Lawmakers urge Education Department to add nursing to 'professional' programs list amid uproar

The House of Representatives has passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing $901 billion in defense spending, with a vote of 312-112. This bill includes provisions related to military operations, troop pay raises, and foreign investment regulations, and is now set to be reviewed by the Senate.

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.

Australia has enacted a ban on social media for children under the age of 16, which is set to take effect next month. This decision has prompted U.S. lawmakers to question why Congress has not taken similar actions to protect children online, amid increasing concerns about youth safety in the digital space.

A preservation group has filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, seeking to halt the construction of a proposed $300 million ballroom at the White House. The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues that the project should undergo multiple independent reviews and receive Congressional approval before proceeding.

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 notable figures including Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. These images are part of a larger collection of thousands turned over to Congress as part of ongoing investigations into Epstein's activities.

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.

Newly released photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate include high-profile figures such as Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as disclosed by House Democrats. This release is part of ongoing investigations into Epstein's activities and follows a federal judge's decision to unseal related documents.