USDA proposes stricter stocking requirements for SNAP retailers to offer more diverse and healthy food options and to combat fraud within the program.

The USDA Forest Service invests $200M in 58 projects through the Community Wildfire Defense Grant to reduce wildfire risks and strengthen community defenses.

Senator Jeanne Shaheen, with bipartisan support, urges the reconsideration of halting paper checks for government payments, highlighting its impact on millions without bank accounts.

U.S. Senators Wyden and Merkley introduce a bill to restore NOAA's extreme weather database, terminated by the Trump administration, to track costly natural disasters.

The President declared National Gang Violence Prevention Week, focusing on support for victims and committing to tackle gang-induced violence, citing past administration policies for escalating issues.

Google will reverse bans on users from YouTube who posted sensitive political content after acknowledging pressure from the Biden Administration was wrong.

The DC Council approved the RFK Stadium redevelopment plan, RENTAL Act, extended juvenile curfew, a police contract, and an act to improve vaccine access.

Senator Maria Cantwell defends press freedom and calls for FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to testify before the Commerce Committee regarding potential presidential influence over media decisions.

Trump and HHS Secretary Kennedy implement a strategy to combat autism, including FDA-approved leucovorin for ASD treatment, Medicaid coverage, and advisories on acetaminophen use during pregnancy.

NASA representatives, including astronauts and Janet Petro, were hosted at the U.S. Capitol by Congressman Donalds to discuss space exploration and policy.

Senators Wyden and Merkley called for urgent cybersecurity enhancements for SNAP to combat skimming incidents, urging the adoption of chip technology over magnetic strips.

President Trump honored late conservative figure Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium, emphasizing his advocacy for free speech and dialogue, criticizing media and political opponents, and acknowledging Kirk's impact on the conservative movement.

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark criticizes the GOP healthcare plan as harmful, alleging it will defund healthcare, increase premiums, and shut down medical facilities.