Lawmakers

Soros-backed DA sparks backlash after blaming Old Dominion shooting on pro-gun lawmakers: ‘F— right off’

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The George Soros-backed district attorney in Norfolk, Virginia, where Thursday’s mass shooting at Old Dominion University took place, doubled down on his viral comments, saying community members looking to place blame on the shooting should direct it towards pro-gun lawmakers and judges. Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi was … Read more

An iconic Oregon waterfall was put up for sale on Redfin. Lawmakers approved the money to buy it

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The state of Oregon may soon have some new public property: A spectacular waterfall, beloved by generations, that was recently put up for sale on Redfin. Abiqua Falls — known for its 92-foot (28-meter) vertical drop over a columnar basalt cliff — has been privately owned for over a century but open to the public. … Read more

First week of Iran war cost U.S. over $11 billion, military told lawmakers

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The first week of the U.S.’ war with Iran cost around $11.3 billion, military officials told members of Congress in a briefing this week, according to sources familiar with the meeting. That figure is a low-end estimate and does not include the build-up costs of moving assets into place ahead of the operation’s start on … Read more

State lawmakers rush to set rounding rules for when there are no pennies

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Months after the last of the United States’ 1-cent coins were pressed, some states are beginning to offer their own 2 cents on the penny problem by setting rounding guidance for cash purchases. President Donald Trump announced early last year an end to penny production, saying it was wasteful. It cost 3.7 cents to make … Read more

U.S. military is using AI to help plan Iran air attacks, sources say, as lawmakers call for oversight

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As the U.S. military expands its use of AI tools to pinpoint targets for airstrikes in Iran, members of Congress are calling for guardrails and greater oversight of the technology’s use in war. Two people with knowledge of the matter, who requested anonymity to discuss sensitive matters, confirmed the military is using AI systems from … Read more

Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax

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Former Starbucks chief executive Howard Schultz said in a LinkedIn post that he and his wife are moving from Seattle to Florida after more than four decades in the city, where he helped build the coffee chain into a global brand. His announcement comes as Washington state lawmakers advance a so-called millionaire tax that would levy a … Read more

Paraguay lawmakers approve a defense agreement that allows an increased US military presence

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ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay — Paraguay’s Chamber of Deputies on Tuesday approved a defense agreement allowing the temporary presence of U.S. military and civilian personnel inside its borders, widely seen as a victory for the Trump administration, which has sought to strengthen its presence in Latin America. The Status of Forces Agreement, or SOFA, was approved by … Read more

China-linked birth tourism under scrutiny as GOP lawmakers press Trump admin for answers

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: House Republicans are pressing the Trump administration for answers over whether China is exploiting U.S. birthright citizenship and visa programs in a U.S. territory to secure long-term influence inside the United States. In a letter sent Monday to outgoing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, … Read more

Combat-shaped lawmakers face new Mideast war

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WASHINGTON — As Congress responds to President Donald Trump’s attack on Iran, lawmakers who served on the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan are making their voices heard in a war debate that has taken on intensely personal meaning. Many admit mixed feelings, taking satisfaction in seeing vengeance taken on the leadership of an Iranian … Read more

Dem lawmaker’s illegal alien SOTU guest part of records dispute involving police reports: report

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., invited an illegal immigrant guest to this year’s State of the Union address who’s referenced in two police reports that Massachusetts authorities have declined to release, citing exemptions involving “sexual assault and juveniles,” according to a report. The Boston Herald reported that the … Read more