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Michigan Supreme Court hears arguments that could raise minimum wage to $13

The Michigan Supreme Court heard arguments Thursday to increase the state’s minimum tipped wage.

FBI spy tool reforms stalled after Johnson reverses course on FISA

Lawmakers have vowed all year to reform a powerful government surveillance tool that is set to expire at the end of the month, but House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) reached an agreement with congressional leaders this week that would table reforms well into next year.

CDC mental health guidance for schools encourages race-based affinity groups

A new guidance document on mental health in schools from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests schools should "focus on equity" and explore establishing race-based affinity groups as one way to achieve it.

Latest Republican debate brought in over 4 million viewers

Wednesday's Republican debate, the fourth chance voters had to hear from the candidates trying to gain ground on party front-runner former President Donald Trump, brought in the lowest numbers so far this year.

Food stamps: January direct payments worth up to $1,751 to Montana SNAP recipients begin in 26 days

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Montana will begin its January payments, worth up to $1,751, in 26 days.

Arizona congressman: DHS response to Tucson border crisis has made things worse

EXCLUSIVE — The congressman who represents an Arizona border district where thousands of immigrants are illegally entering the United States each day said the Department of Homeland Security's response of shutting down the international port of entry has made the situation worse.

New York Democrats tap Tom Suozzi to replace Santos and reclaim his old seat

New York Democrats tapped former Rep. Tom Suozzi as their nominee to replace former Rep. George Santos (R-NY) in the state’s 3rd Congressional District, setting the stage for a competitive special election that could shift the balance of power in the lower chamber.

White House won’t commit to Biden meeting with GOP on border bill despite demands

President Joe Biden will not heed Republican calls for a meeting over immigration reform, the White House said Thursday.

Pennsylvania governor slams University of Pennsylvania president’s ‘absolutely shameful’ House testimony

Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) slammed University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill's testimony in front of Congress this week as "absolutely shameful" after she gave a controversial response on punishments for antisemitism on campus.

Rep. Kathy Manning won’t run for reelection after North Carolina redistricting

Rep. Kathy Manning (D-NC) announced on Thursday that she would not be seeking reelection in the House due to the newly drawn congressional maps that would likely deliver her seat to Republicans in 2024.
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