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Newsom’s $40 billion fire aid request masks weak CA finances, primes NGO windfall

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s $40 billion fire aid request to Congress masks pre-fire budget woes and primes billions for nongovernmental organizations — largely government-funded groups providing government-type services. ... Read More.

WATCH: Illinois State Board of Education not complying with Trump’s DEI orders

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

As officials with the Illinois State Board of Education propose their budget request, they say they are not complying with President Donald Trump’s order to end diversity, equity... Read More.

Birthright citizenship ban debated in Congress

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

The legality of President Donald Trump’s ban on automatic birthright citizenship hinges on a single phrase in the 14th amendment, and lawmakers are divided on its correct interpretation. ... Read More.

WATCH: White House praises DOGE for government efficiency

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised the success of the DOGE initiative during a recent press briefing, pointing to its role in improving U.S. government efficiency. ... Read More.

Questions swirl around Musk’s role at DOGE

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

The White House continues to face questions about billionaire and DOGE leader Elon Musk’s role and actions in the federal government. ... Read More.

VA cuts 1,400 probationary employees, but most positions exempt

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

The Department of Veteran Affairs announced Tuesday that it dismissed more than 1,400 probationary employees in non-mission critical positions. ... Read More.

New bill would address Syrian terrorism threats

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

A new bill has been filed to enhance counterterrorism measures to respond to terrorism threats posed by Syria as a House committee report highlights Islamic jihad threats have... Read More.

Judge blocks Trumps plan to freeze federal aid

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked President Donald Trump's plan to freeze federal aid while reviewing the spending to make sure it complies with his vision for the... Read More.

Expansion of gun-free zones bill draws praise from supporters, fire from opponents

Tuesday, February 25 by The Center Square

Passions ran high at a Monday afternoon public hearing before the Senate Transportation Committee on a bill to expand gun-free zones in Washington state. ... Read More.