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The U.S. government will begin revoking passports this week for parents who owe $100,000 or more in unpaid child support, according to reports from the U.S. Department of State and the Department of Health and Human Services. Officials say the policy is

Vi Lyles has announced that she plans to step down midway through her current term, a surprise decision that is already reshaping the political landscape in Charlotte. At 73 years old, Lyles has been one of the city’s most recognizable political leaders,

Zohran Mamdani has signed a sweeping executive order restricting when federal immigration agents can enter New York City-owned property, escalating the city’s stance on immigrant protections and sanctuary policies. The order requires agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to present a

Donald Trump is calling on ABC to take action against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel following a controversial on-air joke involving Melania Trump. What Sparked the Backlash During a recent broadcast, Jimmy Kimmel reportedly made a remark referring to Melania Trump as an

Wes Moore has successfully secured passage of the Utility Relief Act, a measure expected to save families across Maryland approximately $20 million annually on their energy bills. What the Law Does The Utility Relief Act is designed to:• Reduce monthly energy costs

Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has announced her immediate resignation from Congress, just hours before a scheduled hearing with the House Ethics Committee. What We Know • The resignation comes on the same day as her planned appearance before the House Ethics Committee•

Congressional Democrats have successfully stopped a proposed $10 billion cut to childcare and family assistance programs backed by Donald Trump, preserving funding that millions of families rely on. What Was at Stake The proposed cuts targeted programs that support:• Childcare subsidies for

The California Teachers Association (CTA)—one of the most influential labor unions in California—has officially endorsed Tom Steyer in the state’s upcoming gubernatorial race. A Major Political Boost With hundreds of thousands of educators represented, the CTA’s endorsement provides:• Significant grassroots organizing power•

Olivia Troye, a former national security adviser to Vice President Mike Pence, has announced she is running for Congress as a Democrat in Virginia. Her campaign is aimed at the state’s proposed new 7th Congressional District, which is still pending approval through