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RFK Jr.’s moves on animal testing spur Capitol Hill action

In his first two years on the job, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has become a polarizing figure on Capitol Hill, largely because of his vaccine skepticism and distrust of the status quo. But one of his quieter pushes — ending animal testing in medical research —…

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The Latest: US job market shows resilience with 172,000 jobs added last month

The American job market continues to show surprising strength, shrugging off the high costs of the Iran war

The Independent UK

Online liability shield still a lightning rod after 30 years

Senators on both sides of the aisle criticized liability protections for social media platforms at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing on Wednesday, but largely stopped short of supporting a full repeal as sought by some lawmakers. The hearing, billed as a review of Section 230 of a 1996 communications law…

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The Latest: Trump wants ‘honest’ investigation into ‘very sad’ killing of Minneapolis protester

President Donald Trump says a “big investigation” is underway into the killing of protester and ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis

The Independent UK

Democrats warm to making ICE funding a line in the sand: ‘Operating outside the law’

ANALYSIS: As the government runs out of money at the end of the month, Democrats look at reining in ICE through its pocketbook, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

The Latest: Federal offices reopen as the government shutdown ends

President Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks

The Independent UK

The hero nurses who dodged bullets and saved lives in WWII — and the race against time to finally recognize their bravery

Held as prisoners of war, some women endured starvation rations and disease but continued to work until their liberation three years later

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Senate approves funding deal to end longest US government shutdown

Bill, which passed 60-40 but does not include key health concession demanded by Democrats, now heads to House

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Senators have outline for drug price program, but vote is elusive - Roll Call

Discount drug program requires drug companies to sell deeply discounted drugs to hospitals that serve high numbers of low-income patients.

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Trump says he’d be glad to talk to Schumer and Democrats — but only after they agree to key shutdown demand

‘He owns this shutdown,’ one Democrat says.

The Independent UK

Budget maneuvers expected to reduce NIH funding opportunities - Roll Call

NIH will be able to fund fewer research grants in fiscal 2026, even if Congress provides more funding, due to administration budget maneuvers.

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Are prices up or down? Parsing misleading claims by Trump and Democrats - Roll Call

The success or failure of Trump’s economic policies on prices, including his tariff policy, are yet to be determined.

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Bernie Sanders puts Senate Democrats on notice over Gaza – and on the record with vote to block arms to Israel

NEWS ANALYSIS: Sanders says ‘the American people are sick and tired of supporting a racist extremist government in Israel.’ The democratic socialist is trying to move Democrats to match voter sentiment, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

Security concerns shake Congress in the wake of Minnesota slayings - Roll Call

As law enforcement grapples with rising threats against members of Congress, it’s reignited lingering questions about safety at and away from the Capitol.

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Democrats say an emphatic ‘No!’ to taking Elon Musk’s money in the future

Tesla billionaire may or may not be on the outs with Trump but Democrats are not buying in

Latin Times

Hegseth Ridiculed for Failing to Name the Part of the Constitution Allowing Trump to Deploy Marines for LA Protests: 'He Knows Nothing'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is being ridiculed by social media users after failing to cite the provision of the Constitution which provides a Presidential administration with the authority to deploy active duty Marines to state neighborhoods.

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TRIO cuts emerge as Education budget sticking point - Roll Call

Senators from both parties challenged Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Tuesday about proposed cuts to college student aid programs.

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Senate appropriators grill Kennedy on biomedical research - Roll Call

Senators spar with Kennedy on cuts to biomedical research, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

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The Independent UK

The first major referendum on Trump and Musk comes this week

Analysis: Elon Musk and Democrats both have their eyes on Florida’s congressional race and Wisconsin’s supreme court, writes Eric Garcia

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401(k) Spousal Consent: Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation

The Women's Retirement Protection Act (WRPA) would prevent spouses from raiding their partners' 401(k) accounts.

The Guardian - US

Alzheimer’s research centers face Trump-imposed $65m funding delay across the US

Researchers report difficulties retaining staff as White House cost-cutting stresses US medical research system

Salon

Dems rip McMahon in Senate hearing

The ex-WWE exec faced a grilling on a lawsuit alleging the organization overlooked rampant child sexual abuse

Latin Times

Democrat Grills Trump Education Nominee Linda McMahon About WWE Lawsuit Alleging She Allowed 'Systemic and Pervasive Abuse of Underage Children'

Senator Tammy Baldwin grilled Trump's education nominee, Linda McMahon, during her confirmation hearing over a lawsuit alleging she allowed systemic child abuse at WWE.

Fortune

Trump looks to end a controversial tax loophole that has enriched Wall Street's wealthiest for years

Success in closing the carried-interest loophole is anything but guaranteed.

The Independent UK

Defense bill clears Congress – with ban on gender care for minors buried inside it

Senate passes National Defense Authorization Act, which includes clause blocking healthcare for trans children of American soldiers buried amongst its more positive provisions including pay rises and military investment

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