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Opinion

High court backs immigration judges in public speech case

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court sided with immigration judges Friday, rebuffing the Trump administration for now in a case with possible implications for federal workers as the justices weigh expanding presidential firing power. The decision is a technical step in a long-running case, ...

Almanac for Dec. 20, 2025

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Today is Saturday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2025. There are 11 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was completed as ownership of the territory was formally transferred from France to the United States. Also on this date: In 1860, South Carolina became ...

Not too late to spend money locally

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The Mining Journal Editorial Board typically uses this space on several occasions during the holiday season to remind local shoppers to strongly consider local businesses when playing the role of Santa Claus. That’s because for a lot of retailers, the holiday buying season represents a ...

Government control in the Digital Age

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Politicians push government IDs. In a TSA announcement, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem sternly warns, "You will need a REAL ID to travel by air or visit federal buildings." European politicians go much further, reports Stossel TV producer Kristin Tokarev. They're pushing ...

Move made to rename DC arts venue Trump-Kennedy Center

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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's handpicked board voted Thursday to rename Washington's leading performing arts center as the Trump-Kennedy Center, the White House said, in a move that was quickly denounced as a "disgrace" by the Democratic leader of the House, who is on the ...