Sen. Maria Cantwell is urging President Trump to modernize the U.S. weather forecasting system, emphasizing that such investments could save lives and reduce costs after recent disasters, including deadly floods in Central Texas. In her letter, Cantwell proposed five bipartisan recommendations for enhancing forecasting capabilities, amidst budget cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which could hinder critical weather research and technology upgrades.
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Transgender Air Force cadet’s dream of joining the military put on hold amid Trump’s ban
Hunter Marquez, a 22-year-old Air Force Academy cadet who earned dual degrees, faced a setback in their dream to serve after the Supreme Court upheld a ban on transgender troops initiated by President Trump. Following this, Marquez joined a lawsuit challenging the ban, advocating for the rights of transgender individuals to serve in the military. Want More Context? 🔎
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