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With CDC in chaos, scientists and physicians piece together replacements for agency's lost work
The CDC is in turmoil, with outside groups stepping in to handle work once done by the agency. The upheaval follows Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s sweeping restructuring and downsizing of the Atlanta-based agency.
Democrats see crime as a major problem. Their party is struggling to address it
A new AP-NORC poll finds that while most Democrats disapprove of how Trump is handling the issue, a large majority, 68 percent, see crime as a “major problem” in large cities. That’s despite the fact that statistics show crime, overall, is down across the nation. The findings underscore the challenge facing Democratic leaders.
A walk through a Smithsonian museum reveals American genius and cruelty as Trump presses for change
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington explores the complexity of America's past. The museum's mission is to present a nuanced view of history. President Donald Trump wants a simpler narrative focused on American pride and achievement.
Chicago mayor defies Trump's immigration crackdown plan for the city
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order to counter the Trump administration's plan to send federal officers into the city. Johnson calls President Donald Trump's plan a threat by an “out-of-control administration.”
What happens to Trump’s tariffs now that a federal appeals court has knocked them down?
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled Friday that Trump went too far when he declared national emergencies to justify imposing sweeping import taxes on almost every country on earth.
Minnesota K-12 test scores hold steady, attendance rises
Minnesota schools are seeing a rise in consistent attendance after years of concerted efforts following the pandemic. K-12 academic test scores remain unchanged.