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Schumer says Senate agenda includes ban on official stock trading
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer stated that the legislative agenda includes a ban on elected officials trading stocks.
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Hegseth Impeachment
Defense Secretary may face congressional impeachment vote next week
Hegseth may face an impeachment vote in the House as early as next week.
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Justice Department launches unit to counter foreign AI threats
The US Justice Department has formed a new team focused on stopping hostile nations from leveraging artificial intelligence systems.
Amazon Antitrust
Ftc accuses Amazon of rigging ad auctions
The Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint alleging that Amazon manipulated its advertising auction system. The agency claims the company engaged in practices that distorted the bidding process.
Marijuana Descheduling
Trump adviser says president would sign standalone marijuana descheduling bill
A senior White House official reportedly stated that Trump intends to sign a bill removing marijuana from federal schedules if Democrats pass a standalone version in January. The president is said to oppose the broader MORE Act, which includes additional provisions like expungements and taxes.
Prediction Markets
Cftc clears Stx to run prediction market infrastructure
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission granted Stx approval to operate as an authorized venue and clearing entity for prediction market developers.
Epstein Investigation
JPMorgan shares dip on Epstein probe rumors
JPMorgan stock declined after reports emerged that Senate Democrats plan to examine the bank's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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