Here are the major news highlights from the United States today (Friday, February 13, 2026):
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Trump news at a glance: White House rejects climate science and opens door to more pollution
Senate Democrats block DHS funding over immigration tactics
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Climate policy rollback: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency revoked a key scientific finding that supported greenhouse gas regulations, undermining the U.S. climate change strategy and likely loosening pollution limits on cars and trucks. ļæ½
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DHS funding gridlock: Senate Democrats blocked funding for the Department of Homeland Security, raising the possibility the department could partially shut down when temporary funding expires at midnight Friday. ļæ½
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Sports (Winter Olympics)
Team USA at the Winter Olympics: U.S. athletes continue competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, with Ilia Malinin leading American menās figure skaters heading into the free skate and other U.S. competitors in snowboarding and skiing events scheduled today. ļæ½
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Seismic activity reported: A seismic-like event (possible earthquake) was reported near Great Falls, Montana earlier today; details are preliminary and unverified. ļæ½
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Immigration headlines: U.S. immigration courts are fast-tracking some asylum hearings, the administration may expand passport revocations for child-support debt, and immigration enforcement is a key issue linked to the DHS funding debate. ļæ½
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Trade developments: A U.S.āTaiwan trade deal was finalized, reducing tariffs and deepening economic ties (reported in international business news). ļæ½
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Ongoing tensions: U.S.āIran relations remain tense amid continued Iran internal unrest; U.S. officials have indicated military options could be considered while diplomacy continues. ļæ½
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