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RFK Jr.'s Lawyer's Controversial Push to Revoke Polio Vaccine Approval Sparks Outrage Amid Cabinet Consideration
A petition filed by a lawyer affiliated with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, is drawing intense scrutiny for its attempt to revoke FDA approval of the polio vaccine. The move, initiated by attorney Aaron Siri on behalf of the Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN), raises questions about Kennedy's stance on vaccine policies as he prepares for Senate confirmation hearings. 
A petition filed by a lawyer affiliated with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, is drawing intense scrutiny for its attempt to revoke FDA approval of the polio vaccine. The move, initiated by attorney Aaron Siri on behalf of the Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN), raises questions about Kennedy's stance on vaccine policies as he prepares for Senate confirmation hearings. -
Trump Calls North Korea’s Role in Russia’s War a ‘Complicating Factor,’ Highlights Relationship with Kim Jong Un
Former President Donald Trump, in an interview with Time magazine, described North Korea's reported involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine as a "very complicating factor," while emphasizing his personal relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Trump, recently named the publication's "Person of the Year" for the second time, spoke about the geopolitical implications of Pyongyang's actions and reflected on his unique diplomatic engagement with Kim during his presidency. 
Former President Donald Trump, in an interview with Time magazine, described North Korea's reported involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine as a "very complicating factor," while emphasizing his personal relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Trump, recently named the publication's "Person of the Year" for the second time, spoke about the geopolitical implications of Pyongyang's actions and reflected on his unique diplomatic engagement with Kim during his presidency. -
Bipartisan Pressure Mounts Over Mystery Drones in New Jersey
Unexplained drone sightings across New Jersey and neighboring states have ignited growing concern among residents and lawmakers, prompting bipartisan calls for greater transparency from federal agencies. Reports of mysterious aerial vehicles, some described as car-sized, have left communities unsettled while federal investigators struggle to provide definitive answers about their origins. 
Unexplained drone sightings across New Jersey and neighboring states have ignited growing concern among residents and lawmakers, prompting bipartisan calls for greater transparency from federal agencies. Reports of mysterious aerial vehicles, some described as car-sized, have left communities unsettled while federal investigators struggle to provide definitive answers about their origins. -
Putin Left Off Guest List as Trump Extends Inauguration Invite to Xi Jinping
Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, has not received an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump's January 20 inauguration, according to statements from the Kremlin. Dmitry Peskov, Putin's spokesperson, confirmed on Thursday that Trump "didn't send an invitation" to the Russian leader, as reported by Russian news agency TASS. 
Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, has not received an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump's January 20 inauguration, according to statements from the Kremlin. Dmitry Peskov, Putin's spokesperson, confirmed on Thursday that Trump "didn't send an invitation" to the Russian leader, as reported by Russian news agency TASS. -
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.
