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The House is poised to vote on the Social Security Fairness Act this week, facing a steeper hurdle after a surprise move by the Freedom Caucus to block its expedited passage. This bipartisan bill, championed by both Democrats and Republicans, seeks to restore full Social Security benefits for workers who also receive other pensions, addressing a long-standing inequity that disproportionately impacts public sector employees.

Florida death row inmate Michael Tanzi's execution is challenged by his lawyers due to health concerns, arguing that his weight and medical conditions could lead to a botched lethal injection. Tanzi was convicted of kidnapping and murdering Janet Acosta in 2000 and is scheduled for execution on April 8th.

The Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy (OIDP) and the Office of Minority Health are facing potential layoffs as part of a broader restructuring plan within the Department of Health and Human Services. This move aims to reduce 20,000 positions and merge various offices into a newly established agency called the Administration for a Health America.

Top Trump administration officials, including National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, were involved in a Signal chat that exposed classified information about military operations, raising concerns about cybersecurity and operational security protocols. The officials' personal accounts on Venmo, a mobile payment service, were also open to the public, potentially exposing their contacts to exploitation.

Emerging research suggests that a gut-friendly diet rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats can promote gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve both physical and mental well-being. This approach, inspired by the Mediterranean diet and incorporating elements from other cultures, aims to optimize gut health and reduce the risk of various health conditions.