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Arizona Senator Anthony Kern Recovering After Car Accident in South Dakota

Arizona GOP Senator Anthony Kern is recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident while visiting friends and family in South Dakota, according to Kim Quintero, communications director for the Arizona Senate Republicans.

Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against California City’s Voter ID Law

A lawsuit filed by California against Huntington Beach's voter ID measure has been dismissed.

Trump Appoints Richard Grenell as Envoy for Special Missions

President-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday that longtime foreign policy adviser Richard Grenell will serve as an envoy for special missions in the incoming administration. Grenell, a trusted Trump ally, is tasked with tackling some of the world’s most challenging foreign policy issues.

Family of U.S. Activist Killed in West Bank Seeks Justice, Faces Uncertain Response

The family of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a Turkish-born American human rights activist killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank, has pleaded with Secretary of State Antony Blinken for a U.S. investigation into her death. However, Blinken offered no promises during the meeting on Monday, according to Eygi’s husband, Hamid Ali.

Senate Advances $895 Billion Defense Bill Despite Transgender Care Dispute

The Senate voted to advance its annual $895 billion defense policy bill on Monday evening, signaling that the legislation is on track for final...

UK Tennis Group Bans Transgender Women from Domestic Competitions

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), the governing body for many adult and junior tennis competitions in Great Britain, announced a new policy this week barring transgender women and certain nonbinary individuals from participating in various domestic tournaments.

Watchdog Group ‘Fix the Court’ Under Fire for Paying Director 96% of Its Revenue

The nonprofit Fix the Court, an organization advocating for Supreme Court reforms under the banner of “ethics” and “transparency,” is facing backlash for questionable financial practices. Fiscal 2023 financial disclosures reveal the group paid its director, Gabe Roth, a salary amounting to 96% of its annual revenue.

New Law Makes California Public Libraries Prohibited From Banning Books

Beginning January 1, 2025, California public libraries will be prohibited from banning books addressing topics such as race, gender identity, or sexual orientation under the Freedom to Read Act (AB 1825).

Los Angeles Approves $30 an-Hour Wage for Hotel, Airport Workers

The Los Angeles City Council voted to pass a $30 minimum wage for hotel and airport employees.

Trump Calls for End to Daylight Saving Time, Citing Costs and Inconvenience

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to push for the elimination of daylight saving time (DST), describing it as “inconvenient and very costly to our Nation.” In a statement shared on social media Friday, Trump confirmed that the Republican Party would work to end the twice-yearly clock changes that have sparked growing debate nationwide.

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