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Coverage of US politics, immigration policy, courts, and federal news as it affects Vietnamese-American communities across the country.
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Trump’s Deputy Attorney General nominee faces conflict of interest allegations over crypto ties
An ethics watchdog group has filed a formal complaint against Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, alleging he violated federal conflict-of-interest laws by rolling back industry oversight while holding personal cryptoc…
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Israel investigates suspicious bets placed ahead of military strikes on Iran
JERUSALEM — Israeli security officials have launched an investigation into a Polymarket user who correctly predicted an Israeli military strike on Iran, winning $128,000 just hours before the attack.…
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Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing will not face the death penalty
A federal judge ruled Friday that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted of the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.…
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Gerber Recalls Baby Biscuits Over Potential Plastic and Paper Contamination
Gerber is recalling several lots of its arrowroot biscuits due to potential contamination with fragments of soft plastic and paper, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.…
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Police use tear gas, make arrests as Los Angeles anti-ICE protest turns violent
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles police arrested at least five people Friday night after a protest against federal immigration policies turned violent outside a federal detention center.…
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UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect will not face federal death penalty
NEW YORK — A federal judge ruled Friday that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted on federal charges stemming from the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. U.S.…
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Texas A&M University eliminates women’s and gender studies program amid controversy
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University announced Friday it is eliminating its women's and gender studies degree program, citing "limited student interest" and university policy changes.…
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CBS News faces backlash over controversial new contributor lineup under Editor Bari Weiss
NEW YORK — CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss announced Tuesday the hiring of 19 new paid contributors, including podcasters, influencers, and conservative writers.…
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New Video of Nurse’s Fatal Shooting Fuels Immigration Tensions in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — A Border Patrol agent shot and killed a nurse on Jan. 24, an incident federal authorities say involved an armed confrontation but which witnesses and video evidence now dispute.…
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Major US firms pledge $1,000 for workers’ children under ‘Trump Account’ initiative
Major U.S. corporations, including Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase, have pledged their support for the "Trump Account," a new federal savings initiative announced by the Trump administration.…
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DHS slams Illinois sanctuary law following murder case
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security released a memorial video for an Illinois woman whose death has sparked federal criticism of state sanctuary policies.…
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British PM visits China to balance economic interests and security risks
BEIJING — Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Beijing seeking to reset Britain’s relationship with China, promising a "pragmatic and clear-eyed" approach to national security while pursuing economic stability.…
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Zuckerberg approved AI chatbots for teens despite internal safety warnings
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg approved allowing minors to access AI companion chatbots despite warnings from safety staff about potential sexual interactions, according to internal documents made public in a New Mexico lawsui…
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Doomsday Clock hits 85 seconds to midnight, the closest point in history
CHICAGO — The Doomsday Clock has moved to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest the symbolic timepiece has ever stood to global collapse, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists announced.…
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GOP Rift Deepens as Two Senators Call for Kristi Noem to Resign
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis on Tuesday called for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign, becoming the first Republican to do so following a fatal weekend shooting involving federal i…
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New study reveals secrets of ‘SuperAgers’ staying sharp and healthy past 80
ILLINOIS – Researchers are studying a unique group of "SuperAgers"—individuals over the age of 80 who possess memories as sharp as those in their 50s and 60s.…
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Witness video contradicts federal agent’s account of fatal Minneapolis nurse shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — A federal agent shot and killed a 37-year-old nurse on Jan. 24, sparking a dispute between authorities and witnesses over whether the man was armed at the time of the encounter.…
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US Navy sailor accused of sham marriage to Chinese national, raising espionage concerns
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Two U.S. Navy sailors have been indicted on federal charges for their roles in a marriage fraud conspiracy, allegedly accepting tens of thousands of dollars to enter sham marriages with Chinese natio…
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2026 Australian Open draws record crowds as tournament doubles as fashion runway
MELBOURNE – The 2026 Australian Open has evolved into a major fashion destination, drawing record-breaking crowds to Melbourne Park through a strategic blend of elite sports and luxury branding.…
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Chicago man spared jail after beating victim into coma on city train
CHICAGO — A 45-year-old man who nearly beat a fellow passenger to death on a Chicago train will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to the attack, according to court sources.…