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Military Actions Under Scrutiny: Congress Demands Answers

December 10, 2025

In Washington, a heated debate is unfolding. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering whether to release the full video of a controversial military strike. This strike targeted a suspected drug boat and resulted in the deaths of two survivors. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing

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Notre Dame's Bitter Playoff Snub and ACC Tensions

December 10, 2025

Notre Dame's football team had a rough end to their season. They were left out of the College Football Playoff, even though they had a strong record. The school's athletic director, Pete Bevacqua, was not happy. He said the decision was unfair and called the relationship with the Atlantic Coast Conf

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Taxpayer Funds and Security: What's Really Going On?

December 10, 2025

Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his

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Trump's AI Chip Deal with China Sparks Republican Worries

December 10, 2025

In a move that has stirred up some controversy, former President Donald Trump has given the green light to Nvidia for selling its advanced AI chips to China. This decision has not sat well with some Republicans, who are worried about China gaining an upper hand in the AI race. The deal involves Nvi

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Stocks Take a Pause: What's Next for the Fed?

December 10, 2025

On Tuesday, U. S. stocks stayed mostly flat. Investors are waiting for the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates, which is expected on Wednesday. The S&P 500 dipped slightly, while the Nasdaq saw a small gain. The Dow Jones took a bigger hit, dropping by 0. 4%. JPMorgan Chase was a major dra

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Ukraine's Bold Moves Against Russia's Secret Oil Ships

December 10, 2025

Ukraine is taking the fight to Russia's secret oil fleet, striking ships in foreign waters. This is a big deal because Russia has been using these ships to dodge international sanctions and keep selling oil, which funds its war in Ukraine. Ukraine has been hitting these ships since President Zelens

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Crypto Rules: Republicans Ready to Move Forward Without Democrats

December 10, 2025

The political scene around cryptocurrency regulation is heating up. Some key Republican senators are tired of waiting for Democrats to agree on new rules. They are thinking about pushing their own plan forward, even if it means doing it alone. Senator Cynthia Lummis from Wyoming is one of the main

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A New Power Player in Texas Energy Law

December 10, 2025

Christopher Heasley, a seasoned energy lawyer, has switched firms to join Latham & Watkins LLP in Houston. He brings over a decade of experience from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he specialized in complex energy deals. Heasley's expertise covers a wide range of energy sectors, from traditional oil an

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A New Legal Venture: Jack Smith and Team Start a Law Firm

December 10, 2025

Jack Smith, known for his role as a special counsel in the Justice Department, is making a big move. He's joining forces with three other former federal prosecutors to open a new law firm. The team includes Tim Heaphy, David Harbach, and Thomas Windom, all with extensive experience in public service

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Miami's Mayoral Race: A Shift in Political Winds?

December 9, 2025

Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,