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Trump-backed plan to avert shutdown heads for House vote

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A plan to avert a partial government shutdown backed by President Donald Trump is heading for a House-wide vote on Tuesday.

The House Rules Committee, the final gatekeeper before legislation hits the House of Representatives chamber, advanced the bill along party lines on Monday evening.

Tuesday is expected to first see a vote to allow for lawmakers to debate the bill, known as a "rule vote," followed by a chamber-wide vote on the legislation itself later in the afternoon.

It's a major test for Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., as they seek...
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Kurdish-led SDF agrees to integrate with Syrian government forces

  • News source: BBC News - World
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The militia alliance that controls much of north-eastern Syria will merge with new state institutions, the presidency says.
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JD Vance's cousin criticises him for 'belittling' Zelensky

  • News source: BBC News - World
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Nate Vance spent three years volunteering with the Ukrainian military after Russia's full-scale invasion.
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CFPB official testifies about DOGE's chaotic attempts to dismantle the agency

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At a court hearing Monday, CFPB’s COO Adam Martinez gave a sworn account of the chaos that has consumed the federal agency meant to stop unfair corporate practices.
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NOAA cuts raising concerns over public safety

  • News source: Politics - CBSNews.com
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Another wave of mass firings could be hitting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The agency, which includes the National Weather Service, could ultimately lose about 20% of its staff. Rob Marciano reports.
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Government shutdown looms amid budget showdown in Congress

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Congress is staring down a deadline to fund the government by the end of the week, as the familiar threat of a shutdown looms over Washington. Nikole Killion explains.
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U.S. stocks plunge after Trump's comments on potential recession sparks sell-off

  • News source: Politics - CBSNews.com
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Fears of a recession sparked a major sell-off in stocks, following comments from President Trump. In an interview with Fox News, Mr. Trump would not rule out the possibility of a recession. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Oregon governor declares March 10 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day': 'Continue to have your back'

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Oregon's governor has signed a proclamation that will make March 10 "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day," in an effort to reaffirm her administration's commitment to "maintaining access to abortion care across the state."

"Here in Oregon, we understand that abortion is healthcare, and providers are appreciated and can continue to provide care without interference and intimidation," Governor Tina Kotek said in a statement. "To our providers and to the patients who live in Oregon or have been forced to retreat to our state for care, know that I...
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Sean Curran, agent who protected Trump at Butler rally, sworn in as new US Secret Service director

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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem swore in Sean Curran on Monday to serve as the director of the U.S. Secret Service.

The swearing-in ceremony took place in the Oval Office, where President Donald Trump and Noem joined Curran.

"Sean’s brave actions when he risked his life to help save President Trump’s life in Butler, Pennsylvania is a testament to his dedication to the mission of the US Secret Service," Noem said in a statement. "With his decades of experience, he will return the Secret Service to focusing on its core mission...
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Rashida Tlaib becomes lone House lawmaker opposing cracking down on Mexican cartels' border tunnel system

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The House of Representatives passed a bill aimed at cracking down on Mexican cartels' use of tunnels underneath the southwestern border to smuggle illegal immigrants and illicit items the U.S.

The bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in a 402 to 1 vote – with the lone dissenter being Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich. Fox News Digital reached out to her office for comment but did not immediately hear back.

The bill is led by Rep. Eli Crane, R-Ariz., but enjoys bipartisan support thanks to its lone Democratic co-sponsor, Rep. Lou Correa...
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Dark arts in Hollywood - how the powerful publicity smear machine changed

  • News source: BBC News - World
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The Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni feud has shone a light on a part of the entertainment industry that many of those within it would rather remain invisible.
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Romanian far-right populist appeals against poll ban

  • News source: BBC News - World
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Sunday's decision sparked violent protests by Calin Georgescu's supporters in the capital Bucharest.
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How JD Vance sees the world - and why that matters

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In a speech to allies and in that infamous Oval Office row, the vice-president came out punching - but what is he fighting for?
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From chatbots to intelligent toys: How AI is booming in China

  • News source: BBC News - World
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China plans to invest more than a trillion dollars as it races against the US to rule advanced tech.
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'Living in a reel': How Alzheimer's left Gene Hackman alone in his final days

  • News source: BBC News - World
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The actor may not have known his wife was dead inside the home he was living in because of the disease.
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