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Stephen Miller raised the idea of ending public education funding for undocumented children in a closed-door meeting with Texas lawmakers in Washington last week, a move that would challenge a decades-old U.S. Supreme Court precedent, according to two people who were in the meeting.Mr. Miller, President Trump’s hard-line immigration adviser, cited gridlock in Congress as he encouraged the state lawmakers to pass conservative legislation on immigration and other issues that are crucial to Republicans, hoping such action would spur on other red states and federal lawmakers.Republicans have been bracing for the possible loss of control in the U.S. House after…

“I did vote for Mr. Trump. Deporting the criminals is a great policy. These foundations are poured ready to go, and we can’t even start the construction on them. But we voted for the American dream. And unfortunately, right now, we’re not seeing that.” For months, federal agents have been sweeping up workers at construction sites in South Texas. ”ICE has raided us anywhere between 10 to 15 times throughout different subdivisions.” Now, worksites across the Rio Grande Valley have ground to a halt, and that’s got some Trump supporters in this midterm battleground changing their minds. “These people would…

“OK, don’t step into the actual fissure. We don’t actually know how deep it goes.” In 2024, Eilen Stewart bought a house on a landslide. “Honestly, we’re priced out of a lot of the L.A. area. So when we saw this house in this amazing neighborhood — it’s safe. It’s beautiful. It’s got amazing school districts. I mean, it just seemed like this house is half the price that it should be. Of course, that’s when we figured out that there’s a reason that the house is this price.” Land here was moving as much as a foot per week…

new video loaded: How Trump’s Election Lie Could Affect 2026 MidtermsThe Trump administration is putting the weight of the federal government behind his false claims about the 2020 election in order to investigate key swing states ahead of the midterms. Nick Corasaniti, a New York Times reporter focusing on elections, homes in on the states that have become the prime targets and why.By Nick Corasaniti, Coleman Lowndes, James Surdam, Nikolay Nikolov and Rafaela BalsterMarch 12, 2026 Source link

How to compare pet insurance policiesWhile the cost of pet insurance is one of the most important factors you’ll consider when comparing pet insurance policies, there are features to consider:1. Look at the annual coverage limit options Some plans limit the dollar amount you can receive in benefits, while others are unlimited. If you want a safety net for a substantial emergency vet bill, look into unlimited plans. For example, the North American Pet Health Insurance Association reports that the most expensive dog insurance claim paid in 2024 (the most recent data available) was $65,889 for a dog in Washington with…

Determining how much term life insurance you needBefore you buy term life insurance, calculate how much life insurance you need. Consider why you’re buying the coverage—are you buying life insurance so your family can continue to pay the bills and reach financial goals if you die and your income stops? In that case, start by looking at your family’s expenses, assets, income sources and financial goals. Also consider how long you’ll need insurance. That is an important factor for determining whether it is best to get term vs. whole life insurance, or another type of permanent policy.If term life insurance is…

Usage-based insurance (UBI) programs use telematic devices or apps to track driving habits, including miles driven, speed and acceleration patterns, and handheld-device usage. Good drivers might become eligible for a discount through some UBI programs, but it’s important to note that poor driving habits, such as speeding or driving while using your smartphone, can result in increased rates with some programs. Before you enroll in a UBI plan, ask the insurer if your driving habits can lead to a premium increase. Some insurers, like Nationwide and USAA, offer UBI programs that don’t increase rates if your driving scores poorly, so there’s less risk…

Vermont had a problem. Child care was too expensive. “We would be paying $3,500 a month, more than twice our mortgage.” Some parents were giving up their careers to stay home — “After daycare, you come home with maybe $60 extra a week. It’s just not even worth it at that point.” making it harder for local businesses to hire workers. Some businesses wanted the state to pay for childcare, but they faced a big obstacle. “The word tax. It’s a very volatile word.” Ultimately, Vermont did manage to make child care more affordable. So we’re here to find out…

On January 21, ICE agents in Portland, Maine, arrested Emanuel Landila, an asylum seeker from Angola, legally working as a corrections officer recruit. “Good afternoon.” Hours later, Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce publicly defended the officer in training, whom he’d vetted and hired a year ago. “In fact, he was squeaky clean. Squeaky clean.” Sheriff Joyce then delivered one of the most scathing critiques of ICE tactics by local police. “In the three minutes, they got out, they pulled a guy from the car, handcuffed him, put him in the car. They all took off, leaving his car with the…

The leaders of three federal immigration agencies are set to testify at a Senate hearing on Thursday, while senators are locked in a dispute over new restrictions that would curb their operations.The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services are expected to appear before the Senate’s Homeland Security Committee. The hearing comes two days after the officials repeatedly declined to answer questions from members of the House about the fatal shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis last month.Thursday’s hearing will also take place as…