Concerns have arisen over the length of time it takes the state to count ballots. United States Attorney for the Central District of California Bill Essayli announced that…
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HHS Secretary Announces Initiatives to Address Lyme Disease and Treatment
The new plan includes collaboration with private organizations, funding for public awareness, and efforts to reduce tick populations. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.,…
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Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Use 2023 Map for Midterms
The lower court’s injunction is stayed while the case against the redistricted map proceeds. The U.S. Supreme Court issued an order allowing the state of Alabama to use…
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President Trump Requests Israel Halt Retaliation on Beirut
Iran had backed out of indirect ceasefire negotiations after Israel responded to Hezbollah’s attacks. President Donald Trump announced that Israel agreed to stop its planned raid of Beirut…
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HHS Partners with Nonprofit to Improve Maternal Health
HHS and Heartland Forward are expected to work together to share information and align their strategies to improve the care women receive before, during, and after pregnancy. The…
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Kenyan High Court Pauses U.S. Plan for Ebola Response Center
Secretary Rubio stated that Ebola cases would not be allowed into the United States. The White House announced a plan to set up a health facility in Kenya…
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HHS Reorganizes Civil Rights Office to Protect Privacy and Religious Conscience
The Office for Civil Rights has been divided into three main divisions to allow HHS to better focus on combatting different aspects of discrimination in the U.S. The…
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When Voters Write the Law
Voters participate not only in choosing elected officials but also in deciding specific laws and constitutional changes through ballot measures. How ballot initiatives and other voter-initiated measures provide an additional mechanism for voters to decide specific policy questions
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President Trump Calls for Arab Nations to Join Abraham Accords
CENTCOM announced that strikes against Iran on Monday were “self-defense.” The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that strikes made against Iran on Monday were defensive in nature, as…
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Education Department Expands IDEA Funding for Students With Disabilities
New federal guidance lets states use IDEA funds to support expectant parents preparing for disability-related services The U.S. Department of Education announced a $144 million increase in funding…
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