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A majority of voters support state-level bans on transgender women competing in women’s sports, according to The Center Square Voters’ Voice Poll conducted by Noble Predictive Insights. CEO Mike Noble noted that while no issue reaches 100% agreement, two-thirds support is considered politically significant.

Everyday Economics: The economy was already soft; here's what to look for next thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

Wilson wants new Seattle taxes for big business and the wealthy thecentersquare.com/washington/art…

Congressional Perks: Senate spending skyrockets by more than 40% in last few years thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

Advocates call on U.S. Supreme Court to clarify climate laws thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

Defying Senate, House GOP passes DHS funding stopgap thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

Are AI technologies driving up energy costs and raising ethical concerns? Some leaders are warning about the societal impacts of artificial intelligence, while new polling shows a growing number of voters linking AI data centers to rising electricity prices. Watch more on The Center Square Daily. buff.ly/YJLv2jh

DHS shutdown to continue after House rejects Senate deal thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

Should law enforcement be allowed to use facial recognition and other biometric tools in investigations? An Illinois proposal would ban the use of technologies like facial recognition, fingerprints, voice prints and eye scans in most policing situations, while allowing limited use for ID verification, as lawmakers debate the balance between investigative tools and privacy protections. Read the full story: thecentersquare.com/illinois/artic…

Could humanoid robots play a role in education? Melania Trump highlighted AI-driven learning at a recent summit, drawing mixed reactions. Watch on The Center Square Daily.

What’s next for NASAand how much will it cost taxpayers? New plans include a moon base, Mars missions, and expanded private partnerships. Watch on The Center Square Daily. buff.ly/RnfTZfC

Where should the line be drawn between student privacy and parental rights? A new legal dispute in New Jersey is testing that question. Read the full article: thecentersquare.com/new_jersey/art…

Can the power grid keep up with rising electricity demand? Pennsylvania is launching a new study, backed by a federal grant, as data centers and plant retirements put pressure on supply. Read the full article: buff.ly/sjH2Pk6

No funding for ICE. No funding for Border Patrol. The Senate just passed a DHS bill that excludes both and kicks the immigration fight down the road. Read the full article: thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

The California Legislature has voted to rename Cesar Chavez Day after a recent investigation detailed allegations of misconduct involving Chavez. Lawmakers say the move reflects a broader effort to honor generations of farmworkers while responding to new information about the historical figure the holiday originally recognized. Read more: thecentersquare.com/california/art…

New documents show a California school district has paid out over $900,000 for DEI-related programs and consulting services. The spending in Merced City School District includes initiatives like student affinity groups and summer programs, raising questions about how taxpayer dollars are being allocated. More on The Center Square Daily. youtu.be/guBlUdbWD5s

What’s behind California’s hospice fraud investigation? Nearly 300 providers are reportedly tied to just a handful of addresses in Los Angeles. Watch on The Center Square Daily. youtu.be/guBlUdbWD5s

Do voters want major government reform? New polling shows a majority support sweeping changes to address waste, fraud, and abuse. Watch on The Center Square Daily. youtu.be/guBlUdbWD5s

Should illegal immigrants be eligible for bond hearings while awaiting deportation? A split federal appeals court decision backs the Trump administration’s push to detain illegal immigrants without bond. One judge called the ruling a “novel interpretation” of the law. Read more: thecentersquare.com/national/artic…

California GOP lawmakers are proposing a sales tax break on infant car seats, aiming to ease costs for young families.

Do current anti-fraud efforts go far enough? The Center Square Voters' Voice Poll shows most voters want large-scale reforms to tackle government waste. Read more: thecentersquare.com/national/artic…