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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it is taking over direct management of Union Station, marking another aggressive move by President Trump to assert control over the nation’s capital.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet with President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, just days after Trump’s highly anticipated summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
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Washington, D.C. — Federal law enforcement officers will patrol the streets of the nation’s capital for the next seven days, the White House announced Thursday, in an effort to combat rising violent crime and ensure public safety.
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Wall Street NY, US President Donald Trump is moving to give everyday Americans broader investment opportunities within their retirement savings, including access to cryptocurrencies, private equity, gold, real estate, and other non-traditional assets.
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Washington DC, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled Monday that it may be time for a sweeping review of the Federal Reserve—beyond the current controversy over costly renovations—to examine whether the central bank is truly fulfilling its mission.
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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey’s high-stakes race for governor is officially underway. Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli have won their respective primaries, setting the stage for one of the most closely watched gubernatorial contests of 2025. NBC News projects both victories, confirming a clash that will test national political sentiments during President Donald Trump’s second term.
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Ridgewood NJ, a transformative provision within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could reshape how the next generation of Americans engages with capitalism—by providing every newborn with a retirement-style investment account.
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Washington DC, in a high-stakes move impacting global trade, former President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he has agreed to extend the deadline for imposing a 50% tariff on European Union exports to the United States. The extension follows a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and gives both sides until July 9, 2025, to negotiate a resolution.
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Allendale NJ, former FBI Director James Comey was interviewed by the U.S. Secret Service after sharing — and later deleting — an Instagram post that sparked accusations from conservatives of inciting violence against President Donald Trump.
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Washington DC, in a significant blow to both the cryptocurrency industry and a top legislative priority of former President Donald Trump, Senate Democrats have voted to block a bill to regulate stablecoins, halting momentum on a bipartisan push to bring clarity to the fast-growing digital asset sector.
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Washington DC, as rumors swirl about a potential millionaire surtax and an increase in the top income tax rate to 40% or more, conservative voices are sounding the alarm. Many warn that such a move would represent a dramatic departure from the Republican Party’s long-standing commitment to low taxes and free-market economics — a formula credited with driving U.S. prosperity since the Reagan era.
TikTok Resumes Service for U.S. Users Following President Trump’s Announcement
TikTok users across the United States breathed a sigh of relief on Sunday as the popular app became accessible once again. The development follows President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement that he would sign an executive order delaying a federal ban on TikTok after his inauguration on Monday.
Continue reading UPDATE: TikTok Removed from App Stores Amid U.S. Ban: What You Need to Know
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Ridgewood NJ, in his annual year-end report, Chief Justice John Roberts delivered a powerful rebuke to elected officials who intimidate judges or defy court rulings, describing these actions as “illegitimate activity” that undermines the rule of law. While Roberts refrained from naming specific individuals, his critique has resonated amid ongoing tensions surrounding the judiciary.
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Ridgewood NJ, President-elect Donald Trump suggested that the United States reclaim control of the Panama Canal. Speaking at Turning Point’s “America Fest” on Sunday, Trump criticized Panama’s management of the canal and expressed dissatisfaction with the fees charged to vessels using the crucial waterway.
Continue reading Trump Suggests U.S. Take Back Panama Canal in Controversial Remarks
