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Online data protection bills become law in Maryland

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed two measures into law on Thursday that are aimed at better protecting personal data online from Big Tech, including a bill making Maryland the second state to try to create strong limits on information collected on children. The measure, known as the Maryland Kids Code, seeks to limit data that Read More

Senate overwhelmingly passes FAA reauthorization, sending bill to House

The Senate passed a five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Thursday, putting pressure on the House to also pass the measure before the Friday at midnight deadline.  The Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act passed the upper chamber by a vote of 88 to 4, despite pushback from Virginia Read More

Biden gives 3-word response when asked when he’ll debate Trump

President Biden gave a three-word response when he was asked whether he would debate former President Trump prior to the election. “Set it up,” the Democratic president told reporters following a ceremony celebrating the WNBA Champions, the Las Vegas Aces, on Thursday afternoon. Biden’s statement came after Trump repeatedly said he would debate Biden “anywhere, Read More

Michigan man acquitted in Whitmer kidnapping plot running for sheriff

A man acquitted of having a supporting role in the plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said he’s running for county sheriff. Eric Molitor filed papers to run against Wexford County Sheriff Trent Taylor in the Republican primary in August, The Detroit News reported Thursday. He said he’s running on a pledge to not Read More