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Veterans Affairs exempt from Trumps federal hiring freeze

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

President Donald Trump hit the government with a federal hiring freeze on his first day in office, but it won't stop hiring at the Department of Veterans Affairs. ... Read More.

WATCH: Rep. Roy says legal immigration opportunities are plentiful

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, said many opportunities are available to allow for legal immigration into the United States. ... Read More.

Democrats revolt against Republican proposals to change Medicare, tax deductions

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Democratic lawmakers are blasting Republicans for considering cuts to some federal programs in order to finance President Donald Trump’s campaign promises, such as renewing the 2017 Tax Cuts... Read More.

Judge blocks Trumps birthright citizenship executive order

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's recent executive order ending birthright citizenship for the children of illegal immigrants. ... Read More.

New report calls for improved oversight of meat and poultry

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

A new watchdog report highlights issues with the Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service regarding meat and poultry safety. ... Read More.

Trump slams Bank of America boss for refusing conservative business

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

President Donald Trump confronted Bank of America boss Brian Moynihan in front of the entire world Thursday for not providing banking services to conservatives. ... Read More.

Republicans introduce bill to ban taxpayer money from funding abortions

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Republicans in the House and Senate reintroduced a bill to ban taxpayer money from funding abortions. ... Read More.

Louisiana receives $5.2M in federal grants for English language programs

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

One week prior to end of President Joe Biden's administration, the U.S. Department of Education awarded Louisiana a total of $5.2 million in grants under Title III, aimed... Read More.

Trump tells world to make products in America or pay tariffs

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

President Donald Trump told world and business leaders Thursday to make products in America or prepare to pay tariffs. ... Read More.

Congressman wants to stop small business reporting requirements

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

A southwest Ohio Republican congressman is wasting no time in trying to take advantage of his party's majorities in Congress and President Donald Trump in the White House. ... Read More.