The Supreme Court unanimously sided with Chevron and a group of oil companies on Friday in their bid to move a lawsuit seeking damages for coastline damage caused by oil production in Louisiana to federal court, away from state courts, which had been an unfavorable venue for the companies. The justices ruled 8-0 in favor of the […]

The International Monetary Fund resumed its dealings with Venezuelan authorities after U.S. pressure, following its freezing of activity in the country in 2019. The IMF broke off relations with Caracas in 2019 “due to government recognition issues,” worsening Venezuela’s already dire economic prospects. After Operation Absolute Resolve and the U.S. decision to support the government […]

The Senate unanimously passed a 10-day extension of the federal government’s power to surveil individuals suspected of being national security threats without debate on Friday. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) brought the measure to the floor during a brief session. The 10-day extension of section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act gives GOP leadership […]

Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins has adamantly denied swirling speculation that he is about to withdraw from the Republican race for governor to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL). The online rumor was fueled by his decision to cancel campaign events on Thursday and Friday. “There is a 0% chance I am suspending my campaign,” he […]