D.C. Proposes $6 Million Fee for Robotaxis Amid Union Opposition
The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.
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The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.
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The fiscal year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act passed narrowly after intense debate over a U.S.-Israel defense cooperation clause and related amendments.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 10:09 PM
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In a close 215-214 vote, the House passed a measure presuming approval for qualified military and civilian personnel to carry personal firearms on military installations, amid ongoing defense and personnel policy debates.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 5:06 AM
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An amendment proposed by Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.) to restrict Pentagon funding for Ukraine security assistance was defeated in a decisive House vote.
The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 5:00 AMworld
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South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:59 AM
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Jun Seki, Foxconn's chief strategy officer for electric vehicles, anticipates Level 4 and higher autonomous driving to become mainstream by 2040 as costs decrease and reliability improves.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 8:12 AM
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The National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2027 passed narrowly in the House despite Democratic opposition over its cost, Iran war involvement, and voting restrictions tied to the bill.
CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 2:02 AM
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A bipartisan majority in the House approved the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, with six Democrats crossing party lines to support the nearly $1.15 trillion measure.
The Hill | Jul 23, 2026, 1:11 AM
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Section 1217 of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act enhances U.S.-Israel defense technology collaboration amid misinformation campaigns.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 10:33 AM
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The discovery of the DC-4 wreckage from a 1952 Pan Am flight that crashed off Puerto Rico sheds light on a tragedy that claimed 52 lives and led to mandatory passenger safety briefings.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 8:32 AM
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Ken Jouppi argues the seizure of his Cessna is an excessive fine under the Eighth Amendment, raising questions about proportionality in asset forfeiture.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 10:21 PM
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The Senate intelligence committee voted 9-8 to advance Jay Clayton’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence, setting the stage for a full Senate confirmation vote amid partisan criticism.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:03 PM
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US President Donald Trump signed orders on July 20, 2026, to impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian products, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against American goods.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 PMbusiness
The indictment marks the first case under Taiwan's National Security Act related to advancing China's semiconductor ambitions.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 20, 2026, 1:42 PMpolitics
Andrew Giuliani, head of the White House’s World Cup task force, supports Argentina’s right to display a banner asserting its claim to the Falkland Islands after their semi-final win over England, sparking criticism from British politicians.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 12:28 AMworld
Tamás Sulyok, regarded as a loyalist of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, signed a constitutional amendment ending his presidency amid political upheaval.
BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 7:10 PMpolitics
Democratic ties to labor unions are creating obstacles to embracing automation technologies that could lower costs and improve efficiency, according to a libertarian perspective.
Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 10:46 AMworld
The United States has allowed the expiration of parts of former President Trump's national emergency order on Hong Kong, easing some sanctions but keeping key restrictions in place amid ongoing concerns over the territory's autonomy.
CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:10 AMworld
European policymakers plan to leverage Chinese electric vehicle technology and the Industrial Accelerator Act to close the cost gap with Chinese EV makers by 2028 or 2029.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 10:34 PMpolitics
A new article in the Journal of Free Speech Law outlines a method to judicially review executive actions that may retaliate against protected expression under the guise of ordinary governance.
Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:10 PMpolitics
A resolution to terminate a Trump-era Medicare program using AI for care approvals failed along party lines in the Senate.
The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 9:09 PMgeneral
Following a Supreme Court ruling upholding birthright citizenship, Senator Eric Schmitt introduces legislation and calls for revocation of citizenship for babies born to foreign diplomats in the U.S.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 7:19 PMworld
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a new health initiative aimed at restoring natural capabilities of troops through mandatory testosterone level checks.
Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 8:29 AMpolitics
An amendment to eliminate $3.3 billion in U.S. aid to Israel failed in the House, exposing divisions within the Democratic Party.
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