2 h. ago Reporter's Notebook: Republicans seek exit from Venezuela war powers debate after recently voting for it

Senate Republicans may reverse course on Venezuela war powers debate despite voting to proceed with discussion. Bipartisan coalition faces potential GOP effort.

Politics

2 h. ago Wyoming is among the states that could cut property taxes used for local services

Wyoming lawmakers are in the front of a national trend of cutting or eliminating property taxes. But they face a challenge from activists seeking to save money for police, firefighters and libraries.

Economics

2 h. ago Trump rips into GOP defectors as 'real losers' as Senate readies for final vote

Senate prepares for a Wednesday vote on a Venezuela war powers resolution as White House and Republican leadership pressures GOP senators to change their positions.

Politics

3 h. ago Trump to cut federal payments to sanctuary cities starting Feb 1 over immigration policies

President Donald Trump will suspend payments to sanctuary cities starting Feb. 1. He also criticized Minnesota officials over alleged widespread fraud.

Politics

3 h. ago California Lawmakers Drop Plan to Amend Los Angeles Mansion Tax

California Lawmakers Drop Plan to Amend Los Angeles Mansion Tax  news.bloombergtax.com

Politics

3 h. ago US posts record $145 billion December deficit as outlays outpace receipts

US posts record $145 billion December deficit as outlays outpace receipts  Reuters

Economics

4 h. ago Can Washington state lawmakers cut their way out of a $2 billion shortfall?

Can Washington state lawmakers cut their way out of a $2 billion shortfall?  KUOW

Economics

4 h. ago Echoing Mamdani, Hochul Offers Plan for a More Affordable New York

In her State of the State address, Gov. Kathy Hochul adopted some of the affordability message of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. She also portrayed New York as a bulwark against the White House.

Politics

5 h. ago States say they need more help replacing lead pipes. Congress may cut funding instead

States say they need more help replacing lead pipes. Congress may cut funding instead  WBEZ Chicago

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6 h. ago Trump opens door to Liz Warren on credit card rates as GOP weighs affordability fight

President Donald Trump calls Sen. Elizabeth Warren to discuss capping credit card interest rates at 10%, finding common ground with progressive Democrats on affordability.

Politics

6 h. ago Scott Adams, Creator of the Satirical ‘Dilbert’ Comic Strip, Dies at 68

His chronicles of a corporate cubicle dweller was widely distributed until racist comments on his podcast led newspapers to cut their ties with him.

Events

6 h. ago GOP unveils plan to cut deficit by $1 trillion with second 'big, beautiful bill'

House Republicans unveil comprehensive plan for reconciliation bill that could allegedly cut federal deficit by over $1 trillion through various reforms.

Economics

7 h. ago Scott Adams, Audacious Creator of the ‘Dilbert’ Comic Strip, Dies at 68

His chronicle of a corporate cubicle dweller was widely distributed until racist comments on his podcast led newspapers to cut their ties with him.

Events

7 h. ago DOJ’s top civil rights prosecutors depart as office is cut out of key probes

DOJ’s top civil rights prosecutors depart as office is cut out of key probes  The Washington Post

Events

9 h. ago Microsoft Has a Plan to Keep Its Data Centers From Raising Your Electric Bill

In response to a growing backlash, Microsoft said it would take steps to ensure that data centers don't raise utility bills in surrounding areas and address other public concerns.

Politics

9 h. ago Apple launches ‘Creator Studio’ bundle of apps for $12.99 per month

The bundle includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on Mac and iPad, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Mac.

Politics

9 h. ago House GOP leader blasts trans athletes in girls' sports as 'biggest form of bullying'

House GOP leader Lisa McClain argues transgender women in female sports is "biggest form of bullying" as Supreme Court hears key cases on state bans.

Politics

9 h. ago Global Central Bankers Rally Around Fed Chair Powell Amid Criminal Investigation

The defense comes after Jerome Powell pushed back on what he described as pressure by the Trump administration to cut interest rates in the United States.

Events

10 h. ago Global Central Bankers Express Support for Fed Chair After Criminal Investigation

The defense comes after Jerome Powell pushed back on what he described as pressure by the Trump administration to cut interest rates in the United States.

Events

10 h. ago Omar ripped for 'inciting violence' after Minneapolis ICE shooting: 'Make sure these people pay'

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., faces backlash from GOP critics who say she has been encouraging violence against ICE agents following fatal shootings involving federal immigration agents.

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