Montana Minority Leader Kim Abbott on Rep. Zephyr's censure
Montana State House Minority Leader Kim Abbott said Rep. Zephyr's censure demanded attention and a response.
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First pill for fecal transplants wins FDA approval
The first pill using healthy bacteria has been approved by U.S. health regulators. The treatment is meant to fight dangerous gut infections.
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Twitter relaxes policy for cannabis brands to attract advertisers
Elon Musk's Twitter will be more "420"-friendly to try and bring in revenue. The platforms wants more cannabis companies to buy advertising space.
Missouri judge blocks rule limiting gender-affirming health care
The legal fight over the ruling is not over, and some trans Missourians tell Scripps News they are making active plans to flee to the state.
Fugees member Prakazrel 'Pras' Michel found guilty of conspiracy
The member of the 1990s hip-hop group the Fugees was found guilty of involvement in multi-million dollar political conspiracies.
New GOP ad uses AI in reaction to Biden's announcement
In the hours after President Joe Biden's reelection bid announcement, the Republican Party released an ad completely made by AI.
'Active shooter' casualties hit 5-year high in 2022, FBI says
An FBI report counted 50 active shooter incidents in 2022, which left behind 313 casualties. 100 people were killed, not including the shooters.
House passes broad debt ceiling increase
The 217-215 vote moves a wide-ranging compromise bill to the Senate, where it is not expected to have the votes to pass.
North Dakota limits bathroom use for transgender people
Transgender or gender-nonconforming people would need approval from a staff member at the facility to use the restroom of their choice.
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Disney sues Florida Gov. DeSantis after repeal of special district
Disney is suing Florida state leaders, including Gov. Ron DeSantis, claiming they illegally retaliated against the company.
Justice Gorsuch scrutinized for land sale to CEO of prominent law firm
While the Supreme Court justice reported the sale on his financial disclosure form, he did not name the buyer.
US to dock nuclear subs in South Korea for 1st time in 40 years
The agreement seeks to allay South Korean fears over the North's aggressive nuclear weapons program.
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Why does the government want to change the organ transplant system?
A new initiative aims to modernize the system, strengthen equity and nearly double funding in 2024.
Woman accusing Trump of rape takes stand in court
An advice columnist alleges former President Donald Trump raped her in a Bergdorf Goodman dressing room in 1996. He has denied the claims.
House to vote on debt limit plan as country's first default looms
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy wants to raise the nation's borrowing limit by $1.5 trillion, and he pairs it with $4.5 trillion in spending cuts.
Montana House to consider disciplinary action against Rep. Zephyr
Rep. Zooey Zephyr joined others Monday in protesting House Speaker Rep. Matt Regier's decision not to let Zephyr speak on the floor.
Colorado becomes 1st to pass 'right to repair' for farmers
Farmers say manufacturers have blocked them from making fixes to equipment and forced them to wait precious days for an official servicer to arrive.
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Audio leaked of Ted Cruz telling Fox News plans to steal 2020 election
The tapes were released by Abby Grossberg, a former Fox News producer-turned-whistleblower who has lawsuits filed against the network.
White House estimates 21 million would lose Medicaid under GOP plan
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's plan would likely cause some Americans to lose health care through Medicaid, but the exact number is up for debate.
Asa Hutchinson to formally launch 2024 campaign in Arkansas
The former two-term Republican governor of Arkansas has stuck out for his willingness to criticize former President Donald Trump.
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'Joint' venture: Ben from Ben & Jerry's starts pot nonprofit
One of the co-founders of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream is getting into socially-minded marijuana products.
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Roberts declines Senate request to testify on court ethics
While Chief Justice John Roberts declined a Senate Judiciary request to testify on court ethical standards, he did provide a statement.
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Can the Internet survive without the controversial Section 230?
The Supreme Court could weigh in on cases related to the controversial Section 230, and their decision could break the internet as we know it.
GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley gives abortion policy speech
Among the growing Republican presidential field, most candidates have pledged to limit abortion access.
Taliban kill mastermind of suicide bombing at Kabul airport
The Taliban said they have killed an Islamic State group leader involved in a 2021 bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and 170 Afghans.
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Tobacco giant to pay historic DOJ settlement for North Korea business
One of the largest tobacco producers will pay a historic settlement to the DOJ after being accused of doing business with sanctioned North Korea.
Why did President Biden announce his reelection on social media?
President Joe Biden has announced his plans to run for reelection, but the question is: Why did he announce it on social media and not at a rally?
Washington governor signs bill banning assault weapons
Washington is now the 10th state to implement restrictions on the sale of assault weapons.
Biden gets support in his push for more Head Start funding
President Biden's 2024 budget would boost Head Start funding to $13 billion.
Biden increases efforts to boost manufacturing and union jobs
The president said union workers are going to "transform America" as they build roads, lay internet cable and install electric vehicle chargers.
