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Nationwide injunctions and judge shopping are hindering Trump’s agenda, sparking discussions and bipartisan calls for reform ...

Trump tariffs. DOGE cuts. Government shutdown talks. Recession fears. Keep up with the USA TODAY Network's live coverage.

U.S. lawmakers are set to vote Friday afternoon on a Republican-led stopgap federal funding bill, ahead of the midnight ...

The Alabama House in 2024 passed a bill with a lottery, casinos, and sports betting. It fell short by one vote in the Senate.

Utility companies are some of the most powerful special interests in Florida. And they have been lobbying hard ...

Plus, schools express interest in voucher program, a measure to criminalize blocking security and debate over insurance coverage for trans residents.

Speaker Mike Johnson and his allies in the House narrowly passed a budget resolution that contained massive Medicaid cuts.

The effort may include public or private meetings with legislators, who have the ability to reject the entire pay package.