Biden Cancels Gas Water Heaters
The Biden administration has finalized climate regulations that ban most natural gas-powered tankless water heaters, effective by 2029. The move is aimed at reducing carbon emissions but has drawn criticism for potentially increasing costs for consumers. Experts estimate that buyers will pay an average of $450 more for new water heaters, with the regulations disproportionately affecting low-income and senior households.
Trump’s Big MAGA Bill
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) outlined a plan for a large budget reconciliation bill to advance President Donald Trump’s policy agenda in the early months of his second term. The bill would address key issues such as border security, tax cuts, and energy policy. Previously, the legislation would be split into two parts, with an initial focus on border security alone.
GOP Anger Over Soros Medal
Republican lawmakers have expressed strong disapproval of President Biden awarding the Medal of Freedom to George Soros and Hillary Clinton. The medal, the highest civilian honor in the U.S., was given to 19 recipients, including Soros, a major Democratic donor, and Clinton, a former presidential candidate.
New Bitcoin Price Target
As Bitcoin prices fluctuate, analysts predict significant future gains for the cryptocurrency, forecasting a potential rise to $225,000 per coin by the end of 2025. This optimism stems from expectations of a more favorable regulatory environment under a potential Trump administration.
California Governor and RFK Jr. Agree?
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order to address the rising obesity and diabetes crisis, focusing on reducing dangerous food dyes and ultra-processed foods. This initiative aligns with previous calls, including those by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and reflects growing bipartisan concern over the nation’s health issues.
