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Appeals court questions effort to dismantle three federal agencies
Judges pressed the administration over attempts to reduce three congressionally created agencies by cutting staff, grants and services.
New U.S. law expands sanctions pressure on Russia
The measure targets Russian officials, banks and a shadow tanker fleet while giving the president wider tariff authority tied to Russian energy purchases.
Missouri congressional-map fight remains active before the midterms
Courts and election officials are still dealing with the consequences of a disputed redistricting plan as ballot deadlines approach.
House leaves Washington early with major disputes unresolved
Lawmakers left for the campaign trail while fights over war powers, oversight and other unfinished legislation remained open.
Washington debates how much AI risk companies should be required to control
The policy fight is shifting from whether AI carries major risks to who should be responsible for preventing them.