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U.S. Stocks Plunge After Fed Cuts Rates and Signals Slower Reductions

U.S. stocks fell sharply on Wednesday, erasing earlier gains after the Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point rate cut and projected a slower pace of rate reductions for next year.

Blinken Says Trump Has Window to Negotiate with Iran on Nuclear Program

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated on Wednesday that President-elect Donald Trump has a potential opportunity to negotiate with Iran, emphasizing that the development of a nuclear weapon by Tehran is not inevitable.

Minimum Wage in Arizona Set To Rise in 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, Arizona's minimum wage will rise by 35 cents to $14.70 per hour, benefiting some of the state’s lowest-paid workers.

Proposal to Sing National Anthem Rejected by U.S.A. Fencing

USA Fencing is under scrutiny following a board meeting where members voted against motions to change current policies related to the national anthem and transgender athlete participation.

Biden Administration’s LNG Report Challenges Trump’s Export Plans

The Biden administration’s Energy Department released a report that could complicate President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to promote liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.

DeSantis Defends Immigration Policy as Florida’s Economy Grows

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis pushed back against "false media narratives" about illegal immigration, following a report highlighting the state's economic growth.

NCAA President: Female Athletes Can ‘Use Other Facilities’ If Uncomfortable Sharing with Trans Players

NCAA President Charlie Baker faced sharp criticism on Tuesday for placing the burden of safety on female athletes uncomfortable sharing locker rooms with transgender athletes.

House Foreign Affairs Chair Warns of Chinese Spy Drones Over U.S. Military Sites

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul, R-Texas, warned Tuesday that some of the unidentified aircraft spotted over the East Coast are likely Chinese "spy drones." McCaul’s comments came before a classified briefing on drone activity, raising national security concerns.

Uber, Tech Leaders Contribute $1 Million Each to Trump Inaugural Fund

Uber Technologies and its CEO Dara Khosrowshahi each donated $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural fund, a company spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday.

American Airlines Ends DEI Hiring Policies After Federal Complaint

American Airlines has agreed to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring practices following pressure from a conservative watchdog group, America First Legal (AFL)

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