Politics & Policy
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Record Gulf Coast exports push U.S. oil inventories lower
Commercial crude oil stockpiles fell by 8 million barrels to a 22-year low of 434 million barrels in the week ended June 1, the U.S. Energy Department reported on Wednesday
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You Vote: Will there be a silver lining to the madness of the CA election process taking so long?
U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli didn't comment on any specific investigation, but he said he'd "follow the evidence wherever it leads and prosecute any violations of federal election law to the fullest extent."
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Becerra advances to November general election for California governor: AP
The AP called the first slot for Becerra, who secured 26.7% of the vote as of publishing time, compared to Republican Steve Hilton, who is trailing in second with 26.4% of the vote and 66% of the total ballots counted.
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Senators fail to get ban on 'anti-weaponization' fund into bill that funds ICE, Border Patrol
The reconciliation package provides additional funding to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol.
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Six Republicans vote against White House ballroom
The ballroom is a passion project for Trump, though it has also become a focal point for Democratic criticism of the administration.
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Trump pushes SAVE America Act as Senate balks over WH agenda
Senate leaders have faced considerable pressure from MAGA stalwarts to pass the SAVE America Act, including by altering chamber rules or reforming the filibuster.
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Trump announces $700 million investment to support coal plants and build export terminal
The funding will support 13 existing coal plants, the construction of two new coal plants, and an coal export terminal in California.
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High fuel costs forces American Airlines to suspend some of its summer routes, company says
The Texas-based airline said that impacted travelers would be offered alternative flights to reach their destinations, or it would grant them refunds.
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Feds announce major fraud busts in Ohio
Oz detailed a string of fraud findings involving illegitimate recipients of public funds for healthcare.
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Scott Perry unveils bills targeting surrogacy for foreigners, sex offenders
The twin bills include the "Protecting Kids from Creeps Act" and the "Preventing International Surrogacy Exploitation Act."
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GOP senators want written assurance 'anti-weaponization fund' is dead before voting on ICE funding
Several Republicans, including former GOP Leader Mitch McConnell, have criticized the fund over fears it could reward Trump allies.
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Disparate rules could create food stamp 'havens' for those less likely to work
"SNAP Havens": The federal government spent over $100 billion during fiscal year 2025 on the SNAP program. A patchwork of variations in state requirements may make some localities more desirable destinations for people who choose welfare over working.
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Trump accuses Dems of trying to 'steal' California primaries from Republicans
Trump has long been critical of the mail-in ballot process, which featured heavily in his claims of election fraud in the 2020 contest.