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worldTrump Seeks $88 Billion in Emergency Funds, Mainly for Iran War
President Trump asks Congress for $87.6 billion in emergency spending, largely for military operations against Iran, amid growing bipartisan concern over the war’s cost and political fallout.
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cryptoTrump Blocks Housing Bill With CBDC Ban, Demands Voter ID Law
President Trump blocks signing of a housing bill that includes a four-year ban on a Federal Reserve digital dollar, demanding action on a voter ID law first. The delay jeopardizes the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act with limited Senate time left.
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cryptoCongress Probes Polymarket Insider Trading Amid Iran Conflict Surge
Polymarket faces congressional scrutiny after on-chain analysis revealed suspected insider trading in Iran conflict markets, potentially triggering strict regulations for geopolitical prediction platforms.
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financeEx-Social Security Chief: Raise Tax Cap on Wealthy to Avoid 22% Benefit Cut
Former Commissioner Martin O'Malley urges Congress to lift the payroll tax cap on high earners before the trust fund depletes in 2032, threatening automatic cuts.
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financeSocial Security Trust Fund Set to Deplete in 2032
The Social Security trust fund will run dry by late 2032, triggering a 22% benefit cut. Lawmakers and voters face urgent calls for legislative reform to preserve retirement security.
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cryptoBitcoin Rebounds After Sliding Below $60k; Congress Eyes Crypto Tax Overhaul
Bitcoin recovers to $63k after a sharp selloff. Congress introduces 7 crypto tax bills, SpaceX prices IPO at $135, and Zcash rises on Ironwood upgrade proposal.
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techWhite House AI Framework Targets State Regulatory Patchwork
Trump administration outlines seven legislative priorities for Congress, urging federal action to curb growing state-level AI regulations.
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worldTrump to Raise Taiwan Arms Sales at Summit with Xi Jinping
President Trump plans to discuss US arms sales to Taiwan during his summit with China's Xi Jinping, a move that could change decades of policy.