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Donald Trump said he wants to ban trans athletes from competing. The reality is more nuanced

Donald Trump said he wants to ban trans athletes from competing. The reality is more nuanced

President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign promise to ‘ban’ transgender athletes struck a chord with voters. It’s uncertain, however, what exactly Trump will do once his second term begins in January. 
by The Associated Press

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How much power would RFK Jr. have at HHS? A former health secretary weighs in

How much power would RFK Jr. have at HHS? A former health secretary weighs in

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is making the case with senators that he should lead Health and Human Services. Kathleen Sebelius, who had the job under Obama, explains the power and limits of the role.
by Dan Gorenstein

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After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz saw his national profile skyrocket when he became Vice President Harris’ running mate. Now, he’s back home figuring out when he will push back or work with Republicans.
by Clay Masters

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Biden set an ambitious new climate goal. Will it still matter under Trump?

Biden set an ambitious new climate goal. Will it still matter under Trump?

The Biden administration set a new climate goal for the U.S. The White House argues states, cities and corporations will continue the work, even as Trump plans to exit the Paris climate agreement.
by Jeff Brady

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House Ethics Committee secretly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report, source says

House Ethics Committee secretly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report, source says

The House Ethics Committee has voted in secret to release the long-awaited ethics report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz. The move by the bipartisan panel raises the possibility that the allegations against the Florida Republican who was President-elect Donald Trump’s first choice for attorney general could be made public in the coming days.
by The Associated Press

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Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands

Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands

President-elect Donald Trump has abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out. 
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Global warming can’t be ignored, Montana’s top court says, upholding landmark climate case

Global warming can’t be ignored, Montana’s top court says, upholding landmark climate case

Montana’s Supreme Court has upheld a landmark climate ruling that said the state was violating residents’ constitutional right to a clean environment by permitting oil, gas and coal projects without regard for global warming.
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Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year

Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point — its third cut this year — but also signaled that it expects to reduce rates more slowly next year than it previously envisioned, largely because of still-elevated inflation.
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Senate passes defense bill that will raise troop pay and aims to counter China's power

Senate passes defense bill that will raise troop pay and aims to counter China's power

The Senate has passed a defense bill that authorize significant pay raises for junior enlisted service members and boost overall military spending to $895 billion. It also strips coverage of transgender medical treatments for children of military members.
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