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U.S. prosecutors charged two men with professional ties to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with participating in what federal officials have described as a “transnational repression scheme” that involved spying on and harassing political dissidents in the United States
U.S. prosecutors charged two men with professional ties to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with participating in what federal officials have described as a “transnational repression scheme” that involved spying on and harassing political dissidents in the United States
 
President Joe Biden debuted an updated version of his “Build Back Better” spending plan, this time scaled back from the $3.5 trillion “human infrastructure” plan proposed months ago, in hopes that a fractured Democratic party can unite behind both this and the bipartisan physical infrastructure bill
President Joe Biden debuted an updated version of his “Build Back Better” spending plan, this time scaled back from the $3.5 trillion “human infrastructure” plan proposed months ago, in hopes that a fractured Democratic party can unite behind both this and the bipartisan physical infrastructure bill
 
Republican Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt is criticizing Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper for vetoing a bill on blind and deaf schools.
Republican Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt is criticizing Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper for vetoing a bill on blind and deaf schools.
 
The Illinois legislature has voted to repeal a law requiring that parents be notified if a child under the age of 18 seeks out an abortion and the state’s Democratic governor, J.B. Pritzker has vowed to sign the measure when it reaches his desk.
The Illinois legislature has voted to repeal a law requiring that parents be notified if a child under the age of 18 seeks out an abortion and the state’s Democratic governor, J.B. Pritzker has vowed to sign the measure when it reaches his desk.
 
none of ''experts'' dire climate warnings has ever come true
none of ''experts'' dire climate warnings has ever come true
 
While out with friends, local man Kevin Bann put up a valiant effort to feign enjoyment of an orange watery substance with little slimy balls floating in it. His friends have confirmed he is "very cool" and "with the times."
While out with friends, local man Kevin Bann put up a valiant effort to feign enjoyment of an orange watery substance with little slimy balls floating in it. His friends have confirmed he is "very cool" and "with the times."
 
President Joe Biden sent a letter to Congress on Wednesday stating that he would officially rescind Afghanistan’s status as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA).
President Joe Biden sent a letter to Congress on Wednesday stating that he would officially rescind Afghanistan’s status as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA).
 
A federal judge has blocked North Carolina laws that greatly restrict who can help people with disabilities request absentee ballots, fill them out, and send them back, and that has experts concerned.
A federal judge has blocked North Carolina laws that greatly restrict who can help people with disabilities request absentee ballots, fill them out, and send them back, and that has experts concerned.
 
A bus-sized asteroid will make an unexpected and extremely close pass by Earth on Thursday, July 7.
A bus-sized asteroid will make an unexpected and extremely close pass by Earth on Thursday, July 7.
 
North Carolina has been cutting CO2 emissions this whole century without costly offshore wind energy being forced on electricity consumers
North Carolina has been cutting CO2 emissions this whole century without costly offshore wind energy being forced on electricity consumers
 
A misdemeanor criminal complaint was filed against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in Albany City Court on Thursday, charging Cuomo with a “sex crime”: the Class A misdemeanor of “forcible touching.”
A misdemeanor criminal complaint was filed against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in Albany City Court on Thursday, charging Cuomo with a “sex crime”: the Class A misdemeanor of “forcible touching.”
 
The North Carolina Green Party reached out to Carolina Journal and other media on July 14 with news that they had filed suit against the N.C. State Board of Elections (NCSBE) over their exclusion from the 2022 midterm ballots as a recognized party.
The North Carolina Green Party reached out to Carolina Journal and other media on July 14 with news that they had filed suit against the N.C. State Board of Elections (NCSBE) over their exclusion from the 2022 midterm ballots as a recognized party.
 
A top NFL executive says the future of the sport is men and women playing flag football.
A top NFL executive says the future of the sport is men and women playing flag football.
 
These days it's best if you homeschool your kids, but we understand that not everyone can. So, if you're going to send your kids to public school, at least help them avoid the cancel mob by packing a few essential items in their backpacks.
These days it's best if you homeschool your kids, but we understand that not everyone can. So, if you're going to send your kids to public school, at least help them avoid the cancel mob by packing a few essential items in their backpacks.
 
Texas military and law enforcement forces will begin returning illegal migrants to the U.S. border, potentially setting up a legal battle with the Biden administration.
Texas military and law enforcement forces will begin returning illegal migrants to the U.S. border, potentially setting up a legal battle with the Biden administration.
 
A Republican senator is calling for annual senility tests for aging politicians, such as President Joe Biden, Democrat House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY).
A Republican senator is calling for annual senility tests for aging politicians, such as President Joe Biden, Democrat House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY).
 
Recently, Title IX has been in the news because of the Biden administration’s promised (and, as of yesterday, delivered) rejection of much-needed Trump-era reforms.
Recently, Title IX has been in the news because of the Biden administration’s promised (and, as of yesterday, delivered) rejection of much-needed Trump-era reforms.
 
The Hollywood community is reacting to the death of actor James Caan, who died on Wednesday evening at the age of 82.
The Hollywood community is reacting to the death of actor James Caan, who died on Wednesday evening at the age of 82.
 
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced a bold new direction for the DA's office Friday when she put forward an innovative new plan to arrest people who break the law.
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced a bold new direction for the DA's office Friday when she put forward an innovative new plan to arrest people who break the law.
 
If the Highland Park parade murder suspect’s gun was legally purchased, as officials say, strict state and local gun laws were powerless to stop the Independence Day massacre.
If the Highland Park parade murder suspect’s gun was legally purchased, as officials say, strict state and local gun laws were powerless to stop the Independence Day massacre.
 
On Friday, State Sen. Bob Steinburg is expected to announce he is resigning his seat in the N.C. General Assembly. He will officially resign at the end of the month, telling Carolina Journal that he plans a future career in legislative advocacy.
On Friday, State Sen. Bob Steinburg is expected to announce he is resigning his seat in the N.C. General Assembly. He will officially resign at the end of the month, telling Carolina Journal that he plans a future career in legislative advocacy.
 
A group of non-Republican suburban moms told CNN during a segment that aired on Saturday night why they voted for Republican Glenn Youngkin instead of Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe in last week’s elections in Virginia.
A group of non-Republican suburban moms told CNN during a segment that aired on Saturday night why they voted for Republican Glenn Youngkin instead of Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe in last week’s elections in Virginia.
 
Based on some political meetings that I have recently been involved in, it is aparent that Republicans are in a very strong position to win big in the fall elections.
Based on some political meetings that I have recently been involved in, it is aparent that Republicans are in a very strong position to win big in the fall elections.
 
The U.S. Department of Education proposed new regulations on Wednesday to cancel student loans for individuals whose schools closed or who are permanently disabled.
The U.S. Department of Education proposed new regulations on Wednesday to cancel student loans for individuals whose schools closed or who are permanently disabled.
 
RINO Tillis may be maneuvering to challenge Lt. Gov. Robinson
RINO Tillis may be maneuvering to challenge Lt. Gov. Robinson
 
Labor Secretary Martin J. Walsh spoke with reporters Friday to clarify previous remarks that the rate of inflation had hit 9.1% in June. He explained that his office had accidentally placed the decimal in the wrong place and inflation is actually 91%
Labor Secretary Martin J. Walsh spoke with reporters Friday to clarify previous remarks that the rate of inflation had hit 9.1% in June. He explained that his office had accidentally placed the decimal in the wrong place and inflation is actually 91%
 
James Caan, the Oscar-nominated actor whose roles ranged from Mafia scion Sonny Corleone in “The Godfather” to the brooding father of an overgrown imp in the Christmas classic “Elf,” has died at 82.
James Caan, the Oscar-nominated actor whose roles ranged from Mafia scion Sonny Corleone in “The Godfather” to the brooding father of an overgrown imp in the Christmas classic “Elf,” has died at 82.
 
Concerns over how bureau director Rohit Chopra may have an outsized influence on the economy
 
National Republican Senatorial Committee Chairman Rick Scott of Florida told NBC News’ Chuck Todd on Sunday that the recipe for Republicans winning back the Senate in 2022 will be to accept any political endorsement offered by former President Donald Trump.
National Republican Senatorial Committee Chairman Rick Scott of Florida told NBC News’ Chuck Todd on Sunday that the recipe for Republicans winning back the Senate in 2022 will be to accept any political endorsement offered by former President Donald Trump.
 
It's interesting that the one room school house produced generations of adults who built the country with new and time saving inventions, fought and won two world wars and was a shining example to the rest of the world with the strength of our economic, political and social institutions.
It's interesting that the one room school house produced generations of adults who built the country with new and time saving inventions, fought and won two world wars and was a shining example to the rest of the world with the strength of our economic, political and social institutions.
 
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID, has been morphing to stay alive — and there are now at least 11 variants and subvariants, according to one health site.
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID, has been morphing to stay alive — and there are now at least 11 variants and subvariants, according to one health site.
 
Freshly transitioned to a woman, Leslie Roberson tasted the sweet thrill of womanhood this morning as she absolutely smashed her car into a curb.
Freshly transitioned to a woman, Leslie Roberson tasted the sweet thrill of womanhood this morning as she absolutely smashed her car into a curb.
 
Basketball superstar Brittney Griner, who has been held in Russia on drug charges since February despite U.S. diplomatic efforts to win her release, pleaded guilty Thursday to bringing hashish oil into the country.
Basketball superstar Brittney Griner, who has been held in Russia on drug charges since February despite U.S. diplomatic efforts to win her release, pleaded guilty Thursday to bringing hashish oil into the country.
 
New information out Thursday from the federal government shows that the costs to make goods and provide services went up 11.3% in June.
New information out Thursday from the federal government shows that the costs to make goods and provide services went up 11.3% in June.
 
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