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Power the future sends letter to lawmakers over data
Power the Future, a pro-energy group, is asking Rep. Comer and Sen. Paul to probe nonprofit funding it alleges is fueling anti-data center campaigns across 24 states.…
AI talks draw backlash from Mass. state lawmakers
Trump claims hostilities in Iran 'have terminated' in letter sent to top US lawmakers
Trump sidestepped a legal deadline for gaining approval from members of Congress over his war in Iran as he sends a letter to top lawmakers claiming that hostilities have ended due…
Universities face funding threat as lawmakers target schools with ties to adversarial nations
A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduces bills to crack down on foreign influence in American higher education by targeting ties to adversarial nations.…
NYC lawmakers push plan to set up 23K free dog poop bags around city as complaints pile up
A set of four bills were introduced yesterday that would require the Department of Sanitation to install and regularly fill “dog waste” bags across the Big Apple’s estimated 23,000…
Minnesota Moves to Ban AI Apps That Generate Fake Nude Images
The bill, which bans AI tools that generate fake nudity and lets victims sue their creators, will go to Governor Walz for his signature.…
US lawmakers say DoJ rushed Southern Poverty Law Center indictment, citing whistleblower
Democrats accuse Todd Blanche of pressuring prosecutors for charges ‘despite serious concerns’ about case’s strength…
Mamdani is ruining NYC’s summer with order blocking park events during World Cup: lawmakers
They're giving Zo a red card.…
Cuban immigrant died in ICE custody in Georgia, notice to US lawmakers says
WASHINGTON, May 1 - A Cuban immigrant died in U.S. immigration custody in Georgia in what authorities suspect was a suicide, U.S. officials said in a notice to lawmakers sent on Fr…
Cuban immigrant died in ICE custody in Georgia, notice to US lawmakers says
California Lawmakers Are Ignoring History by Boosting Pension Benefits as the State's Economy Teeters
After California made this same mistake in 1999, it took 12 years to dig out of the hole. Taxpayers footed the bill.…
Connecticut lawmakers approve bill for cell phone ban in schools — but critics argue that having different rules for adults and students is ‘not good role modeling at all’
Connecticut has taken a big step closer to outright banning phones during the school day, but reactions to the news are mixed.…
Trump and GOP lawmakers push for executive mansion expansion
President Donald Trump’s push to build a White House ballroom is getting a morbid boost. In the aftermath of the April 25 assassination attempt against Trump at the White House Cor…
GOP Lawmakers Voice Fresh Concern Over Defense Budget Request
. . . acknowledging the tough task they’ll face in passing the full amount given the lack of Democratic support and push back within their own party…
‘The King’s speech was brilliant … I hope his words were not lost on U.S. lawmakers or voters.’ Letters to the editor for May 1
In today’s letters to the editor: King Charles; sovereign wealth fund; Canada Health Infoway; high-speed rail; supply management; adult children…
US lawmakers vote to reduce NSF funding by 20%
A draft bill would preserve NASA’s overall funding but downsize the National Science Foundation’s budget by 20%.…
Tim Allen trolls ‘No Kings’ lawmakers for fawning over actual King Charles
After King Charles’ historic address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, his first as monarch, Allen took to X to mock the irony of the moment, posting a photo of the speech…
Camp Mystic drops summer reopening plan over outrage by families and Texas lawmakers - AP News
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GOP lawmakers seek to defund HBCU after it canceled Republican's commencement speech
GOP lawmakers in South Carolina seek to strip funding from the state's only public HBCU after it rescinded GOP Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette's invitation to speak at commencement ceremony…
MN lawmakers unload on Walz's 'legacy' after he touts fraud record in final annual address: 'Ridiculous'
Gov. Tim Walz sparked sharp criticism from Minnesota Republicans after addressing the state's fraud scandal in his final State of the State speech.…
Tim Allen trolls ‘No Kings’ lawmakers for fawning over actual King Charles
Comedian Tim Allen calls out the irony of "No Kings" protesters attending King Charles III's historic speech before a joint session of Congress.…
Lawmakers Agree Jack Smith’s Arctic Frost Should Never Happen Again — Despite Delay On Action
'Jack Smith used and abused NDOs'…
Bolsonaro’s prison time likely to be curbed as Brazil lawmakers block Lula veto
Iran war pushes oil prices to 4-year high as Hegseth faces lawmakers
Oil prices hit a 4-year high as Axios reports Trump will hear new options to try to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff with Iran with a new wave of attacks.…
Lefty Michigan town shells out $18K to yank neighborhood watch signs lawmakers said were racist: ‘Expressions of exclusion’
The city council voted 10-0 in December to remove the street watch signage, declaring they no longer served a public safety purpose or reflected the city’s push for inclusivity.…
Trump was 'one door away' from danger, GOP lawmakers says as he demands Secret Service explanation
Rep. Gimenez raises concerns about Secret Service security failures at the WHCA dinner, comparing lapses to the 2024 Butler assassination attempt.…
Hegseth spars with lawmakers about Iran, Pentagon policies
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is back on Capitol Hill, facing questions from lawmakers about his policies. Axios' Hans Nichols joins CBS News with more.…
Romanian Convicted Of ‘Swatting’ Ring Targeting US Lawmakers Learns Fate In Court
A Romanian convicted of running an international swatting ring targeting dozens of U.S. lawmakers and government officials will spend four years behind bars.…
Lawmakers grill Hegseth about the Iran war costs
Lawmakers are pressing Pentagon officials about the Iran war during hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.…
Hegseth to face Senate lawmakers split over Iran war, Pentagon firings
Lawmakers slam Hegseth over Iran war as oil prices skyrocket
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is facing lawmakers on Capitol Hill who have questions about the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran. This comes as global oil prices have skyrocketed amid a…
Hegseth spars with lawmakers over Iran war objectives and rising cost
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to return to Capitol Hill on Thursday for more testimony on the war with Iran. On Wednesday, Hegseth faced questions about the objectives of t…
Hegseth faces a second day of questioning from lawmakers about Iran war
U.S. Defense Secretary will again stress the need for more drones, missile defence systems and warships…
Lawmakers blast and praise Hegseth during House Armed Services hearing
A congressional hearing that was supposed to center on President Donald Trump's 2027 military budget proposal has entered its fifth hour, with Democrats and Republicans oscillating…
Florida lawmakers pass voting map that could help Republicans flip 4 House seats
Florida lawmakers passed a new voting map that could give Republicans an edge in flipping four House seats now held by Democrats. It aids President Trump's national redistricting p…
Lawmakers And AI Makers Tussle Over Crafting New Laws Covering Intentionality And Recklessness On AI Existential Risks
Can the EU get kids off social media?
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How lawmakers reacted to Hegseth's testimony on Iran War
NBC News' Ryan Nobles joins "Here's the Scoop" to discuss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's appearance in front of the House Armed Services Committee and why some skeptical lawmaker…
Hegseth Spars with Lawmakers over Iran
State of the Union: The Pentagon’s comptroller said the U.S. has spent about $25 billion on the Iran War so far.…
US lawmakers warn China is top space rival as race to the moon intensifies
Beijing is using space for ‘diplomacy and influence’, US lawmakers claim amid growing competition with Washington.…
Dem wants to make New York lawmakers exempt from internet, utility bills as party standoff stalls budget
The legislation was quickly panned by critics as a “silly conversation” — especially given that Empire State senators and assemblymembers are the highest-paid in the country.…
Lawmakers press Pete Hegseth about Kuwait strike in Iran war that killed 6 U.S. troops
Top Pentagon leaders, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, testified before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday, facing tough questions about the war with Iran. CB…
Florida Lawmakers Debate Aggressive New Map as Supreme Court Decision Lands
The map would eliminate as many as four Democratic-held districts, including one that is heavily Puerto Rican. Republicans expressed confidence in the map’s legality.…
US lawmakers to grill Pentagon chief on Iran war
US President Donald Trump has yet to publicly provide a plan for winding down the war. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
EU countries and lawmakers reach an impasse on a deal watering down the EU's AI Act due to some parties seeking exemptions for already regulated industries (Foo Yun Chee/Reuters)
Foo Yun Chee / Reuters : EU countries and lawmakers reach an impasse on a deal watering down the EU's AI Act due to some parties seeking exemptions for already regulated industries…
EXCLUSIVE: Lawmakers Urged to Probe NY Hospital Powerhouse Amid Antitrust Suit
An advocacy group is asking Congress to investigate the tax-exempt status of one of the largest health care systems in New York City, pointing to massive…
Dem and GOP lawmakers trade blame over rhetoric after WHCD shooting: 'It is disgusting'
Rep. Lauren Boebert blames liberal rhetoric for the alleged WHCD shooting, while Rep. Jared Moskowitz says both sides must bring the temperature down.…
Dem and GOP lawmakers trade blame over rhetoric after WHCD shooting: 'It is disgusting'
Rep. Lauren Boebert blames liberal rhetoric for the alleged WHCD shooting, while Rep. Jared Moskowitz says both sides must bring the temperature down.…
'No Strategy, No Plan, And No Endgame': Congressman Urges Lawmakers To 'Rein In' Trump's War Powers
Congressman Morgan McGarvey (D-KY) joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the current state of the war against Iran as the shaky ceasefire marks three weeks.…
Texas Lawmakers Question Camp Mystic’s Owners Over Deadly Flood
The owners of the camp, where 28 people died, faced four hours of questions in which some lawmakers said the camp should not open this summer.…
‘PH-1’ star says his film could serve as ‘cautionary tale’ for social media-obsessed lawmakers
U.S. lawmakers take on AI chatbots, fraud in new bills
Canadian lawmakers advance bill to ban political cryptocurrency donations
Pressure over AI regulations mounts for Florida lawmakers
Florida lawmakers eye redistricting push: What to know about DeSantis’s House map
DeSantis calls back lawmakers for Florida redistricting effort
Florida's Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, has called lawmakers back to Tallahassee, where they could redraw the state's congressional maps to be even more favorable for the GOP.…
AI is making it very easy for the government to spy on you. Some lawmakers are worried. - AI’s increasing ability to sift through data and track Americans’ locations has some lawmakers reconsidering parts of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.
Ruling bloc’s 80 lawmakers to send joint letter on US defense of Coupang
More than 80 lawmakers of the ruling bloc plan to send a joint letter to the U.S. government protesting its defense of e-commerce giant Coupang, ar...…
Secret Service director questioned by lawmakers about security after correspondents' dinner attack
In the wake of Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Trump administration has ordered a review of security procedures. Meanwhile, Republicans and Democ…
Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect - Reuters
Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect Reuters…