2 h. ago Bessent rules out Fed chair role, explains what lured Saudis' $1T investment deal

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed he’s not seeking the Federal Reserve chair role and praised President Trump after Saudi Arabia pledged nearly $1 trillion in U.S. investments.

Economics

3 h. ago Trump calls for federal AI standards, end to state 'patchwork' regulations 'threatening' economic growth

President Trump called for unified federal AI standards, as House Republicans signal their support for blocking state rules and protections.

Politics

5 h. ago Meta’s Victory Opens the Way for Silicon Valley to Go Deal Shopping

To avoid regulatory scrutiny, big tech companies had steered clear of buying start-ups outright. Meta’s antitrust win may change that thinking.

Politics

8 h. ago In blow to Trump, federal judges block new Texas congressional map

In blow to Trump, federal judges block new Texas congressional map  Politico

Politics

8 h. ago How Trump Has Used ICE, the National Guard and Other Federal Forces Across the U.S.

Charlotte and Raleigh in North Carolina became the latest cities to see federal forces move in. Here’s a rundown of what’s going on in each place.

Politics

11 h. ago Blue school district hit with federal complaint alleging it 'sidestepped' law depriving parent of transparency

America First Legal, a pro-Trump group, has filed a federal complaint over what it says is an example of a school district side stepping federal law on transparency.

Society

15 h. ago Duffy vows 'we're not going to take this lying down' after court blocks CDL restrictions for illegal migrants

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy vows to fight federal court ruling that blocks Trump administration restrictions on immigrant commercial driver's licenses.

Events

20 h. ago Trump admin sues over California law banning ICE from wearing face masks to shield identities

The Trump administration sued California over new law banning federal immigration agents from wearing masks, claiming the restrictions violate constitutional authority.

Politics

28 h. ago Trump Administration Moves to Weaken Federal Protections for Waterways and Wetlands

Trump Administration Moves to Weaken Federal Protections for Waterways and Wetlands  Inside Climate News

Politics

33 h. ago Appeals court denies review of contempt case against Trump admin over deportations

An appeals court denied a request to reconsider an earlier decision that prevented a federal judge from investigating whether the Trump admin acted in contempt.

Politics

3 d. ago Trump nominates attorney helping lead lawsuits over UPenn, SJSU trans athlete scandals for federal judgeship

President Donald Trump nominated attorney Justin Olson to serve as a federal judge for the Southern District of Indiana on Friday afternoon.

Politics

4 d. ago Federal judge slams brakes on Trump admin rule limiting commercial driver's licenses for immigrants

Federal court blocks Department of Transportation restrictions on immigrant commercial driver's licenses, citing improper procedure. New rules aimed at truck safety came after a fatal Florida crash.

Events

4 d. ago Marquette Law School Poll to release results of national surveys on federal government shutdown, Trump administration, U.S. Supreme Court, Nov. 19

Marquette Law School Poll to release results of national surveys on federal government shutdown, Trump administration, U.S. Supreme Court, Nov. 19-20  Marquette University

Politics

4 d. ago US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles

US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles  Reuters

Politics

5 d. ago Federal staffers head back to work, Trump's targets challenge U.S. prosecutor in court

Federal staffers head back to work, Trump's targets challenge U.S. prosecutor in court  NBC News

Events

5 d. ago THC gummies and drinks face ban under provision in government spending bill

A little-noticed provision tucked into the federal spending bill signed by President Trump could upend the THC industry.

Politics

5 d. ago Kristi Noem awards $10K bonuses to TSA workers as trump praises ‘patriotic’ federal employees

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday awarded $10,000 bonuses to TSA agents who stayed on duty during the 43-day government shutdown.

Politics

5 d. ago Chicago sues Trump DOJ over 'unlawful' DEI restrictions on federal policing grants

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Justice on Wednesday over DEI restrictions related to a $6 million police grant.

Politics

5 d. ago Comey and James challenge Trump appointee's legitimacy in federal court hearing

James Comey and Letitia James argue their criminal charges should be dismissed because prosecutor Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed as U.S. attorney.

Politics

6 d. ago Silicon Valley tech giant cutting up to 2,800 jobs after $35B merger

Silicon Valley tech giant cutting up to 2,800 jobs after $35B merger  San Francisco Chronicle

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