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Supreme Court deals a blow to Trump's economic agenda: From the Politics Desk

Plus, two Texas House Republicans face primary trouble.

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Feb 20 • 5:01 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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A Bad Week for Clean Water and Public Health: How President Trump’s Glyphosate Executive Order and the 2026 Farm Bill Threaten Us All

On Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order titled Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus...

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Feb 20 • 4:55 PM EST • Health • waterkeeper.org
L.A. County health officials confirm fourth case of measles in person who traveled to LAX, other locations

Los Angeles County health officials on Thursday confirmed a case of measles in a person who recently traveled internationally and visited several public locations in Los Angeles County while infect…

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Feb 20 • 4:05 PM EST • Health • ktla.com
South Carolina Hospitals Aren’t Required to Disclose Measles-Related Admissions. That Leaves Doctors in the Dark.

Physicians across South Carolina, home to the largest measles outbreak in decades, are advising patients without the benefit of real-time data on hospitalizations due to measles-related pneumonia, brain swelling and other serious complications.

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Feb 20 • 3:15 PM EST • Health • propublica.org
Public Health Data Consortium

ASTHO Innovation Advisory Council fosters partnerships between state health agencies and industry leaders to drive public health innovation and data modernization.

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Feb 20 • 2:53 PM EST • Health • astho.org
UT Dallas’ BrainHealth Week brings brain science to the public

The University of Texas at Dallas is bringing back its BrainHealth Week for a fourth year. The conference will run from Feb. 23-28 and offer a slate of public...

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Feb 20 • 2:05 PM EST • Science • dallasnews.com
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Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say

The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.

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Feb 20 • 1:33 PM EST • Health • latimes.com
Why Texas' redistricting plan isn't a sure bet

Republicans pursued that goal largely by "cracking" Democratic-leaning voters across multiple districts.

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Feb 20 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Texas Primary Election Turmoil: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy, GOP Divisions, and Media Controversies

Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics

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Feb 20 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
Trump warns he's considering limited strikes as Iranian diplomat says proposed deal is imminent

President Donald Trump has warned that limited strikes against Iran are possible even as the country’s top diplomat says Tehran expects to have a proposed deal ready in the next few days following nuclear talks with the U.S. Trump’s remarks Friday came a few hours after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi said on MSNOW’s “Morning Joe” show that his country was planning to finalize a draft deal in “the next two to three days” to then send to Washington

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Feb 20 • 12:32 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
State Politics Affecting Trump’s Push to Limit AI Regulation

The Trump administration plans to sue states for their artificial intelligence laws, but how the push is affecting work on future legislation depends on a state’s politics.

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Feb 20 • 12:16 PM EST • Politics • govtech.com
Why a Republican Supreme Court struck down Trump’s tariffs

Trump loses, and the Democratic justices didn’t need to concede anything.

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Feb 20 • 11:45 AM EST • Politics • vox.com
3L Ediz Kalkan Builds Practice-Ready Skills through UC Law SF’s Business Law Concentration  - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)

3L student Ediz Kalkan combined rigorous coursework, mentorship, and hands-on client experience to emerge ready for corporate practice. 3L student Ediz Kalkan shares how UC Law SF’s Business Law Concentration helped him gain the practical skills, doctrinal knowledge, and professional confidence to pursue a career advising corporate clients. It’s one of 12 concentrations that allow JD students to gain specialized expertise in a focused area of legal practice. 3L Ediz Kalkan built a strong foundation in corporate law through specialized coursework and mentorship from faculty and industry leaders. He gained hands-on client experience advising startups through the Startup Legal Garage and through roles in-house and at a law firm. He emerged prepared to handle sophisticated legal matters and interact confidently with clients. 3L Ediz Kalkan: I always gravitated toward business law courses at UC Law SF, so it made sense to memorialize that interest by completing the concentration — especially since I already planned to take most of the required coursework. I have taken many practical- and doctrinal-focused courses, including practical-oriented courses such as Mergers and Acquisitions, Venture Capital and Start Ups, Startup Business Lawyering, Private Equity and Hedge Funds, Corporate Governance, Corporate Finance and a few others. On the doctrinal side, I have taken Business Associations and am currently enrolled in Bankruptcy and Securities Regulation. These courses and professors equipped me with a strong foundation in universal corporate legal principals, fluency in the jargon, and insight into how corporate law intersects with markets, public and private companies, and government agencies. I also gained invaluable mentorship and lessons from industry leaders — both from the faculty and the dozens of guest speakers invited to the classroom. At UC Law SF, I participated in the Corporate Module of the Startup Legal Garage, where I observed practicing attorneys and helped real clients with real startup-related legal needs. I learned substantive law, business strategy — and most importantly — was socialized to the practice of law and the etiquette and expectations of being a junior attorney. I spent my 1L summer at AXOS Bank, a commercial bank in San Diego, where I gained experience with securities regulation, enterprise banking, and in-house work at a public company. From January of my 2L year to now, I have worked as a law clerk at Bartko Pavia LLP, gaining experience in a traditional law firm setting. I have had the privilege of working with startups all the way to public companies, as well as international clients. The experience has strengthened my confidence in tackling complex legal issues and interacting with clients. Through these experiences, I’ve learned that effectively advising clients takes more than subject-matter expertise. This work, and my time in the UC Law SF business concentration, have inspired me to pursue an MBA after law school to become a more well-rounded professional. My career plans remain focused on corporate practice and enhancing my value as a business advisor. I would happily recommend UC Law SF and this concentration because of its robust course catalog, highly successful professors and adjuncts, and extensive resources. Not to mention, UC Law SF is uniquely situated just minutes away from many of the world’s most innovative companies, all of which have legal needs — creating meaningful opportunities for students. My peers and I have been incredibly fortunate to have access to this network of industry leaders and legal professionals. Ultimately, business lawyers can take many paths, but all require the strong foundation that the business law concentration and the incredible people at UC Law SF provide. The Evidence of Success series highlights UC Law SF students as they share how the college’s opportunities equip them with the experience, skills, and confidence to excel in the legal profession.

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Feb 20 • 11:00 AM EST • Business • uclawsf.edu
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Facing a mental health crisis, an NJ school pulled a beloved novel from English class

Junot Díaz's The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao was removed from an English class at the public school. PEN America says it's part of a trend of scrubbing literature dealing with uncomfortable topics.

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Feb 20 • 10:27 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Eric Dane Says ALS Symptoms Started Months Before Diagnosis. What He Shared About His Disease

The actor died at 53 years old after a public battle with the neurodegenerative disease, which has no cure.

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Feb 20 • 10:22 AM EST • Health • today.com
An Unwavering Belief in Science, Creativity, and Equity: The Legacy of Dr. William H. Foege

In our bitterly partisan age, where science and public health are distrusted, even denigrated, there is a better part of America.

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Feb 20 • 10:10 AM EST • Science • milbank.org
Live updates: In rare rebuke of Trump, Supreme Court strikes down tariffs

The ruling deals a major blow to his signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.

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Feb 20 • 10:04 AM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Review | ‘Everybody Loses’ tallies the steep costs of sports gambling

Danny Funt’s book makes clear that addiction is just one of many problems in the new age of legalized betting

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Feb 20 • 9:00 AM EST • Sports • washingtonpost.com
El Paso accountant gets prison in $600,000 real estate business fraud

An El Paso certified public accountant was convicted of writing checks to herself in a multi-year fraud of real estate businesses.

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Feb 20 • 8:01 AM EST • Business • yahoo.com
The Cuban-American Republican Pushing Back on Trump’s Deportations
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Feb 20 • 8:00 AM EST • Politics • wsj.com
Sports Specialty owner, salesperson indicted in multi-million plot

A federal grand jury has indicted three men who are accused of a 13-year bid rigging scheme that allegedly affected at least 44 public schools in Mississippi and 270 purchases totaling more than $1 million in taxpayer funds.

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Feb 20 • 7:59 AM EST • Sports • cdispatch.com
Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen Are Coming To Switch, Switch 2 Digitally Next Week

They will go live after a special Pokémon Presents airing on Pokémon Day next week.

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Feb 20 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • gameinformer.com
Colorism: An Underrecognized Mental Health Issue

What happens when your therapist doesn’t understand colorism? Learn why this blind spot harms clients and what clinicians must do differently.

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Feb 20 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • psychologytoday.com
Alumnus builds career in biomedical research at the National Institutes of Health

Before leading national biomedical research projects, Jacob Davis ’17 was deployed overseas in the U.S. Army, taking night classes on base and searching for direction. Today, the Kennesaw State University graduate is a biomedical engineer and section chief at the National Institutes of Health, using data and collaboration to drive public-health impact.

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Feb 20 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • kennesaw.edu
His Team Devised Ways to Keep World Cup Crowds Safe

Michael Silevitch leads a research center dedicated to protecting busy public spaces. Last April, he was instructed to “end all work” immediately.

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Feb 20 • 5:02 AM EST • Science • nytimes.com
Lawmakers say they’ve been stonewalled by DHS, undercutting attempts to hold Trump officials accountable

Lawmakers who oversee the Department of Homeland Security say the agency has repeatedly stymied their requests for information in recent months, with even some Republicans alleging they’ve had phone calls go unanswered and data requests left to languish.

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Feb 20 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Patients feel strain of Florida Blue fallout with Broward hospitals: ‘Just lunacy’

Broward residents say they’ve struggled to find new in-network doctors to continue treatment for cancer and other conditions.

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Feb 20 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • miamiherald.com
EVAH: generating evidence for AI in health | News

The joint Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH) initiative will fund locally led evaluations to ensure AI tools for health are effective in low- and middle-income countries.

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Feb 20 • 4:06 AM EST • Health • wellcome.org
Steve Bannon pushed hard for the release of the Epstein files. Then he was in them

Silence has largely defined Bannon’s public posture toward Epstein since the Justice Department released records January 30 detailing a close personal relationship between the two men.

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Feb 20 • 3:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Rwanda's apex bank reaffirms validity of coins amid public complaints

The National Bank of Rwanda has cautioned businesses against rejecting small coins, insisting all denominations remain legal tender despite digital trends

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Feb 20 • 2:58 AM EST • Business • africa.businessinsider.com
Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say

The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.

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Feb 20 • 2:09 AM EST • Health • bostonglobe.com
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Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say

The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.

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Feb 20 • 2:04 AM EST • Health • seattletimes.com
Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say

The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.

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Feb 20 • 2:03 AM EST • Health • apnews.com
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Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say

The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.

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Feb 20 • 2:03 AM EST • Health • click2houston.com
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Retail sales and public finances data to show state of British economy

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

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Feb 20 • 1:40 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Board of Denver Public Schools votes to extend current health care contract for staff
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Feb 20 • 12:29 AM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Fauci discusses HIV cure, renewed trust in medical research

"You know, an anti-science attitude together with an anti-vaccine attitude is not very good for the public health of the country or the world," Fauci said.

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Feb 19 • 10:24 PM EST • Science • wcvb.com
Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘Euphoria’ star, dead at 53

Eric Dane, the handsome and hunky actor who steamed up primetime TV on “Grey’s Anatomy” at the height of the show’s popularity, has died, according to his publicist. He was 53.

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Feb 19 • 9:35 PM EST • Entertainment • cnn.com
South Dakota Is Buzzing About Kristi Noem’s Future

Some Republicans hope that she stays out of the Senate primary.

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Feb 19 • 9:32 PM EST • Politics • theatlantic.com
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UTA and Gold House Celebrate AAPI Awards Season Nominees at Beverly Hills Dinner

'KPop Demon Hunters' creator Maggie Kang, 'No Other Choice' star Lee Byung-hun and Anderson .Paak attended the Celebration of Asian Excellence in Entertainment, sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter.

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Feb 19 • 8:41 PM EST • Entertainment • hollywoodreporter.com
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Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert

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Feb 19 • 8:10 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
MAD: Betway Selects M+C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment As Agency Partner

The agency's remit is a global sponsorship campaign.

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Feb 19 • 7:46 PM EST • Entertainment • mediapost.com
Tennessee bill would let some private school students play sports at zoned public schools

A bill that is still making its way through the Tennessee House and Senate would allow private school students to participate in athletics at public schools the

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Feb 19 • 5:57 PM EST • Sports • newschannel9.com
Democrats say citizenship question could derail census test and deter immigrants from participating

Congressional Democrats are warning that the U.S. Census Bureau risks undermining an upcoming test of the 2030 census by using a form that includes a citizenship question

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Feb 19 • 5:53 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
KHSAA aims to level private vs. public playing field in football, other sports

Beginning in 2027, enrollments at private schools will count more than public schools for the purposes of placing teams in competitive classes.

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Feb 19 • 5:11 PM EST • Sports • kentucky.com
Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who lit herself on fire, lawyer alleges

The congressman from Texas, who is facing a tough primary battle, has denied having an affair.

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Feb 19 • 4:21 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Red-state auditor's report flags Democratic gov's 'concerning' spending on 'luxury' expenditures

Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear is facing heat from the state's Republican auditor, who released a report outlining questionable spending from the executive branch.

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Feb 19 • 4:02 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
Federal agencies under Trump have been using white nationalist messages : The NPR Politics Podcast

Federal government agencies have repeatedly invoked white nationalist language and images in the year since President Trump returned to the White House for his second term. We discuss the intended target of those messages and what effects they have. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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Feb 19 • 3:39 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Large banner featuring Trump's face is displayed on Justice Department headquarters

A large banner featuring Donald Trump’s face has been hung on the exterior of Justice Department headquarters in a physical display of the Republican president’s efforts to exert power over the law enforcement agency

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Feb 19 • 3:12 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Robin Vos, powerful Assembly speaker, announces his retirement

Robin Vos, the powerful Republican Assembly speaker, announced his plans to retire as the body began its final meeting of the legislative session.

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Feb 19 • 3:04 PM EST • Politics • jsonline.com
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UH proposes professor checklist for courses to prevent advocacy of politics, ideology

The proposal comes after the University of Houston faced backlash for asking professors to sign an agreement not to indoctrinate students.

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Feb 19 • 2:19 PM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
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Insurer Agrees to Pay Millions for Failing to Fix Errors That Made It Harder for Customers to Get Mental Health Care

EmblemHealth will compensate customers who paid out of pocket for mental health care because they couldn’t secure an appointment with a provider listed as being in-network. It also pledged to take additional steps to fix its provider directory.

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Feb 19 • 1:25 PM EST • Health • propublica.org
Beyond the Game: Tracking 2026’s Pro Sports Labor Agreements

Takeaways

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Feb 19 • 1:16 PM EST • Sports • jacksonlewis.com
Colton Underwood Opens Up About ‘Weird Homoeroticism’ In NFL Locker Rooms

With his time on "The Traitors" at an end, the former "Bachelor" is reflecting on his public — and, at times, controversial — journey to living as his true self.

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Feb 19 • 12:10 PM EST • Entertainment • huffpost.com
Dr. Michelle Morse to remain NYC chief medical officer, focus on equity work

In an interview with Healthbeat, Morse reflects on this challenging moment in public health as Dr. Alister Martin, an emergency room physician in Boston, prepares to take the helm of the NYC health department.

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Feb 19 • 11:02 AM EST • Health • healthbeat.org
After leaving WHO, Trump officials propose more expensive replacement to duplicate it

HHS proposes spending $2 billion a year to re-create systems the U.S. accessed through the WHO at a fraction of the cost, according to officials briefed on the matter.

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Feb 19 • 11:01 AM EST • Health • washingtonpost.com
Wisconsin poised to leave Arkansas as only state without expanded Medicaid for new moms

Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats

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Feb 19 • 10:59 AM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Inside Iowa Politics: Feenstra faces critics at MAGA Nation Iowa event

U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra, a Republican from Hull, faced some party activists who have criticized him for not appearing with other candidates for governor at various events.

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Feb 19 • 10:03 AM EST • Politics • ktiv.com
Inside Iowa Politics: Feenstra faces critics at MAGA Nation Iowa event

U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra, a Republican from Hull, faced some party activists who have criticized him for not appearing with other candidates for governor at various events.

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Feb 19 • 10:03 AM EST • Politics • dakotanewsnow.com
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'Public servant' James Uthmeier says he needs 6-figure adjunct teaching gig to support 'growing family'

'100 grand is not that crazy.'

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Feb 19 • 9:22 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
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Data Science for Social Good Fellowship comes to Johns Hopkins

The Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence will host graduate students from across the country to deploy data science for social impact

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Feb 19 • 9:05 AM EST • Science • hub.jhu.edu
Teachers in Denver Public Schools concerned about future of health care
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Feb 19 • 8:50 AM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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MSG Sports considers splitting up New York Knicks and Rangers

The two New York-based NBA and NHL teams would be spun off by MSG Sports into separate publicly traded businesses.

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Feb 19 • 7:20 AM EST • Sports • sportspro.com
A new Supreme Court gerrymandering case is nightmare fuel for Democrats

A questionable lawsuit seeking to redraw a Republican district risks turbocharging Trump’s gerrymandering campaign.

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Feb 19 • 7:15 AM EST • Politics • vox.com
Creating and Communicating a Winning Value Proposition for Public Health

Explore our new toolkit, developed for leaders who want to communicate the impact and value of their public health work to stakeholders.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • khi.org
Student Spotlight: Demi Bajela | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

A global health course opened Demi's eyes to how caring for people can be done at the population level.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • publichealth.jhu.edu
Can Science Account for Consciousness?

A debate about consciousness with the panpsychist Philip Goff.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • psychologytoday.com
Meta's money trickles into Texas elections

The Menlo Park-headquartered company is spending on Republicans and Democrats.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • sfgate.com
Gov. Tim Walz faces tough political reality as he seeks to assert himself in final year in office

Republicans in the tied Minnesota House are already signaling opposition to the governor’s policy agenda, setting up early clashes as lawmakers returned to St. Paul this week.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • startribune.com
Ohio’s Covid Czar Hopes to Be the State’s Democratic Governor

Amy Acton’s service to retiring Gov. Mike DeWine gives her bipartisan credibility in a Republican state, but that service, leading Ohio’s pandemic response, also stirs charged emotions.

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Feb 19 • 5:02 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Nevada Debuts Public Option Amid Tumultuous Federal Changes to Health Care

The state recently became the third to offer a public option health plan through its Affordable Care Act marketplace. But researchers said it’s unlikely to fill the gaps left by sweeping changes at the federal level.

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Feb 19 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • kffhealthnews.org
Dentists, oral health advocates urge EPA to use ‘gold standard science’ in its fluoride review

The EPA is accepting public comments on its preliminary assessment plan for review of fluoride in drinking water.

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Feb 19 • 4:22 AM EST • Science • northcarolinahealthnews.org
Dentists, oral health advocates urge EPA to use ‘gold standard science’ in its fluoride review

The EPA is accepting public comments on its preliminary assessment plan for review of fluoride in drinking water.

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Feb 19 • 4:22 AM EST • Health • northcarolinahealthnews.org
Kevin Steele cashes out of CFO race, will seek re-election to HD 55

The Dade City Republican endorses incumbent Blaise Ingoglia in the statewide race.

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Feb 19 • 4:01 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Commission voting on East Wing concept has few members with arts experience, little time for public comment

The Commission of Fine Arts, an independent federal agency that advises the president and Congress on design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings, is usually made up of experts in architecture, art and urban and landscape design.

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Feb 19 • 4:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU - U.S. Embassy in Madagascar

United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU U.S. and Malagasy health officials are convening in Antananarivo for a two-day joint review process, marking the first major step in implementing the strategic health cooperation framework established in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in December 2025. The MoU outlines the structure and terms of U.S. support to Madagascar’s health sector from 2026 through 2030, with a total commitment of $134,305,000 from the U.S. Government and $41,216,252 from the Government of Madagascar working jointly to address malaria, maternal and child health, polio and global health security issues. This approach reflects the America First Global Health Strategy by prioritizing effective, results-driven cooperation that advances mutual health security and supports Madagascar’s progress toward self-reliance and independence from foreign assistance. The events bring together U.S. Government health experts and Madagascar’s Ministry of Public Health leadership to conduct a comprehensive review of seven major health programs currently supported by United States funding, discussing current activities, and developing recommendations for programs to align with the signed Memorandum of Understanding, which advances both the America First Global Health Strategy and the Government of Madagascar’s goals. “This memorandum sets the course for U.S. strategic cooperation and support to Madagascar’s health sector over the next five years,” said Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Arnold at the workshop’s opening. This review will help determine how to maximize the effectiveness and impact of these programs, ensuring resources provided by U.S. taxpayer dollars are used wisely,” she added. “By working together to address global health challenges, we demonstrate America’s leadership and commitment to a safer, healthier world, making both the United States and Madagascar healthier and stronger.” Under President Trump’s leadership, the United States is implementing a Global Health Strategy for foreign assistance that emphasizes increased host country ownership, resilient health systems and human resource capacity to reduce dependency, maintaining frontline support to reduce infectious disease threats, and strong performance monitoring systems for accountability and service delivery. “Diseases do not respect borders, and when we support Madagascar’s capacity to detect, prevent, and respond to infectious disease threats, we are contributing to global health security that benefits communities both here and in the United States,” Arnold emphasized, noting that “The MoU represents a commitment to transparency, accountability, and results.” The United States recognizes the commitment of Malagasy leadership in prioritizing investment of time and significant resources on the healthcare of their own citizens. With recent changes in leadership, Madagascar has an opportunity to strengthen governance, improve performance, and move forward toward greater self-reliance, particularly in the healthcare sector. Through strategic focus and thoughtful collaboration under this MoU, U.S. health programs in Madagascar will deliver meaningful results that advance both countries’ interests while supporting Madagascar’s journey toward greater self-reliance and a healthy future.

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Feb 19 • 1:33 AM EST • Health • mg.usembassy.gov
Daniel Miller

Daniel Miller is a reporter at POLITICO covering the intersection of entertainment, media, sports, technology and politics.Part of POLITICO’s California team since 2026, he examines how Hollywood and Southern California function as engines of political power. Daniel also covers the rainmakers, dealmakers and cultural figures who shape policy debates, elections and public life far beyond the state’s borders.Daniel previously spent 13 years at the Los Angeles Times, most recently as an enterprise reporter in the newspaper’s Metro department, where he worked on investigations and features. He wrote about allegations of sexual misconduct at L.A.’s Magic Castle, chronicled the cratering ventures of a celebrity vegan chef and detailed themystery of a missing million-dollar pocket watch once owned by J.P. Morgan. In 2019, he wrote, reported and hosted "Larger Than Life," an award-winning podcast about the life of an enigmatic L.A. street racer.He previously covered the business of entertainment for The Times, examining the fraught political ties between the Walt Disney Co. and the city of Anaheim, probing the world of second-tier talent agents operating on Hollywood’s fringes and uncovering allegations involving several #MeToo figures.Daniel was named Journalist of the Year at the 2015 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and, a year later, received the L.A. Press Club’s Entertainment Journalist of the Year award. He was also a finalist for the 2016 Loeb Awards for "Selling Stardom," a series on unscrupulous Hollywood operators. His narrative reporting has been honored by organizations including the Society for Features Journalism, the National Association of Black Journalists and the Motor Press Guild.Daniel began his career reporting in Southern California, writing for the Ventura County Star, the Los Angeles Business Journal and the Hollywood Reporter. He attended Beverly Hills High School and UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles.

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Feb 18 • 11:10 PM EST • Politics • politico.com
Excess of ultra-processed foods is a ‘public health crisis,’ senior MAHA advisor says

Senior ‘Make America Healthy Again’ advisor Calley Means discusses the Trump administration’s push to combat ultra-processed and unsafe foods on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’

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Feb 18 • 9:52 PM EST • Health • foxnews.com
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Some Denver Public Schools employees tell board about health coverage concerns
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Feb 18 • 8:45 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Texas Congressman’s Aide Told Co-Worker of Affair Before Killing Herself

The co-worker, who no longer works for Representative Tony Gonzales, shared screenshots of the text exchange with The New York Times. Mr. Gonzales accused his Republican primary challenger of being behind the revelation.

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Feb 18 • 8:26 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Trump’s Black supporters tout minority gains during White House ceremony

Wednesday’s Black History Month event marked a continued defense of a president who has made racial grievance a hallmark of his political ascent.

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Feb 18 • 7:52 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
From artistic talent to a sustainable business

PantherLabWorks offers training to creators hoping to scale their businesses and commercialize their products.

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Feb 18 • 7:00 PM EST • Business • pittwire.pitt.edu
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Hegseth invited Christian nationalist Doug Wilson to preach at Pentagon

The self-described “paleo-Confederate” has argued that wives should submit to their husbands, women should be denied the vote and Christian slaveowners were on “firm scriptural ground.”

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Feb 18 • 6:22 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Healthcare Professionals, Scientists and Children Sue the EPA for Backtracking on Greenhouse Gas Regulation

Widely anticipated legal challenges question the agency’s reversal of the 2009 endangerment finding. The decision is “reckless, illogical and ignores the vast majority of public comments,” plaintiffs say.

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Feb 18 • 5:43 PM EST • Health • insideclimatenews.org
Roughly 1 in 4 hold negative opinion of both major political parties: Survey

A new survey found that 1 in 4 Americans have a negative opinion of both major political parties ahead of midterm elections. Poll results from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research f…

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Feb 18 • 5:06 PM EST • Politics • thehill.com
Bring out the shy people: The case for politics without politicians

In a new book, political theorist Hélène Landemore argues that electoral politics is irredeemably broken but that democracy can be repaired by empowering ordinary people to govern.

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Feb 18 • 4:37 PM EST • Politics • news.yale.edu
Kevin Durant asked directly about burner account at Rockets practice

What did Kevin Durant say about allegations he used burner phone to post critical comments against Devin Booker, others? Video from Rockets practice.

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Feb 18 • 3:54 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Washoe County health officer urges isolation, vaccination amid rising pertussis cases

Northern Nevada Public Health emphasizes contagiousness, proper precautions whooping cough.

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Feb 18 • 3:46 PM EST • Health • kolotv.com
Check out activities, deals offered at massive new entertainment center at Portage mall

The neon glow of a 158,186-square-foot arcade and event space can be seen from inside The Crossroads mall, as Zap Zone XL opened to the public over the weekend.

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Feb 18 • 3:09 PM EST • Entertainment • mlive.com
Trump says his administration should pay him billions of dollars : The NPR Politics Podcast

President Trump has filed legal claims against the U.S. government and says he should be paid billions of dollars in damages. We discuss the significance of these claims and how Trump uses lawsuits as political tools. This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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Feb 18 • 3:03 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Corruption! Ben Shapiro sounds alarm on Trump’s overseas business dealings

This isn’t about partisan score-settling. It’s about whether the presidency is being used to serve the public, or to serve the president’s portfolio.

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Feb 18 • 2:51 PM EST • Business • thehill.com
White House taps Jay Bhattacharya, CDC critic, to lead agency for now

The co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration, which rebuked CDC’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, will oversee the nation’s leading public health agency.

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Feb 18 • 2:46 PM EST • Health • washingtonpost.com
The Evolving Politics of Climate Change in China

Drawing on official data, policy signals, and diplomatic developments, Neil Thomas and Guoguang Wu write about how economic pressures, industrial policy, and geopolitical competition are reshaping China’s climate priorities.

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Feb 18 • 2:45 PM EST • Politics • asiasociety.org
EPA sued for attacks on science & clean air which hike your energy costs $1.4T

17 groups filed suit against EPA's attacks on the public which will raise energy costs by $1.4 trillion - and trillions more in health costs.

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Feb 18 • 2:20 PM EST • Science • electrek.co
‘All Are Welcome’ At Rev. Jesse Jackson Memorial, But Family Says To Leave Politics At Home

Services for the civil rights icon are set to begin next week and will be open to the public, though details are still being finalized.

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Feb 18 • 1:48 PM EST • Politics • blockclubchicago.org
US: Trump's EPA sued by environmentalist, health groups

US President Donald Trump has revoked a 2009 EPA declaration that determined carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases as a threat to public health and welfare. Several groups are now challenging this decision in court.

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Feb 18 • 1:43 PM EST • Health • dw.com
DAV announces new partnership with Solace Health supporting veterans’ care

ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with Solace Health as its first new partner in 2026. The partnership is supported by a donation from Solace Health to advance DAV’s mission of empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives. The collaboration brings together two organizations focused on helping veterans receive timely, coordinated, high-quality care, regardless of where they receive it. While many veterans receive care through the VA, which offers an integrated and coordinated whole-health model, others receive some or all of their care through private health systems using Medicare or other insurance benefits. These veterans often need help to understand health insurance rules, manage their treatment, and navigate between multiple health care systems. “Disabled veterans often have complex health challenges, and DAV’s advocacy work strives to minimize barriers to timely, high-quality care, primarily within VA., but increasingly between VA and private providers,” said DAV CEO and National Adjutant Barry Jesinoski. “Our partnership with Solace Health can offer support for veterans who are eligible for VA care and Medicare, particularly those who split their care between the VA and private health systems. Veterans who don’t use VA at all can also benefit from the care coordination services that Solace Health provides, usually with little or no out-of-pocket cost to them.” Solace Health provides professional health care advocacy services, connecting patients with experienced advocates who help schedule appointments, explain benefits, coordinate care among providers, and manage administrative burdens with private health care systems, thereby allowing veterans and their families to focus on health and recovery. “For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when service does,” said Jeremy Gurewitz, CEO and co-founder of Solace Health. “Veterans living with serious medical conditions often encounter a private health care system outside of the VA that is fragmented and difficult to navigate. Through this partnership with DAV, Solace Health advocates can help cut through red tape, improve care coordination, and simplify scheduling of medical appointments. We’re proud to support DAV in helping veterans to successfully navigate health care systems so that veterans, particularly disabled veterans, receive the care they have earned.” DAV provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations, their families, caregivers, and survivors. Each year, DAV’s no-cost programs and services help more than 1 million veterans access the benefits and health care they have earned, connect with meaningful employment, and ensure their voices are heard on Capitol Hill. About DAV DAV is dedicated to ensuring our promise is kept to America’s veterans. DAV does this by helping veterans and their families access the full range of benefits available to them, fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill, providing employment resources to veterans and their families, offering programs and services to empower them, and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. A nonprofit organization with nearly 1 million members, DAV was founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. About Solace Health Veterans face complex health challenges, and the path to care is far harder than it should be. They deal with fragmented services and providers, each with unique requirements and paperwork. Solace Health advocates—healthcare experts with 16 years’ experience on average—help veterans navigate this landscape when they need it most. Advocates schedule appointments, explain benefits and keep doctors aligned. They take the lead on calls and documentation, and their no-homework ethos eases burdens on veterans and their families. Solace Health is covered by Medicare and Medicare Advantage, and most veterans pay little or nothing out of pocket. We’re honored to support DAV members.

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Feb 18 • 1:37 PM EST • Health • dav.org
Kathy Hochul's health care push runs into GOP wall

The Democratic governor has been trying to enlist the help of House Republicans to ensure people with low incomes and noncitizens can keep coverage.

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Feb 18 • 1:00 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Following Trump’s lead, some GOP states seek to limit environmental regulations

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Some Republican legislators are looking to restrict their states’ ability to set environmental regulations, a move that comes as President Donald Trump ’s administration pushes to roll back environmental rules on power plants, water and greenhouse gases. The Alabama Legislature on Tuesday approved legislation backed by business groups that would prevent […]

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Feb 18 • 12:47 PM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Senate candidate James Talarico raises $2.5 million after Stephen Colbert interview controversy, campaign says

Stephen Colbert accused CBS of blocking an interview with Talarico from airing during his late-night broadcast on Monday. The interview, shared on YouTube, has millions of views and has allegedly resulted in millions of dollars in campaign contributions for Talarico.

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Feb 18 • 12:27 PM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org