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Ether's Big Week: New Law and Market Shifts

July 19, 2025

Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, had a strong week. It reached its highest price since January, trading at around $3, 506. 48. This surge came as President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law, a big deal for the crypto world. Ether's rise was notable because it outperformed bitcoin

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Crypto Hits $4 Trillion Milestone as Congress Passes Landmark Bill

July 19, 2025

The crypto market reached a new high, crossing $4 trillion, while traditional stocks remained mostly unchanged. This surge happened after Congress approved a major bill for digital assets. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw small gains, but the Dow Jones dipped slightly. On Thursday, the House passed three

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Lawmakers Narrowly Approve Funding Cuts to Public Broadcasting

July 17, 2025

The Senate recently passed a bill to reduce federal funding for public broadcasting, including NPR and PBS, by $9 billion. This move, which hasn't happened in over three decades, is now awaiting a final vote in the House of Representatives. If approved, it will mark a significant victory for Preside

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Crypto Chaos in Congress: What Went Wrong?

July 17, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a planned "crypto week" in the House of Representatives hit a snag. A group of Republicans joined forces with Democrats to block a procedural vote, preventing three cryptocurrency bills from advancing. This unexpected move caught many off guard, including President Do

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Crypto Chaos: House Republicans Stir the Pot

July 17, 2025

House Republicans recently shook things up by voting against a key procedural measure. This vote was meant to advance several bills related to cryptocurrency and a Defense Department funding bill. The move caught many off guard, especially since it was supposed to be a big week for crypto under Pres

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Public Broadcasting at Risk: What's Next for PBS and NPR?

July 16, 2025

Public broadcasting in the U. S. is facing a serious threat. The Senate is considering a move to take back nearly $1. 1 billion that was already set aside for public media. This includes PBS and NPR, which have relied on federal funding for decades. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is

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Senate Republicans Trim Trump's Spending Cuts to Secure Votes

July 16, 2025

Senate Republicans are tweaking a $9. 4 billion spending cut proposal from President Donald Trump. They aim to pass it by Friday. One big change? They're keeping $400 million for PEPFAR, a program fighting HIV/AIDS abroad. This move is to win over enough votes. The program has saved many lives, so c

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The CFPB: A Watchdog on a Leash

July 15, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), once a fierce protector of consumers' financial rights, now sits idle. Employees describe a surreal work environment where they are paid but forbidden to do their jobs. The bureau, tasked with overseeing banks and financial services, has been effectiv

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The House of Representatives Takes on Crypto

July 15, 2025

The House of Representatives is diving headfirst into the world of cryptocurrency. This week is all about crypto, with a bunch of bills that could change how people handle their money. It's a big deal because crypto has moved from the sidelines to the center stage of politics. One of the main bills

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A Judge Nominee's Controversial Past

July 11, 2025

Emil Bove, a nominee for a federal judge position, is under scrutiny due to whistleblower claims. Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney, has provided documents to Congress that suggest Bove played a significant role in defying a court order. This order was meant to prevent the transfer of over 100 Ven