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Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Law With 100% Tariff Power

President Trump signed a law targeting Russia’s energy, finance and shadow fleet while authorizing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers. Enforcement choices and waivers will determine its reach.

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Court Revives Rhode Island’s $49.3 Million Solar Grant

Sep 19, 2026

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All 50 States Apply for Medicaid International Drug Pricing

Sep 19, 2026

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Judge Vacates Anti-DEI Policy Behind $600 Million in Teacher-Training Cuts

Sep 18, 2026

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Rhode Island Report Finds 43% of Households Below Basic-Cost Threshold

Sep 17, 2026

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House Sends Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill to Trump

Sep 17, 2026

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Montana AG Asks Congress to Clear MMIP Jurisdiction Barriers

Sep 16, 2026

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Senate Blocks Crypto Framework as Regulators Retain Control

Sep 16, 2026

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22 States Challenge Broader Public Charge Rule

Sep 15, 2026

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Trump’s $5,000 Dividend Faces a $1.2 Trillion Test

Sep 14, 2026

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Federal Judge Rules 50 Percent FEMA Workforce Cut Unlawful

Sep 13, 2026

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U.S. Finalizes Solar Duties on India, Indonesia and Laos

Sep 12, 2026

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DHS Moves to End Grace Period for Laid-Off Visa Workers

Sep 11, 2026

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DHS Moves to End 60-Day Grace Period for Visa Workers

Sep 10, 2026

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FCC Targets Billions in Permitting Costs as Telecom Buildout Gets New NEPA Rules

Sep 9, 2026

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Canada’s $20 Billion Tariffs Deepen U.S. Trade Standoff

Sep 8, 2026

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Supreme Court Faces New Bid to Revive Mail-Ballot Rules

Sep 7, 2026

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Appeals Court Blocks Federal Citizenship Checks of Voter Rolls

Sep 6, 2026

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