National

Report: Here are the best worst and worst states for educational freedom

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

A new report from a nonprofit organization that ranks states by educational freedom found large differences between them based on their efforts to improve the school choices... Read More.

Trump directive will keep promise made to Lumbee Tribe

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Full federal recognition for the Lumbees, the largest tribe east of the Mississippi River, is on the way from second-term Republican President Donald Trump. ... Read More.

Congressman introduces bill to exclude illegal immigrants from Medicaid

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Congressman Kevin Kiley, R-California, has introduced a bill that would prevent states such as California from allowing illegal immigrants to enroll in Medicaid. Kiley estimates this would save... Read More.

WATCH: Rep. Mann raises the alarm about the national debt

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Kansas U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann addressed the soaring national debt in a recent committee hearing, in which he emphasized the severity of the situation and how it is... Read More.

Former ambassador to the Middle East shares his hope for peace

Thursday, January 23 by The Center Square

Retired Ambassador Ryan Crocker, a career diplomat, spoke to a hometown audience on Monday evening at a regular meeting of the Republicans of Spokane County. ... Read More.

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.