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WOODLAWN, MARYLAND - MARCH 19: A sign in front of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services building on March 19, 2025 in Woodlawn, Maryland. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is focusing on the Medicare and Medicaid payment infrastructure as a way to make cost-saving cuts in the system. (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)

Trump admin. halts child care payments nationwide until states provide evidence of legitimate spending

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that the Trump administration is freezing federal child care funding to every single U.S. state after introducing a freeze on Minnesota’s program — in response to ongoing allegations and evidence of widespread fraud.

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 01: Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) speaks to reporters before the weekly Republican Senate policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 01, 2025 in Washington, DC. Senators spoke about the White House's intended tariffs and taxes to be implemented. (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)

Sen. Paul labels boat strikes and seizures of Venezuelan oil tankers as a ‘provocation and a prelude to war’

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul criticized President Donald Trump’s military actions and increased hostility to Venezuela, labeling the seizure of sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers as “a provocation and a prelude to war.”

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 07: A passenger enters a security checkpoint where travelers who are not compliant with Real ID changes for air travel are directed at O'Hare International Airport on May 07, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. As of today, air travelers must have a Real ID or equivalent form of identification to verify their identity before passing through airport security to avoid delays or the risk of being unable to fly. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

TSA proposes $18 fee for travelers who do not possess REAL ID-compliant form of identification

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published a notice in the Federal Register on Thursday, revealing plans to introduce an $18 non-refundable fee for passengers arriving at airport security checkpoints without an acceptable form of identification (AFOID) — such as a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or a passport.

ABC’s Stephanopoulos cuts off Vance, ends live interview during clash over alleged bribery scandal

ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos abruptly cut short a live interview with Vice President JD Vance on Sunday after the two clashed over unproven allegations surrounding Trump Border Czar Tom Homan allegedly accepting a “bribe” during a 2024 FBI sting operation.

CONCORD, NC - SEPTEMBER 24: U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks at ConcordPadgett Regional Airport on September 24, 2025 in Concord, North Carolina. Vance spoke about tax cuts and support for law enforcement. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)

Vance says U.S. is not sending troops to Israel or Gaza: ‘We are on the cusp of true peace in the Middle East’

Vice President JD Vance proclaimed that the United States is not sending any troops to Israel or Gaza, despite reports indicating that 200 American troops were being deployed to Israel to assist in ensuring the ceasefire holds.

MCEWEN, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 10: Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis speaks to media at Accurate Energetic Systems on October 10, 2025 in McEwen, Tennessee. An explosion this morning at Accurate Energetic Systems military munitions plant has left over a dozen people missing, with multiple fatalities reported. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)

Tennessee: 19 individuals feared dead following massive manufacturing plant explosion

19 individuals are feared dead following a large explosion at a Tennessee explosives manufacturing facility, according to authorities.