What Happened
drone strikes remains at the center of this developing story as new details continue to emerge.
5 Drone Strikes Target US Embassy Amid UAE Airspace ReopeningThe US embassy in...
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• The House speaker won’t promise a vote on ACA subsidies.
• Without subsidies, health insurance costs could rise for millions.
• A Senate deal hinges on reinstating these subsidies soon.
• Lawmakers need to find a clear plan before moving forward.
ACA subsidies vote stalls in the House
The leader of the...
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• A right-wing outlet claimed a “pipe bomb mystery” solved by naming a female CIA employee.
• The Blaze relied on shaky “gait analysis” and an unknown video sleuth.
• Leading Republicans quickly spread the story before it unraveled.
• Critics warn of a mammoth libel lawsuit looming over The Blaze.
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• Republicans promise a full plan to replace Obamacare in early December.
• The new proposal will appear alongside a vote to extend ACA subsidies.
• Senator Roger Marshall says the plan will give patients more choices.
• GOP leaders have long sought a comprehensive alternative to the Affordable Care Act.
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• Senate votes 60-40 to pass a spending bill that ends the shutdown
• Eight moderate Democrats break ranks, joining Republicans
• House Speaker Johnson urges a swift vote to send the bill to President Trump
• Many Democrats see this move as a betrayal without Obamacare subsidy protection
Spending Bill Clears...
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President Trump quietly granted a pardon to Robert Harshbarger Jr.
Harshbarger Jr. pleaded guilty to selling unsafe dialysis drugs.
He faced a four-year prison sentence and large fines.
The pardon was posted without White House announcement.
Critics worry about fairness and political influence.
What is the Harshbarger pardon?
President...
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The administration expanded Veteran Benefits to reach more former service members.
New policies fixed past discrimination in healthcare, housing, and education.
Leaders lifted barriers for women and LGBTQ+ veterans.
Future plans aim to strengthen Veteran Benefits even more.
What’s Next for Veteran Benefits?
As we honor those who served,...
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SNAP benefits feed 42 million Americans, mostly kids, seniors, and disabled people.
The Trump administration sent its own Justice Department to court to halt payments.
This move risked hunger in the world’s richest country for political gain.
Families faced uncertainty as the legal fight unfolded.
A final...
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• Leaving service can bring unexpected challenges.
• Talking openly about pain can light a path forward.
• Support from others is vital for suicide prevention.
• Sharing your story offers hope to those who struggle.
Suicide Prevention: My Unexpected Battle
When I left military service in 2020, I had no plans to...
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Irish cook Mary Mallon, known as Typhoid Mary, died at age 69.
She spent over 25 years in isolation on North Brother Island.
Mary never showed symptoms but carried typhoid fever.
Her case changed public health rules forever.
Typhoid Mary’s Story Ends in Isolation
Mary Mallon, known to history...
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Despite praise, funding for veteran equity programs is shrinking.
Veteran equity steps once boosted fairness for women and minorities.
Now these steps face cuts just when they matter most.
We must act to protect veteran equity for all service members.
The State of Veteran Equity Today
First, veteran equity...
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• Jonathan Karl’s fourth Trump book, Retribution, hits key moments of 2024.
• Retribution chronicles Trump’s second term and two assassination attempts.
• The book reveals Trump’s reality TV style and his push for retribution.
• Karl also covers Biden’s withdrawal and Kamala Harris’s historic rise.
• The author reflects on threats...
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President Trump teased Sergio Gor during his ambassador swearing-in.
He joked about past staffing errors in the White House personnel office.
The media called the moment awkward, but guests laughed.
Despite the tease, Trump praised Gor’s future role in India.
Sergio Gor Takes Center Stage
The White House hosted...
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• Senator Mark Kelly sidestepped questions about Schumer leadership on live TV.
• Kelly blamed the president’s actions for the shutdown crisis.
• He urged Democrats to unite instead of attacking each other.
• Progressive Democrats remain angry at Schumer for his compromise.
In a recent TV interview, Senator Mark Kelly avoided...
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A pardoned rioter, John Emanuel Banuelos, faces new kidnapping and sexual assault charges.
Banuelos reportedly fired gunshots at the Capitol on Jan. 6.
His Jan. 6 criminal case was dropped after a presidential pardon.
Several other pardoned rioters have since faced serious legal trouble.
The pattern raises...
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• President Trump pledged $2,000 checks paid by his tariffs.
• His tariff income totals about $217 billion, but checks would cost $300 billion.
• Experts say no “leftover” money will exist after the rebates.
• Even top aides admit the plan may not work.
• The math simply does not add...
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• The Big Beautiful Bill cuts food aid and health coverage in West Virginia
• SNAP rules will drop benefits for veterans, older adults, parents, and former foster youth
• Without tax credits, 60,000 people face much higher health plan costs on January 1, 2026
• The only hospital in Greenbrier...
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Eight Senate Democrats backed a deal to reopen the government.
They broke ranks with their party during a hard-fought shutdown.
Experts say they feared losing public support and future elections.
Tim Kaine’s comments hint at wider, hidden support for ending the deadlock.
The government shutdown neared its end...
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President Trump criticizes Marjorie Taylor Greene after her cost of living remarks.
He says Greene has “lost her way” and is catering to the other side.
Trump highlights his China tariffs on magnets as proof of strong trade action.
The clash raises questions about unity within the...
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• The Supreme Court is reviewing whether the president overstepped his power on tariffs
• Experts warn that tariffs act like taxes and hurt U.S. manufacturers
• The case centers on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
• Justices asked if these measures aim to raise revenue or target foreign threats
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The Transport Workers Union sued NYCLASS for spreading false claims to ban carriage horses.
The TWU represents about 200 Central Park horse-drawn carriage owners and drivers.
The lawsuit was filed Monday in New York Supreme Court.
The union says NYCLASS knowingly misleads the public.
The case aims...
