He says the waivers “continue life-saving humanitarian assistance programs.“ Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued an emergency humanitarian waiver to President Trump’s temporary foreign assistance pause for the…
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White House Budget Office Rescinds Temporary Federal Financial Aid Freeze
A federal judge had blocked the move before it went into effect on Tuesday. The Office of Management and Budget has rescinded its two-page memo ordering all federal…
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Transportation Secretary Confirmed by Senate
All minority members voted against the nominee in protest of President Trump’s federal spending freeze. The Senate confirmed Sean Duffy as the new Secretary of Transportation on Tuesday,…
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State Department Halts Foreign Aid for Comprehensive Review
Secretary Rubio pauses all foreign assistance to ensure alignment with U.S. interests under the president’s agenda. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a pause on all U.S. foreign…
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President Trump Addresses World Economic Forum
He spoke to attendees in Davos via live feed from the White House. President Donald Trump delivered remarks via live feed from the White House on Thursday to…
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House Speaker Expects Debit Limit Raise in Upcoming Policy Bill
Negotiations begin after party leaders assume new roles in the Senate. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said raising the debt limit will be the primary goal of…
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Treasury Secretary Updates House on Debt Ceiling
The new debt limit is expected to be reached by mid-January. Secretary of the Treasury has alerted the House of Representatives that the United States will likely hit…
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UN Climate Conference Will Address Climate Finance for Developing Nations
COP29 set to focus on renewed commitments to Global South. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) is set for November in Azerbaijan. Nearly 200 nations will discuss…
Read MoreLegislators Raise Concerns About Defense Spending
They question the costs the Defense Department pays contractors. Members of Congress are seeking ways to rein in wasteful defense spending. During a recent congressional hearing, Representative Michael…
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Administration Announces $7.7 Billion in Additional Student Loan Relief
Three categories of borrowers were selected for debt cancellation. The Education Department announced the latest round of student loan borrowers selected for debt relief. Three categories of borrowers…
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