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  • Thu, December 19, 2024

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House Republicans agree on Plan B government funding bill with Trump's debt limit increase

House Republicans have reached an agreement on funding the government before Friday's shutdown deadline. The deal would also suspend the debt limit for two years.

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NCAA president addresses parents' concerns about trans athlete inclusion: 'It's a small community'

NCAA president Charlie Baker doubled-down on controversial statements regarding the NCAA's policies allowing trans athletes to compete against women.

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Where's Biden? Lame-duck president slammed for 'quiet quitting' amid major government funding battle

President Biden was blasted for "quiet quitting" and failing to lead his fellow Democrats amid the fiscal battle in Congress that could lead to a government shutdown just days before Christmas.

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Congress agrees to fully fund Baltimore Key Bridge rebuild in plan to avert government shutdown

Congressional leaders struck a deal to avert a government shutdown that includes a provision to cover the cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Trump says Mike Johnson will 'easily remain speaker' if he acts 'decisively and tough' on spending bill

EXCLUSIVE: President-elect Donald Trump told Fox News Digital that House Speaker Mike Johnson will "easily remain speaker" for the next Congress if he "acts decisively and tough" and eliminates "all of the traps being set by Democrats" in the spending package.

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What to expect as Republicans try to salvage spending package, avoid government shutdown

Republicans in the House are not willing to raise the debt ceiling and Democrats claim Republicans have reneged on their deal. Now, chances of a government shutdown are high.

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Oklahoma lawmakers on board with abolishing the Department of Education

The Oklahoma delegation is all in on abolishing the Department of Education after President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea. However, one of them doubts he'll get the Senate votes.
  • Wed, December 18, 2024

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Massie drops colorful analogy opposing foreign aid, mocks Speaker Johnson with AI-generated image

Thomas Massie likened U.S. foreign aid to an individual watering their neighbor's yard while their own house burns, and illustrated his point with an AI image of Speaker Mike Johnson.

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'Pattern of disregard': Red states seek court action against Biden admin's 'shameful' border wall disposal

Texas' General Land Office is pushing for action on what it says is a "shameful" disposal of border wall materials by the federal government from a district court.
  • Tue, December 17, 2024

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USA Fencing board votes against motions on hot button issues including all-female task force on trans policy

USA Fencing board members held a special meeting Saturday where they voted against several motions that addressed current hot button issues in the nation.

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DOGE Caucus founding member debuts 2 bills to kick-start waste cuts in Trump term

Okla., is introducing two bills targeting pandemic-era fraud as part of his advocacy for government reform with the Senate's DOGE Caucus.

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DC councilman recommended for expulsion as he faces bribery charges

Washington, D.C. city councilman Trayon White could be removed from office after an ad hoc committee unanimously voted on Monday to recommend the council expel him.

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Meghan Markle seen as manipulating Prince Harry, will never win over UK: author

Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine and author of "My Mother and I," explained why the Duchess of Sussex will likely never win over the public across the pond again.
  • Mon, December 16, 2024

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Mario Lopez admits there are challenges working with 'wildly talented' wife

"Saved by the Bell" star Mario Lopez spoke to Fox News Digital about the challenges when working with his "wildly talented" wife and son. They star in "Once Upon a Christmas Wish" on Great American Family.

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'Going to be painful': Venezuelan expert sounds alarm about what's next if sanctuary city policies continue

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Jay-Z goes on offensive, taking aim against accuser in break from longtime 'wall of secrecy' strategy

  • Sun, December 15, 2024

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Israel to close embassy in Ireland over 'anti-Israel policies'

"The actions and anti-semitic rhetoric used by Ireland against Israel are rooted in the de-legitimisation and demonisation of the Jewish state, along with double standards," Saar said.

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Candace Cameron Bure, Danica McKellar 'fast-forward' through kissing scenes so husbands don't have to watch

Candace Cameron Bure and Danica McKellar shared their husbands reaction to their romantic love scenes. The two child stars kicked off the holiday season with the first-ever Great American Family Christmas Festival.
  • Sat, December 14, 2024

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Bird flu causes deaths of cats and zoo animals as virus spreads in US

Just days after the USDA issued a new order that all raw milk must be tested for bird flu, reports have emerged of animals dying of the virus, including cats and several zoo animals.

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Bob Fernandez, a 100-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor, dies peacefully at home 83 years after bombing

Bob Fernandez, a 100-year-old survivor of the 1941 Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died peacefully at his nephew's home in Lodi, California.

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Experts dismiss 'unfounded' drone panic as sightings reported in New Jersey, New York and elsewhere

Reported drone sightings at night in New Jersey and along the East Coast have sent lawmakers into a panic and spurred demands for an investigation, although federal officials continue to say there is no cause for alarm. A series of unidentified drone ...
  • Fri, December 13, 2024

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European countries put freeze on Syrian asylum claims after Assad's fall, unclear if US will follow

European countries are freezing asylum cases from Syrian migrants after the ouster of Syrian President Bashar Assad, raising questions about how the U.S. will handle claims.

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Flu vaccination rates 'concerningly' low among US kids, health officials warn

Only around one-third of children have been vaccinated against the flu, according to the latest data from the CDC. Infectious disease experts express their concerns about the decline.

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Sen. Blumenthal says mysterious drones spotted recently 'should be shot down, if necessary'

Conn., said the mysterious drones spotted in New Jersey over the past few weeks, and most recently in Connecticut, should be "shot down, if necessary."

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'Politically motivated' FBI treated conservatives like domestic terrorists on Wray's watch: whistleblower

FBI Director Wray's resignation sparks debate over "political weaponization," with an FBI whistleblower linking bias to post-9/11 reforms and incentivized crime forecasting.
  • Thu, December 12, 2024

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Youngkin to draft sanctuary city ban, making state funding contingent on ICE cooperation

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin will announce a plan to institute a sanctuary city ban and withhold state funds for policing to such jurisdictions.

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Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie's parents admit they were 'wrong' to warn daughters against 'The Simple Life'

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie became household names on "The Simple Life," but their famous families, including Kathy Hilton and Lionel Richie, were hesitant to let them be a part of it.

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Brandi Glanville spending 'all of my money' looking for answers to mystery illness that left her disfigured

After posting a photo of her disfigured face on social media, former "Real Housewives" star Brandi Glanville is shedding light on what she thinks is wrong.
  • Wed, December 11, 2024

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Kyle Rudolph reveals Daniel Jones' reasoning behind joining Vikings: 'Opportunity for me in the future'

Could Daniel Jones' NFL future follow the same path as Sam Darnold, who he currently sits behind with the Minnesota Vikings? One NFL great believes so.

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Ohio lawmaker looks to outlaw flag planting at Buckeyes' stadium after Michigan brawl

An Ohio state lawmaker is hoping to prevent future brawls at Ohio Stadium after introducing legislation that would ban flag planting at the Buckeyes' field on game day.

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50 Cent taunts Jay-Z, 'Diddy' with AI arrest video following sexual assault allegations

Cent shared an AI-video of Jay-Z being arrested in the wake of a sexual assault lawsuit against the rapper. Jay-Z has denied the allegations that he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old.

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Nation's largest labor union for federal employees rebukes GOP's efforts to end telework

AFGE, the country's largest labor union for federal employees, is fighting back against Republican criticisms that government workers are abusing remote work policies.

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State Board of Education approves changes to Indiana high school diploma requirements

On Wednesday, the Indiana State Board of Education unanimously approved the final draft of new high school diploma requirements for Hoosier students. The new requirements

House Republicans agree on Plan B government funding bill with Trump's debt limit increase

House Republicans have reached an agreement on funding the government before Friday's shutdown deadline. The deal would also suspend the debt limit for two years.
House Republicans have agreed on a "Plan B" for government funding and addressing the debt ceiling, which involves a short-term continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government funded through early December. This plan comes as an alternative to a more comprehensive bill that would have included significant spending cuts and policy changes, which failed to garner enough support. The CR aims to prevent a government shutdown and buy time for further negotiations on spending and the debt limit. This move is seen as a strategic retreat to avoid immediate fiscal crises while still pushing for future budget negotiations. The plan does not include the previously proposed increase in the debt ceiling, which was linked to President Trump's conditions for spending cuts and policy reforms.

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