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New China Committee Debuts with Eye on Major Policy Shifts

New China Committee Debuts with Eye on Major Policy Shifts

A special House committee dedicated to countering China will make its debut on Tuesday, the opening act in what lawmakers hope will be a robust effort to overcome partisan divisions and address a “generational challenge” to America’s national security.Read more

Italy Migrant Tragedy Death Toll Over 60; Dozens Missing

Italy Migrant Tragedy Death Toll Over 60; Dozens Missing

The death toll rose to at least 63 in the migrant tragedy off Italy’s southern coast after rescue crews recovered several more bodies Monday, driving home once again the desperate and dangerous boat crossings of people seeking to reach Europe. Dozens more were believed to be missing.Read more

DeSantis Moves Toward GOP Presidential Bid on his Own Terms

DeSantis Moves Toward GOP Presidential Bid on his Own Terms

Republican presidential contenders typically fight for prime speaking slots at the Conservative Political Action Conference. But as conservative activists gather in suburban Washington this week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be courting donors more than a thousand miles away in Texas and California.Read more

EPA Orders Norfolk Southern to Clean Up Toxic Derailment

EPA Orders Norfolk Southern to Clean Up Toxic Derailment

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ordered Norfolk Southern on Tuesday to pay for the cleanup of the East Palestine, Ohio, train wreck and chemical release as federal regulators took charge of long-term recovery efforts and promised worried residents they won’t be forgotten.Read more

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EPA Orders Norfolk Southern to Clean Up Toxic Derailment

EPA Orders Norfolk Southern to Clean Up Toxic Derailment

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ordered Norfolk Southern on Tuesday to pay for the cleanup of the East Palestine, Ohio, train wreck and chemical release as federal regulators took charge of long-term recovery efforts and promised worried residents they won’t be forgotten.Continue Reading

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