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FBI Surged Resources to Minnesota Early in Federal Fraud Investigation, Patel Says

FBI Dir. Kash Patel confirmed his office had surged resources to Minnesota to investigate claims of fraud exploiting federal services and programs.

New York to Require Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms

New York is requiring warning labels on platforms’ addictive features in a bid to address a youth mental health crisis tied to social media.
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America’s 250th Anniversary to Begin With Nationwide Events, Volunteer Push, and Times Square Celebrations

Plans to mark the U.S. 250th anniversary will roll out nationwide with civic engagement, public celebrations, and historic observances over the next year.

Illegal Immigrant Driver Tries to Run Over ICE Officers in Bid to Escape: DHS

An illegal immigrant rammed his van into ICE vehicles and attempted to run over officers during a targeted enforcement operation in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

California Ends Lawsuit Against Federal Government Over High-Speed Rail Funding

California dropped its lawsuit against the Trump admin after the federal govt. withdrew $4 billion in funding for the state’s delayed high-speed rail project.

Junk Food Bans for SNAP Users in Some States Starting 2026: What to Know

Some states plan to restrict SNAP purchases of certain junk foods in 2026, meaning beneficiaries may need to change how they shop for groceries.

Health Care Industry Shows Resilience in 2025—What’s Ahead for 2026

The U.S. health care industry ended the year with solid growth, despite rising challenges that squeezed profit margins, especially for providers.

Retail in 2025: A Roller Coaster Year—What’s Next in 2026

Retail faced sharp volatility in 2025 as high inflation, a softening labor market, rising household debt, and fierce competition drove uneven sales.