President Joe Biden has issued an executive order that shuts down the southern U.S. border to all but a few asylum-seekers — a move reminiscent of former President Donald Trump’s efforts, which were blocked by the federal courts. The political … Continued
Jeff Ostrowski | Bankrate.com (TNS) Inflation is still running well above plan, and that means the Federal Reserve is keeping its finger firmly on the pause button. The central bank raised rates 11 times in 2022 and 2023, with the … Continued
By GEOFF MULVIHILL (Associated Press) The Supreme Court ‘s ruling on technical grounds Thursday keeps the abortion pill mifepristone available in the U.S. for now, but it won’t be the last word on the issue, and the unanimous opinion offers … Continued
Luke Skinner went 2 for 3 with an RBI and two runs scored, and Alex Mazzetti added a two-run triple as third seed East Ridge beat Forest Lake, 10-1, in a Class 4A baseball state tournament semifinal at CHS Field. … Continued
By JOEY CAPPELLETTI and ALI SWENSON (Associated Press) BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (AP) — The Republican National Committee on Friday launched a swing state initiative to mobilize some 100,000 polling place monitors, poll workers and attorneys to serve as “election integrity” … Continued
By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER (Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland will not be prosecuted for contempt of Congress because his refusal to turn over audio of President Joe Biden’s interview in his classified documents case “did not … Continued