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Judge denies Trump administration's request to set aside California ballots·2 sources

Judge denies Trump administration's request to set aside California ballots

A federal judge ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to require California to segregate mail ballots from approximately 20,000 individuals the government claims are non-citizens. The judge stated that such action would violate constitutional principles and could disenfranchise lawful voters. (Sources include: CBS News)

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Pentagon estimates Iran war costs exceed $47 billion

Pentagon estimates Iran war costs exceed $47 billion

The Pentagon has reported that the cost of the Iran war has risen to approximately $47.1 billion, primarily due to expenses for replacing munitions and lost equipment. This figure has increased by about $3.5 billion since the last estimate in September. (Sources include: CBS News, The Washington Post, Fox News, The New York Times)

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Court Rejects Trump Administration's Challenge to California Mail Ballots

Court Rejects Trump Administration's Challenge to California Mail Ballots

A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to set aside 20,000 mail-in ballots in California, ruling that the state can continue to accept them. The court's decision reflects skepticism about the administration's claims regarding the ballots' legitimacy. (Sources include: The Hill, The New York Times)

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Bills you should know about

Substantive bills with broad relevance, real public attention, or meaningful movement in Congress.

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HR7567
Farm and food programs would be renewed through 2031

Federal farm policy affects food production, household food aid, and daily life in rural communities. This bill would set many of those rules through 2031. It could change how far…

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HR6644
Bill aims to speed homebuilding and expand housing finance options

Housing is hard to find and expensive in many places, and this bill tries to remove some delays and financing gaps that can slow new homes. It does not force cities to change zoni…

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S3623
Big card issuers would have to give stores more payment-routing choices

Credit card payments often depend on networks chosen before the customer ever pays. This bill would give stores more say in that process for many cards. It could affect fees, paym…

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S4211
People get new national data privacy rights, while many state rules are replaced
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HR8429
Baby food makers would face toxic-metal limits and regular testing
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HR6509
Bill would tighten safety rules for custom-made drugs

Compounded drugs can help patients who need a medicine made in a special way, but poor controls can create safety risks. This bill would limit routine copying of drugs already sol…

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S2296
Congress would set the 2026 defense plan, but not fund it yet

This bill matters because it shapes what the military can prepare for, buy, build, and research in 2026. It could affect daily life for troops and families, cleanup near contamina…

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HR1
Tax cuts stay, while safety-net, energy, border, and defense policies shift

The law could change both household taxes and access to federal help. Many taxpayers keep lower rates, and some workers gain new deductions. But some people who rely on health or…

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HR4327
No Tax on Home Sales Act

A floor vote is likely soon.

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HR9237
Take Care of America’s Veterans Act

A floor vote is likely soon.

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