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Georgia's Heartbeat Bill Goes Into Effect Immediately With Very Few Exceptions
'Roe v. Wade' being overturned paved the way for Georgia to implement its 2019 Heartbeat Bill. Does the state make any exceptions regarding abortions?USPS Revises Its Electric Vehicles Contract Again — All the Details
The USPS revised its contract and plans for purchasing fleet vehicles, increasing the percent that will be electric from 10 percent–40 percent.Fact Check: Did President Biden Say He Has Cancer?
During a speech on climate change, Biden said he had cancer. Is the President terminally ill? Or was this just a moment of him fumbling his words?Fed Decision July 2022: Will It Be a 100 Basis Point Hike?
The Federal Reserve meeting will be held next week on July 26–27. What decision will the Fed make and could it be a 100 basis point rate hike?Why One Expert Thinks Millennials Are To Blame for the Record Inflation
Inflation is continuing, creating more economic anxiety. One expert says Millennials are to blame for the sky-high inflation.Lis Smith Isn’t Married, But Did Date a Married Man in the Past
Political strategist Lis Smith isn't a married women, although she did date a married man in 2013. Here's the scoop on her dating history.Few Republican Senators Likely to Support Same-Sex Marriage
Legislators are attempting to codify same-sex marriage and protect it from potential overturn. Which senators support same-sex marriage?What a Climate Emergency Declaration would mean for the U.S.
Joe Biden is considering making a national climate emergency declaration. What would it mean for the U.S.?Key Democrats and "Squad" Members Arrested During Abortion Protest
A group of Democrat leaders known as "The Squad" were arrested during a peaceful protest regarding abortion rights. What happens to them now?Who Will Be Donald Trump's Running Mate in 2024?
We know Mike Pence is probably out of the running, so who will Donald Trump select as his running mate in 2024? Here are some strong contenders.Steve Bannon’s Trial Begins: Will He Serve Jail Time?
Steve Bannon, former Trump strategist, is going to trial for failure to comply with the Jan. 6 Committee subpoenas last year.U.S. Three-Year Inflation Expectations Temper Somewhat — Is a Relief Ahead?
As inflation in the U.S. remains high, investors are looking toward inflation expectations. What are the U.S. three-year inflation expectations?Texas Suing Biden Administration Over Medical Emergency Abortion Requirement
The state of Texas is suing the Biden administration over a ruling requiring states to provide abortions in medical emergencies. Will the lawsuit be successful?The Hotter-Than-Expected Inflation Print Has Much Wider Implications
The U.S. inflation print came in much hotter than expected in June. What does 9.1 percent inflation mean? Let's discuss the wider implications.Inflation Is Hitting Certain Products Harder Than Others — Details
Inflation across the board is surging, but some products are getting pricier than others. Which products is inflation hitting the hardest?Amid "Bidenflation" Barbs, What Can Biden Do About Inflation?
Republicans have blamed Joe Biden for the spiraling inflation and termed it “Bidenflation.” What’s causing inflation and what can Biden do about it?Paul Volcker's Hard Stance Tamed Inflation in the '80s — Will Jerome Powell Follow Suit?
The current hotter-than-expected trend of inflation readings has left many wondering if Fed needs to revisit Paul Volcker's take on rate hikes. Here's what he did.The Euro’s Forecast for the Next Six Months Is Shaky
The euro has slid to parity with the dollar. What's the European currency's forecast? Are there any opportunities for investors?Believe It or Not, This Isn't the Highest U.S. Inflation Rate Ever
In June, inflation rose 9.1 percent. That’s the highest rate in over 40 years. Believe it or not, this isn’t the highest U.S. inflation rate ever experienced.The Details on Former Trump Spokesperson Katrina Pierson
Katrina Pierson, a former spokesperson for Donald Trump and his frequent defender, has testified in the Jan. 6 hearings. What's her net worth?What Did Jill Biden Say to Upset Hispanics? Breakfast Taco Gaffe
Hispanic groups are upset with First Lady Jill Biden for a gaffe she made during a July 11 speech for the Latino nonprofit group UnidosUS. What did Jill Biden say?Several States Have Introduced Fetal Personhood Laws
Some states have enacted fetal personhood laws as part of the process of banning abortions, and several more are seeking to pass such laws.What Happened to Michael Flynn? People Have Theories
Michael Flynn has people curious about him, his treason-like actions, and his answers about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.Move Over "Transitory," the Fed Is Worried About "Entrenched Inflation"
The Federal Reserve is now worried about "entrenched inflation." What is entrenched inflation and how is it different from the usual inflation?Did President Biden Send Oil to Europe? U.S. Reserve Oil Was Sent Overseas
As Americans struggle with record high gas prices, the oil in U.S. reserves is being sent overseas. Did President Joe Biden send oil to Europe?President Biden Reveals Plan to Help Protect Workers' Pension
On July 6, President Biden visited Cleveland to discuss the details of his workers pension relief plan, which will help future retirees.Congresswoman AOC Still Owes Over $2,000 in Back Taxes
When Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) showed up to the 2021 Met Gala in a white gown with “Tax the Rich” in bold red letters across it, AOC owed New York back taxes.Child Tax Credits May Return in 2022, Only in Some States
Some states are considering sending out additional child tax credits. Will your state be one of them? Here's what we know so far about participating states.States Are Sending Inflation Relief Checks — When Will You Get Yours?
Many states are working to help residents combat inflation with relief checks. Which states are sending inflation relief checks and when will people get them?How Many Barrels Is Biden Pulling From Oil Reserves Per Day?
With President Biden officially tapping into the U.S. oil reserves, here's how many barrels he's pulling daily. Will this help lower prices at the pump?Did Biden Send Oil to China Despite Rising U.S. Gas Prices?
Reports suggest that oil from the SPR is being diverted to China. Did Biden send oil to China and is he to blame for the steep rise in U.S. gas prices?Biden Is Suing Arizona Over Restrictive Voting Requirements
The Department of Justice has sued the state of Arizona. Why is Biden suing Arizona? Here are all the details about the state's restrictive voting requirements.Jeff Bezos Slammed Biden Over Tweet About Gas Prices
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has a bone to pick with President Biden — again. This time, it’s about gas prices. What did Bezos say about Biden's gas prices tweet?The Current Betting Odds for the 2025 Presidency Don't Favor Biden or Trump
While Donald Trump has long been the presumptive 2024 Republican nominee, currently some odds trackers favor Florida governor Ron DeSantis.Chris Hayes’ Brother Luke Is a “Jedi Master” Campaign Manager
Chris Hayes’ brother Luke is a "Jedi master" campaign manager, the MSNBC host said. Read more about this rising star in progressive politics.Is TikTok Getting Banned on July 8? All the Details
Although FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has asked Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores, there's no reason to suspect that they will do so on July 8.Fact Check: Are Guns Really Banned in Chicago?
Some politicians claim that Chicago has banned all guns, using that as an excuse to not pass stricter gun control laws. However, guns are legal in Chicago.John Kerry Isn't the Richest Politician but He Is Wealthy
John Kerry has a net worth of $250 million in 2022, though many attribute his wealth to his wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry, the heiress to the Heinz Company fortune.What "Omnibubble" Means and Why You’re Hearing It
Forget a bubble. We’re talking about an “omnibubble,” and why you may be hearing the term today. Here's everything you need to know about the economic term.Economists Expect a U.S. Recession in 2023, Hard Landing From Fed
The odds of a U.S. recession are rising and now investors are worried that there will be a recession in 2023. Let's see what economists think.Will Donald Trump Be Indicted After Jan. 6 Hearings?
While many Trump supporters expect him to run and win the U.S. presidential election in 2024, many others wonder whether he will be indicted and go to jail.Relax! Banks Can't Take Your Money in a Recession
Recession fears have been rising in the U.S. Is your money safe or can banks take your money in a recession or a depression? Relax, your money is safe.Interest Rates May Stay Higher Until 2024, Plan Accordingly
How long will interest rates stay high? The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma of taming inflation while also not hurting the economy.If You Live in California, You May Get an Inflation Relief Check Soon
The stimulus checks issued in 2020 and 2021 were helpful for many U.S. residents. Will California residents get inflation relief checks? Here's what we know.What Did Steven Palazzo Do? Ethics Charges Are Piling Up Against Him
Mississippi Representative Steven Palazzo has been under fire for ethics charges. What did he do and what charges is he facing? Let's discuss.Are Activists Leaking Supreme Court Justices’ Credit Card Information?
Photos of Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Brett Kavanaugh, and Clarence Thomas circulated on TikTok recently, all of which contained their alleged credit card numbers. But is it accurate?Mark Meadows' Whereabouts and Employment Brought Into Question
Mark Meadows left the White House in January 2021. Now, he's working as a senior partner at the Conservative Partnership Institute.Federal Agents Seized John Eastman’s Phone, Former Trump Lawyer Wants It Back
John Eastman, a pro-Republican and pro-Trump lawyer, was involved in promoting the election fraud lie to Trump and others. His phone has been seized by authorities.Inflation Is Running Red Hot — Could the Situation Get Worse?
The U.S and many countries the world over are going through red-hot inflation. What does "red-hot inflation" mean? Will inflation keep getting worse?
