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Democrats Are 'Just Salty,' Says Nayib Bukele: El Salvador's President Laughs At Senate Bill Calling For Sanctions On His Bitcoin-Friendly Nation
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 10:07pm | 593El Salvador President Nayib Bukele called Democrats “salty” on Tuesday, reacting to a proposed bill by party senators that calls for sanctions on the Central American nation. What Happened: The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025 was introduced last month by Senators Chris...
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Trump's Major Bill Advances In Senate Amid Late-Night Vote, SALT Provision Compromise Stirs Controversy
Sunday, June 29, 2025 - 9:46am | 770In a late-night voting session, Senate Republicans have successfully advanced a significant bill backed by President Donald Trump. The bill encompasses tax breaks, spending cuts, and an increase in deportation funds. What Happened: The Senate Republicans managed to clear a crucial procedural step...
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$1,000 Disneyland Breakfast Sparks Outrage: Dad Says He 'Almost Spit Out My Coffee'
Sunday, June 22, 2025 - 3:55pm | 403A father’s post revealing a hefty Disneyland breakfast bill of $937.65 has caused widespread disbelief and criticism. What Happened: The father, known on social media as John ‘Rock & Roll’ Tolkien or @jrockandrollt, shared his family’s breakfast bill from the Disney...
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Trump Family's Crypto 'Conflicts Of Interest' Are Coming In The Way Of Law Meant To Regulate Digital Assets, Says Gregory Meeks
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 11:47pm | 641The involvement of President Donald Trump’s family in the cryptocurrency industry was creating problems in the progression of a bill designed to regulate the sector, a senior Democratic legislator said on Wednesday. What Happened: The House Financial Services Committee hearing, focused...
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Pennsylvania Isn't Giving Up On Recreational Cannabis: Optimism Rises As Lawmakers Reintroduce Governor-Backed Bill
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 4:46pm | 613A new bipartisan bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives is reigniting the push to legalize adult-use cannabis in the state. Representatives Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne) and Emily Kinkead (D-Allegheny) are spearheading House Bill 2500, which proposes a regulation of adult-use...
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Bipartisan Senators Push For AI Content Authentication With COPIED Act
Friday, July 12, 2024 - 3:32pm | 490A bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced the Content Origin Protection and Integrity from Edited and Deepfaked Media Act (COPIED Act). According to The Verge, the proposed legislation aims to authenticate and detect AI-generated content, providing a shield for journalists and artists against...
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Bitcoin To Pay Taxes? Gaetz Hypes Up Crypto, Internal Revenue Code Legislation
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - 11:50am | 491Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) introduced a bill that aims to allow Americans to pay their federal income taxes using Bitcoin. This legislation seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code, signaling a potential shift towards integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream financial systems. The bill...
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New Jersey Senate Committee Approves Hemp Regulation Bill Amid Cannabis Industry Growth
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 11:17am | 577The New Jersey Senate Judiciary Committee recently approved a bill that mandates the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) to oversee and regulate intoxicating hemp products, mainly Delta-8 THC. This legislation, labeled S 3235, addresses concerns over the sale and consumption of high-THC hemp...
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What's Next for TikTok? Platform Maps Out Strategies To Stop US Ban Efforts, Though Biden Says He's Ready To Sign Bill
Monday, March 11, 2024 - 7:10pm | 661Legislation aiming to ban TikTok in the U.S. or force its sale was rapidly progressing through the House, signaling the potential shutdown of the popular app. Lawmakers cited concerns over data sharing with the Chinese government and potential propaganda dissemination. See Also: Is TikTok...
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California Governor Newsom Signs Crypto Bill: Progressive Digital Asset Regulation
Monday, October 16, 2023 - 10:38am | 538On Friday, California Governor Gavin Newsom, one of the Democratic Party’s most prominent promoters and defenders of blockchain and crypto technologies, signed a Crypto licensing bill to build a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. He had earlier refused to accept New York’s...
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WA Gov. Inslee Signs Bill Making Drug Possession A Gross Misdemeanor, Critics Fear It's Impact On People Of Color
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 9:43am | 340The Washington Legislature passed a law this week to make drug possession a gross misdemeanor and to set up substance-use treatment programs, reported Crosscut. The move came just weeks after Gov. Jay Inslee (D) revealed his plans to call a special session to discuss decriminalizing the possession...
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Why Montana's $300M Weed Market May Be Closed To Out-Of-Staters And More Regs Pending Gov's Approval
Monday, May 15, 2023 - 11:15am | 683Montana became the 14th state to legalize recreational cannabis when 58% of voters said in 2020. From a bill that would put an end to the recreational cannabis market statewide to a measure seeking changes in permissible THC amounts in edibles, lawmakers at the...
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Missouri Lawmakers Create Pathway For Cannabis Banking Access Amid Federal Talks On SAFE Act
Monday, May 15, 2023 - 8:52am | 495A measure that would streamline access to banking for cannabis businesses in Missouri got the green light from House members last week, reported Missouri Independent. The legislation under which marijuana businesses would be allowed to execute a waiver authorizing state agencies to share their...
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New Hampshire Lawmakers Vote Down Marijuana Legalization Again, Cannabis Ads In Rhode Island & More Pot Regs
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 1:02pm | 686New Hampshire Is 'An Island Of Prohibition' Says State Sen. Rebecca Whitley After Marijuana Vote New Hampshire Senate members voted against House approved marijuana legalization measure on Tuesday, reported Marijuana Moment. The Senate Judiciary Committee didn't support...
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Kentucky Gov. Signs GOP-Led Bill Increasing Age Limit For Marijuana Alternative
Friday, March 24, 2023 - 9:34am | 378Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed a measure regulating hemp-derived Delta-8 THC products on Thursday. House Bill 544 from state Rep. Rebecca Raymer (R-Morgantown) advanced through both state legislative chambers earlier this month. The measure makes it illegal for those under 21 to purchase Delta-8...