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President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Trump’s address to Congress showed the country’s stark partisan divide. Here are 7 key takeaways

The hard edge reflected Trump’s steamroller approach to his second term, brushing aside opposition and demanding loyalty throughout the federal government.

5 months ago

volunteer escorts stand outside a Planned Parenthood
Politics & Policy

As feds drop FACE Act cases in Philly and elsewhere, reproductive health providers worry about escalating violence

The dismissed federal lawsuit against a man who barricaded himself inside a Philly Planned Parenthood in 2021 is part of changes at the U.S. Department of Justice.

5 months ago

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Wilmington, Delaware skyline
Politics & Policy

Is ‘DExit’ a real threat to Delaware’s $2B-a-year incorporation kingdom, and will proposal protect or destroy ‘the franchise’?

Gov. Meyer and lawmakers say legislation is critical to protect the state’s dominance, but critics deride the measure as the “Billionaires’ Bill.”

5 months ago

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President Donald Trump speaks
Politics & Policy

A look at claims around Trump’s initiatives as he prepares to address Congress

President Donald Trump has moved quickly during his first six weeks in office to make numerous changes.

5 months ago

Donald Trump speaks at a joint address of Congress
Politics & Policy

Trump vows to press ahead on reshaping America in speech to Congress as Democrats register dissent

The president took credit for reorienting the economy, immigration and foreign policy as he updated Congress on plans after a turbulent first few weeks in office.

5 months ago

a sample Pennsylvania REAL ID
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania residents will need REAL ID to board planes beginning May 7. Here’s what to know

Because of the pandemic, the enforcement date for REAL ID was postponed from 2021.

5 months ago

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Bags of trash are visible on the sidewalk.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘This has to stop’: Philadelphians push City Council for more illegal dumping prevention

Residents say they are tired of repeatedly cleaning up their communities. They urged the city to invest in education and enforcement.

5 months ago

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Donald Trump welcomes Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House
Politics & Policy

Trump pauses U.S. military aid to Ukraine while pressuring Zelenskyy to move toward quick end to war

U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, who represents parts of Philly and is co-chair of the Congressional European Union Caucus, called the move "a direct threat to our national security.”

5 months ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware Senate committee considers bill adding abortion rights to state constitution

Delaware legalized abortion access up until viability in 2017. Constitutional amendments must pass both chambers in two consecutive General Assemblies.

5 months ago

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Donald Trump speaks to reporters
Politics & Policy

What to expect from Trump’s next first speech to Congress

When the president speaks to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, his words are bound to be different from when he addressed lawmakers at the beginning of his first term.

5 months ago

Elon Musk receives a chainsaw
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Even in Philly, some support Trump’s mass firings

Republicans say inflation and national debt demand sharp federal cuts.

6 months ago

Sereyrath
Politics & Policy

City Council members call on ICE to release ‘lifelong Philadelphian’ in detention

Sereyrath Van was only 4 years old when he came to Philadelphia from a refugee camp in Thailand. Van is now waiting to be deported to a country he has never been to.

6 months ago

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Donald Trump claps next to Elon Musk
Studio 2
Courts & Law

DOGE’s access to sensitive American data

Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency have been seeking access to troves of Americans’ sensitive data. Could Musk use this info for personal profit?

Air Date: February 27, 2025 12:00 pm

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Phil Murphy speaks
Politics & Policy

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy proposes a record $58.1B budget, but federal funding uncertainty is a concern

Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposed spending includes continued property tax relief and full funding for K–12 education. Concerns about federal funding remain.

6 months ago

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Kathy Jennings speaks
Politics & Policy

2,000 attend virtual Delaware town hall amid federal layoffs and immigration enforcement fears

Delaware’s congressional leaders tackled federal layoffs, data privacy concerns and immigration enforcement in the Trump administration.

6 months ago

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