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Trump won’t quit the filibuster fight. Thune can’t give him what he wants. – Politico

Donald Trump remains adamant about changing filibuster rules, sparking a high-profile divide among Republican leaders. He also predicts a drastic outcome for the Supreme Court—what he calls “complete and total OBLITERATION”—should Democrats win upcoming elections.

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Gov. Abbott’s labeling of CAIR didn’t happen in a vacuum. Global dehumanization brought us here.

San Antonio stands at a crossroads after Gov. Greg Abbott’s recent labeling of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). A new commentary argues that this action is part of a much larger pattern of global dehumanization and urges local leaders to reject fear-based politics to protect the dignity of all residents.

Political Movements

 Gov. Abbott’s labeling of CAIR didn’t happen in a vacuum. Global dehumanization brought us here.
Republicans must be careful with the optics of Trump’s ICE raids

While President Trump’s administration has successfully closed the border and apprehended thousands of violent criminals, a growing concern looms over how these operations might shape the Republican Party’s image. As immigration raids continue, many wonder if Republicans can balance policy achievements with public perception.

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Mahoney: A path forward for Fargo and Harwood

Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney addresses the recent turmoil sparked by the proposed Applied Digital data center in Harwood. He encourages both communities to come together, emphasizing collaboration as key to forging a productive path forward.

Policy Analysis

Editorial: A $2,000 tariff dividend for everyone? Bad idea

Unsustainable federal borrowing is already placing the economy on shaky ground. Now, a new plan to hand taxpayers $2,000 from tariff revenue has raised doubts about whether it might worsen the country’s fiscal future.

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 Editorial: A $2,000 tariff dividend for everyone? Bad idea
Self-defense or manslaughter? Whitestown killing hinges on Indiana’s stand-your-ground law

In Whitestown, Indiana, an early-morning disturbance left one homeowner questioning how far stand-your-ground laws apply. As the clock neared 7 a.m., the incident evolved into a debate that challenges traditional notions of self-defense versus manslaughter.

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 Self-defense or manslaughter? Whitestown killing hinges on Indiana’s stand-your-ground law
Bloomberg Editorial Board: A $2,000 tariff dividend for everyone? Bad idea. – Sat, 06 Dec 2025 PST

A recent editorial by the Bloomberg Editorial Board questions the wisdom of distributing a $2,000 tariff dividend to every individual. While the full text of their reasoning remains behind a paywall, the board’s headline opinion makes it clear that they see flaws in the plan.

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 Bloomberg Editorial Board: A $2,000 tariff dividend for everyone? Bad idea. – Sat, 06 Dec 2025 PST
ARTHUR CYR: The Ukraine War, prospects for peace and truly high stakes

Arthur I. Cyr’s commentary praises President Donald Trump’s persistent efforts to mediate peace in the Russia-Ukraine war. The piece highlights the conflict’s severe toll on civilian life and calls attention to the “pretty thankless” nature of Trump’s role so far.

International Politics

 ARTHUR CYR: The Ukraine War, prospects for peace and truly high stakes
Jacob Sullum – Trump tries to cut Congress out of appointments

A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit has nullified Alina Habba’s claim to be acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey, despite support from President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi. This ruling exposes how Trump’s approach to bypassing congressional input on certain appointments faced a legal roadblock.

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 Jacob Sullum – Trump tries to cut Congress out of appointments
Trump ventures deeper into anti-immigrant language by calling people from Somalia ‘garbage’

Donald Trump repeatedly called Somali immigrants in the United States “garbage,” using the term four times in seven seconds. His remarks highlight a deepening anti-immigrant stance that continues to spark debate and controversy across the country.

International Politics

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 Trump ventures deeper into anti-immigrant language by calling people from Somalia ‘garbage’
OPINION: Private-school vouchers are a scam

Critics of private-school vouchers say they promise more than they deliver. In this opinion piece, the author goes so far as to call them a scam, urging a deeper look into their real impact on U.S. education.

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 OPINION: Private-school vouchers are a scam
Filing Notices – Brian and Elizabeth Dross

Brian and Elizabeth Dross have announced plans to replace their existing dock on Wagner Creek. The proposed project requires a permit from the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services Bureau of Coastal Management, reflecting its significance for local regulatory oversight.

Environmental Laws

 Filing Notices – Brian and Elizabeth Dross
Arkansas medical marijuana panel delays action on rule to regulate management contracts

Arkansas’ medical marijuana regulators have decided to delay implementing a rule intended to limit out-of-state influence in the industry. With the vote postponed, questions remain about how management contracts for cannabis businesses will be shaped in the near future.

Policy Analysis

New, lower Con Ed rate hikes proposed

Con Edison has agreed to scale back the double-digit electric and gas rate hikes it proposed earlier this year. While specific new rates are not detailed, the move marks a shift from the original 11.4 percent and 13.3 percent increases. Many New Yorkers could see smaller-than-anticipated increases in their monthly bills under this updated plan.

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 New, lower Con Ed rate hikes proposed
Tennessee special election outcome puts GOP on notice

A special election in Tennessee ended with a narrower-than-expected margin for the Republican winner, prompting concern among GOP leaders. Democrat Aftyn Behn’s strong showing in a reliably Republican district signaled a possible shift in voter sentiment, as she trimmed a once-commanding advantage to single digits.

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This high-school program is teaching big-city kids that Southerners, rural farmers aren’t racist — or even that different

A new high-school program is reshaping how teens from big cities view rural Southerners. Thanks to American Tributaries, students from New York and New Jersey are discovering that farmers in South Carolina aren’t so different after all.

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 This high-school program is teaching big-city kids that Southerners, rural farmers aren’t racist — or even that different
Federal lawsuits challenging immigration detention flood Texas

Texas is witnessing a surge in federal lawsuits challenging newly expanded mandatory detention rules for undocumented immigrants. Attorneys across the state cite intensified enforcement by the Trump administration as the driving factor behind this legal influx.

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 Federal lawsuits challenging immigration detention flood Texas
Conservation group to sue feds over lack of national wolf recovery plan

A prominent conservation organization is poised to sue federal authorities, claiming that the U.S. Wildlife Service has failed to develop a nationwide wolf recovery strategy. The group alleges this shortfall violates the Endangered Species Act and undermines efforts to protect the species.

Environmental Laws

 Conservation group to sue feds over lack of national wolf recovery plan
Council members take oath of office

A new era begins in Marathon as one newcomer and two incumbent members embark on three-year city council terms. On November 18, they were officially sworn in, marking a turning point in the city’s local governance.

Voting Trends

 Council members take oath of office
Freedom advocates push for Ten Commandments in schools

A new legal brief, supported by 46 members of Congress, seeks to allow the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools. This development highlights an ongoing debate about the balance between religious expression and constitutional guidelines.

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 Freedom advocates push for Ten Commandments in schools
Trump signs drug treatment bill backed by Colorado representative

President Donald Trump has signed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communications Reauthorization Act, a drug treatment measure championed by U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen of Colorado. The legislation aims to strengthen programs addressing substance use disorders and further combat America’s opioid crisis.

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Healthcare Reforms

 Trump signs drug treatment bill backed by Colorado representative
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