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US Customs Agency Plans Tariff Refund System Within 45 Days

The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency has announced it will need about six weeks to develop a system for processing tariff refunds following the Supreme Court's decision to invalidate certain tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The refund process involves approximately $166 billio

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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James Talarico Wins Texas Democratic Senate Nomination in Hard-Fought Primary

James Talarico has won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Texas, defeating Rep. Jasmine Crockett in a hard-fought primary election. The grandson of a Baptist preacher and a seminary student himself, Talarico is known for his progressive views on cultural issues such as race, gender, religi

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET Est. Read: 4 Mins

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Measles Outbreak Closes Texas Immigration Detention Camp to Visitors

A large immigration detention camp in Texas has been closed to visitors and attorneys due to a measles outbreak, according to U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar. The facility, known as Camp East Montana on the Fort Bliss Army base in El Paso, currently has 14 active measles cases and 112 people isolated.

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Government

Indonesia Announces Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16

Indonesia will ban children under 16 from using high-risk social media platforms starting March 28. The announcement was made by Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid, who signed a government regulation to enforce the ban on platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram,

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRightsMIXED REPORTS

Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Identity Rights Impacts California Schools

The Supreme Court’s ruling on Monday affirming parents’ right to be notified about their child’s gender identity at school has left California educators grappling with complex questions about protecting the rights of students and families. The decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta , while not a final judgm

Mar 5, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Nida Allam Concedes to Valerie Foushee in North Carolina Democratic Primary

Nida Allam , a 32-year-old Durham County Commissioner, conceded to Rep. Valerie Foushee in the Democratic primary for North Carolina's 4th Congressional district on Wednesday as ballots were still being counted. The race was seen as an early test of the desire for generational change among Democra

Mar 5, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Obama Backs Virginia Redistricting Plan Ahead of April Vote

Former President Barack Obama has thrown his support behind a Democratic effort to redraw congressional lines in Virginia, the latest front in a nationwide redistricting battle ahead of this year’s midterm elections. The announcement comes a day after the state Supreme Court allowed the redistrictin

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Investors Sue Trump Administration Over TikTok Sale

Two tech investors, backed by a former Justice Department prosecutor, have filed a civil lawsuit against the Trump administration for allegedly failing to enforce a law that required TikTok to divest from its China-based owner. The lawsuit, filed in the Washington, D.C., Circuit Court of Appeals, ar

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Federal Panel Postpones Vote on Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Amid Public Opposition

A federal panel reviewing Donald Trump's planned $400 million ballroom addition to the White House postponed an expected vote on the project until April 2, citing the "large amount of public input" submitted during the public comment period. The National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) had been e

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Capitol Rioter Pardoned by Trump Sentenced to Life for Child Abuse

Andrew Paul Johnson, a Florida handyman who was pardoned by former President Donald Trump after storming the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing two children. The 45-year-old was convicted last month of molesting a child under 12 and another u

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Bernard LaFayette, Civil Rights Leader and Selma Voting Rights Organizer, Dies at 85

Bernard LaFayette, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and key organizer behind Selma’s voter registration campaign that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, has died at age 85. His son, Bernard LaFayette III, announced his father's death from a heart attack on Thursday morning. LaFaye

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·3 min read

8 articles from 8 publishers

Government

South African Political Figure Mosiuoa Lekota Dies at 77

Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota, co-founder of the Congress of the People (COPE) and a prominent figure in South African politics, has died at the age of 77. According to multiple reports, Lekota passed away on Wednesday morning in Johannesburg after a long illness. Lekota served as Free State Premier, Defe

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Heated Exchange Between White House Press Secretary and CNN Reporter Over Media Coverage of Iran War Casualties

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt engaged in a heated exchange with CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins during Wednesday's press briefing, defending Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's earlier remarks about media coverage of U.S. service members killed in the Iran war. The confrontation began wh

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·3 min read

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DiplomacyMIXED REPORTS

Trump Demands Iran's Unconditional Surrender and Role in Selecting Next Leader

President Donald Trump has demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender," signaling a potential shift towards regime change as a U.S. objective in the Middle East conflict that entered its seventh day on Friday. In a Truth Social post, Trump indicated that diplomatic negotiations with Tehran are no lo

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

UK Prime Minister Starmer Defends Decision on Iran Strikes Amid U.S. Criticism

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has firmly defended his decision not to join the initial U.S.-led strikes against Iran, emphasizing that his actions were in the national interest and aimed at providing calm leadership. Speaking during a press briefing on Thursday, Starmer stated, “My focus is pr

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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DiplomacyMIXED REPORTS

Canadian PM Carney Advocates for Middle-Power Cooperation Amid Global Instability

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the Australian Parliament, advocating for closer collaboration between middle powers like Canada and Australia amid global instability. Speaking in Canberra, Carney emphasized the need for these nations to work together in areas such as critical minerals

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Trump Hosts Latin American Leaders at Shield of the Americas Summit

President Donald Trump hosted a gathering of conservative Latin American leaders at his Miami-area golf club on Saturday, aiming to demonstrate U.S. commitment to the Western Hemisphere amid global crises and countering Chinese influence in the region. The summit, dubbed the 'Shield of the America

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Rep. Tony Gonzales Ends Reelection Bid Amid Ethics Probe into Affair with Staffer

Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) announced on Thursday evening that he will not seek re-election amid an ongoing House Ethics investigation into his affair with a former staffer, Regina Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide. The decision comes after Gonzales admitted to the affair during an appearanc

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Justice Department Investigates Biden Aides' Use of Autopen Amid Trump's Claims

The Justice Department is investigating whether individuals around former President Joe Biden broke the law with their use of an autopen. Biden himself is not under investigation due to broad protections afforded by a Supreme Court decision granting presidents immunity for actions taken as part of t

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·4 min read

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Government

Trump Replaces Noem with Mullin at DHS

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he was replacing Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS), marking the first major personnel change in his second term. He named Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma to succeed her, effective March 31. Noem's tenure has been mark

Mar 5, 10:04 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

US Military Commanders Allegedly Use Extremist Christian Rhetoric to Justify Iran War

US military commanders have been accused of invoking extremist Christian rhetoric about biblical “end times” to justify involvement in the Iran war, according to complaints made to a watchdog group. The Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF) says it has received more than 200 complaints from s

Mar 5, 3:29 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Madlanga Inquiry Questions Mogotsi's Sick Note Validity; Shibiri Denies Bribery Allegations

The Madlanga inquiry has questioned the validity of a sick note submitted by political fixer Brown Mogotsi after he failed to appear for his scheduled testimony on Monday. Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, chairing the commission, described the medical report as 'useless' because it only stated 'medical c

Mar 5, 3:29 PM ET·2 min read

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GovernmentMIXED REPORTS

Chaos Erupts During Senate Hearing as Protester Removed by Senator and Police

Chaos erupted during a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee hearing on military readiness when Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy of Montana assisted U.S. Capitol Police in removing protester Brian McGinnis, who was later charged with assaulting officers and resisting arrest. The incident occurred Wednesday a

Mar 5, 3:29 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Wife of Indiana Congressman Jim Baird Dies from Car Crash Injuries

Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Congressman Jim Baird (R), has died from complications related to injuries sustained in a car crash that occurred on January 5. According to statements released by Baird's office, Danise passed away on March 2 after nearly two months of medical care. Jim and Danis

Mar 5, 3:48 AM ET·5 min read

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Politics

US Customs Agency Plans Tariff Refund System Within 45 Days

James Talarico Wins Texas Democratic Senate Nomination in Hard-Fought Primary

Measles Outbreak Closes Texas Immigration Detention Camp to Visitors

Indonesia Announces Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16

Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Identity Rights Impacts California Schools

Nida Allam Concedes to Valerie Foushee in North Carolina Democratic Primary

Obama Backs Virginia Redistricting Plan Ahead of April Vote

Investors Sue Trump Administration Over TikTok Sale

Federal Panel Postpones Vote on Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Amid Public Opposition

Capitol Rioter Pardoned by Trump Sentenced to Life for Child Abuse

Bernard LaFayette, Civil Rights Leader and Selma Voting Rights Organizer, Dies at 85

South African Political Figure Mosiuoa Lekota Dies at 77

Heated Exchange Between White House Press Secretary and CNN Reporter Over Media Coverage of Iran War Casualties

Trump Demands Iran's Unconditional Surrender and Role in Selecting Next Leader

UK Prime Minister Starmer Defends Decision on Iran Strikes Amid U.S. Criticism

Canadian PM Carney Advocates for Middle-Power Cooperation Amid Global Instability

Trump Hosts Latin American Leaders at Shield of the Americas Summit

Rep. Tony Gonzales Ends Reelection Bid Amid Ethics Probe into Affair with Staffer

Justice Department Investigates Biden Aides' Use of Autopen Amid Trump's Claims

Trump Replaces Noem with Mullin at DHS

US Military Commanders Allegedly Use Extremist Christian Rhetoric to Justify Iran War

Madlanga Inquiry Questions Mogotsi's Sick Note Validity; Shibiri Denies Bribery Allegations

Chaos Erupts During Senate Hearing as Protester Removed by Senator and Police

Wife of Indiana Congressman Jim Baird Dies from Car Crash Injuries

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US Customs Agency Plans Tariff Refund System Within 45 Days

James Talarico Wins Texas Democratic Senate Nomination in Hard-Fought Primary

Measles Outbreak Closes Texas Immigration Detention Camp to Visitors

Indonesia Announces Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16

Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Identity Rights Impacts California Schools

Nida Allam Concedes to Valerie Foushee in North Carolina Democratic Primary

Obama Backs Virginia Redistricting Plan Ahead of April Vote

Investors Sue Trump Administration Over TikTok Sale

Federal Panel Postpones Vote on Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Amid Public Opposition

Capitol Rioter Pardoned by Trump Sentenced to Life for Child Abuse

Bernard LaFayette, Civil Rights Leader and Selma Voting Rights Organizer, Dies at 85

South African Political Figure Mosiuoa Lekota Dies at 77

Heated Exchange Between White House Press Secretary and CNN Reporter Over Media Coverage of Iran War Casualties

Trump Demands Iran's Unconditional Surrender and Role in Selecting Next Leader

UK Prime Minister Starmer Defends Decision on Iran Strikes Amid U.S. Criticism

Canadian PM Carney Advocates for Middle-Power Cooperation Amid Global Instability

Trump Hosts Latin American Leaders at Shield of the Americas Summit

Rep. Tony Gonzales Ends Reelection Bid Amid Ethics Probe into Affair with Staffer

Justice Department Investigates Biden Aides' Use of Autopen Amid Trump's Claims

Trump Replaces Noem with Mullin at DHS

US Military Commanders Allegedly Use Extremist Christian Rhetoric to Justify Iran War

Madlanga Inquiry Questions Mogotsi's Sick Note Validity; Shibiri Denies Bribery Allegations

Chaos Erupts During Senate Hearing as Protester Removed by Senator and Police

Wife of Indiana Congressman Jim Baird Dies from Car Crash Injuries

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