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A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rightsThe Supreme Court begins a new term Monday with significant cases on climate change, religious rights, and immigration. The court will hear an appeal from energy companies, including Suncor and ExxonMobil, trying to block lawsuits seeking to hold them liable for climate change-related damages. The Trump administration supports the companies, arguing the…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution17h agoWhole story →
PlanetJusticeDonald Trumpsupreme court term begins
Trump defends data centers in Ohio as he rallies to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate racePresident Donald Trump is defending data centers powering AI projects during a campaign rally in Ohio. He insists they benefit local communities and warns against losing them to China. The topic is contentious, especially in Ohio's Senate race. Republican Sen. Jon Husted faces criticism for supporting data centers, which some blame for high energy costs.…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d agoWhole story →
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Trump posts cell phone number of Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton in fight over daylight saving timePresident Donald Trump is urging people to call the personal cellphone number of Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas after posting the number online. Trump wants the Senate to help pass the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill passed the House in July but some Republican senators — including Cotton — oppose it.…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d agoWhole story →
CultureGovernmentdaylight saving time bill dispute
Trump announces $90 payments for seniors on Medicare ahead of midterm elections for premium costsPresident Donald Trump is promising more payments to voters just ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. This time, the checks are going to more than 20 million seniors, giving them $90 each to help pay for Medicare premiums. It's the latest in a series of such promises ahead of the midterms. Last month, Trump said about 1 million people would get rebates…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d agoWhole story →
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Trump urges calls to Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton in push for permanent daylight saving timePresident Donald Trump is urging people to call what appears to be the personal cellphone number of Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas. Trump wants the Senate to help pass the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill passed the House in July but some Republican senators — including Cotton — oppose it. Trump argued on social media…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d agoWhole story →
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How the Smithsonian is using AI to connect artifacts from the American RevolutionThe Smithsonian Institution is using artificial intelligence to better understand its collection related to the American Revolution. The project is called Revolution Crossroads, and it aims to help the public and scholars connect objects across institutions such as the Library of Congress. The review was launched in the spring, and the goal is to uncover…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3d agoWhole story →
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Judge temporarily blocks border wall construction in Texas’ Big Bend regionA federal court in Texas has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from building a border wall in the Big Bend region. This decision is a win for landowners, businesses and environmentalists who oppose the $46 billion project. The plan includes 30-foot steel walls, vehicle barriers, roads, and surveillance technology. Judge Kathleen Cardone ruled…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3d agoWhole story →
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US stocks rise near their record after the latest jobs report eases worries about inflationU.S. stocks are rising near their record after the latest jobs report cooled worries that a potentially hot U.S economy could make inflation worse. The S&P 500 climbed 0.7% Friday and pulled within 1% of its all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 233 points, and the Nasdaq composite rose 1.2%. They got a boost after a report showed U.S.…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3d agoWhole story →
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Massachusetts man charged with cyberstalking podcaster and former Trump official Katie MillerA Massachusetts man has been arrested in a federal case alleging he cyberstalked conservative podcaster and former Trump administration official Katie Miller. Authorities say the man contacted Katie Miller at least 40 times over the course of several weeks, sometimes leaving disturbing voicemails and text messages about her and her husband, Stephen…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution4d agoWhole story →
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Trump and Vance hit the campaign trail in deep-red areas where GOP candidates seek a boostPresident Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance both hit the campaign trail to boost Republican enthusiasm ahead of the midterm elections. Trump was traveling to Texas and Oklahoma, kicking off a 32-day campaign blitz he says will do a better job of promoting his administration's accomplishments. Vance campaigned in Florida. A recent poll shows only…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution4d agoWhole story →
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DC judge permanently dismisses case charging ex-Olympian with vandalizing Reflecting PoolA judge in Washington has agreed to permanently dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The decision could prevent federal prosecutors from reviving David Hearn’s case under political pressure from President Donald Trump. D.C. Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman on Thursday ordered the…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution4d agoWhole story →
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Trump plugs $54 billion natural gas project in Alaska, flanked by a senator in a tight racePresident Donald Trump said South Korea plans to invest about $54 billion in a natural gas project in Alaska. He made the announcement in the Oval Office on Wednesday, flanked by Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, who faces a tough reelection race in the state. It was the second time this week that Trump has sought to elevate Senate candidates in states he…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution5d agoWhole story →
PlanetEconomyDan SullivanDonald Trumpalaska natural gas project announcement
Senate reaches bipartisan deal on permitting bill to speed approvals of new energy projectsSenators from both parties are saying they have reached a bipartisan deal on legislation aimed at speeding up permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects that now face yearslong delays as lawmakers seek to meet growing demand for electricity and other forms of energy. Republican Sen. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia, chair of the…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution5d agoWhole story →
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Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midtermsThe Senate has failed to advance a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills. The bill fell victim to an election-year clash on how best to address a growing concern. The measure needed 60 votes to advance, but fell short, 57-43.  The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Jon Husted, a Republican from Ohio, is in a…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution5d agoWhole story →
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Senate passes college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfersThe Senate has passed a sweeping bipartisan bill that would regulate college sports. It's an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Passage of the legislation Monday would be the strongest effort yet by Congress to set national regulations governing…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution7d agoWhole story →
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Kennedy Center put off planned repairs despite known structural issues, former employees allegeSome former Kennedy Center employees are accusing officials at the performing arts venue of long knowing about structural issues they recently cited as new problems. The anonymous whistleblowers allege in a letter to Congress that top Kennedy Center official Matt Floca halted a funded plan to address roofing issues in April. Floca denies that and says…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution9d agoWhole story →
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Kennedy Center board votes to add Trump's name to the facade of the performing arts buildingThe Kennedy Center board has voted to add President Donald Trump’s name to the facade of the performing arts building. That's according to Rep. Joyce Beatty and lawyers. The move Thursday comes after the board decided to move forward with a two-year closure to allow for substantial renovation work, while some outdoor programming may continue.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution10d agoWhole story →
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Energy Department will spend $2 billion to squeeze more electricity from the aging power gridThe Energy Department says it will spend almost $2 billion to try to squeeze more electricity out of the nation’s aging and stressed power grid. President Donald Trump's administration is stepping up efforts to avoid blackouts amid skyrocketing energy demand spurred by artificial intelligence. The money will go toward 31 projects across 26 states that…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution11d agoWhole story →
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