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U.S. Senate Banking Committee chair calls on Huang, Lutnick to testify

Open this photo in gallery:Then-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick at the G20 Innovation Ministerial summit in North Carolina on Sept. 2.Jonathan Drake/Reuters U.S. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott sent …

Generations of Firsts: MS pioneers celebrate Scott Colom’s historic U.S. Senate win

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Democrat Scott Colom has defeated Republican incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race. He is the first African American to win a statewide seat in Mississippi in more than 150 years. Hyde-Smith conceded …

Richard Posner, viewed as one of the most influential judges outside the US Supreme Court, dies at 87

Federal Judge Richard Posner poses in his chambers in Chicago July 2, 2012. The U.S. judge who tossed out one of the biggest court cases in Apple Inc's smartphone technology battle thinks policymakers should examine whether patents should cover softw …

Legal expert on White House warning to Democrats over possible Trump investigations

Maryland's Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for U.S. Senate leadership post

Play Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Democratic Sen. Chris Van …

China’s access to Nvidia chips in doubt as curbs gain traction in U.S. Congress

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said on Thursday there was growing consensus in Congress on limiting chip exports to China after a spy scandal forced out Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Huang stepped down after reports of a romantic relationship with a …

Senator Van Hollen challenges Schumer for Democratic leadership in the U.S. Senate.

Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen, known for his criticisms of Israel, has made public his intention to compete for the leadership of the new Democratic majority in the United States Senate after the midterm elections, with the aim of ousting Chuck …

After Influence Peddling Claims, White House Restricts Lobbyist Meetings

President Trump’s new White House chief of staff is wasting little time trying to differentiate himself from his predecessor. The office of Stephen Miller, a longtime Trump aide who was elevated to chief of staff last week after Susie Wiles was ousted, …

US Supreme Court Title IX Rulings Weaken Seattle Transgender Athletes Fight

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced that she and the city would back the Seattle School Board’s unanimous vote to begin legal action to block enforcement of Initiative 638, which requires separating boys and girls in K-12 sports in Washington state. …

U.S. Congress steps up scrutiny of Trump and Nvidia after Huang exit

WASHINGTON – Key U.S. lawmakers on Thursday called for clarity on what the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump knew about Nvidia chief Jensen Huang’s extramarital affair with a woman suspected of spying for China, after the artificial …

Van Hollen challenges Schumer for U.S. Senate Democratic leadership

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 (Xinhua) -- U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, announced Thursday that he would challenge Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer for the position of Senate majority leader when Democrats take control of the chamber …

Democrats Eye Strict New Limits on White House Budget Powers

Nearly two years ago, Democrats could do little more than watch as President Trump seized control of the U.S. budget, slashing billions of dollars and firing droves of civil workers in a downsizing that Congress never authorized. Now, as the party prepares …

US Senate asks Huang, Lutnick to testify on Nvidia

United States Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott has asked former Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to testify over recent developments at the chipmaker. What do we know? Huang resigned from Nvidia after …

Ken Paxton finalizes divorce from state Sen. Angela Paxton days after his U.S. Senate loss

Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy, and give us feedback. Just over a week after he lost his bid for the U.S. Senate, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s divorce from his wife, state Sen. …

Mississippi voters elect Scott Colom in historic U.S. Senate race

Scott Colom made history this week after defeating incumbent U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, securing a seat in Washington and becoming the first African American man elected to the U.S. Senate from Mississippi since the Reconstruction era. Twin States News …

Pence leaves door open to 2028 White House run, issues stark warning to GOP after midterm disaster

Former Vice President Mike Pence, in an exclusive Fox News Digital interview, leaves door open to 2028 White House run and warns GOP must abandon Trump-era policy shifts NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! EXCLUSIVE - Former Vice President Mike …

El-Sayed backs Maryland’s Chris Van Hollen as US Senate majority leader battle begins

Democratic U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland on Thursday evening announced that he would challenge the party’s U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York for the majority leadership position — and Michigan’s incoming junior senator-elect, …

US Congress Democrats plot 'must-have' victories in 2027

​Democrats poised to take full control of the US Congress next year are aiming ‌for ​a fast start in the opening weeks of January, with what they say will be a response to voters' top concerns in the aftermath of the party's huge wins on November 3 …

Stephen A Smith taunts the Dallas Cowboys outside the White House just minutes after his Donald Trump interview

By MAX WINTERS, US DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 21:03 EST, 12 November 2026 | Updated: 22:44 EST, 12 November 2026 Stephen A Smith aimed a brutal shot at the Dallas Cowboys just moments after he left the White House following his interview with …

FEDCON Alerts Veteran-Owned Small Businesses to Historic Doubling of Federal Contracting Goals for FY 2027

A top consulting firm for government contracts, is sounding the alarm. The SBA just announced new goals for federal contracting in 2027 TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big changes are coming to federal …

Author C.R. Owens Prepares to Unveil Crown of Ashes, the Explosive Conclusion to His Political Thriller Trilogy

Following the success of The Brick in the Holy Door and The Seal of Fire, Owens prepares to conclude his gripping, reality-inspired trilogy with Crown of Ashes DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning …

New Jersey Policy Institute and ACE Scholarships Launch NJ Teachers Public School Tutoring Fund

New fund will pay New Jersey teachers to give public school students high-impact tutoring, at no cost to state or local budgets. NJ, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New Jersey Policy Institute (NJPI) and ACE …

Research Finds Average State-Level Pharmacy Benefit Manager Market Concentration More Than Doubled Over the Last Decade

Two factors that shape how patients access medicines — formulary tiering and community pharmacy closures — also rose over the same period. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) …

Men's Health Network Welcomes Updated Prostate Cancer Screening Guideline, Calls for Broader Action with Early Detection

Updated PSA screening guidelines mark an important step forward in early detection, preventive care, & men's health. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Men's Health Network (MHN), a national …

UnchainedTV Wins Anthem Award for Groundbreaking Environmental Short Documentary: The Climate Healers

HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UnchainedTV, the pioneering 501(c)(3) non-profit streaming news and entertainment network dedicated to plant-based living, animal rights, and environmental sustainability, has …

Dr. Michael C. Threatt Celebrates Third Website of the Year Award and Encourages Public Housing Authorities to Rebrand

Three Website of the Year Awards in Seven Years Across Two States Highlight the Power of Rebranding, Digital Transformation, and Strategic Public Communication GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Michael C …

New survey finds that parents are deeply concerned about the risks AI integration in schools poses to their children

New IFS data shows parents from all backgrounds are fearful of the harms AI might pose to students and divided about its potential benefits. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parents have become more …

Veylo and Thunderyard Join Forces to Bring AI-Driven Modernization to Federal Agencies

Thunderyard Solutions will run the Veylo AI modernization platform across the entire software development lifecycle FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thunderyard Solutions, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small …

Physical Activity Alliance Applauds New Research Strengthening Case for Physical Activity as Public Health Priority

New review finds physical activity and fitness are more strongly linked to longevity than diet alone, reinforcing movement as a national public health priority. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Physical …

Dr. Le'Marqunita Lowe Opens Pre-Orders for a History Book Examining Black Women's Role in American Historiography

New publication, scheduled for Jan. 1, 2027, explores how Black women have shaped historical scholarship and influenced the teaching of American history. SAN JOSE , CA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ph.D. Researcher and …

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Dates for the 30th Annual Enchanted Trolley Tour

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports and Entertainment announced the 30th Annual Enchanted Trolley Tour. This year’s tour will visit 16 neighborhoods across Boston on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6.  “For 30 years …

Veridas Successfully Integrates its Identity Verification Solutions with Epic to Secure Digital Healthcare Access

Affiliated community doctors and support staff can verify their identity instantly to gain immediate, secure access to a hospital's Epic instance BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - Immediate Direct …

NEW BOOK RECLAIMS THE CULTURAL, ECOLOGICAL, AND INTELLECTUAL HISTORY OF MITHILA

Satish Jha’s "Mithila: A Civilisation in Slow Fire" offers a critical, multi-layered inquiry into ancient Gangetic polities and modern floodscapes WELLESELY, MA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Satish Jha’s definitive …

Iris Albizu Named Among 2026 Top Attorneys by Austin Monthly

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Albizu Law Firm is pleased to announce that its owner and managing attorney, Iris Albizu, has been named among the 2026 Top Attorneys by Austin Monthly® in the immigration law …

City of Boston Upgrades BOS:311 App to Streamline Services for Residents

Upgrade implements simpler mobile non-emergency reporting, including real-time status, photo intelligence, precise geo-tagging, and improved accessibility Today, the City of Boston released a major update to its official non-emergency reporting mobile and …

Whiteman Airport Coalition Endorses Scenario 1 to Preserve and Modernize the LA County Airport

Coalition survey finds overwhelming support for keeping Whiteman Airport open, expanding aviation businesses and investing in its future. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Whiteman Airport Coalition has …

“We Render You the Highest Salute”: President Trump Honors America’s Veterans on Hallowed Ground at Arlington

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The Vierra Group and Teya Diversified Services Join the 2026 Big Blue Bash in Support of America’s Law Enforcement

PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two companies with a shared commitment to serving the nation are coming together to support the federal law enforcement officers who protect it and the families who stand beside them …

Virginia General Assembly Honors Sobrius CEO Nelson Smith with Joint Resolution for Leadership in Behavioral Health

Senator Creigh Deeds presented Senate Joint Resolution No. 157 to the former Virginia behavioral health commissioner for "exemplary service to the Commonwealth" GALAX, VA, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sobrius …