National

Trump cabinet floats out possible debt ceiling increase

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is scrambling to concoct a new stopgap plan with members of President-elect Donald Trump’s team with a looming government shutdown deadline on Friday. ... Read More.

VA announces grants, initiatives to combat veteran homelessness

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced three steps to help reduce veteran homelessness nationwide and to assist veteran families. ... Read More.

Michigan senator successfully pushes bill to continue national CDL system

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

Michigan Democratic U.S. Senator Gary Peters pushed legislation that will support an updated Commercial Driver’s License Information System. ... Read More.

Home sales climb 4.8% in November

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

Existing-home sales increased in November, according to the National Association of Realtors. Total... Read More.

Funding battle tests Johnson’s speakership

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., suffered a public defeat this week, raising questions about how, and if, he will govern as Speaker of the House with... Read More.

Trump attorney: Willis decision ends politically motivated persecution

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

The decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from an election interference case involving President-elect Donald Trump "puts an end... Read More.

STRIKE: Amazon workers launch historic strike just before Christmas

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

The Teamsters Union announced an Amazon workers strike beginning at 6 a.m. Thursday as Amazon is in overdrive in shipping and delivery for Christmas. ... Read More.

Defense bill includes pay raises for U.S. service members

Thursday, December 19 by The Center Square

Congress passed an $895 billion Defense authorization bill that includes a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted troops and a 4.5% increase for all other service members. ... Read More.