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Manhattan’s Congestion Tax Reduces Traffic by 1 Million Vehicles

Since its implementation on January 5, 2025, New York City's congestion tax has resulted in a significant decrease in traffic within Manhattan's busiest areas.

Trump’s Executive Order Targets Pro-Terrorism Activism by Foreign Students

President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday aimed at deporting foreigners who express support for designated terrorist organizations.

Donald Trump Secures Record Jewish Support for a Republican Since 1988

President-elect Donald Trump achieved a historic milestone in the 2024 election, garnering the highest percentage of the Jewish vote for any Republican presidential candidate since 1988. According to WPA Intelligence, citing exit polls from AP/Fox News/NORC, Trump received 32% of the Jewish vote nationally, surpassing his 30% share in 2020 and 24% in 2016. This marks the strongest showing for a Republican among Jewish voters since George H.W. Bush’s 35% in 1988.

Iowa Announces State-Level DOGE Task Force

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that she plans to launch a state Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut government spending.

NYC Congestion Pricing Advocate Attacked in Subway Amid Policy Rollout

Layla Law-Gisiko, a prominent supporter of New York City’s newly implemented congestion pricing policy, became the latest victim of subway violence on Saturday. Law-Gisiko, a Democrat and president of the City Club of New York, was attacked at the 23rd Street and 5th Avenue subway station, an incident that highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in the transit system.

Pope Francis Appoints First Woman to Lead Major Vatican Office

In a historic move, Pope Francis appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to head a major Vatican office. Brambilla, an Italian nun, will serve as prefect of the Dicastery for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, responsible for overseeing the Catholic Church’s religious orders worldwide.

Drivers Alter License Plates to Avoid NYC Congestion Toll

As New York City’s congestion toll system takes effect, reports have emerged of drivers altering license plates to evade the fee. The toll, which charges $9 during peak hours and $2.25 during off-peak hours for vehicles entering Manhattan’s central business district, officially began on Sunday.

Maryland Ivy Leaguer Accused of CEO Assassination Hires Notable Prison Consultant

Luigi Mangione, the Maryland Ivy League graduate charged with assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has retained Craig Rothfeld, a high-profile prison consultant known for advising disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein.

Trump Files Motion to Pause Sentencing in Hush Money Case

President-elect Donald Trump's legal team filed a motion to pause Judge Juan Merchan's sentencing in the hush money case.

Biden Grants ‘Medal of Freedom’ Award to George Soros, Hilary Clinton

President Biden plans to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to Hillary Clinton, Democratic megadonor George Soros, and 17 others during a White House ceremony on Saturday.

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