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Blinken will make a case for post-war reconstruction and governance of Gaza
Read full article: Blinken will make a case for post-war reconstruction and governance of GazaSecretary of State Antony Blinken is set to make a last-minute case for a plan for the post-war reconstruction and governance of Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appears tantalizingly close to completion.
World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inauguration
Read full article: World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inaugurationThe World Economic Forum’s president says U.S. President Donald Trump will take part virtually in the annual meeting in Davos just days after his inauguration.
The Latest: Pete Hegseth delivers opening remarks in his defense secretary confirmation hearing
Read full article: The Latest: Pete Hegseth delivers opening remarks in his defense secretary confirmation hearingDonald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth.
Biden signs executive order aimed at growing AI infrastructure in the US
Read full article: Biden signs executive order aimed at growing AI infrastructure in the USPresident Joe Biden has signed an ambitious executive order on artificial intelligence that seeks to ensure the infrastructure needed for advanced AI operations like data centers can be built quickly and at scale in the United States.
Live updates: Texas lawmakers expected to elect a House speaker as 2025 session opens
Read full article: Live updates: Texas lawmakers expected to elect a House speaker as 2025 session opensA new, 140-day legislative session begins at noon. A contentious race to lead the Legislature’s lower chamber is expected to be decided.
The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.
Read full article: The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.
An American tradition: Defeated candidates attending the president-elect's inauguration
Read full article: An American tradition: Defeated candidates attending the president-elect's inaugurationIn January 1981, Jimmy Carter nodded politely toward Ronald Reagan at the Republican's inauguration.
What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal past
Read full article: What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal pastDefense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth will publicly face senators on Tuesday for the first time after weeks of privately pushing back on criticism over his qualifications and personal past.
Pete Hegseth vows to bring 'warrior culture' if confirmed as Trump's defense secretary pick
Read full article: Pete Hegseth vows to bring 'warrior culture' if confirmed as Trump's defense secretary pickPete Hegseth vows to bring ‘warrior culture’ if confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary pick.
Prosecutor who investigated Hunter Biden defends probes, denounces president's remarks in new report
Read full article: Prosecutor who investigated Hunter Biden defends probes, denounces president's remarks in new reportThe special counsel who brought criminal charges against Hunter Biden says the probes were “the culmination of thorough, impartial investigations, not partisan politics.”.
When is a business to blame for over-serving? Texas Supreme Court weighs the line in drunk driving case
Read full article: When is a business to blame for over-serving? Texas Supreme Court weighs the line in drunk driving caseThe court’s ruling could boost a state law that allows drunk driving victims to sue businesses that over-serve alcohol to intoxicated individuals.
Texas Supreme Court to decide legal battle over El Paso migrant shelter’s future
Read full article: Texas Supreme Court to decide legal battle over El Paso migrant shelter’s futureJustices on Monday heard arguments from Annunciation House, which is fighting to stay open, and the Texas Attorney General’s office, which claims the shelter’s work with migrants violates state law.
Carrie Underwood, Village People to perform at Trump's inauguration events
Read full article: Carrie Underwood, Village People to perform at Trump's inauguration eventsCountry music star Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” at Donald Trump’s inauguration next week and the 1970s hitmakers Village People will perform at two inaugural events.
Trump flies US flag at full height before end of 30-day mourning period following Carter's death
Read full article: Trump flies US flag at full height before end of 30-day mourning period following Carter's deathU.S. flags at President-elect Donald Trump's private Mar-a-Lago club are back to flying at full height.
Special counsel report says Trump would've been convicted for Jan. 6 'unprecedented criminal effort'
Read full article: Special counsel report says Trump would've been convicted for Jan. 6 'unprecedented criminal effort'Special counsel Jack Smith says in a report his team “stood up for the rule of law” as it investigated President-elect Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump's immigration policies
Read full article: DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump's immigration policiesFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling state lawmakers into a special session to help carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s promises for a swift crackdown on immigration.
A new rival bid for US Steel is emerging as the US extends deadline on Nippon's bid blocked by Biden
Read full article: A new rival bid for US Steel is emerging as the US extends deadline on Nippon's bid blocked by BidenThe bid by Japan’s Nippon Steel to buy U.S. Steel may have a new lease on life, even as the potential for a new bid for the storied Pittsburgh steelmaker began to emerge Monday.
Supreme Court upholds a North Dakota state House district on an American Indian reservation
Read full article: Supreme Court upholds a North Dakota state House district on an American Indian reservationThe Supreme Court has upheld a North Dakota state House district on an American Indian reservation, rejecting a challenge by local Republican officials.
Supreme Court rejects Utah's push to wrest control of public land from the federal government
Read full article: Supreme Court rejects Utah's push to wrest control of public land from the federal governmentThe Supreme Court is turning back a push by Utah to wrest control of vast areas of public land from the federal government.
Supreme Court declines to hear from oil and gas companies trying to block climate change lawsuits
Read full article: Supreme Court declines to hear from oil and gas companies trying to block climate change lawsuitsThe Supreme Court is declining to hear an appeal from oil and gas companies trying to block lawsuits seeking to hold the industry liable for billions of dollars in damage linked to climate change.
Hegseth's views on women in combat, infidelity and more — in his own words
Read full article: Hegseth's views on women in combat, infidelity and more — in his own wordsPete Hegseth will try to convince members of the Senate Armed Services Committee he should be the next secretary of defense.
Hegseth could lead troops who'd face getting fired for actions he's done in the past
Read full article: Hegseth could lead troops who'd face getting fired for actions he's done in the pastSome current and former defense leaders and veterans are questioning whether Pete Hegseth would be able to enforce discipline in the ranks if the Senate confirms him as President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary.
Biden's administration proposes new rules on exporting AI chips, provoking an industry pushback
Read full article: Biden's administration proposes new rules on exporting AI chips, provoking an industry pushbackThe Biden administration is proposing a new framework for the exporting of the advanced computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence, an attempt to balance national security concerns about the technology with the economic interests of producers and other countries.
Trump team is questioning civil servants at National Security Council about commitment to his agenda
Read full article: Trump team is questioning civil servants at National Security Council about commitment to his agendaIncoming senior Trump officials have begun questioning career civil servants serving on the White House National Security Council about who they voted for, their political contributions in the 2024 election and whether they've made social media posts that could be considered incriminating by the Trump team.
Texas Legislature 101: How bills become laws — and how you can participate in the process
Read full article: Texas Legislature 101: How bills become laws — and how you can participate in the processHere’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, the ways lawmakers operate and who the power players are.
Mexican cattle banned from Texas due to screwworm threat
Read full article: Mexican cattle banned from Texas due to screwworm threatSince cattle imports were cut off in November, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and some ranchers worry about the ban’s economic impact on beef producers and consumers.
Biden says he's leaving Trump with a 'strong hand to play' in world conflicts
Read full article: Biden says he's leaving Trump with a 'strong hand to play' in world conflictsAs President Joe Biden prepares to leave office next week, he's insistent that his one-term presidency has made strides in restoring American credibility on the world stage and has proved that the U.S. remains an indispensable partner around the globe.
Arizona's Democratic governor faces uphill battle as Republicans control Legislature
Read full article: Arizona's Democratic governor faces uphill battle as Republicans control LegislatureArizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs knows she is outnumbered this legislative session as Republicans expanded their statehouse majorities in the last election.