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House Republican Acknowledges Iran Deal Concessions: 'A Work in Progress'
The memorandum of understanding outlines billions in reconstruction funding, a Lebanon ceasefire, and potential sanctions relief for Tehran.
House Democrat Demands Answers on Iran School Bombing as Investigation Continues
More than 165 people, mostly children, were killed in the strike that U.S. officials say relied on outdated intelligence from the Defense Intelligence Agency.
College Sports Sees Pivotal Moment as Senate Looks to Move Legislation on NIL, Transfers Across Goal Line
The Commerce Committee approved a bipartisan bill that would establish nationwide payout rules and limit player transfers amid growing chaos in intercollegiate athletics.
Mamdani Looks to Flex Political Muscle in Key New York House Primaries
The first-term mayor has endorsed progressive challengers to two sitting Democratic congressmen, putting him at odds with senior members of his own party ahead of Tuesday's primaries.
Raising Taxes on the Superrich Is Popular With Voters. So Why Is It So Hard to Get Done?
While 80 percent of Americans support taxing billionaires more, concentrated wealth and political spending have blocked federal action while state-level efforts face legal hurdles and capital flight concerns.
Democratic Senators Call on FCC to Pause Paramount-Warner Bros Merger Over Foreign Investment Concerns
Three senators warn that 49.5% foreign ownership stake, including Gulf sovereign wealth funds, poses national security risks under Section 310 of the Communications Act.
Transgender Former New Hampshire State Representative Sentenced to 33 Years for Child Sex Abuse
Stacie Marie Laughton, who served one term in the state House, pleaded guilty to receiving explicit images of children from a Massachusetts daycare worker.
Sen. Gillibrand's Son Raises $30 Million for Trading Startup valued at $300 Million
Theodore Gillibrand, 22, who graduated from Stanford this week, secured venture funding for American Perpetuals Exchange Corporation as his mother advances crypto legislation.
White House Officials Bid Farewell to Air Force One Plane Used Since 1990
The Boeing VC-25A aircraft, which served seven presidents starting with George H.W. Bush, completed its final presidential flight as Trump prepares to transition to newly outfitted 747-800s.
Progressive Michigan Senate Candidate's Communications Director Under Scrutiny Over Past Social Media Posts
Roxie Richner, communications director for Abdul El-Sayed, made posts in 2019-2020 criticizing white women during George Floyd protests.