Lawsuit challenges the approval of an exploratory drilling program in Alaska petroleum reserve

Birth mothers are advocating for increased government financial support as federal tax cuts are being proposed for individuals who adopt children. They argue that such support could help them retain their infants instead of placing them for adoption.

The federal government is currently providing free water to several large agricultural districts, prompting researchers to call for the Trump administration to implement charges for this resource. Critics argue that this practice is unsustainable and unfair, particularly in light of ongoing water scarcity issues in farming regions.

The federal government's scrutiny of commercial driver's licenses issued to immigrants has revealed significant issues in eight states, following several fatal accidents linked to these licenses. This crackdown aims to ensure that licenses are issued in compliance with federal regulations and safety standards.

The federal government has threatened to withhold $73 million in highway aid from New York due to the state's practice of issuing commercial driver's licenses to foreign drivers without proper verification. This action follows concerns that these licenses may remain valid beyond the legal authorization of the individuals holding them.

Former President Donald Trump has reignited efforts to reclassify marijuana under federal drug laws, potentially removing it from the list of the most restricted substances. This move signals a significant shift in the federal approach to cannabis regulation, which has been a contentious issue in U.S. politics.