US Domestic News Highlights: Surge in Measles, Political Shifts, and Legal Standoffs

The latest US domestic news covers critical developments, including a significant rise in measles cases in South Carolina, Virginia's high court approving a redistricting vote, Trump's immigration policies facing legal challenges, and disputes over pilot hiring practices. Additionally, the Trump administration faces opposition over deportation deals.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-02-2026 05:25 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 05:25 IST
US Domestic News Highlights: Surge in Measles, Political Shifts, and Legal Standoffs
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The US is witnessing its largest measles outbreak in over three decades, prompting health officials to call for vaccinations as cases in South Carolina surge.

The Virginia Supreme Court has paved the way for a potential Democratic coup in Congress by allowing a redistricting proposal to proceed to a public vote, defying a previous block by a state judge.

In the political realm, President Trump presses forward with immigration reforms and voter ID requirements, despite potential legal hurdles and a looming Homeland Security shutdown over funding disputes.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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