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The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, a Native American tribe in Kansas, is facing backlash after its economic development subsidiary secured a $29.9 million federal contract from the Department of Homeland Security to design potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities. The contract was signed in October, prompting criticism that the tribe is benefiting from policies reminiscent of its own historical forced removals.

House Speaker Mike Johnson has introduced a health care plan as Republicans in Congress struggle to find a unified alternative to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, with a critical deadline approaching. The lack of consensus among GOP lawmakers has raised concerns about their ability to effectively address health care issues for millions of Americans.

Rising tensions within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have emerged as Secretary Kristi Noem faces pressure from the White House to increase deportations. Noem and her top adviser have reportedly blamed subordinates for failing to meet arrest quotas, which has strained their relationships with the White House. This internal conflict highlights the challenges DHS faces in executing immigration policies amid external demands.

Tensions are escalating within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as Secretary Kristi Noem and her adviser, Corey Lewandowski, are reportedly blaming subordinates for failing to meet immigration enforcement quotas. This internal strife comes amid increasing pressure from the White House to ramp up deportations and implement President Trump's stringent immigration policies.

Congress has removed a bipartisan provision from the Pentagon's final defense bill that would have granted the military the right to repair its equipment, a decision that has drawn criticism from various senators. This provision was backed by former President Trump and aimed to enhance military readiness by allowing for more efficient maintenance of equipment.

House Democrats have released new photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring prominent figures such as Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. These images are part of a larger collection of thousands turned over to Congress, aimed at shedding light on Epstein's activities and connections.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has initiated a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, aiming to halt his proposed $300 million ballroom project at the White House. The preservationists argue that the project should undergo multiple independent reviews and receive Congressional approval before proceeding.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been released from ICE custody following a federal judge's ruling that the Trump administration lacked a valid removal order against him. This decision comes after a prolonged period of detention that raised significant legal questions regarding his immigration status.