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Hoyer will not seek reelection this fall, ending a six-decade career atop Maryland politics
Rep. Steny Hoyer will announce Thursday that he will not seek reelection, capping a 60-year career in state and federal politics that saw him become a legendary figure in Maryland politics and the second-ranking Democrat in the U.S. House.
Trump Withdraws the U.S. From More International Organizations
The executive order the president signed Wednesday follows a broader vision of American foreign policy that shuns coalition building and the consensus of nations.
Trump's 'big stick' approach unnerves U.S. allies: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the latest from Minneapolis.
Politics is being 'completely redefined': Harold Ford Jr
'The Five' discusses the U.S. military seizing two sanctioned vessels in the Atlantic as Democrats tear into President Donald Trump for capturing the former Venezuelan president.
Venezuelan politics are a ‘blood sport.’ The U.S. is entering the ring.
Delcy Rodríguez is Venezuela’s new president, but the country’s powerful defense and interior ministers could decide the future of Chavismo — and the nation.
Sen. Mitch McConnell criticizes Trump administration rhetoric on Greenland
Although the president has long talked about the U.S. taking over the self-governing Danish territory, his openness to authorizing a hostile takeover is triggering alarm across Europe
WATCH LIVE: Ohio health officials hold news conference as flu cases rise
The CDC says seasonal flu activity is elevated and continues to increase across the U.S.
U.S. rolls out new dietary guidelines backing more protein and full-fat dairy
The Trump administration scrapped the MyPlate visual guide, introducing a redesigned food pyramid that emphasizes protein, dairy and healthy fats.
US private payrolls rebound less than expected in November
U.S. private payrolls rebounded less than expected in December, the ADP's national employment report showed on Wednesday.
Sports Illustrated Stadium to Host USWNT, SheBelieves Cup
HARRISON, N.J. (Jan. 7, 2026) - Sports Illustrated Stadium will host the U.S. Women’s National Team and the final round of matches of the 2026 SheBelieves Cup on Saturday, March 7, U.S. Soccer announc
JPMorganChase Survey: U.S. Business Leaders Signal Optimism and Growth Plans for 2026 Despite Economic Uncertainty
NEW YORK, January 07, 2026--At the start of the year, strong optimism among U.S. business leaders is setting the stage for an active 2026, according to JPMorganChase’s annual Business Leaders Outlook survey of small and midsize companies. Following a year of persistent economic and geopolitical headwinds, business leaders are charting a path forward by pursuing growth opportunities, embracing emerging technologies and, in some cases, forging new strategic partnerships.
Jollibee shares surge after the Filipino fried chicken chain says it'll list its 'higher-growth but more volatile' global business in the U.S.
Jollibee is pursuing an aggressive global expansion, as it tries to grow beyond its profitable Filipino market.
US FDA to limit regulation of health and fitness wearables, commissioner says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday that it will limit regulation of wearable devices and software designed to support healthy lifestyles, issuing new guidance to clarify its regulatory approach.
N.Y. DOH says childhood vaccine recommendations unchanged despite CDC's update
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday said it would recommend that all children get vaccinated against 11 diseases.
Jan. 6 took his career and health, former Capitol Police sergeant says on 5-year anniversary of Capitol riot
Five years after the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, a Capitol Police officer who was injured that day said the impact never faded.
Trump says he will meet with health insurers 'in a few days'
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would meet with representatives from every health insurance company soon, after saying last month that he wanted to talk to them about lowering their prices.
Science army mobilizes to map U.S. soil microbiome
Massive endeavor including Hopkins researchers and students aims to understand the planet's most biodiverse habitats
Trump Says He Will Meet With Health Insurers 'In a Few Days'
WASHINGTON, Jan 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would meet with representatives from every health insurance company soon, after saying last month that he wanted to talk to them about lowering their prices. "I'm going to meet with them in a few days, I'm meeting ...
See moments from Doug LaMalfa's career in politics
Republican U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California has died, lawmakers confirmed on Jan. 6, 2026.
Former US Rep. Greg Lopez leaves GOP, will run for governor in Colorado as an independent
Former U.S. Rep. Greg Lopez, a candidate for governor of Colorado, has left the Republican Party and plans to run as an unaffiliated candidate for the office held by term-limited Democratic Gov. Jared Polis. Lopez, who served six months in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2024 after winning a special vacancy election, announced Saturday […]
Medical groups' challenge to Kennedy-backed vaccine policies can proceed, US judge rules
A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that several major medical organizations can move forward with their lawsuit challenging policies adopted under U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy that they say will lower vaccination rates.
Fed should deliver big rate cuts this year, Miran tells Fox Business
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran, whose term at the U.S. central bank ends later this month, said on Tuesday aggressive U.S. interest rate cuts are needed this year to keep the economy moving forward.
U.S. occupation not good for Venezuela, America or Chicago, says UChicago expert Robert Pape
Pape, an international security affairs and political violence expert, shared four key takeaways in conversation with WBEZ's Sasha-Ann Simons on 'In the Loop' Monday.
PENN Entertainment announces new corporate structure, eliminates 2 top executive positions
PENN Entertainment operates 42 gaming destinations across the U.S.
University of Lowa Secures $1.5 Million for Materials Science Expansion
The University of Iowa has been awarded $1.5 million by the U.S. Department of Defense to expand its materials science research and support quantum technology development.
Trump Family Businesses Rake in $4 Billion After His Reelection with Focus on AI, Crypto & Nuclear
Ventures launched by the Trump family since Donald Trump’s reelection have generated at least $4 billion in proceeds and paper wealth for the Trump family. With investments across sectors like real estate, hospitality, media, cryptocurrency and more, the Trumps are “increasingly integrating their business empire” into the wider U.S. economy, says David Uberti, who has been reporting on the family’s self-enrichment for The Wall Street Journal. The coupling of Trump’s economic and political influence is raising major questions about conflicts of interest. “You have all of these different business interests in different areas in which the government regulates,” and this “proximity to power may help along some of these deals and the valuations at which they’re made.” We look at the Trumps’ cryptocurrency venture World Liberty Financial and the Trump Organization’s planned $6 billion merger with a firm hoping to build a nuclear fusion plant to power AI data centers with Uberti, who says such “very speculative, highly risky corners of financial markets” are key to the family’s investment strategy.
University of Iowa to expand materials science study with federal grant funds
The University of Iowa will use grant funding from the U.S. Department of Defense to buy new equipment to further study quantum systems.
UI wins $1.5 million to accelerate materials science research
The University of Iowa has won nearly $1.5 million to expand its materials science center and to explore new ways to leverage materials for quantum technologies. The award from the U.S. Department of Defense will unite researchers in chemistry, engineering, and physics to investigate which materials can be combined to build light- or electronic-based quantum systems. Ravitej Uppu, John Prineas, and Thomas Folland are co-principal investigators on the award.
Holland & Knight Health Dose: January 6, 2026 | Insights
U.S. Congress must pass a continuing resolution or full-year appropriations by January 30, 2026 to fund the government beyond the end of January and prevent a shutdown.
VDOT pauses minority-, women-owned businesses program activities amid federal changes
States including Virginia are responding to changes by the U.S. Department of Transportation that removed the presumption that women- or minority-owned businesses are socially and economically disadvantaged.
More seniors are becoming homeless. Shelters are trying to adapt
Older adults are the fastest-growing homeless population across the U.S. Now some shelters are trying to make it easier to accommodate older people.
U.S. health officials reduce the number of vaccines recommended for all children
U.S. health officials have announced major changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, reducing the number of diseases children are routinely protected against from 17 to 11.
Philippines' Jollibee plans spinoff, US listing of international business
Jollibee Foods Corp plans to spin off its international operations and list the new unit as an independent company on a U.S. securities exchange, it said in a filing with the Philippine Stock Exchange on Tuesday.
Jollibee Foods Plans to Spin Off International Business with U.S. Listing by 2027
Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to spin off its international business and list it in the U.S. by late 2027, as the Philippine fast-food group moves to accelerate its growth globally.
Tuberville files paperwork to enter Alabama governor's race
Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has filed paperwork to run for governor
Why Trump Refused to Back Venezuela’s Machado: Fears of Chaos, and Fraying Ties
U.S. intelligence suggested María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s opposition leader, would struggle to lead the government. But her relationship with Trump officials had been souring for months.
Marco Rubio's next big role: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump says the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela. And Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz won't seek re-election.
Science Escapes Largest Cuts in Latest Budget Bills
Today, top appropriators in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives released a three-bill appropriations package for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) that largely rejects drastic cuts to federal science budgets that President Trump proposed last year.
Venezuela needs elections to resolve political legitimacy crisis: CSIS Americas Program director
CSIS Americas Program director Ryan Berg discusses the U.S. mission in Venezuela and how it aligns with the ‘America First’ agenda on ‘The Will Cain Show.’
Arkansas politicians defend U.S. action after Maduro's capture
Sen. Tom Cotton appeared on CBS, CNN and Fox News Sunday, praising the U.S. operation and Maduro's capture.
Health officials slash the number of vaccines recommended for all kids
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing the number of vaccines recommended for all children. The action follows a presidential memorandum ordering a review of the U.S. schedule.
Experts predict top health trends for 2026, offer advice on best wellness resolutions
Wellness choices are looking different in 2026. U.S. News surveyed 58 medical doctors, dietitians, and health researchers on their predictions for the top health and nutrition trends of 2026.
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s 5-year congressional career ends today
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's final day in office comes after a high-profile and often controversial five years in Congress. We look at five highlights of her tenure.
Oil stocks sharply higher after U.S. action in Venezuela
Shares of major U.S. companies in the energy sector are sharply higher Monday after President Donald Trump announced plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry.
What’s Behind the U.S. Interest in Venezuela? Oil, Minerals, and Politics
To find out why the U.S. is targeting Venezuela now, Tufts Now talked with Consuelo Cruz, associate professor of political science.
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US sends global message with Maduro's takedown: Trump 'means business'
'America's Newsroom' co-anchor Dana Perino joins 'Fox & Friends' to react to Nicolás Maduro's arrest and the broader global impact as President Donald Trump protects U.S. interests abroad.
Hegseth issues letter of censure to Sen. Kelly after warning about following illegal orders
Hegseth said that the censure was "a necessary process step" to proceedings that could result in a demotion from Kelly's retired rank of captain in the U.S. Navy.
Accesso Buys 76 Acres to Build Orlando Entertainment District
Accesso purchased over 76 acres of land located at the northeast intersection of Interstate 4 and U.S. 192 in Osceola County, within the Orlando MSA, to develop Ovation Orlando, a $1 billion master-planned mixed use entertainment district slated to break ground in Q1 2026. The site was acquired for over $70 million. It’s located about ...
Top Health Trends of 2026: GLP-1 Expansion, AI Wearables, More
Which health trends will be making the biggest waves in 2026? Gretel Schueller, managing editor of health at U.S. News and World Report, joins TODAY to share an exclusive look at their list of the top emerging health trends, including an expansion of GLP-1s for more health conditions, the integration of AI into wearable technology and more.
5 things to watch for in Georgia politics this year
The midterm elections will dominate politics this year. Georgia stands to play a big role with marquee races for U.S. Senate and governor.
1926: 100 years ago - life in the U.S., entertainment, famous firsts, more
Each January we do a 100-year-lookback. Here’s a snapshot of what life was like in 1926 – in Cleveland, Ohio, the United States and the world, from entertainment to news, disasters and more.
In the U.S., hunger is often hidden. But it can still leave scars on body and mind
In the U.S., hunger is often hidden away. It looks nothing like the stereotype of a famine happening overseas. But the physical impacts on health and the psychological scars can last a lifetime.
7 takeaways from Trump's incursion into Venezuela
President Trump says the U.S. will now "run" Venezuela after capturing its leader. Here's how the politics could play out at home.
Exclusive: Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 mln units this year
Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with AI features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-CEO said, which would give the U.S. firm an edge over rivals as the global race in artificial intelligence hots up.
Starlink provides free internet to Venezuela following US arrest of Nicolás Maduro
Starlink offers free internet access to Venezuela through Feb. 3 after U.S. forces arrested President Maduro on federal narco-terrorism charges.
Illinois political leaders react to U.S. capture of Venezuela’s president
President Donald Trump announced early Saturday that the U.S. "successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro,” and that U.S. law enforcement assisted in the operation.
Trump political base sets aside isolationism to cheer Maduro capture
Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump have largely praised the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro as a swift, painless win, though political analysts warn support could wane if the operation drags on and echoes past foreign interventions.
Why some Democrats are staying silent on Trump’s Venezuela attack
Democrats are navigating a high-wire balancing act in their response to the U.S. arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Trump’s Former Venezuela Envoy Torches His Takeover Plans
“It’s too complex for us to run,” said Elliott Abrams, theorizing that Trump’s decision to announce the U.S.’s takeover of Venezuela was wholly spontaneous.
Trump issues direct warning to Venezuela's new leader Delcy Rodríguez following Maduro capture
Trump reportedly warns Venezuela's new leader Delcy Rodríguez will 'pay a big price' if she resists U.S. demands following Maduro's alleged capture.
Trump renews push to annex Greenland after Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump has repeatedly talked about annexing Greenland. He reupped those calls hours after the U.S. captured Venezuela's leader.
UH Mānoa ranks top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism | University of Hawaiʻi System News
The rankings are based on measures such as world-class faculty, world-class research output, high-quality research, research impact and international collaboration.
Top science stories of 2025
Knowable Magazine reports 2025 faced turmoil in U.S. science amid job cuts and budget slashes, yet saw advances in gene therapy, quantum computing, and renewable energy.
US oil giants mum after Trump says they’ll spend billions in Venezuela
Trump announces plans for U.S. energy companies to return to Venezuela and rebuild its oil infrastructure, targeting the world's largest oil reserves.
Colorado political science expert weighs implications of U.S. arrest of Venezuela’s Maduro
The arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces is raising questions about what comes next for Venezuela and the United States.
Maduro arrives in U.S. after capture; Trump will let U.S. 'run' Venezuela
Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has arrived in the United States to face criminal charges.
Trump tests appetite for regime change ahead of midterms
Democrats immediately argued that U.S. military action in Venezuela was an abandonment of the president’s promise to focus on improving lives at home.
Will health savings accounts replace ACA subsidies for some Americans?
Health savings accounts are popular among U.S. workers. Will these accounts take on larger role in how U.S. consumers pay for and get health care?
Minnesota political science professor explains motives for U.S. capturing Maduro
The U.S. military strike that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has raised questions about President Trump's executive power.
International Politics professor weighs in on Maduro's capture
USF professor Stephen Zunes joins KTVU’s Betty Yu to analyze what comes next after U.S. strikes in Venezuela and the capture of President Maduro.
Maxwell Frost wants Congress briefed immediately on U.S. action in Venezuela — and whatever may come next
He castigated the Donald Trump administration for failing to notify Congress before taking military action to depose Nicolás Maduro.
'I waited for this moment for so long.' Many U.S. Venezuelans praise Maduro capture
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro sparked celebrations among many Venezuelan Americans across the country. Some expressed conflicting feelings, grateful for Maduro's capture but wary of President Trump's U.S. intervention.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz wants opposition leaders installed to replace Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela
While 'not shedding any tears' for the Venezuelan leader, she blasted Donald Trump for his plan to impose U.S. control.
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates ouster of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation capturing South American leader Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the ouster of President Nicolas Maduro via a military operation that captured and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as other Democrats lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, […]
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates U.S. capture of Venezuela’s Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the military operation that captured President Nicolas Maduro and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as his party mates lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, said President Donald Trump is keeping Americans […]
Trump says U.S. 'will run' Venezuela after capturing Maduro in audacious attack
Trump offered few details about how the U.S. plans to run Venezuela, saying only that he intends to designate 'a group' from his administration to oversee the eventual transition of power.
Expert: There's a flood of political campaign spending flowing into Michigan in 2026
2026 is a big political year in Michigan. Voters are not only electing a new governor, attorney general and secretary of state, but also 13 representatives to the U.S. House and a U.S. senator.
WATCH: Trump says U.S. is 'going to run' Venezuela until transition of power after capturing Maduro
Trump addressed the nation after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a military operation early in the day that plucked a sitting leader from office.
Trump releases first picture of Nicolás Maduro in US custody
Trump shared the picture of Maduro in U.S. custody in a social media post on Jan. 3.
'We are going to run the country': Trump says U.S. will govern Venezuela until there's a 'proper transition'
The announcement comes after Trump announced that the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife following military strikes in the country.
University of Chicago political science professor Paul Poast on U.S. military operation in Venezuela
Local politicians react to Trump’s strike on Venezuela
Georgia politicians reacted swiftly after President Donald Trump said Saturday that U.S. forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
‘This is reckless': Local politicians react to U.S. attacking Venezuela, capturing president
New England politicians are reacting to Trump’s announcement that the U.S. conducted a “large-scale strike” on Venezuela, capturing Nicolás Maduro.
Week in politics: Putting the Venezuela attack in historical context
The attack is part of a long history of U.S. intervention in the region. NPR senior editor and correspondent Ron Elving joins NPR's Daniel Estrin to discuss.
U.S. military action in Venezuela sparks political backlash, protests in California
Democratic lawmakers say U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and the reported capture of its president lacked congressional authorization and relied on questionable justifications.
Trump: U.S. will ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition
President Trump held a press conference after the United States said it captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
US conducted strike on Venezuela, captured Maduro, Trump says
President Donald Trump confirmed the U.S. was behind the strike several hours after explosions shook Venezuela's capital city of Caracas.
Why Haven’t Trump’s Tariffs Had a Bigger Impact?
Steep import taxes have raised prices and affected U.S. businesses, but not quite as much as expected. A new report offers some reasons.
Denver Health, Children's Hospital Colorado suspend gender-affirming care for youth
In response to regulatory actions by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Denver Health and Children's Hospital Colorado say they have suspended all medical gender-affirming care for patients under 18.
Health Authorities Issue Measles Alert at Creationist Museum
In 2025, the U.S. had the most infections of the vaccine-preventable disease since 1992.
What’s Behind the U.S. Interest in Venezuela? Oil, Minerals, and Politics
The U.S. actions against the Maduro regime in Venezuela is about power politics and natural resources, says a Tufts political scientist
Aspiring SF congressman pitches policy, warns of Meta's new workplace protocols
U.S. House candidate Saikat Chakrabarti is pushing for four-day workweek.
Higher fee for nonresidents among national park changes in 2026
Among the biggest changes is a new fee structure with a surcharge for nonresidents of the U.S. visiting America’s most frequented national parks.
It’s been 10 years since the Malheur armed standoff shook Oregon and national politics
Here’s a look at the Jan. 2, 2016 takeover that launched the age of confrontational populism in the U.S.
In a tumultuous year, U.S. health policy transforms under RFK Jr.
He has also promoted controversial views on vaccines, including removing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recommendation for COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women.
In a tumultuous year, U.S. health policy transforms under RFK Jr.
He has also promoted controversial views on vaccines, including removing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recommendation for COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women.
US Small Business Administration suspends 6,900 MN borrowers for suspected fraud
The U.S. Small Business Administration is suspending 6,900 Minnesota borrowers for suspected fraud activity.
Auston Matthews, Hughes and Tkachuk brothers highlight 2026 U.S. men's Olympic hockey roster
The U.S. men will begin their pursuit of a gold medal on Feb. 12 against Latvia.