Congress is working on a resolution to limit President Donald Trump's ability to take military action against Iran without congressional approval. This move follows concerns over the administration's approach to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Some lawmakers who previously opposed such efforts are now reconsidering their stance.
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Congress wants to limit Trump's power to conduct military actions against Iran.
Past attempts to limit his military authority were unsuccessful.
President Trump issued strong warnings about the Iran conflict, raising concerns about nuclear weapons.
A new war powers resolution may soon be introduced in the House.
Some Democrats and Republicans are leading the effort to pass this resolution.
Two Democrats who previously opposed the resolution now support it.
The House narrowly voted down the last war powers resolution.
There is a similar effort in the Senate to support a war powers resolution.
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A Democratic Senate candidate from Maine, Graham Platner, suggests there are strong reasons to consider impeaching two Supreme Court justices. He did not specify which justices but emphasized the importance of electing Senate members who would use their power to take such actions. Trust in the Supreme Court is low, as shown by a recent Gallup poll.
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Graham Platner is a Democratic candidate for Senate from Maine.
Platner mentioned a "compelling case" for impeaching two Supreme Court justices but didn't name them.
A Gallup poll in October 2025 found only 49% of Americans trust the Supreme Court.
Platner leads in polls against Maine Governor Janet Mills for the Democratic nomination.
He also leads against Senator Susan Collins in recent polls.
The Maine primary election is scheduled for June 9, 2026.
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
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A nine-foot alligator was found in a pool area at a home in Tampa, Florida, on March 29. The Tampa Police Department responded, and a specialist safely removed the alligator.
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Homeowners in Tampa, Florida, thought they had a human intruder.
It turned out to be a nine-foot alligator.
The sighting occurred in the early hours of March 29.
Tampa Police Department officers responded to the call.
A specialist successfully handled and removed the alligator.
The event was captured on body camera footage.
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Chris Taylor has won a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court, increasing the liberal majority. The court is expected to address issues like redistricting, election results, and reproductive rights. The change in court dynamics follows a series of high-profile and costly judicial elections in the state.
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Chris Taylor has been elected to Wisconsin’s Supreme Court, replacing conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley.
The court now has a liberal majority that is likely to last until at least 2030.
Wisconsin’s Supreme Court could decide on redistricting issues related to a congressional map that favors Republicans.
The court might also deal with disputes over election results, similar to issues following the 2020 presidential election.
Reproductive rights, especially regarding abortion laws, could be another major issue for the court.
Last year, Wisconsin’s judicial race was among the most expensive, with over $100 million spent.
Another seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court will open next year as Justice Annette Ziegler will not seek reelection.
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Two men, Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi, are accused of attempting to bomb a protest outside the New York City mayor's home in support of the Islamic State group. They allegedly intended to kill up to 60 people, but the bombs did not detonate, and nobody was injured.
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Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi, from Pennsylvania, allegedly planned the attack during an anti-Islam protest on March 7.
The bombs were thrown outside Gracie Mansion, the official residence of NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
The suspects allegedly aimed to make the attack larger than the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing.
A notebook with bomb-making materials and planning details was found in their car.
Balat and Kayumi were arrested and have remained in custody since March 7.
Both suspects reportedly expressed allegiance to the Islamic State group.
Dashcam videos showed the men discussing their attack plans.
No bombs detonated during the attack, and no injuries occurred.
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The FDA has issued a warning about DTF Sexual Chocolate, a sexual enhancement product, after discovering it contains hidden prescription drugs, sildenafil and tadalafil. Nalpac voluntarily recalled the product, and the FDA urged consumers not to use it.
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The FDA found unlisted prescription drugs in DTF Sexual Chocolate.
Sildenafil and tadalafil are drugs for erectile dysfunction that should not be in dietary supplements.
These drugs can be dangerous if taken without a doctor, especially for people with heart issues or on certain medications.
Nalpac recalled the product nationwide after the FDA's findings.
No health issues related to the product have been reported yet.
Consumers are advised to stop using the product and consult a doctor if needed.
The FDA issued a class 1 risk alert for similar products, indicating potential serious health risks.
The FDA warns against assuming products labeled as "natural" are safe, especially those claiming sexual performance benefits.
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Public health officials in Apache County, Arizona, have confirmed the first human case of plague in the county since 2015. The patient has recovered, and the risk to the public is considered low as investigators look into how the exposure happened. Officials emphasize that the disease, which is treatable with antibiotics, most commonly spreads through infected fleas or animals.
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Apache County, Arizona, reported its first human case of plague since 2015.
The patient has fully recovered after medical treatment.
Authorities are investigating how the person got infected but found no evidence of the disease spreading from person to person.
Plague is a disease that occurs naturally in the southwestern United States, in rodents and fleas.
Symptoms of plague include fever, chills, headache, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes.
Only one human plague case has been confirmed in the U.S. in 2026.
New Mexico reported the first animal plague case of 2026 in a dog, which recovered after treatment.
Health officials advise people to avoid contact with wild rodents and use flea control on pets.
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Eric Swalwell, a congressman, faces allegations of sexual harassment, which he denies. These claims have negatively affected his chances in the race for California governor. Swalwell's campaign dismisses the allegations as false and politically motivated.
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Eric Swalwell is running for governor of California.
Allegations of sexual harassment have surfaced against Swalwell.
Swalwell denies the allegations, saying they are politically motivated lies.
The claims have caused Swalwell's odds of winning in prediction markets to drop.
A campaign spokesperson stated that no staffers have signed non-disclosure agreements.
Polls show a close race between Swalwell and other candidates like Tom Steyer and Steve Hilton.
Swalwell leads a recent poll with 17% ahead of some other candidates.
The accusations were mentioned by Cheyenne Hunt but remain unverified.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has been in office for 100 days and holds a positive approval rating. A poll shows 48 percent of city residents approve of his work, a smaller percentage than his predecessor Eric Adams had at the same time in his term. Approval ratings vary greatly across different groups and locations within the city.
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Zohran Mamdani's approval rating is 48 percent after 100 days in office.
30 percent of New Yorkers disapprove of Mamdani’s performance, while 23 percent are unsure.
Eric Adams had a 61 percent approval rating at the same point in his mayoralty.
The poll was conducted by Marist Institute, with 1,454 adults in New York City participating.
Mamdani has stronger support among younger residents and those in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Support varies by political affiliation: 63 percent of Democrats approve, but only 25 percent of Republicans do.
57 percent of Staten Island residents disapprove of Mamdani's job as mayor.
The margin of error for the poll is plus or minus 3.3 percentage points.
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The article discusses how the MAGA political movement, associated with President Donald Trump, is handling challenges as it imagines a future without Trump on the ballot. It explores tensions within the movement, highlighted by Trump's disagreements with figures like Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene, as the movement tries to stay unified.
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MAGA stands for "Make America Great Again," a movement linked to President Donald Trump.
The movement has survived various challenges, including political scandals and Trump's 2020 election loss.
Trump disagreed with Tucker Carlson over U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, showcasing internal conflicts in MAGA.
Carlson criticized the strikes as contrary to MAGA's original anti-intervention stance.
Trump has labeled Carlson "not MAGA" due to their differing views.
Trump also broke ties with Marjorie Taylor Greene, who criticized him on several issues.
MAGA saw a political test in Georgia's 14th District, where a pro-MAGA candidate won a runoff election by a narrower margin than expected.
These events indicate ongoing tensions within MAGA as it looks toward future leadership beyond Trump.
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Missouri lawmakers are working on a bill to make it harder to qualify for food assistance through SNAP and MO HealthNet. The proposed changes focus on stricter rules for proving eligibility, especially concerning non-citizens, and would change how household income is counted. The bill still needs approval from the state Senate.
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Missouri proposes stricter rules for SNAP, which helps people with food.
The bill affects nearly 650,000 Missouri SNAP recipients.
Non-citizens would need specific immigration status to qualify for benefits.
Applicants must prove citizenship or valid immigration status when applying.
The current rule prevents checking a parent’s legal status if applying for a child.
The bill would toughen penalties for not providing proof of status.
Law uses federal verification systems to check applicant status.
The bill would fully count income from ineligible household members.
There is an effort to prioritize healthier food choices in SNAP.
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A family traveling with Delta Airlines faced issues when their seats were scattered across different rows, despite booking and paying extra for seats together six months in advance. The airline cited automatic systems as the reason, which sometimes fail to flag such disruptions. This issue has raised concerns about airlines' seating practices, especially for families with young children.
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A family booked a Delta flight six months ahead, including special seating for a child with a disability.
They found out a day before departure that their seats were scattered, not together.
Delta airlines said the problem was due to an automated system not flagging the disruption.
Other passengers shared similar experiences of family seating issues on Reddit.
U.S. airlines are under pressure to ease family seat arrangements without extra fees.
Delta's policy allows passengers to manage their seats before departure, but availability can change.
Families with small children or those with disabilities face added challenges due to seating changes.
Newsweek reached out to Delta and the family for further comments.
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President Donald Trump's approval among Republicans has decreased according to a recent poll. This comes during international conflicts and upcoming U.S. elections. The poll shows a slight decline in support within his party, but overall backing remains strong.
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President Trump’s approval among Republicans dropped from 81% to 77%.
His job performance rating also fell from 80% to 76%.
The poll was conducted nationally with 1,464 adults from March 31 to April 2, 2026.
The poll's margin of error is ±2.7 percentage points.
The survey indicates a slight decrease, but overall support remains high historically.
The poll was carried out by the Issues & Insights/TIPP, known for accurate election predictions.
The decrease occurs amid international tensions, particularly related to Iran.
The results may influence political strategies ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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New research from ConsumerAffairs highlights varying conditions for renters across U.S. states based on affordability, availability, quality of life, and tenant protections. North Dakota ranks as the top state for renters, while Florida ranks lowest due to high costs and weak tenant protections. President Donald Trump has expressed plans to enhance homeownership in the country.
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ConsumerAffairs ranked U.S. states for renters using four metrics: affordability, availability, quality of life, and tenant protections.
North Dakota ranked first due to low median rents and high rental availability.
Colorado, ranked second, benefited from tenant protections despite higher median rents.
Florida ranked last due to high rental costs and lack of tenant protection laws.
President Trump aims to promote homeownership by adjusting mortgage rates and limiting investor purchases of single-family homes.
Recent trends show national rent prices are decreasing, with softening pricing conditions expected to continue.
States like North Dakota and Minnesota offer strong rental environments through different strengths in key categories.
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A new bill in California, Assembly Bill 2600, aims to provide state-funded legal representation to undocumented immigrants facing deportation proceedings. This bill seeks to expand previous legislation signed in 2025 and is currently being reviewed by the state Legislature.
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Assembly Bill 2600 was proposed by Assemblymember Mia Bonta from Oakland.
The bill aims to provide legal aid for undocumented immigrants in California facing deportation.
It expands on an earlier bill, AB 1261, which was signed into law in 2025.
Critics argue about the use of taxpayer money for legal aid in these cases.
The bill has passed an initial Assembly policy hearing and is undergoing further review.
Under President Trump's administration, there have been over 10,000 arrests of undocumented immigrants in California.
ICE deported at least 8,250 people from California in the first nine months of 2025.
The Department of Homeland Security has acknowledged these enforcement actions.
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A recent poll shows that New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has the lowest approval rating in Staten Island compared to other New York City boroughs. Overall, Mamdani's performance is rated positively by 48% of respondents, but only 27% approve of him in Staten Island.
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Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York.
A new poll was conducted by Marist Poll between March 26 and 31.
In Staten Island, only 27% of people approve of Mamdani's performance, while 57% disapprove.
In the Bronx, 45% approve, and 19% disapprove of Mamdani.
In Brooklyn, 54% approve, and 26% disapprove.
In Manhattan, 55% approve, and 29% disapprove.
In Queens, 42% approve, and 34% disapprove.
The poll surveyed 1,454 adults with a margin of error of +/- 3.3 percentage points.
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A video clip of Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the wife of California Governor Gavin Newsom, has resurfaced and sparked criticism from some conservative figures. In the 2016 interview, she discussed a childhood accident that resulted in her sister's death and compared it to crimes committed by inmates, which critics argue was inappropriate.
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The clip is from a 2016 interview with Jennifer Siebel Newsom.
Siebel Newsom was discussing her documentary "The Mask You Live In."
She mentioned a childhood accident where her sister died.
Some critics say she compared her experience to inmates serving life sentences.
The video has received backlash from right-wing commentators.
Riley Gaines and Donald Trump Jr. criticized the remarks publicly.
Utah Senator Mike Lee disagreed with Siebel Newsom’s comparison.
Newsom’s office was contacted for a comment regarding the situation.
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Recent polls show Republicans gaining ground on Democrats in upcoming U.S. congressional elections, even as President Donald Trump's approval ratings hit low points. Surveys indicate a smaller but continuing lead for Democrats, while Trump's approval remains low.
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New polling data indicates Republicans are closing the gap with Democrats in congressional race preferences.
President Trump's approval rating is low, with around 41.4% approving according to Real Clear Polling's average.
In a late March survey, 39% supported Democrats, while 33% supported Republicans for Congress.
By early April, Republicans gained support, with 36% favoring them and 38% still backing Democrats.
Democrats have a broader polling advantage, with Real Clear Polling showing them at 47.5% and Republicans at 41.8%.
Multiple polls report President Trump's disapproval ratings are higher than his approval.
Despite low approval ratings for Trump, Republicans show some recovery signs in poll preferences for Congress.
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A man described on Reddit how he is subtly getting back at his wife's friend for a perceived insult during a wedding. After the friend made a comment about his wife's appearance, he began giving her ambiguous compliments at social events to confuse her. The story gained significant attention online, with many Reddit users joining in to provide their own suggestions for similar remarks.
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The man shared his story on Reddit about his actions against his wife's friend.
The incident began at a wedding where the friend commented on the wife's appearance.
The man decided to respond by giving the friend unclear "compliments" at gatherings.
These comments are intentionally confusing to make the friend unsure if they are real compliments.
The Reddit post quickly went viral, receiving 36,000 upvotes in under 24 hours.
Reddit users participated by suggesting more lines for the man to use.
Newsweek covered the story but could not verify the details.
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A mother limited her 14-year-old son's girlfriend visits to three times a week, from nearly every day, to maintain family balance at home. The decision sparked online discussion, with some suggesting the frequent visits might relate to the girlfriend's home life.
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A mother restricted her son’s girlfriend from visiting their home more than three times a week.
Before the change, the girlfriend visited 5-6 days a week.
The son disagreed with this new rule, but the mother’s husband supported it.
Some online comments speculated the girlfriend might have issues at home, leading her to visit frequently.
Experts say teenage relationships can feel intense and often take up a lot of time.
Guidance suggests parents should let teens have relationships but maintain household rules.
The mother clarified her decision was to maintain home space, not due to any dislike for the girlfriend.
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