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Republicans Unveil Proposed Congressional Map That Would Eliminate Tennessee's Only Democratic District
The proposal would split the Memphis metro area into three separate districts represented entirely by Republicans ahead of the state's August primary.
Food Stamp Work Rules Don't Increase Employment, Researchers Say
Multiple peer-reviewed studies find no significant employment gains from stricter SNAP requirements, though policy debates continue.
Trump DOJ Releases 200-Page Report on Biden Administration Religious Liberty Policies
The report details alleged anti-Christian bias in federal enforcement, though critics question its methodology and political timing.
CNN Founder Ted Turner, a Brash and Outspoken Television Pioneer, Dies at Age 87
The Atlanta media mogul transformed news with CNN in 1980, built a global conglomerate from his father's billboard company, and donated $1 billion to United Nations charities.
DOJ Report Finds Anti-Christian Bias in Federal Government During Biden Administration
The 200-plus-page report documents specific instances where federal agencies allegedly discriminated against Christians, drawing criticism from conservatives while prompting debate about religious liberty protections.
Obama Says President Shouldn't Have 'Side Hustles' While in Office, Drawing Contrast With Trump
The former president's comments during his final appearance on The Late Show touched on ethical standards for the presidency and raised concerns about politicizing the Justice Department.
EEOC Sues New York Times Over Alleged Discrimination Against White Male Employee in Promotion Case
The federal civil rights agency claims diversity goals influenced the newspaper to pass over a qualified candidate for deputy real estate editor in favor of a less experienced woman.
JD Vance Ramps Up 'Dynamite' Fraud Crackdown After Investigation Exposes Medicaid, SNAP Abuse
The VP says his task force discovers new fraud weekly, pointing to Ohio's $1 billion Medicaid home care spending and USDA findings of 186,000 dead people on food assistance.
Justice Department Seeks Names of Fulton County Election Workers From 2020
Fulton County lawyers filed a motion Monday to quash the grand jury subpoena, arguing it is meant to target and harass election workers.
Grand Jury Issues Four-Count Indictment Against Man Accused in Trump Assassination Attempt
Cole Tomas Allen faces life in prison if convicted on charges including attempted assassination of the president and assaulting a Secret Service agent.