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Newsom appoints a new California utilities regulator with a mandate to cut costs

The state’s primary utility regulator is under new management. Gov. Gavin Newsom promoted Commissioner John Reynolds to president of the California Public Utilities Commission this week as part of a “new phase” of Newsom’s effort to address sky-high power …

Sullivan focuses on partisan attacks during election year speech to Alaska Legislature

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, issued a barrage of attacks against former President Joe Biden and other Democrats during the senator’s annual address to the Alaska Legislature on Wednesday. Sullivan, who is seeking reelection to a third term this fall, …

Senator Sullivan discusses the LNG Pipeline, Greenland with Alaska’s News Source

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - Senator Dan Sullivan visited Fairbanks this week, where he sat down with Alaska’s News Source to discuss various topics from around the state and the nation. Claiming that Alaska is coming back after former President Joe …

‘India is being singled out’: California lawmaker Brad Sherman slams Trump over tariffs

Congressman Brad Sherman has taken direct aim at the Trump administration over its trade approach, accusing the White House of applying double standards when it comes to countries buying energy from Russia. The Democratic lawmaker from California said the …

Bernie Sanders warns of ‘billionaire class’ as California wealth tax fight intensifies

In summary “They believe they have the divine right to rule,” U.S. Sen Bernie Sanders told a crowd in Los Angeles Wednesday night. A proposed ballot measure would tax billionaires’ net worth by 5% for health care and schools, but top Democrats say it will …

US automakers caught in crossfire of Trump, California EV battle

By Chris Kirkham LOS ANGELES, Feb 19 (Reuters) - A legal clash between the Trump administration and California over auto-pollution rules is coming to a head, with enormous financial implications for EV makers including Tesla and traditional automakers …

Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs in a major blow to the president

WASHINGTON — Delivering a major blow to President Donald Trump, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled that he exceeded his authority when imposing sweeping tariffs using a law reserved for a national emergency. The justices, divided 6-3, held that Trump's …

US Supreme Court strikes down swath of Trump’s global tariffs

WASHINGTON (AP)  — The US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. The decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers …

Sen. Sullivan defends approach to Trump administration during address to Alaska Legislature

Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan delivers his annual address to the Legislature on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the state Capitol in Juneau. (Mari Kanagy / ADN) JUNEAU — U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan defended his stance on the administration of President …

Katie Porter’s Chances of Winning California Primary: Poll

Former Representative and Democratic candidate for California governor Katie Porter is polling second behind Congressman Eric Swalwell with Democrats and fourth overall, a new poll from Emerson on Wednesday shows. Newsweek reached out to political analysts …

West Coast, Messed Coast™ — Pot Tax Was Supposed to Help Kids, but Look Where It's Going Instead

Welcome to your weekly West Coast, Messed Coast™ report, covering the tidbits, outrages, and whoppers of Washington, Oregon, and California. And hoo boy, have we got some specimens for you this week.  It's a jump ball, however. Shall we lead with the …

10 times Donald Trump mixed up names and places - including entire continents

President Donald Trump has made numerous verbal mistakes during public speeches, mixing up countries, confusing members of the Royal Family, and making geographical errors at rallies Maria Letícia Gomes GAU Writer 14:00, 20 Feb 2026Updated 14:38, 20 Feb …

Donald Trump's biggest world stage gaffes from Obama blunder to royal mistake

Donald Trump has a long history of making false or misleading claims, and has also been known to mix up names, places and facts during his speeches. Maria Letícia Gomes GAU Writer 09:00 ET, 20 Feb 2026 10 times Donald Trump mixed up names, places and facts …

10 times Donald Trump mixed up names, places and facts during speeches

10 times Trump mixed up names, places and facts President Donald Trump can't always be described as the most proficient diplomat, or most attentive to detail when it comes to public speeches. In fact, an extensive analysis made by the Washington Post …

U.S.-Mexico Border Update: anti-drone weapons, DHS shutdown, detention warehouses, border wall, January data

With this series of updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at the U.S.-Mexico border. See past updates here. Your donation to WOLA is crucial to keeping these paywall-free and ad-free Updates going. Please contribute now and support …

Four Years of War in Europe

If, at the outset in 2022, many saw Russia’s war against Ukraine as a regional conflict that might be contained, its nature as a global geopolitical turning point has become ever clearer. The invasion that Moscow launched four years ago next week has …

Public comment opens on new Tongass plan

The U.S. Forest Service announced in the Federal Register Wednesday that it is preparing to update the Tongass National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan to align with executive orders that President Trump issued when he took office last year. Also …

Sen. Cantwell, WA elections officials slam Trump-backed voter ID bill

Sen. Maria Cantwell and top Washington elections officials warned Thursday a strict voter identification bill moving through Congress could sow chaos before the midterm elections and potentially prevent millions from voting. The SAVE America Act, passed by …

Did You Know These Black Celebs Are Trump Supporters?

Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images; Kyle Mazza/Anadolu via Getty Images; Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images As President Donald J. Trump gears up for his State of the Union address on Feb. 24, we thought it’d be fitting to take a look at some of his …

National Leaders Convene in Alexandria, VA to Advance Scalable Faith-Based Housing Solutions

From land to impact: National leaders convene to transform faith-owned assets into scalable, mission-driven housing solutions. ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Restoring Hope and Building Opportunities …

AAFA Reacts to Supreme Court Tariff Decision, Urges Expeditious Refunds

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Apparel & Footwear Association today welcomed the Supreme Court opinion, invalidating the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to …

World Crimes In Today’s International Law: Custodians Of The Law As Perpetrators

Professor Dr Simon Eyong delivers a bold and timely critique of global institutions tasked with upholding justice yet entangled in political contradictions. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era …

Controversial Bulldozing Proposal for LA’s Ballona Wetlands Doubles in Price to Up to Almost Half a Billion Dollars

Stunned silence greeted the admission that the cost of one of California's most divisive proposals has doubled in price to up to 400-million dollars. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a high-stakes …

Global Immigration Partners PLLC Releases Practical Guide to Help Investors Evaluate Approved EB-5 Regional Centers

A guide to help investors navigate one of the most critical decisions in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor process: selecting a USCIS-approved EB-5 Regional Center. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How to …

NBCI, NCTSP and ACHDC Endorse the Nat'l Medical Association Vaccine Statement as Guidance for All African Americans

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities comprising 27.7 million, endorses the recent statements from …

Honoring America’s Veterans Launches New Podcast to Amplify Veterans Voices

Honoring America's Veterans launches a new podcast featuring candid conversations with veterans. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Honoring America’s Veterans (HAV) is expanding its mission from the parade …

The Honorable Carol J. Chumney Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carol Chumney is a name some might recognize. That is because she continues to lead a dynamic career in Tennessee legal and political arenas. Ms. Chumney served as an attorney, a …

Veterans Radio Joins NVBDC’s MVO Task Force to Amplify Veteran Voices Nationwide

NVBDC announces that Veterans Radio has joined the NVBDC MVO Task Force, expanding access to Veteran-focused media, education, and information. TROY, MI, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Veteran Business …

U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 84 Border-Related Cases This Week

SAN DIEGO – Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 84 border-related cases this week, including charges of bringing in aliens for financial gain, reentering the U.S. after deportation, and importation of controlled substances. The …

Eleven Gang Members and Associates Indicted on Racketeering, Attempted Murder, Murder Conspiracy and Drug Trafficking ...

A four-count indictment was unsealed in the Middle District of Florida charging 11 defendants – all alleged Sex Money Murder-24K (SMM-24K) gang members and associates – with crimes including racketeering (RICO) conspiracy, attempted and conspiracy to …

New Orleans Man Sentenced to 41 Months Imprisonment for Sending Obscene Videos to Person He Believed was a Fifteen-Year-...

Sex Offender Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Enticement Of 15-Year-Old Girl In Dutchess County

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced today that DEREK HASSELBRINK, a/k/a “Derek Spear,” was sentenced to 15 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Nelson S. Román for enticing a minor to engage in …

Ohio Man Sentenced to Prison for Making Threats Against Law Enforcement and Illegal Gun Possession

A 34-year-old man from Knox County, Ohio, has been sentenced to prison for making threats to harm law enforcement officers, advocating for a violent revolution against the federal government, and for illegally possessing a firearm.

Long Island Child Therapist Sentenced to 84 Months for Distributing Child Pornography

Earlier today, in federal court in Central Islip, Renee Hoberman, also known as “Rina,” a licensed social worker, was sentenced by United States District Judge Joanna Seybert to 84 months’ imprisonment for receipt and distribution of child pornography.

Former VA Employee Sentenced to Prison for Stealing Almost $200K in Unauthorized Purchases on Work-issued Credit Card

A federal employee and his accomplice have been sentenced for their roles in a scheme to resell electronic and digital devices that were purchased with a government-issued credit card.

A Central Point, Oregon, Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Felon in Possession of a Firearm

A Central Point, Oregon, man was sentenced to federal prison today for felon in possession of a firearm after he and his co-defendants targeted an elderly victim and stole over $250,000 worth of gold, cash, and firearms.

Hope Hull Man Sentenced in Federal Court for Stealing Firearms from Montgomery Gun Store

Trinitarios Gang Member Convicted Of Murder, Attempted Murder, And Racketeering

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that a jury found RAMON RODRIGUEZ, a/k/a “Pollo,” guilty today of murder in aid of racketeering, attempted murder in aid of racketeering, firearms offenses, and …

Florida Man Charged with Shooting at Uber Driver and Possession of Illegal Firearms and Narcotics

A Miami man made his first appearance in federal court today after a grand jury in Miami charged him with drug crimes, using and firing a gun as part of the drug crime, and illegal firearm possession by a prior felon relating to his prior felony conviction …