Fed raises interest rate again after another bank failure
Interest rates went up again Wednesday, but economists are warning that as rates go up, banks' vulnerability also increases.
| Scripps News Staff and Haley Bull
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Another woman testifies Donald Trump sexually assaulted her
E. Jean Carroll's attorneys called Jessica Leeds to the stand Tuesday in an attempt to show Trump had a history of sexually assaulting women.
Biden tries to reassure US after latest bank collapse, as stocks fall
President Joe Biden tried to reassure depositors and encouraged more oversight after First Republic's collapse. Investors prepare for more failures.
In apparent dig at Fox News, Trump agrees to appear in CNN town hall
The event will air on May 10 at 9 p.m. ET, with CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins moderating. It will be Trump's first appearance on the network since 2016.
Biden sending 1,500 troops to Mexico border to support migrant surge
The troops will not be performing law enforcement functions or interacting with migrants, but will aid in administrative duties.
Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing on Supreme Court ethics
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice John Roberts and seven other justices all declined to testify on several questionable actions.
DeSantis-created board files suit against Disney
After Disney filed a suit in federal court, a board created by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will file a suit against Disney in state court.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill allowing execution of rapists
Florida Gov. DeSantis said he recognizes the bill will be challenged in the Supreme Court, but believes the court's precedent is "wrong."
US readies 2nd attempt at speedy border asylum screenings
Interviews will be done by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, not by Border Patrol agents, and everyone will have access to legal counsel.
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Oklahoma law will make gender-affirming care for minors a felony
Oklahoma has become the latest U.S. state to ban gender-affirming care for minors. A new law signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt makes it a felony.
| AP and Scripps News Tulsa
Texas governor's reward announcement draws criticism amid manhunt
Texas officials are offering a reward to help capture a man accused of killing a family of five.
| Scripps News Staff and John Mone
Judge denies request for mistrial from Trump's attorneys in rape trial
E. Jean Carroll continued her testimony for the third day Monday.
Washington's new laws grant HIPAA-like protection to more health data
New laws in the state of Washington give residents some of the broadest health-data protections in the country.
Over half of stroke survivors suffer cognitive impairment
A new American Heart Association report shows that over half of stroke survivors develop cognitive impairment within a year.
Treasury Secretary Yellen moves up debt ceiling deadline to early June
The IRS brought in less taxes than expected this year, and the Treasury says it may run out of funds as early as June 1.
Low-income New Yorkers can finally get root canals, crowns
The New York Department of Health is now required to lift restrictive rules for Medicaid recipients and allow for better dental care.
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Transgender lawmaker sues after being censured by Republicans
A censured transgender Democratic lawmaker in Montana and the ACLU are suing, saying the legislature is violating her constituents' rights.
RNC chair: 2024 GOP candidates must confront abortion 'head-on'
Ronna McDaniel is telling Republican candidates that they must address abortion rights if they hope to find success in upcoming elections.
Warrantless searches took sharp drop in 2022, data finds
Opponents of Section 702 say it is used to circumnavigate laws that require a warrant to surveil American citizens.
Lieberman: 'No Labels' candidate wouldn't hand 2024 election to Trump
No Labels Co-Chair Joe Lieberman said his group could launch a third-party bid in hopes of wrestling presidential power from the two major parties.
Biden addresses journalists detained abroad at Correspondents' Dinner
The president delivered a firm message that "journalism is not a crime."
Congress eyes work rules for millions covered by Medicaid
A proposal by the GOP might save taxpayers money but cost some Americans access to health care coverage.
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Israelis rally for 17th week against judicial overhaul plans
Crowds of Israelis went to the streets to protest against a planned overhaul of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s governing coalition.
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Trump ups competition with DeSantis in planning trip to Iowa
The Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis competition is intensifying. Trump and DeSantis will have scheduled Iowa trips at the same time.
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Florida pushes bill to let DeSantis make presidential run as governor
Florida's GOP-controlled legislature has approved a bill that would allow Gov. Ron DeSantis to run for president while serving in his current role.
Next step for transgender-related laws: Court
Experts expect to see individual, state and even federal government suits over recent transgender-related legislation.
European Commission reaches agreement to move Ukraine grain
A tentative deal has been reached, the European Commission announced, which would 'in principle' get Ukraine grain to multiple countries in Europe.
Colorado enacts 4 new gun control measures
Democrats in Colorado led the passage of laws they hope will reduce the rate of gun violence and mass shootings.
North Carolina high court hands GOP election rulings win
North Carolina justices tossed a previous ruling regarding gerrymandering voting maps. Another ruling then upheld a voter photo ID law.
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Breastfeeding mothers now have more protections at work
The PUMP Act, which was signed into law in December, gives breastfeeding mothers protections while pumping at work.
