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Trump’s name added to Kennedy Center exterior, one day after vote to rename

Relatives of the late President John F Kennedy slammed the centre's board, saying the name cannot be changed under law.

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Trump talks Greene feud in NC speech: 'What the hell happened to her?'

President Trump on Friday attacked former ally Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) and claimed she became a "stone cold liberal," asking supporters at a rally, "What the hell happened?" Trump revived the feud by calling her "Marjorie Traitor Brown," which he said was "because green turns to brown un…

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Trump’s EPA Focus: Delay, Rescind, Dismantle Environmental and Health Protections

Over the past year, environmental experts who have dedicated their lives to public service have watched the partisan, unilateral destruction of the agency they once helped run. “What’s happening at the EPA right now is not business as usual,” said Marc Boom, senior director of public affairs for the…

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Five key takeaways from US Secretary of State Rubio’s year-end briefing

Top US diplomat Marco Rubio reiterates US hard line against Venezuela's Marduro, says Ukraine conflict is 'not our war'.

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Preacher tells Pentagon's Christmas service: 'God also hates'

The Rev. Franklin Graham on Wednesday told U.S. service members and Pentagon employees during a Christmas service that "God loves" but also that "God also hates." Graham, whose father Billy Graham served as the faith leader for several presidents, recited the Bible verse John 3:16, which states that…

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Trump to summon insurance execs to demand premium cuts

President Trump said Friday he plans to hold a meeting with major insurance companies in the coming days in a bid to pressure them to lower prices for consumers who are set to see premium costs soar when ObamaCare’s enhanced subsidies expire at the end of the year. “I'm going to call in the insuran…

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Trump announces new deal with pharma companies to cut drug prices

So far 14 of the 17 of largest pharmaceutical companies have agreed to lower drug prices in the US.

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Wisconsin GOP lawmakers want convicted judge impeached if she doesn't resign

Wisconsin Republicans on Friday urged embattled judge Hannah Dugan to immediately resign or face impeachment proceedings after she was convicted of obstruction for helping an immigrant dodge federal authorities who planned to arrest him. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Assembly Majority Leader Tyler …

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UVa board defies Spanberger in naming new president

The University of Virginia's (UVa) board on Friday announced that Darden School of Business dean Scott C. Beardsley will serve as the university's next president, defying Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger's request to choose a new president after she is sworn in. The board unanimously voted for…

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Watch live: President Trump gives remarks on economy from North Carolina

President Trump will hit the next stop in his tour to tout his economic agenda on Friday evening: North Carolina. Trump has rated the economy under his second term an "A plus plus..." in recent weeks, arguing that affordability concerns and inflation were inherited from former President Biden and ar…

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Massie says DOJ’s Epstein release ‘grossly fails’ to meet legal obligations

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), a leading sponsor of the law requiring the Trump administration to release the full Jeffrey Epstein files, said Friday that the Justice Department is “grossly” violating its legal obligations. In a social media post, Massie said U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and her ch…

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Kennedy Centre adds Trump’s name to building one day after board vote

The new lettering on the “living memorial” to JFK marks the latest effort by the administration and its allies to remake the capital in Trump’s image.

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Erika Kirk endorses JD Vance for president in 2028

Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has endorsed Vice President JD Vance for president in 2028. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins to discuss.

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Congress’ healthcare fight carries big consequences

Millions of Americans will see healthcare costs skyrocket if Congress doesn’t act. Will they?

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The Trump administration says it will 'review' the nation's wildlife refuges

The Trump administration said this week that it plans to “review” the nation’s wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries. The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) posted a directive on its website this week in which agency director Brian Nesvik ordered the review. It said that officials should “look for refug…

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Rubio Meets (and Meets, and Meets … ) the Press

The secretary of state held a marathon news conference, offering little news but more respect for reporters than most others in the Trump administration.

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Hochul Reaches Deal on A.I. Regulation in New York

The bill, which lawmakers passed in June, will be modified to more closely match a similar law in California, at Big Tech’s urging.

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White House rolls out largest group of drug pricing agreements yet

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Nine more drug companies cut deals with White House Nine pharmaceutical companies said they have cut “most favored nation” pricing deals with the White House, the largest group the administration has announced to…

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Khanna questions redactions and ‘quality’ of DOJ’s early Epstein disclosures

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), the lead author of the law requiring the Justice Department to release the full files on Jeffrey Epstein, is sounding early alarms about the agency’s initial disclosures. In a Zoom call with reporters on Friday afternoon, Khanna questioned the “quality” of the information;…

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Hochul Expected to Veto Bill Requiring 2-Person Crews on Subway Trains

The bill, which would ensure that every train has a conductor and a driver, as most now do, was supported by the transit workers’ union and opposed by many transit advocates.