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Cruz introduces bill to increase penalties for those who target law enforcement

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

Republicans, led by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced a bill to increase penalties for those who target law enforcement officers. He did so after Texas lost the... Read More.

IL legislator: Duckworth ‘shameful’ for behavior during Hegseth hearing

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

An Illinois legislator called U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s behavior during the Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday “embarrassing.” ... Read More.

NCAA athletes seeking womens sports for women only

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

As states have and Congress now moves to protect women’s sports, Wednesday’s second day of the NCAA Convention in Nashville will include a demonstration hosted by the Independent... Read More.

Forward Party looks ahead after 2024 election lessons learned

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

As Democrats and Republicans analyze their wins and losses after the November election, one alternative party believes their long-term strategy is beginning to pay off. ... Read More.

Biden says farewell to America in new letter

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

President Joe Biden released a farewell letter to the nation Wednesday as he finishes the final days of his presidency. ... Read More.

Report finds TANF funds used beyond cash assistance

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

A new report from a congressional watchdog details shifting priorities in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, including decreased cash aid and oversight challenges. ... Read More.

Judge postpones DEA hearing on proposed rescheduling of marijuana

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

A last-minute Biden administration effort to loosen restrictions on marijuana by rescheduling, or reclassifying it, as a less dangerous drug has come up short. ... Read More.

House passes bill to ban males from female sports

Wednesday, January 15 by The Center Square

Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday to ban biological male athletes from participating in women's sports with support from a few Democrats. ... Read More.

Newsom expands special Trump-proofing session to include wildfire relief proposal

Tuesday, January 14 by The Center Square

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing a $2.5 billion wildfire response and recovery package in the ongoing special session of the Legislature dedicated to "Trump-proofing" California. Newsom... Read More.