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The Gloves Are Off in the Fight for Your Right to Repair

Boosted by unexpected backing from big tech, the right-to-repair movement has gained notable momentum in a challenging economic climate. Yet companies that once enjoyed exclusive control over repairs are reluctant to relinquish their hold.

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 The Gloves Are Off in the Fight for Your Right to Repair
Indian truckers sue California’s DMV for revoking their licenses

Thousands of truck drivers in California are facing license revocations that two advocacy groups say are unjust. The Sikh Coalition and Asian Law Caucus claim the DMV violated drivers’ rights when it revoked 17,000 licenses, prompting a major lawsuit.

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BYRON YORK: Trump’s most important achievement

Experts estimate that about 9 million migrants entered the United States illegally during the Biden administration and remained in the country. This article explores how immigration officials classify these individuals as “removable,” linking the ongoing debate to what some consider former President Donald Trump’s most important achievement.

International Politics

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 BYRON YORK: Trump’s most important achievement
The 119th Congress has mostly been relegated to a sidekick role, deferring to President Trump’s muscular executive branch

The 119th Congress has found itself playing second fiddle as President Trump’s executive powers grow. Lawmakers are increasingly wary of their shrinking role in key policy decisions. Some on Capitol Hill believe it’s time to reassert congressional authority.

Policy Analysis

Fire study urged protecting volunteers before county closed two departments

Residents of Mount Airy arrived carrying their own lawn chairs for a community meeting at Frank Fleming Body Shop, reflecting a shared concern over recent fire department closures. Fleming, a candidate for county commissioner, underscored a fire study that had recommended safeguarding volunteer firefighters—advice that appears to have been overlooked before shutting down two local departments.

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 Fire study urged protecting volunteers before county closed two departments
Nebraska lawmakers budgeted $3 million to help domestic violence survivors. The money may never come.

Nebraska legislators earmarked $3 million to help domestic violence survivors and to pilot a new juvenile justice program. Yet that money may never reach its intended recipients. Officials warn that there simply isn’t enough funding in the account.

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 Nebraska lawmakers budgeted $3 million to help domestic violence survivors. The money may never come.
Democrats divided over how to retake House, Senate majorities

Democratic lawmakers remain split over whether to learn from a bruising 2024 season through a formal review or shift their focus toward next year’s midterm races. DNC Chair Ken Martin’s decision not to release certain election data has fueled internal tension, deepening doubts about the party’s readiness to regain power.

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Voting Trends

Trump’s revival of Greenland takeover dismays Denmark

Former President Donald Trump has reignited controversy by reviving his plan to acquire Greenland, the world’s largest island. Danish and Greenlandic officials are voicing dismay after Trump selected Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as his envoy to handle Greenland affairs.

International Politics

Lawmakers celebrate advancement of bill to eliminate burn pits and enhance protections for Veterans

Lawmakers are commemorating the progress of the Waste and Illegal Property Eradication (WIPE) Act, a bipartisan and bicameral bill aimed at eliminating burn pits. The initiative seeks to safeguard servicemembers’ health and enhance national security by building on previous efforts such as the Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022.

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Environmental Laws

 Lawmakers celebrate advancement of bill to eliminate burn pits and enhance protections for Veterans
Supreme Court deals Trump a blow

In a conservative-majority decision, the Supreme Court has refused President Trump’s request to deploy the National Guard in Illinois. This ruling, reported by The Lewiston Tribune Online, marks a significant setback for the administration’s plans.

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 Supreme Court deals Trump a blow
ACA credit expiration could raise health costs for Pennsylvanians

A pending congressional vote may dramatically increase health insurance costs for hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians if federal Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. Health care advocates are urging lawmakers to act quickly, warning of steep premium hikes for those most reliant on the program.

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Healthcare Reforms

 ACA credit expiration could raise health costs for Pennsylvanians
Troy board fields complaints about local police immigration arrests

Several residents of Troy, New Hampshire, recently spoke at a selectboard meeting to voice concerns over their police department’s role in immigration arrests. Their complaints highlight the complexities and potential community impact of a local-federal partnership for law enforcement.

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 Troy board fields complaints about local police immigration arrests
COMMENTARY: Raising gasoline tax back on table

With critical highways and bridges aging across the United States, political leaders are revisiting the notion of raising the gasoline tax. As the nation’s infrastructure shows signs of serious wear, supporters argue a higher fuel tax might be crucial for road and bridge repairs.

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Gov. Morrisey points to gains in West Virginia child welfare system while outlining next steps

West Virginia has seen what Gov. Patrick Morrisey calls “measurable progress” in its child welfare system. While pointing to better outcomes for children, families, and service providers, he also acknowledges the persistent challenges that must be confronted within Child Protective Services.

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 Gov. Morrisey points to gains in West Virginia child welfare system while outlining next steps
Gaza’s New Normal

Ongoing clashes in Gaza highlight the reality that sustained conflict often outlasts peace agreements. This piece explores why the region’s future seems guided by unstable truces rather than lasting solutions.

International Politics

 Gaza’s New Normal
Americans are too numb to infrastructure projects that take forever

Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge is in urgent need of replacement, but construction won’t even begin until 2032. While this extended wait appears shocking, local residents have accepted such delays as part of America’s long-standing infrastructure challenges.

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 Americans are too numb to infrastructure projects that take forever
Sponsor of only bill vetoed by Governor frustrated by lack of inclusion in housing task force – Mon, 22 Dec 2025 PST

A sponsor of the only bill fully vetoed by Governor Bob Ferguson in his first legislative session has criticized the governor’s new housing task force. The sponsor, who was left out of the group, described the creation of the task force as “a slap in the face.”

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 Sponsor of only bill vetoed by Governor frustrated by lack of inclusion in housing task force – Mon, 22 Dec 2025 PST
Conroe firefighters sue city over collective bargaining ballot petition

Conroe’s firefighters have filed a lawsuit claiming city officials improperly dismissed a voter petition for collective bargaining rights. According to the Conroe Professional Fire Fighters Association, the city’s rejection of this petition may have blocked an election regarding labor negotiations.

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 Conroe firefighters sue city over collective bargaining ballot petition
Letter: Trump’s pharmaceutical rebate?

After President Trump’s December 17 address, one perplexed individual sought clarity about a proposed “pharmaceutical rebate.” The letter they wrote, published by The Sentinel, highlights how everyday citizens turn to their representatives for a clearer understanding of federal policies.

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Healthcare Reforms

 Letter: Trump’s pharmaceutical rebate?
Pennsylvania Lifts the Curtain on Aging Oversight, Research Funding, and Care

Pennsylvania officials have unveiled a far-reaching set of initiatives designed to improve the lives of older residents. The plan centers on strengthening oversight of aging services, expanding community support, and boosting research dedicated to gerontology.

Healthcare Reforms

 Pennsylvania Lifts the Curtain on Aging Oversight, Research Funding, and Care
Report: Why Factory Farms Keep Spreading While Better Food Systems Get Shut Out

A new report is drawing attention to the ways international finance and development institutions drive the global expansion of factory farming. As these industrial models spread to low- and middle-income countries, critics worry that more sustainable food systems are sidelined, raising serious questions about the future of agriculture.

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