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The United States Capitol building illuminated by golden sunlight against a clear blue sky.

Democrats are winning in court on one key issue: Trump’s funding freezes

by Raymond Fernández • NOTUS January 18, 2026January 16, 2026

A person speaking at a podium with the Presidential seal, against a backdrop of a digital display.

Trump canceled temporary legal status for more than 1.5 million immigrants in 2025

by Ariana Figueroa • Stateline January 14, 2026January 9, 2026

An abstract illustration with a blue figure on a winding orange path, surrounded by a building labeled "SECTION 8", a classical building, and a green tent.

Section 8 housing assistance in jeopardy from proposed cuts, restrictions

by Robin Urevich • Capital & Main January 11, 2026January 9, 2026

A black and yellow spotted salamander crawls on dry, brown grass. The salamander's shiny skin catches the light, conveying a sense of curiosity and movement.

The Trump administration dismisses the endangered species list as ‘Hotel California.’ But there’s far more to the story

by Kiley Price • Inside Climate News January 2, 2026January 5, 2026