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George Santos gets warning to tell truth about his campaign finances

WASHINGTON — The Federal Election Commission is warning Representative George Santos to substantiate who is in charge of his campaign’s finances — or risk a ban on raising or spending any money.

Tribune News Service · Feb 16, 2023

Justice Department reportedly won’t charge Rep. Matt Gaetz

WASHINGTON — The office of Rep. Matt Gaetz confirmed media reports Wednesday that the Justice Department had said it concluded a criminal investigation and does not plan to charge the Florida Republican with a crime.

Tribune News Service · Feb 15, 2023

Messages: Officer often fed information to Proud Boys leader

A jury has heard testimony about Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio's private communications with a police officer who provided him with internal information about law enforcement operations in the weeks before members of Tarrio's far-right extremist group stormed the U.S. Capitol

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Feds finalize Buy America rules for EV chargers

WASHINGTON — All electric vehicle chargers funded through the federal government must be assembled in the United States, the Department of Transportation announced Wednesday.

Tribune News Service · Feb 15, 2023

As Hawaii takes action against octopus farm, Washington state looks to impose its own ban

The owner of a controversial octopus "farm" on Hawaii's Big Island was ordered to "cease and desist" nonpermitted operations in January after a clamor of attention was directed at the small outfit, which charges visitors $60 for the opportunity to touch a wild-caught day octopus.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 15, 2023

Newcomer’s placement on Pentagon spending panel attracts notice - Roll Call

Rep. Mike Garcia's rapid ascent to a seat on the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee is turning heads in Washington.

Roll Call · Feb 15, 2023

Elon Musk nears world’s richest title again

WASHINGTON: Elon Musk is closing in on recapturing his title as the world’s richest person since falling behind Bernard Arnault in December, thanks to Tesla Inc.’s 70% rise this year.

The Times of India · Feb 15, 2023

DHS chief Mayorkas talks immigration with Latino Senate Democrats

WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas discussed immigration policy Tuesday afternoon with the Senate’s four Latino Democrats, as the administration prepares to lift pandemic-related border restrictions later this year.

Tribune News Service · Feb 15, 2023

Where are the Commanders ranked as a potential destination for Aaron Rodgers?

Where are the Commanders among nine potential options for Rodgers?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 15, 2023

Washington’s China Hawks Take Flight

The story of how decades of U.S. engagement with China gave way to estrangement.

Foreign Policy · Feb 15, 2023