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As of November 10, 2025, the US government shutdown, the longest in history at over 40 days, is close to ending after bipartisan talks yielded a short-term funding deal. The impasse, rooted in disputes over healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, has caused widespread disruptions including unpaid federal workers, flight cancellations, and halted food aid for millions.
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As of November 25, 2025, Character.AI will prohibit users under 18 from engaging in open-ended chatbot conversations following lawsuits linking its AI companions to teen suicides. The company will implement age verification and daily chat limits, shifting younger users toward AI-driven creative tools like video and story generation amid growing regulatory scrutiny in the US.
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On December 11, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aiming to preempt state-level AI regulations by establishing a unified federal framework. The order directs the Attorney General to challenge state laws deemed burdensome and threatens to withhold federal funding from states enforcing conflicting AI rules. This move has ignited bipartisan opposition, legal challenges, and fierce pushback from states like California, which have enacted their own AI safety laws.
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Congress failed to override President Trump's vetoes on two bills, amid bipartisan efforts on spending and war powers. Five Senate Republicans joined Democrats to advance a resolution limiting Trump's military actions in Venezuela, prompting sharp criticism from Trump. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over military authority and government funding.
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Donald Trump announced a one-year plan to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, citing consumer protection. The move faces opposition from financial industry groups and Congress, with debates over implementation and potential impacts on credit availability. The proposal echoes earlier campaign promises and legislative efforts to limit high-interest credit card debt.