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February 27

Megan Rapinoe says Eileen Gu representing China over US is an 'excellent business decision' amid controversy

Former soccer star Megan Rapinoe called Eileen Gu's decision to represent China instead of the U.S. in freeskiing an "excellent business decision" on her podcast with Sue Bird.

February 27

DHS funding stalemate thaws as White House sends Democrats 'serious' counteroffer

The White House sent its second offer to congressional Democrats as the partial government shutdown neared its third week with no clear end in sight.

February 27

Virginia Democrats talk affordability — and vote to nearly triple their own pay

Virginia Democrats vote themselves a 178% pay raise while campaigning on affordability issues, sparking Republican criticism over legislative budget priorities.

February 27

Cronkite-era producer exits CBS News in dramatic fashion after 46 years at network

Veteran producer Mary Walsh exited CBS News in dramatic fashion on Friday, suggesting the organization has been told to aim reporting at a particular political party.

February 27

Rubio designates Iran over wrongful detentions, urges Americans to leave country 'immediately'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio designates Iran as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention and urges Americans to leave the country immediately.

February 27

FBI fires a dozen after Biden-era subpoenas of Patel, Wiles come to light

At least a dozen FBI employees were fired after revelations the bureau under the Biden administration allegedly subpoenaed Kash Patel and Susie Wiles’ phone records in 2022 and 2023.

February 27

Legendary Texas BBQ restaurant in spotlight as RFK Jr touts 'real food' on health tour

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited an iconic Texas BBQ joint, announcing nutrition changes for medical schools and military bases during a trip that included Austin.

February 27

US women's hockey gold medalist says it's 'sad' men's team had to apologize for Olympics controversy

Olympic gold medalist Abbey Murphy defended the men's hockey team amid the Trump controversy, saying players showed mutual respect and shouldn't have apologized.

February 27

Bill Clinton says Trump 'never said anything' to suggest he was involved with Epstein: Comer

House Oversight Chair James Comer says Bill Clinton testified he never heard President Donald Trump implicate himself with Jeffrey Epstein during a deposition Friday.

February 27

NASA chief vows four Moon missions before Trump's term ends in ambitious 2028 timeline

NASA administrator Jared Isaacman reveals timeline for Artemis Moon missions, promising three launches during Trump's term despite Artemis II delays.