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Audrey Streb

Audrey Streb is a D.C.-based reporter covering energy and politics for Heartlander News. Her reporting has been featured in The Daily Caller, The Daily Signal, RealClear Policy/Energy, and The…

Culture
American nuclear energy just reached a milestone decades in the making. Is the ‘renaissance’ finally happening?

A nuclear energy startup beat the clock by a month when its advanced reactor reached a milestone pivotal for safe operation, advancing a goal set by President Donald Trump… Read More

June 12, 2026
Government
Melania Trump, Scott Bessent unveil Trump accounts for foster kids

First Lady Melania Trump unveiled a new initiative on Thursday to help foster kids get access to “Trump accounts.” Led in tandem with the Treasury Department, the effort is aimed at… Read More

June 11, 2026
World
Trump ‘cancels’ strikes on Iran, says deal could be signed soon

Shortly after President Donald Trump announced Thursday on Truth Social that the U.S. will be “hitting Iran,” he posted the strikes were “cancelled” due to agreements reached in negotiations. Read More

June 11, 2026
Government
‘This is a crisis’: Hawley urges immediate gas tax pause, dismisses highway fund concerns 

Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley is urging Congress to suspend the federal gas tax as the U.S.-Iran conflict passes the 100-day mark and prices continue pinching American consumers at… Read More

June 10, 2026
Government
Flesh-eating parasite threatens American beef industry while blame game ensues

Parasitic larvae from flies capable of devastating the agriculture industry breached the U.S. border this week, setting off a round of finger-pointing while authorities scramble to contain the situation. Read More

June 5, 2026