Category: WENY – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing Puts Taiwan Tensions Front and Center
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China’s leader, Xi Jinping, reportedly warned President Trump that any mishandling of the “Taiwan issue” could result in major consequences, potentially even conflict between the two superpowers. Taiwan remains the most important and sensitive topic between the two superpowers, according to Chinese officials.
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Iran War, Trade Tensions and Tech Dominance Loom Over High-Stakes Summit Between Trump and Xi
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing Wednesday for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. There is plenty to discuss for the leaders of the world’s two largest economies.
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Despite Affordability Concerns due to War with Iran, Trump says “I don’t think about Americans’ Financial Situation” Amid Iran Talks
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – According to the latest data from the Department of Labor, inflation has significantly increased. Data shows most of it is due to the spike in energy costs. Before President Donald Trump departed for his trip to China, he was asked if Americans’ financial concerns were motivating him to strike a deal with Iran.
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Court Victories for GOP Prompt Last-Minute Congressional Map Redrawing Across Southern Red States
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From Alabama to Florida to Tennessee, GOP state leaders have already redrawn new maps — or are still scrambling to do so, in the heat of primary election season. Democrats and critics of the effort warn the changes could reshape voting power for years to come.
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Trump Says U.S.-Iran Ceasefire “On Life Support” as Oil and Gas Prices Rise
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President Donald Trump said a fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is on “massive life support” after rejecting Iran’s latest proposal to end the war, which Trump called “a piece of garbage.”
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Health Officials say Hantavirus Poses “Very Low” Risk to General Public
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Officials said 18 Americans on board the cruise ship that has been hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak were evacuated and brought back to the US. Most have been taken to a Nebraska quarantine unit. Officials said the virus’ risk to the public is “very low”.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: This Nonprofit is Taking a Different Approach to Crisis Support
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This May, a spotlight on one mission that removes some of the largest barriers to vital help while navigating a mental health crisis: accessibility, affordability and extended support.
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Senate Republicans Reconciliation Text Unveil Billions for ICE and Border Patrol, Including One Billion for Trump’s Ballroom Security
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Senate Republicans unveiled their 72-billion dollar spending bill for ICE and Border Protection (CBP). These agencies, which Democrats have tried to enact reforms for their immigration and enforcement tactics, would be funded for the next three years. The measure also includes a billion dollars for the President’s ballroom project.
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PA Senator McCormick Pushes for Permitting Reform
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick (R- PA) said nearly a trillion dollars worth in critical infrastructure projects are currently tied up due to federal permitting. He’s sponsoring legislation he said would rev up the economy, bring thousands of jobs across America and meet our energy demands.
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Federal Highway Dollars for NY Roadblocked Over Illegal Trucking Licenses, State Sues Trump Admin.
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In December, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced the 2025 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) review discovered New York State had been routinely issuing non-domiciled CDLs in violation of federal law.