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Social Security data reveals that more than 20 million people over the age of 100 are still listed in its system.

Social Security knew millions in system were dead, but are not receiving benefits

A recent cut to staffing within the National Parks Service is sparking criticism and concern. Some of the backlash involves anticipated issues with visitor experience as the busy summer season approaches.

National Park staffing cuts cause concern ahead of the busy summer season

The Trump administration is reportedly trying to rehire USDA officials it fired over the weekend, who worked on the bird flu response.

Days after firing USDA bird flu officials, WH trying to rehire them

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding White House control over independent federal agencies, bringing them under direct presidential supervision. The order requires agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to submit their regulations for White House review, a significant shift from their traditional autonomy.

Trump order expands control over independent federal agencies

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and other officials in Saudi Arabia at Diriyah Palace in Riyadh. This marked the highest-level U.S.-Russia meeting since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022. The talks aimed at restoring diplomatic relations and negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine.

Without Ukraine, US and Russia agree to work toward ending war

A judge has denied a Democrat-led effort from blocking DOGE access to federal systems.

Judge denies Democrat-led effort to block Musk, DOGE access

A federal appeals court blocked President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, known as the SAVE Repayment Plan.

Federal appeals court blocks Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

President Trump signed an executive order to make in vitro fertilization, or IVF, more affordable and accessible.

Trump signs executive order aimed at expanding access to IVF treatments

Republicans are looking to provide hundreds of billions for border security and the military to help enact President Trump's agenda.

How Congressional Republicans can box out Democrats on the budget

The Trump administration is moving to overturn California’s Clean Air Act waivers by sending them for congressional review.

Trump administration moves to overturn California’s Clean Air Act waivers

Smugglers are using TikTok to advertise human-trafficking services across the Canadian border, according to a report by the New York Post.

Human traffickers in Canada use TikTok to advertise ‘safe’ border crossings

CBS News has faced criticism from conservative outlets for remarks tying free speech to the Holocaust and a "60 Minutes" segment on Germany.

CBS’ Margaret Brennan links Holocaust to free speech: Bias Breakdown

Delaware is contemplating changes to corporate law as big corporations are looking to move to more business-friendly states.

Delaware weighs changes to business court after high profile companies leave

U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said he has requested the Postal Service Board of Governors begin the search for his successor.

US postmaster general plans to step down after reporting billions in losses

Homebuilders are feeling less optimistic about housing market conditions as the Trump administration’s tariffs weigh on current and future sales.

Homebuilder confidence drops to 5-month low amid tariff costs

Sen. Schumer said because the flight started in the U.S., the FAA was responsible for inspections, with hundreds of FAA employees laid off.

Schumer, Democrats suggest Canada plane crash is Trump’s fault

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is meeting with key leaders Tuesday, Feb. 18 to discuss potentially removing mayor Eric Adams from office.

Gov. Hochul meets with key leaders about NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ future

A White Housing court filing says Elon Musk is not the official administrator of DOGE.

White House court filing says Musk is not the official leader of DOGE

The U.S. is flying drones into Mexico to gather intelligence on fentanyl labs within the country, according to the New York Times.

CIA expands secret drone flights to find fentanyl labs over Mexico: Report

Elon Musk suggested the federal government check into the nation's supply of gold at Fort Knox to make sure it is there.

Elon Musk targets Fort Knox in potential audit of nation’s gold supply

The acting head of the Social Security Administration reportedly stepped down over DOGE requests to access sensitive government data.

Social Security Admin. commissioner steps down over DOGE request: Reports

Russia launched a large-scale drone attack on Ukraine hours before U.S. and Russian officials met to discuss ending the war.

Russia launches large-scale drone attack on Ukraine ahead of peace talks

Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox clarified that the department does not enforce federal immigration laws or civil detainers.

Boston police commissioner says dept. does not enforce federal immigration law

Attorneys for four former executives of ComEd, convicted of bribery and corruption in 2023, are asking for a hold on post-trial motions.

Utility executives convicted of corruption cite Trump order in ask to hold case

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