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President Donald Trump is working to eliminate federal income taxes for individuals earning less than $150,000 per year, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Wednesday. Trump’s tax strategy also includes abolishing taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security while implementing significant reductions in both individual and corporate tax rates.

An illegal immigrant from Guatemala has been arrested in New York for allegedly killing his two-month-old daughter. Marlon Rabanales-Pretzantzin, 20, was taken into custody on March 7 and is being held at the Nassau County Jail without bail. Authorities said he admitted to the crime.

Authorities in Danbury, Connecticut, rescued two teenage girls during a trafficking operation on Tuesday night, arresting five men on various charges. The operation took place at a residence where law enforcement intervened to remove the victims and take suspects into custody.

At a recent event in Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott reaffirmed his commitment to school choice, calling it a key issue for the legislative session. He emphasized the importance of allowing parents to choose schools that align with their values and best serve their children's needs.

A new study reveals that Illinois’ high gasoline taxes are not resulting in better roads and bridges. The Reason Foundation’s Annual Highway Report ranks Illinois 36th in overall highway performance, a drop of seven spots from the previous year.

The Trump administration has opted not to renew a key waiver allowing Russian banks to conduct energy-related transactions, further tightening sanctions on Russia. The decision, reported by CBS News on Thursday, follows the expiration of a 60-day waiver implemented during the Biden administration that permitted sanctioned Russian banks to process oil and gas payments through European financial institutions.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared before the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague on Friday after being arrested earlier in the week on charges of crimes against humanity. The 79-year-old leader faces accusations of mass murder during his controversial anti-drug campaign while in office from 2016 to 2022.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of multiple over-the-counter acne treatments due to the presence of benzene, a chemical linked to cancer. Retailers have been instructed to remove the affected products from shelves and online marketplaces.

Sean “Diddy” Combs appeared in federal court in New York City on Friday, pleading not guilty to an updated indictment accusing him of two decades of sex trafficking crimes. The 55-year-old music mogul, who has been held without bail since his September arrest, stood before Judge Arun Subramanian and confirmed that he understood the charges.

Former President Donald Trump issued a powerful statement on Thursday in recognition of National K-9 Veterans Day, paying tribute to the courageous military and law enforcement dogs that have served alongside American heroes. Trump highlighted the dedication, bravery, and invaluable role of these working dogs in ensuring national security.