U.S. Hiring Slows to 29,000 Jobs as Unemployment Holds at 4.2%
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September while unemployment held at 4.2%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with prior months revised lower.
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National political news, campaigns, parties and major developments shaping American public life.
What the Supreme Court’s 2026 Term Could Mean for Immigration, Gun Rights and Voting Rules
The Supreme Court's new term features major disputes over immigration, gun laws, voting rules, religious liberty and state power, with decisions expected to shape national policy well beyond 2026.
Supreme Court Opens New Term With Major Fight Over Climate Lawsuits
The Supreme Court opened its 2026 term with Suncor Energy v. Boulder County, a case that could shape whether state-law climate lawsuits against major energy companies can proceed.
Ohio Early Voting Opens as Senate and House Races Put Congress in Play
Ohio opened early in-person and absentee voting on October 6, putting several closely watched congressional races into the national spotlight ahead of the November 3 midterms.