Social Security is expanding its electronic records partnership with eHealth Exchange under TEFCA to speed disability claim decisions and shorten waits for benefits. The agency says the change should cut time spent gathering medical evidence.

Federal civil‑rights investigators have opened a compliance review of Indiana University’s scholarship awards after a DOJ letter requested student demographics and selection records.

A San Francisco judge signaled she will bar USDA from forcing states to hand over detailed SNAP records, a decision with privacy and budget impacts for millions of recipients.

The nation commemorates Abraham Lincoln's 217th birthday, recalling the 16th president's pivotal role in American history, including his leadership during the Civil War and efforts to abolish slavery.

Rep. Jill Tokuda and Rep. Neal Dunn introduced a bipartisan bill to rebuild U.S. rare‑earth magnet production, pair recycling with domestic sourcing and reduce reliance on China.

First Lady Melania Trump has overseen the third reunification of children with families affected by the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, highlighting her ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Senator Moody honored Florida's oldest living WWII veteran, Duane Brewton, on his 109th birthday, highlighting his service and contributions post-war.

The White House honors Abraham Lincoln's 217th birthday, reflecting on his life, presidency during the Civil War, emancipation efforts, and enduring influence on American values and policies.

Internal records show OMB moved roughly $15M from USAID to pay for OMB Director Russell Vought’s U.S. Marshals protection through 2026 as USAID is wound down.

A Feb. 13 final rule signed by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem updates TSA regulations to use the statutory term "alien" for non‑U.S. citizens, prompting legal and civil‑rights scrutiny.

President Trump signed an Executive Order supporting the coal industry and was named "Undisputed Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal" by miners at a White House event.

Federal attorneys asked a court to compel Harvard to hand over admissions records, escalating a months-long fight over research funding and federal probes.

California lawmakers asked Netflix and Paramount for written promises to preserve Los Angeles production jobs and union bargaining as the WBD bids accelerate. The letter gives the companies a Feb. 15 deadline to respond.