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Florida tourism industry takes a hit as Canadian visitors choose to go elsewhere
Florida's tourism marketing agency doesn't have an explanation for the drop in Canadian visitors in its latest estimates, but it comes as tensions rise between the U.S. and Canada over trade negotiations that gave way to a tariff war.
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Fed Chair Warsh said inflation still too high, suggesting a possible interest rate increase to come
The statement, which was his first high-profile speech at the Fed's annual conference at Jackson Hole, revealed a lot clearer picture of Warsh's economic outlook than previous remarks.
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California AG Bonta stands by his lawsuit to stop enforcement of Trump EO on mail-in voting
Trump's executive order, issued on March 31, required the U.S. Postal Service to prohibit the mailing of ballots to voters whose names aren't on a new Postal Service list.
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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dies at 65
"Jim's dedication and passion for the Indianapolis Colts in addition to his generosity, commitment to the community, and most importantly, his love for his family were unsurpassed," the team said.
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Louisiana Gov Landry signs EO for investigation of Orleans Parish jail break
Ten inmates at the New Orleans facility escaped on Friday after removing a toilet and burrowing through a hole in the wall, even writing "to [sic] easy LOL" as a bit of parting graffiti.
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FTC considering legal action against doctors behind gender transitions for kids
Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., responded to the media report by praising the FTC “for investigating the horrific scheme to target minors with barbaric gender procedures.”
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Court hands Texas a win against Biden-era EEOC on 'pronoun police' case
Last year, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the EEOC, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, former U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and other federal officials to block an EEOC guidance
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Target reports drop in 1st quarter sales, attributes to tariffs, economy, backlash to DEI policies
Target's shares fell 3% before the opening bell Wednesday.
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Ted Cruz introduces Universal School Choice Act, as 'the civil rights issue of the 21st century'
The proposal would allocate up to $10 billion annually in dollar-for-dollar federal tax credits for individuals and businesses nationwide that contribute to nonprofit scholarship-granting organizations for elementary and secondary education.
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Secretary of Education McMahon's grant priorities include returning to phonics, school choice,
In stark contrast to the previous administration's DEI-ladened grant programs and priorities, McMahon said Tuesday her three priorities for grants are focusing on literacy, school choice, and states’ freedom.
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'Cheers' actor George Wendt dies at 76
Wendt starred in Cheers in all 275 episodes, and earned six Emmy nominations for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series. He later got his own sitcom titled "The George Wendt Show."
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Virginia congressional candidate Vindman's campaign hit with FEC complaint
Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Va., is facing a federal ethics complaint after his campaign allegedly spent nearly $40,000 on copies of his twin brother’s new book — prompting a complaint claiming it violated campaign finance laws.
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World's richest man, Elon Musk, says he plans to spend less on politics
Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back Trump. On Tuesday, Musk said he still could increase spending if things change.