House Republicans launched their legislative energy agenda Tuesday of more than a dozen measures aiming to increase domestic oil and natural gas production by curtailing environmental regulations. … [Read more...] about House GOP makes first big push to boost energy production by curbing climate rules
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Southern section of D.C.’s Meridian Hill Park opens, fountains still empty
After two nearly two years of renovations, the southern section of Meridian Hill Park in Washington, D.C., is finally open. … [Read more...] about Southern section of D.C.’s Meridian Hill Park opens, fountains still empty
Joint Base Andrews intruder reached Air Force leader’s residence before husband opened fire
The intruder who breached Joint Base Andrews, the home of Air Force One, reached the residence of one of the Air Force's top leaders before her spouse opened fire, the air base said Tuesday. … [Read more...] about Joint Base Andrews intruder reached Air Force leader’s residence before husband opened fire
Border Patrol leaders say they need more border wall
Two senior Border Patrol chiefs told Congress on Tuesday that they need more border barriers, saying it helps shape and control the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs coming across. … [Read more...] about Border Patrol leaders say they need more border wall
China trade hawks hit hard reality of trying to curb U.S. investment in Beijing
Cracking down on U.S. investment in China is proving to be a tougher nut to crack than many Beijing hawks initially hoped, with American businesses unwilling to give up lucrative deals in a market with more than 1.4 billion people. … [Read more...] about China trade hawks hit hard reality of trying to curb U.S. investment in Beijing