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New Tennessee Bill Seeks to Prohibit Addition of Fluoride to Public Water Systems

A new bill seeking to prohibit the addition of fluoride to public water systems in Tennessee passed its first consideration in the state Senate last week. This marks the initial step in what is expected to be a lengthy process of votes and debates over water fluoridation in the state.

Indiana Lawmakers Propose Bill Restricting TikTok Access to Children Under 16

Less than 12 hours after TikTok was temporarily banned in the U.S., the app was restored, crediting former President Donald Trump for its return. However, in Indiana, proposed legislation could once again restrict access to popular social media platforms for thousands of children.

ACLU Sues Trump Over End of Birthright Citizenship

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) filed a lawsuit over President Donald Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship.

Trump Directs Attorney General to Pursue Death Penalty for Specific Crimes

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that authorizes the Attorney General to "pursue the death penalty for all crimes of a severity demanding its use."

Trump Attends Prayer Service at Historic St. John’s Church

President-elect Donald Trump arrived at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C., early Monday morning for a prayer service ahead of his inauguration, signaling a solemn and traditional start to his second term.

Appeals Court Blocks Biden’s DACA Protections Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has delivered a setback to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, rejecting President Joe Biden’s effort to solidify protections for Dreamers.

Israeli Cabinet Approves Ceasefire

Israel's Security Cabinet approved a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said.

Massachusetts Governor Proposes Restrictions on Shelter Access for Illegal Immigrants

On Wednesday, Democratic Governor Maura Healey proposed new restrictions to Massachusetts' decades-old right-to-shelter law, aiming to address rising concerns about criminal activity and fiscal strain within the state's emergency shelter system.

145 Democrats Vote Against Bill Deporting Illegal Immigrants Committing Sex Crimes

While the House of Representatives passed the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, 145 Democrats voted against the bill.

Congressional Watchdog Recommends Changes to Prevent Future Infant Formula Shortages

A recent report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights key vulnerabilities in the infant formula supply chain and suggests reforms to prevent future shortages. This comes after a 2022 formula crisis left families across the nation struggling to access an essential source of infant nutrition.

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