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RedNote Censorship concerns emerge as TikTok users flock to Chinese app
RedNote Censorship concerns emerge as TikTok users flock to Chinese app
Some netizens are already probing the limits of Beijing's extensive censorship apparatus.
By Micah McCartney On 1/16/25 at 1:45 PM EST
How Donald Trump could change the legal system
How Donald Trump could change the legal system
Trump has vowed many times to put his political enemies on trial
By Sean O'Driscoll On 1/16/25 at 7:58 AM EST
Our New Government Must Stand Definitively Against Antisemitism | Opinion
Our New Government Must Stand Definitively Against Antisemitism | Opinion
The Biden administration and the 118th Congress—particularly the Senate—failed the American Jewish community.
By Mark Goldfeder On 1/16/25 at 7:11 AM EST
China will launch war this decade, Trump nominee says
China will launch war this decade, Trump nominee says
Sen. Marco Rubio suggested doubling down on Taiwan's defense is the only way to make Xi Jinping think twice about an invasion.
By Micah McCartney On 1/16/25 at 6:47 AM EST
Exclusive: Memo warns Trump will target millions of migrants on day one
Exclusive: Memo warns Trump will target millions of migrants on day one
The Immigration Hub is one of a number of organizations gearing up to fight hardline border policies under the new administration.
By Dan Gooding On 1/16/25 at 6:00 AM EST
Congress Must Change Copyright Law for AI | Opinion
Congress Must Change Copyright Law for AI | Opinion
We should recognize that allowing AI models to learn from human knowledge serves a crucial public good, one we're at risk of losing if Congress doesn't act.
By Nicholas Creel On 1/16/25 at 6:00 AM EST
Mike Johnson suddenly removes Republican from key position: Report
Mike Johnson suddenly removes Republican from key position: Report
Representative Mike Turner has reportedly been removed from his role as House Intelligence Committee chairman.
By Aila Slisco On 1/15/25 at 6:42 PM EST
Confirmation Hearings Are a Circus | Opinion
Confirmation Hearings Are a Circus | Opinion
Is this surprising? Of course not.
By Daniel R. DePetris On 1/15/25 at 6:04 PM EST
Chinese RedNote users react to US TikTok refugee influx: "Welcome to China"
Chinese RedNote users react to US TikTok refugee influx: "Welcome to China"
The looming TikTok ban is behind a wave of English-language content on the Chinese social app.
By Micah McCartney On 1/15/25 at 3:54 AM EST
Seth Moulton rips "extreme" trans sports bill after backing restrictions
Seth Moulton rips "extreme" trans sports bill after backing restrictions
Moulton warned the bill, which passed the House on Tuesday, goes "too far."
By Andrew Stanton On 1/14/25 at 6:21 PM EST
Pete Hegseth answered questions about his Jerusalem cross tattoo
Pete Hegseth answered questions about his Jerusalem cross tattoo
Critics of Trump's defense secretary nominee say the symbol has been adopted by extremist groups, including white supremacists.
By Jesus Mesa On 1/14/25 at 5:55 PM EST
Nancy Mace asks Jasmine Crockett if she wants to "take it outside"
Nancy Mace asks Jasmine Crockett if she wants to "take it outside"
The two representatives went head-to-head during a House Oversight Committee meeting.
By Monica Sager On 1/14/25 at 5:47 PM EST
Democratic NJ governor candidates' trans sports bill vote could be "costly"
Democratic NJ governor candidates' trans sports bill vote could be "costly"
Political experts told Newsweek their opposition to the bill may not help them win over voters in November.
By Andrew Stanton On 1/14/25 at 5:03 PM EST
These two Democrats voted for anti-trans sports bill
These two Democrats voted for anti-trans sports bill
Two Texas Democrats supported a bill that would bar transgender women and girls from women's sports.
By Andrew Stanton On 1/14/25 at 4:03 PM EST
What is the Child Tax Credit and who's eligible?
What is the Child Tax Credit and who's eligible?
The Child Tax Credit offers up to $2,000 per qualifying child for eligible families.
By Robert Thorpe On 1/14/25 at 2:01 PM EST
Pregnant congresswoman blasts "unreasonable" House voting rules
Pregnant congresswoman blasts "unreasonable" House voting rules
Pettersen is pregnant with her second child and will be the 14th member to give birth while serving in Congress.
By Monica Sager On 1/14/25 at 1:46 PM EST
Proxy Voting Can Make Congress the Most Modern in Recent History | Opinion
Proxy Voting Can Make Congress the Most Modern in Recent History | Opinion
We hope that our colleagues in the 119th Congress will take action to modernize the institution, ensuring it is more reflective of and welcoming to the next generation of lawmakers—moms, dads, and caregivers alike.
By Jaime Herrera Beutler and Stephanie Murphy On 1/14/25 at 7:30 AM EST
Civil Rights-Era Abuses Could Return to the FBI Under Kash Patel | Opinion
Civil Rights-Era Abuses Could Return to the FBI Under Kash Patel | Opinion
Key nominations are drawing attention, with particular concern over Kash Patel's nomination to be director of the FBI.
By Praveen Fernandes On 1/14/25 at 5:27 AM EST
Republicans plan to change SNAP benefits, according to potential cuts list
Republicans plan to change SNAP benefits, according to potential cuts list
Republicans propose changes to SNAP benefits to save $22 billion, which could impact millions.
By Robert Thorpe On 1/13/25 at 4:06 PM EST
Medicaid could be headed for changes, according to Republican cut list
Medicaid could be headed for changes, according to Republican cut list
Republicans are hoping to push forward a range of changes to the program, including new work requirements.
By Suzanne Blake On 1/13/25 at 2:32 PM EST
Food Is Medicine Programs Should Be a National Priority | Opinion
Food Is Medicine Programs Should Be a National Priority | Opinion
The Food is Medicine movement has momentum, and it doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon.
By Dion Dawson On 1/13/25 at 7:00 AM EST
What is SALT? Trump and Republicans meet to discuss proposed tax change
What is SALT? Trump and Republicans meet to discuss proposed tax change
Republicans opposing the state and local tax (SALT) cap will try to make their voices heard as Trump seeks a reconciliation bill.
By Peter Aitken On 1/11/25 at 4:30 PM EST
Housing market update: How to find out how much house you can afford
Housing market update: How to find out how much house you can afford
Housing affordability remains a problem at the start of 2025. Learn how to calculate how much house you can afford.
By Robert Thorpe On 1/11/25 at 3:00 AM EST
TikTok ruling will shake up supreme court alliances: Analyst
TikTok ruling will shake up supreme court alliances: Analyst
Congress will ban TikTok unless its Chinese owners agree to sell it, but the Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea from the social media platform.
By Sean O'Driscoll On 1/10/25 at 8:49 AM EST
Leon Panetta: The Real Legacy of President Jimmy Carter | Opinion
Leon Panetta: The Real Legacy of President Jimmy Carter | Opinion
In a word, he was a genuinely good person and that proved to be both his strength and his weakness.
By Leon E. Panetta On 1/9/25 at 12:42 PM EST
Donald Trump's Panama Canal demand gets boost from new House bill
Donald Trump's Panama Canal demand gets boost from new House bill
South Dakota Republican Rep. Dusty Johnson's new bill is expected to aid Trump's goal of returning the Panama Canal to the U.S.
By Monica Sager On 1/8/25 at 4:44 PM EST
Full list of Democrats who voted for Laken Riley Act
Full list of Democrats who voted for Laken Riley Act
The bill allows Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to arrest and deport undocumented immigrants who commit violent crimes.
By Billal Rahman On 1/8/25 at 5:08 AM EST
House passes Laken Riley Act as new Congress' first order of business
House passes Laken Riley Act as new Congress' first order of business
The bill is one of the first signs that Republicans want to quickly act on Donald Trump's immigration policies.
By Dan Gooding On 1/7/25 at 2:00 PM EST
Lauren Boebert introduces bill to abolish ATF
Lauren Boebert introduces bill to abolish ATF
The federal agency that regulates firearms has long faced scrutiny from GOP lawmakers.
By Ewan Palmer On 1/7/25 at 5:34 AM EST
Why Trump probably can't undo Biden's offshore drilling ban
Why Trump probably can't undo Biden's offshore drilling ban
Trump wants to "drill, baby, drill," but undoing Biden's offshore ban will likely require congressional action, and the politics of coastal drilling is complex.
By Jeff Young On 1/6/25 at 5:07 PM EST