High Court ruling on nearly $800 million in funding The United States Supreme Court issued a narrow 5-4 decision allowing the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to stop disbursing approximately $783 million in research grants, at least temporarily. This ruling overturns a lower court’s order that had required the agency
Morning crash in Capitol Hill raises questions about military presence in the city A traffic accident on Wednesday morning in Washington D.C. involved a National Guard military vehicle and a civilian car, leaving one person injured. According to official reports, the crash occurred shortly after 6:00 a.m. at the intersection
Settlement Between Newsmax and Dominion Voting Systems Newsmax has agreed to pay $67 million to Dominion Voting Systems to resolve a defamation lawsuit connected to coverage of the 2020 U.S. presidential election. The case was scheduled for trial in October, but the settlement prevents it from moving forward in court.
Maryland judge rules against measures limiting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives A federal court in Maryland has struck down two actions by the U.S. Department of Education that sought to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools and universities nationwide. U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher ruled that the
Government aims to address crime in the U.S. capital This week, the federal government began deploying National Guard troops and hundreds of federal agents across Washington D.C. as part of a security reinforcement plan. The administration has also taken control of the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department. The move has divided
Enforcement of existing laws to relocate unhoused residents Federal and local authorities in Washington D.C. have increased enforcement of laws aimed at removing homeless individuals from public spaces. According to the White House, people will be offered temporary shelter, mental health services, and addiction treatment programs. However, those who refuse
Action aims to enhance security and address homelessness issues President Donald Trump announced that National Guard troops will be deployed in Washington, D.C., and that the federal government will assume control of the city’s Metropolitan Police Department. According to the president, the move is intended to address public safety concerns
Federal court pauses development while environmental lawsuit proceeds A federal court in Florida has issued a temporary order stopping construction work at an immigration detention center located in the Everglades, pending the outcome of a lawsuit filed by environmental organizations and the Miccosukee Tribe. Reasons for the order The ruling
Initiative aims to reduce visa overstays and strengthen compliance The U.S. State Department has proposed a 12-month pilot program that may require some applicants for business and tourist visas to post a bond of up to $15,000 as a condition for entering the country. Who would be affected by the
Legal challenge emerges over expanded collection of sensitive information from food assistance applicants A coalition of 21 U.S. states and Washington, D.C. has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in response to a federal directive requiring states to hand over detailed personal data of Supplemental Nutrition
The United States is moving quickly to deepen its relationship with Colombia’s new government, pledging a $1 billion security package as President Abelardo de la Espriella takes office and signals a sharp break from the policies of his predecessor, Gustavo Petro. The announcement places security, organized crime and migration at
BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Abelardo de la Espriella has taken office as Colombia’s new president, promising a tougher approach to security and the fight against drug trafficking organizations operating across the country. The new president, who has been described as an ally of the Donald Trump administration, has outlined an aggressive security strategy
American Airlines is changing one of the long-standing benefits enjoyed by its most loyal travelers, reducing the number of complimentary business class upgrades available on several high-demand domestic routes. Beginning later this month, elite members flying on select transcontinental and Hawaii services will generally receive complimentary upgrades to Premium Economy