Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a ‘use’ of public lands
Industry groups and their Republican allies in Congress strongly opposed the rule and had lobbied to repeal it.
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Dueling term limits: Amid criticism of Lawson-Remer’s proposed charter rewrite, Anderson pitches a rival plan
Supervisor Joel Anderson’s proposed ballot measure would exempt sitting supervisors from his colleague’s proposal to extend their term limits.
Lawmakers conduct unannounced visit to Otay Mesa detention center but can’t speak with detainees
Reps. Mike Levin and Sara Jacobs were given a new ICE memo requiring the specific names of detainees to meet with, as well as signed consent.
Survey work begins for contested Trump Triumphal Arch project in Washington
The project, located between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, has sparked controversy.
Alabama attorney general announces civil probe of Southern Poverty Law Center
The probe announced Monday follows the recent federal indictment of the organization.
Venezuela’s acting president defends country’s territory and rejects Trump’s 51st state remarks
President Rodríguez defended the oil-rich Essequibo claim against Guyana at the International Court of Justice, arguing for negotiations.
Democrats ask the Supreme Court to halt a Virginia ruling blocking new congressional districts
Democrats filed an emergency appeal to halt a Virginia ruling invalidating a ballot measure for House seats.
Trump nominates David Cummins to head the TSA after a rocky period for the agency
The agency has faced challenges recently, with employees going unpaid and long security lines at airports.
Q&A: Meet Gus Mattammal, candidate for California state superintendent of public instruction
Gus Mattammal, 53, is a tutoring and test-prep company executive.
Q&A: Meet Josh Newman, candidate for California state superintendent of public instruction
Josh Newman, 61, a former Democratic state senator, is seeking California’s top schools job.