Supreme Court hears case on Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
The Supreme Court is considering whether President Trump can fire Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook for cause, a case that could threaten the Fed's independence. Cook is accused of falsifying mortgage documents, which she denies.
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Trump administration dismantles Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Trump administration has taken aggressive steps to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, including halting work, attempting layoffs, and cutting funding, leaving the agency 'hanging by a thread' and creating a consumer protection gap.
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ICE becomes highest-funded U.S. law enforcement agency with $85 billion budget
Immigration and Customs Enforcement's budget has skyrocketed to $85 billion under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, making it the highest-funded U.S. law enforcement agency. ICE has doubled its workforce and aims to deport 1 million people annually.
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Trump backs off Greenland tariffs after NATO talks in Davos
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Court lifts restrictions on immigration officers' tactics in Minnesota
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IRS head announces shake-up on eve of 2026 tax season
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Iranian state TV issues official death toll of 3,117 from recent protests
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U.S. military transfers Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq
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North Carolina erases medical debt for 2.5 million people through hospital agreement
North Carolina has eliminated medical debt for about 2.5 million residents through a statewide agreement with hospitals, which also includes automatic discounts for qualifying patients without requiring applications.
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Sundance Film Festival prepares for final year in Park City before move to Boulder
The Sundance Film Festival is holding its last event in Park City, Utah, before relocating to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. The festival will pay tribute to founder Robert Redford and screen films from first-time filmmakers and international entries.
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