Category: WENY – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Leaders Try to Balance U.S. Dominance in A.I. and Energy Costs for Data Centers
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The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is driving a surge in new data centers across the country — but the massive power demand is sparking debate in communities about energy costs and infrastructure.
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Trump Administration Gives Mixed Signals on Timeline for Iran Operations
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Congressional Democrats air their concerns about a prolonged war in Iran, Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday will be the most intense strikes on Iran.
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Expert: Iran’s New Supreme Leader Sends “Political Statement” to US, Israel and Iranians
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Motjaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the US-Israeli strikes, has been named as the new Supreme Leader. Experts said it’s a political statement to the US, Israel and Iranians who thought there could be a shift in leadership.
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Renewed Push to Transition Puerto Rico from NAP to SNAP Benefits
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Puerto Rico’s Governor and a handful of Senate Democrats said the territory’s residents have been treated differently when it comes to receiving federal food benefits. There’s a renwed effort in Congress to get SNAP benefits for Puerto Ricans.
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House Rejects Resolution to Limit Trump’s Authority on Iran Military Action
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Thursday evening, House lawmakers voted down a resolution that would have limited President Donald Trump’s authority to pursue further military action against Iran without — without congressional approval.
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Kristi Noem out as DHS Secretary Amid Scrutiny; Trump Taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin as Replacement
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The former South Dakota governor — chosen by the president to lead the Department of Homeland Security — has faced growing scrutiny over her conduct, including reports of a romantic relationship with a top adviser and her handling of a major immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.
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Democrats Criticize Trump’s Iran Operations by Endangering Troops, Raising Costs for Americans
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The general elections are just a few months away, and experts have told us the economy is always the top issue for voters. Republicans in congress and the President have touted their tax cuts legislation but Democrats are arguing this war with Iran will make things more costly here at home.
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Lawmakers Warn of Heightened Iran Terror Threat as DHS Shutdown Drags On
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U.S. officials have ramped up counterterrorism efforts and have warned of a heightened threat environment. The partial government shutdown impacts the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) — which has been without funding, going on nearly three weeks.
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Puerto Rico’s Governor, Resident Commissioner Divided Over Statehood Push
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – We’ve heard President Trump talk about making Canada or Greenland the next US state, but what about Puerto Rico? The island’s Governor is in Capitol Hill this week advocating for Puerto Rico to become the next state but the island’s congressional member believes the Governor should focus on other issues than statehood.
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U.S. Offensive in Iran Sparks Escalation Abroad, War Powers Debate on Capitol Hill
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Following the sweeping military offensive against Iran over the weekend, which resulted in the death of Iran’s supreme leader and dozens of top commanders, President Donald Trump said the operations will continue.