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09/06/2026 · Preston County
Senate Advances Attorney General Nomination, Passes Russia Sanctions Amid Internal Divisions
The U.S. Senate advanced Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. Senators also approved new sanctions against Russia. Other legislative items remain stalled due to disagreements within the Republican party.
Trump Reinitiates Process to Remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
President Donald Trump has renewed his efforts to remove Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Lisa Cook. The White House sent Cook a letter on August 5, stating it is considering her removal based on allegations of mortgage fraud. Cook has 21 days to respond to these claims.
09/05/2026
Oil Prices Rise Amid U.S.-Iran Sanctions and Strait Demands
Oil prices increased following Iran's demands concerning the Strait of Hormuz. The United States announced additional sanctions against Iran. Questions persist regarding the status of ongoing negotiations.
09/05/2026
ICE Proposes Legal Insurance for Local Officers in Immigration Arrests
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement introduces a plan to offer legal insurance to local police officers. The initiative seeks to protect officers from potential financial liabilities arising from on-duty misconduct allegations during immigration arrests.
09/05/2026
Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General
The Senate has confirmed Todd Blanche as the new U.S. Attorney General. Blanche previously served as personal attorney to former President Donald Trump.
09/05/2026
ICE Body Camera Policy Limits Public Release of Footage
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will begin deploying body cameras to its officers within the next two months. The agency's policy states it will only release body camera video when doing so aligns with its 'best interests'. This provision grants ICE broad control over which footage becomes publicly available.
09/05/2026
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View allAttorney General McCuskey joins multi-state coalition raising concerns over Wi-Fi company’s ties to China
Other - 10/07/2026
West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach
Probate - 09/24/2026
Attorney General McCuskey Joins 20-State Coalition Alerting National Security Council to Exploitation of FDA Approved Drugs by China Supply Chain
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