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08/29/2026
Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Congressional Hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing. Senator Rand Paul had subpoenaed Fauci to testify about the origins of COVID-19. Fauci cited his constitutional right to decline answering questions.
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Community News
Read Section →Supreme Court to Consider Benchmark Requirement in ERISA Lawsuits
The Supreme Court will review a case concerning retirement plan investments. The decision could affect how participants challenge investment performance and potentially impact employer-sponsored retirement plans nationwide. The case focuses on whether plaintiffs must identify a 'meaningful benchmark' when alleging underperforming funds.
Aug 29
Trump Addresses Economic Policy, Tariffs in Michigan Visit
Aug 29
U.S. and Iran Implement Pause in Military Actions Amid Calls for Diplomacy
Aug 29
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Intervention on Mail-In Voting Restrictions
Aug 29
Community Sports
Read Section →Men's Final Four Teams Reconfigure Rosters Ahead of New Season
Four elite men's basketball programs are actively reshaping their rosters. Teams manage player departures and arrivals via the transfer portal. This strategic movement aims to bolster competitiveness for the upcoming 2026 season.
Aug 29
NBA Playoff Bracket Finalized by ESPN Analyst
Aug 29
Pelicans Retain Zion Williamson Amidst Playoff Pursuit
Aug 29
McIlroy Secures Green Jacket at 2026 Masters, Scheffler Misses Cut
Aug 29
NFL Draft Focus: Cowboys Explore Top-10 Defensive Trades, Rodgers Update
Aug 29
State News
Read Section →Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Congressional Hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing. Senator Rand Paul had subpoenaed Fauci to testify about the origins of COVID-19. Fauci cited his constitutional right to decline answering questions.
Aug 29
Iran Manages Regional Tensions with Limited Engagements
Aug 29
EEOC Proposes End to Employer Demographic Reporting Requirement
Aug 29
GOP Dissension Emerges Over Proposed Budget Plan
Aug 29
U.S. and Saudi Arabia Reach Nuclear Cooperation Understanding
Aug 29
National
Read Section →EEOC Proposes End to Employer Demographic Reporting Requirement
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission plans to stop requiring private sector employers to submit annual workforce demographic data. This proposal would end a mandate that has been in place for six decades, affecting tens of thousands of businesses.
Aug 29
House Passes Bill to Extend Government Funding
Aug 29
Supreme Court to Consider Benchmark Requirement in ERISA Lawsuits
Aug 29
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