly

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Alabama's New Bill: Business Over Environment?

February 18, 2026

Alabama's state representatives have given the green light to a bill that puts a big limit on how the state can make rules to protect the environment. This bill, called SB 71, says that state agencies can't make environmental rules that are stricter than what the federal government says. It passed w

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Trump Criticizes Democrats Over Shutdown and Voter ID Debate

February 17, 2026

President Trump spoke to reporters on Air Force One, blaming Democrats for the government shutdown and their stance on voter ID. He said the shutdown was a “Democrat” move, not a Republican one. Trump claimed that Democrats are unhappy with low crime numbers and want to change voting rules. ...

finance

A New Face in London's Legal Scene: Lisa Seifman Joins Cahill

February 17, 2026

Lisa Seifman has just started a new job at Cahill's London office. She's now the head of the Real Estate Finance team and shares leadership of the Digital Infrastructure Finance group. This move comes right after Jeremy Duffy joined the firm, boosting Cahill's presence in Europe. Seifman is known f

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Voting Rules: Who's Really Affected?

February 17, 2026

In Maryland, voters don't need to show ID when they vote. They only need it to register. This makes Maryland one of 14 states that don't require ID at the polls. Other states do, but some let people skip the photo ID if they have a good reason. Why is this a big deal? Some people think ID rules sto

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Political Tug-of-War: Funding Fights and Border Security

February 17, 2026

A heated debate is unfolding in Washington, D. C. , as politicians clash over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. At the heart of the issue is a disagreement on border security policies, with Republicans pushing for stricter immigration enforcement and Democrats advocating for a straigh

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U. S. and Iran: A Tense Standoff

February 16, 2026

The Middle East is heating up, and it's all about Iran's nuclear program. Former Rep. Peter King thinks the U. S. military buildup in the region sends a clear message to Iran. He believes Iran should have gotten the hint last year that President Trump isn't bluffing. King says Trump has been putting

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Virginia's Voting Maps: A High-Stakes Game of Political Chess

February 16, 2026

Virginia is about to become a battleground for control of the U. S. House of Representatives. Democrats are ready to spend big bucks to change the state's voting maps. They hope to gain four more seats in Congress. This is part of a bigger trend where both parties are trying to redraw district lines

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Storm Heads to Southern California, Bracing for Heavy Rain and Big Waves

February 15, 2026

Southern California is gearing up for a big weather event that could bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous waves to the coast. A strong storm system is expected to hit the region over the weekend, with the most intense impacts occurring from Sunday into Monday. The weather forecast starts off

crime

Dead Man Found in Logan Circle Apartment After Midnight Fire

February 15, 2026

A quiet night in Washington, D. C. ’s Logan Circle turned into a scene of horror when emergency crews responded to a fire at 106 Rhode Island Avenue Northwest around 3:30 a. m. The blaze led to the discovery of a burned body in the apartment, sparking immediate police involvement. Residents were sho