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Trump Orders Steam Catapults; Allows Foreign Ship Builds

President Trump signed national security measures to overhaul Navy shipbuilding, restore capacity, and reverse the electromagnetic launch system on Ford-class carriers in favor of steam catapults, signaling billions in costs and new steps like a fifth public shipyard to bolster submarine repair. The actions also impose tariffs up to 100% on certain unmanned aircraft systems to reduce foreign dependency in drone supply chains.

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DC National Guard deployment extends through 2029

A year after President Donald Trump deployed the National Guard to Washington, the mission has been extended to 2029, costing billions and prompting criticism that it undermines the city’s autonomy while failing to deliver clear security benefits. Residents, lawmakers, and civil-liberties groups question the permanence, legality, and militarization of the capital, amid ongoing political contention over the justification for troops in D.C.

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Jul 26, 2026

States Sue to Block Election-Linked Disaster Funding

More than two dozen states are suing the Trump administration, alleging FEMA and DHS conditioned billions in disaster relief on election changes and immigration enforcement, with past court rulings already blocking similar tactics. The lawsuits, led by Democratic attorneys general, accuse the administration of overstepping constitutional and statutory bounds to coerce states over funding meant for public safety and disaster readiness.

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IJRNearly One-Third Of Gen Z Steers Clear Of Car Insurance, Survey FindsA significant share of American drivers have opted to avoid insuring the vehicles they drive amid the rising cost of living and shifting consumer habits, a recent survey finds.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 16

Jul 25, 2026

AMD-Anthropic to Deploy Up to 2 GW AI Compute

AMD and Anthropic unveiled a deal worth up to $5 billion in equity from AMD in exchange for tens of billions of dollars of AMD’s AI server chips, enabling as much as 2 gigawatts of compute capacity with the first gigawatt online in the first half of 2027. The partnership aims to diversify Anthropic’s compute away from Nvidia and Google TPUs, intensifying AI infrastructure competition as AMD positions itself as a significant supplier alongside other cloud providers and partners.

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Jul 24, 2026

Gordie Howe Bridge Opens with Canada-First Ceremony

Canada’s Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor and Detroit is set to open with Canadian ceremonies amid tensions with the United States after current President Trump threatened tariffs, while officials emphasize the project will ease congestion and bolster cross-border trade valued in the hundreds of billions annually. The six-lane crossing, named for hockey legend Gordie Howe, marks a milestone after decades of delays and signals renewed cooperation as Canada celebrates the milestone with events and live streams on both sides of the border.

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RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.692 votes · 21 candidates

Jul 24, 2026

Chiefs reveal $3B Wyandotte domed stadium with STAR bonds

The Kansas City Chiefs released renderings for a $3 billion domed stadium in Wyandotte County, Kansas, set to open in 2031 with about 70,000 seats and a translucent ETFE roof designed to enhance noise and tailgating while honoring Arrowhead. The project includes a $300 million practice facility in Olathe, surrounding mixed-use development, and an economic impact study predicting billions in regional activity and thousands of jobs.

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Jul 23, 2026

US imposes global visa ban on cybercriminals, families

The Trump administration unveiled a global visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, targeting individuals and immediate family members involved in cybercrime and cyberscams after online scams cost Americans billions in 2024. Backed by Executive Order 14390, the policy uses sanctions, asset seizures, extradition, and international law enforcement cooperation to dismantle networks, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio leading the rollout and a stated zero-tolerance approach to cyber-enabled crimes such as sextortion.

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Jul 22, 2026

WiseTech plans FRDM.ai acquisition to power VerifyWise

WiseTech Global has agreed to acquire FRDM.ai for US$10 million upfront plus up to US$14.31 million in earn-outs, with completion expected on August 3, 2026, to power its VerifyWise AI-enabled compliance platform across multi-tier supply chains. The deal moves WiseTech from transaction-level screening to network-wide risk verification, leveraging FRDM.ai’s real-time risk scoring and billions of trade records, while financing details include issuing up to 192,150 new shares and a 12-month escrow arrangement.

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Reporting·Jul 17, 2026

HHS Watchdog Reports $5.56 Billion In Savings, Recoveries Amid Trump Admin’s Healthcare Fraud Crackdown

The Department of Health and Human Services' federal watchdog announced Friday in its semiannual report to Congress that it recently generated billions in projected recoveries and cost savings amid the Trump administration's ongoing healthcare fraud crackdown.

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IJRAmerica Has A Man Problem: When They Leave The Workforce, We All Pay The PriceToo many American men are spending their prime working years outside the workforce, and the cost reaches far beyond lost income.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 15

Reporting·Jul 9, 2026

Meta To Shell Out Billions For New AI Data Center Outside US

California-based technology giant Meta announced Wednesday that it is constructing its first artificial intelligence data center in Canada.

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Reporting·Jul 8, 2026

Trump Admin Flags Billions in Medicare Claims as Fraud Crackdown Intensifies

The Trump administration says a dramatic increase in Medicare claims for tissue and organ transplants has led to a nationwide fraud crackdown that is blocking millions of dollars in suspicious billing. According to Fox…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

The Quiet Battle Inside Congress Over A Defense Industry Cash Cow

A battle is quietly being waged inside the halls of Congress as some lawmakers push for the U.S. military to own the information it needs to maintain its equipment in an effort to save taxpayers billions. Republican…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Senator Flags Billions In ‘Secret’ Pentagon Spending

The Iowa Republican disclosed that more than $77 billion in research and development funds between fiscal years 2021 and 2025 were shielded from standard transparency requirements. The spending covered a wide range of…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Trump Admin Suspends 111,620 ‘California Borrowers’ For Allegedly Committing Billions in Pandemic-Era Fraud

Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced Friday her agency has suspended 111,620 borrowers in California over alleged fraud related to pandemic-era loan programs. These borrowers had…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

HUD Finds Biden Admin Gave Out Billions In Housing Aid To Dead And Ineligible Tenants

A newly released report from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) found that billions of taxpayer dollars were routed to ineligible recipients — including deceased individuals — through federal rental…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Secretive Tech Giant Lands Historic Army Contract Worth Billions

Tech giant Palantir secured a ten-year, $10 billion contact with the U.S. Army to manage its databases and aid in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its systems, the branch announced Thursday. The deal, which…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Green Energy Company Picked For Biden Billions Goes Bust

Sunnova, an American solar energy company based in Houston, filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, after dismissing nearly half of its employees. The Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing allows Sunnova to remain in business while…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Navy Sighs In Relief As Trump Floats $65,000,000,000 To Confront China’s Shipbuilding Empire

NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland — President Donald Trump is pushing to revive America’s long-dormant shipbuilding capabilities, and senior Navy officials say the administration’s plan to pour billions into the effort marks a…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Former CNN Host Says Who He’d Give ‘Billions Of Dollars’ To; It Isn’t His Old Network

Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta told PBS White House correspondent Geoff Bennett Friday that he’d give “public broadcasting” massive funding if he were in charge. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) shut down…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Chuck Schumer Makes Massive Gaffe While Ramping Up Hysteria Against Voter Integrity Bill

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer claimed that the SAVE America Act would enable Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to remove “tens of billions of people” from voter rolls on Tuesday. The SAVE America Act…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Trump-Linked Firm Lobbying For A Green Group Under Federal Investigation

A government relations firm loaded with Trump allies has registered to represent a nonprofit previously slated to receive billions from a Biden-era program that is under federal investigation. The Coalition for Green…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Amazon Raked In Billions While Whole Foods Workers Say They Can’t Afford Basic Necessities

Amazon told shareholders Thursday that it made nearly $78 billion in net income during 2025 — while workers at its subsidiary Whole Foods Market say they struggle to afford basic necessities due to unlivable working…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Republicans Splinter Over Billions Some Sneaked Into Bills To Fund Their Pet Projects

Some conservative members of the House Republican majority are sounding the alarm over the billions of dollars allocated to localized pet projects embedded in recently-passed funding bills. The lower chamber passed two…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Republicans Want To Keep Funding Liberals’ Favorite Censorship Agency

A new Congressional spending package includes billions of dollars for an arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that previously collaborated with private entities to censor online speech, including suppression…

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