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Trump expected to choose Jay Clayton as AI czar
HousingThe administration is considering giving Clayton the AI role while he continues serving as director of national intelligence.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskOct 2, 2026
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Childcare proposal would favor one family structure
HousingThe Trump administration is considering expanding childcare-fund eligibility to some married, one-earner households.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
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Johnson’s district shows a mixed political mood for GOP
HousingMike Johnson appears secure at home, while high prices, the war in Iran and economic unease weigh on his party’s broader standing.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
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Palm Beach County pauses large data center applications
HousingCommissioners approved a one-year moratorium while the county reviews environmental, noise and utility concerns tied to large facilities.
The Ballot National DeskSep 27, 2026
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Hegseth urges troops to register for 2026 elections
HousingThe defense secretary said 300,000 troops did not register two years ago and pointed military families to a federal registration postcard.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 26, 2026
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Trump child-care idea divides conservatives over family aid
HousingThe unannounced proposal would extend federal child-care aid to some married households with a parent caring for children at home.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 18, 2026
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English village votes to leave UK over migrant housing plan
HousingThe local vote was a protest against a plan to house migrants in the English village.
The Ballot National DeskSep 17, 2026
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Child care aid draws interest across party lines
HousingThe Trump administration and some Democrats are considering similar forms of added child care support, but their approaches differ.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 12, 2026
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Trump says he will not sign bipartisan housing bill
HousingTrump said he would not sign a bipartisan housing measure but stopped short of explicitly threatening a veto.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskAug 21, 2026