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CFPB Caps Overdraft Fees at $5, Saving Consumers Billions Annually
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced on Thursday the finalization of a rule designed to limit excessive overdraft fees charged by banks and credit unions. The measure, expected to save consumers an estimated $5 billion annually, represents one of the Biden administration's most significant efforts to address "junk fees" in the financial sector. 
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced on Thursday the finalization of a rule designed to limit excessive overdraft fees charged by banks and credit unions. The measure, expected to save consumers an estimated $5 billion annually, represents one of the Biden administration's most significant efforts to address "junk fees" in the financial sector. -
DOJ Urges Court to Deny TikTok's Plea Against Looming Ban Deadline
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has urged a U.S. appeals court to deny TikTok's emergency request to block a looming law that could force the app's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban. The law, set to take effect on January 19, 2025, has sparked fierce legal battles and political debate over national security and free speech. 
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has urged a U.S. appeals court to deny TikTok's emergency request to block a looming law that could force the app's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban. The law, set to take effect on January 19, 2025, has sparked fierce legal battles and political debate over national security and free speech. -
Senate Republicans Block PRESS Act as Trump and Cotton Decry Media Protections
Senate Republicans on Tuesday blocked a bipartisan bill designed to provide journalists with greater protections against government intrusion. The Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act) failed to advance following an objection from Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), who argued it posed a risk to national security. 
Senate Republicans on Tuesday blocked a bipartisan bill designed to provide journalists with greater protections against government intrusion. The Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act) failed to advance following an objection from Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), who argued it posed a risk to national security. -
FBI Scrambles to Solve Drone Mystery as Unidentified Devices Alarm New York and New Jersey Residents
The mysterious drone sightings that have puzzled residents across New Jersey and New York are now under heightened federal scrutiny, with the FBI urging public cooperation as the investigation intensifies. The sightings, which began in November, have spread from New Jersey to Brooklyn's Bay Ridge neighborhood, alarming residents and prompting demands for transparency from local and federal authorities. 
The mysterious drone sightings that have puzzled residents across New Jersey and New York are now under heightened federal scrutiny, with the FBI urging public cooperation as the investigation intensifies. The sightings, which began in November, have spread from New Jersey to Brooklyn's Bay Ridge neighborhood, alarming residents and prompting demands for transparency from local and federal authorities. -
Trump Mocks Trudeau as 'Governor of the Great State of Canada' Amid Tariff Dispute
President-elect Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, mockingly referring to him as the "governor" of the "Great State of Canada" in a late-night post on Truth Social. The remark follows a series of tariff threats from Trump, as well as his recent suggestion that Canada could join the United States as the 51st state. 
President-elect Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, mockingly referring to him as the "governor" of the "Great State of Canada" in a late-night post on Truth Social. The remark follows a series of tariff threats from Trump, as well as his recent suggestion that Canada could join the United States as the 51st state. -
Trump’s Border Czar Issues Warning to Sanctuary Cities Over Immigration Policy: Cooperate or Face Consequences
President-elect Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, issued a stern warning to sanctuary cities opposed to the incoming administration's intensified immigration policies. During an appearance on Fox News Sunday Morning Futures, Homan emphasized that sanctuary cities must allow federal agents access to jails or face heightened enforcement in their communities. 
President-elect Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, issued a stern warning to sanctuary cities opposed to the incoming administration's intensified immigration policies. During an appearance on Fox News Sunday Morning Futures, Homan emphasized that sanctuary cities must allow federal agents access to jails or face heightened enforcement in their communities. -
‘Who Gives a F---?’: Melania Trump’s Past Christmas Frustration Transforms Into New Vision for the White House
As Melania Trump prepares for another term as first lady, friends, political contacts, and members of Palm Beach society say she will resume the traditional role of transforming the White House into a holiday showplace-albeit on her own terms. Despite past comments expressing discontent with the seasonal duties, those who know her anticipate that she will embrace the task, delivering what one former ambassador calls a "magical" setting. 
As Melania Trump prepares for another term as first lady, friends, political contacts, and members of Palm Beach society say she will resume the traditional role of transforming the White House into a holiday showplace-albeit on her own terms. Despite past comments expressing discontent with the seasonal duties, those who know her anticipate that she will embrace the task, delivering what one former ambassador calls a "magical" setting. -
Nearly 100 National Security Veterans Urge Deeper Review of Gabbard’s Background
Nearly one hundred former national security officials are urging the U.S. Senate to conduct closed-door hearings on President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence (DNI), former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard. In a letter addressed to incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R., S.D.) and current Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D., N.Y.), the signatories expressed alarm over Gabbard's track record and foreign-policy views, arguing that lawmakers should carefully evaluate classified materials on her background before any confirmation vote. 
Nearly one hundred former national security officials are urging the U.S. Senate to conduct closed-door hearings on President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence (DNI), former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard. In a letter addressed to incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R., S.D.) and current Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D., N.Y.), the signatories expressed alarm over Gabbard's track record and foreign-policy views, arguing that lawmakers should carefully evaluate classified materials on her background before any confirmation vote. -
With Key Senators Uncertain, Trump Rallies Support for Embattled Pentagon Pick Pete Hegseth
President-elect Donald Trump on Friday offered an emphatic public defense of his embattled nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, after weeks of silence had fueled speculation that the White House might reconsider the choice. Trump's show of support, posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, came as the nomination faced growing uncertainty on Capitol Hill amid allegations of sexual misconduct, heavy drinking, and financial improprieties that have left key Republican senators wavering. 
President-elect Donald Trump on Friday offered an emphatic public defense of his embattled nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, after weeks of silence had fueled speculation that the White House might reconsider the choice. Trump's show of support, posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, came as the nomination faced growing uncertainty on Capitol Hill amid allegations of sexual misconduct, heavy drinking, and financial improprieties that have left key Republican senators wavering. -
Federal Judge Slams President Biden’s Explanation for Son Hunter’s Pardon, Accuses Him of Attempting to 'Rewrite History'
A federal judge who oversaw a tax fraud case against Hunter Biden sharply criticized President Joe Biden's explanation for granting a full and unconditional pardon to his son, saying the White House's official statements appeared to mischaracterize the facts and legal conclusions reached by the courts. In a blistering five-page letter, U.S. District Judge Mark C. Scarsi took the president to task, arguing that while the Constitution grants the executive broad pardon powers, it does not "give the President the authority to rewrite history." 
A federal judge who oversaw a tax fraud case against Hunter Biden sharply criticized President Joe Biden's explanation for granting a full and unconditional pardon to his son, saying the White House's official statements appeared to mischaracterize the facts and legal conclusions reached by the courts. In a blistering five-page letter, U.S. District Judge Mark C. Scarsi took the president to task, arguing that while the Constitution grants the executive broad pardon powers, it does not "give the President the authority to rewrite history."
