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Internal Discord in the Republican Party: Trump vs. McConnell on Kennedy Jr.’s Nomination

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been confirmed as the new Health and Human Services Secretary, but not without controversy and a notable opposition from...
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Impact of Trump Administration’s NIL Policy Changes on Title IX and Student-Athlete Compensation

Trump administration rescinds Biden's Title IX guidance on athlete pay, sparking debate over fairness in collegiate sports. Quick Takes Trump's Department of Education withdraws Biden-era...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson’s Diplomatic Shuffle Amidst Trump’s Gaza Proposal and Republican Budget Debate

House Speaker Mike Johnson juggles diplomatic engagements and budget negotiations amid Trump's controversial Gaza proposal. Quick Takes Johnson cancels Netanyahu meeting due to extended Trump...
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Trump’s Economic Pressure Playbook: How Canada and Mexico Folded on Migration Policies

President Trump's bold move to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China sparks economic pressure and raises questions about its impact on U.S. consumers...
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USAID Controversy: Security Chiefs Suspended Amid Elon Musk’s DOGE Access to Classified Information

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gains access to classified USAID information, leading to suspension of top security chiefs and agency turmoil. Quick Takes ...
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Chicago OIG Report Accuses Mayor Johnson of Improper Gift Acceptance and Transparency Issues

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces accusations of improperly accepting designer gifts and blocking access to a mysterious "gift room" at City Hall, according to...
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Phyllis Fong’s Dismissal: Political Interference in Federal Oversight and Its Implications

USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong was escorted from her office after refusing to acknowledge her termination by the Trump administration, sparking a fierce debate...
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Critique of Biden’s Energy Policy: Economic Impacts and the Case for Fossil Fuel Production

President Trump declares a national energy emergency on his first day back in office, aiming to reverse Biden-era policies and restore American "energy dominance." Quick...
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Debate Over IRS Staffing Levels and Tax Enforcement Amid Trump’s Remarks in Las Vegas

Donald Trump's surprise stop in Las Vegas ignites debate over IRS staffing and tax enforcement. Quick Takes Trump proposes terminating or relocating thousands of IRS...
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Republican House Divisions: Balancing Trump’s Tax Cuts and National Debt Concerns

House Republicans face a daunting challenge as they attempt to fund President Trump's ambitious tax cuts while grappling with a soaring national debt. Quick Takes ...

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