Stories from Washington · United States

A bipartisan coalition of Democrats and Republicans has successfully removed certain provisions from the Farm Bill. US lawmakers are questioning provisions within the Farm Bill, with concerns raised about its impact on farm states.

Medicare's new ACCESS program establishes the first payment mechanism for AI agents in healthcare. The CMS program rewards health outcomes rather than activities, allowing AI to monitor patients between visits.

The United States has introduced an Artificial Intelligence skills requirement for the CyberCorps scholarship program. The requirement is part of broader efforts to enhance national security. The requirement was announced Tuesday.

A D.C. Judge Richard Leon ruled that Trump did not have the authority to demolish the East Wing and build a new structure. The ruling impacts property development.

Adrian Boafo, a state lawmaker, is reportedly receiving funding from a crypto super PAC and Democratic insiders for a key House primary. Boafo also works as a top lobbyist for Oracle.

Dr. Marty Makary, head of the Food and Drug Administration, is resigning. His tenure faced months of complaints from health industry executives and anti-abortion activists. His resignation followed weeks of pressure. The New York Times reported on the event.

The Supreme Court has cleared a path for Alabama to use a new voting map for the midterm elections. This decision represents a victory for Republicans. The ruling impacts the state's primary elections.

The Congressional Budget Office has estimated the cost of President Trump's Golden Dome missile defense program at $1.2 trillion. Space-based interceptors represent the largest portion of this expenditure. The specific cost estimate was not detailed in the provided information. This update provides a revised cost estimate for the project. The estimated cost for a proposed missile shield under a potential Trump administration exceeds $1 trillion. The cost raises budgetary questions.

WTOP reported that the air fair index has increased by approximately 21%. The report did not specify the type of air fair or the reason for the increase.

Cole Allen has pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. The plea was entered in Washington. The incident reportedly occurred during a dinner in Washington. The specific details of the alleged attempt were not disclosed.