From the States
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NATO allies under pressure to increase their defense as US reduces its number of troops in Europe
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth credited Poland for demonstrating its ability to defend its own border, hoping Poland would serve as an example for other NATO nations.
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Gov Pritzker knocks Illinois progressives’ ability to get new tax measures passed
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker ruled out the passage of many new tax proposals from progressive lawmakers before the end of the legislative session next week in Springfield.
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Whatley hoping Trump tailwind can help him in NC Senate bid
Whatley, bidding to succeed Thom Tillis as a North Carolina representative in the U.S. Senate with a sixth consecutive victory for his party there, has universally trailed popular Democrat Roy Cooper in polls to date.
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Proceedings against Illinois politician set to begin in corruption, racketeering case
Taxpayers could face a hefty price tag as federal prosecutors pursue corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Disney declines to speak out on Florida parental rights bill, issues gay-rights statement instead
Company has previously donated to lawmaker at center of controversy.
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Shipping firm to move operations from backlogged California to Florida's open ports
Florida has recently broken cargo container records, seen new shipping lines calling on Florida ports, and has successfully shifted cargo that would typically call on West Coast ports to the Sunshine State.
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Navy SEALs fighting vaccine mandate secure victory but fight isn't over
Case over vaccine mandate could go all the way to the Supreme Court.
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Kentucky House passes income tax reform on near party-line vote
The legislation calls for the income tax rate to drop from 5% to 4% on Jan. 1, a move proponents say would allow taxpayers to keep $1 billion.
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Virginia Dems encourage House GOP to back felon voting rights constitutional amendment
The amendment would not automatically restore gun rights, which convicted felons also lose, even upon release.
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South Dakota voters to decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana in
Voters had approved a referendum in 2020 that would have legalized recreational marijuana but state Supreme Court struck it down.
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Michigan failed to properly update voting rolls prior to 2020 election, audit finds
Audit of the Bureau of Elections concludes Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office did not adhere to state election law.
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Arizona lawmakers seek to ban state money for businesses that 'advocate' for abortion
Legislation would add to the state's currently existing divestment policy.
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Legislation mandates residential buildings accommodate EV charging
Measure is being criticized by some as government overreach.