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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited a Steak ‘n Shake in Florida with Fox News host Sean Hannity after the company announced they would be using beef tallow to cook their shoestring fries, a move praised for its health benefits. Kennedy emphasized the importance of transparency in food production and urged other companies to switch to natural ingredients, citing concerns about the obesity epidemic and mental health issues related to diet....

A child was critically injured when a school bus carrying 31 people crashed and overturned on the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey, with 13 people taken to local hospitals, including the child in critical condition. The crash occurred in Montvale, Bergen County, with Mayor Mike Ghassali expressing thoughts and prayers for the injured and their families. Gov. Phil Murphy stated that the investigation into the crash near the James Gandolfini Service Area was ongoing....

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass reports significant improvements in MacArthur Park after a crackdown on gang violence, drug use, and stolen goods. Police efforts include increased foot patrols, mental health outreach, and targeting organized retail theft. Despite criticism from some business owners, crime statistics show a 42% reduction in all categories of crime since December, with ongoing efforts to address addiction and homelessness in the area. Full Article

President Donald Trump's plan to avert a partial government shutdown faces a House-wide vote on Tuesday, with the House Rules Committee advancing the bill along party lines. The bill, a continuing resolution, extends funding through fiscal 2026 but faces opposition from some Republicans and Democrats. Despite challenges, Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson are optimistic about passing the bill with added defense spending and cuts to non-defense discretionary spending. Full Article

The Justice Department's pardon attorney, Elizabeth G. Oyer, was fired after refusing to recommend restoring gun rights to Mel Gibson, who had a domestic violence conviction. Oyer raised concerns about public safety and integrity, as the Justice Department planned to make the decision without her input. The request to include Gibson in a list of candidates to have gun rights restored came after his lawyer argued for it based on his celebrity status and ties...

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in personal diplomacy before high-stakes negotiations in Saudi Arabia and Canada, including talks with Elon Musk and President Trump. Despite past doubts about his standing, Rubio's interactions with Musk and Trump indicated a possible strengthening of his position within the administration. Rubio's defense of U.S. interests against Russia and support for Ukraine, as well as his collaboration with Musk on international issues, showcased his evolving role as a key...