February 21, 2026 at 06:23AM
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First U.S. responders are rushing to a developing wildfire near the West Coast, with evacuation orders expanding as flames threaten communities and a shift in winds raises containment challenges.
In Washington, lawmakers debate a new infrastructure package aimed at boosting grid reliability and accelerating clean energy projects, while a bipartisan compromise seeks to fund resilience measures after recent storms.
Economic data shows a modest uptick in consumer spending for the quarter, though inflation remains a concern as the Federal Reserve signals potential policy adjustments to curb price pressures.