> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://aarr.org/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # AARR Weekly Digest Newsletter from Saturday January 10, 2026 - URL: https://aarr.org/weekly-digest-2026-01-10/ - Published: 2026-01-10T09:50:05.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-10T13:13:05.000Z - Description: A weekly digest of the latest News, Advocacy, and People articles delivered every Saturday morning. Published on Saturday January 10, 2026. - Author: AARR Staff - Tags: #Newsletter ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-small-business-administration-targets-mn-fraud.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 9, 2026 ### SBA Targets Fraud in Minnesota with Massive Loan Suspensions The SBA suspended nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers over suspected fraud in pandemic-era loans worth $400 million. This crackdown, led by Administrator Kelly Loeffler, aims to protect taxpayer funds and ensure program integrity. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/sba-fraud-crackdown-minnesota-loan-suspensions/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-proctor-gamble-publish-flouride-amount-toothpaste.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 9, 2026 ### P&G Updates Children’s Toothpaste Packaging Over Fluoride Worries Procter & Gamble has updated Crest children's toothpaste packaging under an agreement with Texas AG Ken Paxton. This addresses concerns over excessive fluoride use depicted on previous boxes. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/crest-updates-childrens-toothpaste-packaging-fluoride-concerns/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-venezuela-to-buy-american-goods-trump-oil-deal-revenue.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 8, 2026 ### Trump Secures Venezuela Oil Deal with American Goods Purchase Commitment President Trump announced a deal for Venezuela to supply up to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., with revenue used solely for American goods. This includes agricultural products, medicines, and energy equipment. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/trump-venezuela-oil-deal-american-goods-purchase/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-barksdale-air-force-base-louisiana.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 8, 2026 ### Chinese Tycoon’s Golf Courses Near Air Force Bases Spark Security Fears A Chinese tycoon linked to Beijing owns golf courses near Barksdale Air Force Base, raising security concerns. Lawmakers, including Chairman Moolenaar, demand scrutiny of such strategic land deals near U.S. military sites. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/chinese-tycoon-golf-courses-air-force-bases-security-fears/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-state-department-adds-25-countries--15K-visa-bond.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 7, 2026 ### State Department Requires $15,000 Bond Bond to Curb Visa Overstays The U.S. State Department expanded its visa bond policy, requiring up to $15,000 from citizens of 25 more countries. This aims to deter overstays, with bonds refundable upon compliance. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/us-state-department-visa-bond-policy-expansion/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-cms-dr-oz-will-claw-back-mn-medicaid-fraud-funds.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 7, 2026 ### Minnesota Faces Medicaid Fraud Penalties Under Dr. Mehmet Oz's Oversight Minnesota faces severe penalties for Medicaid fraud, with losses possibly at $9 billion. Dr. Mehmet Oz, CMS administrator, orders audits and vows to claw back funds. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/minnesota-medicaid-fraud-penalties-dr-mehmet-oz/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-corporation-public-broadcasting-shuts-down.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 6, 2026 ### Corporation for Public Broadcasting Closes After Funding Cuts The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has dissolved after 58 years, following federal funding cuts by the Trump administration. The board voted to shut down on January 5, ending support for PBS and NPR. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/corporation-public-broadcasting-closes-funding-cuts/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-usps-eliminating-non-domiciled-truck-drivers.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 6, 2026 ### USPS Strengthens Safety Eliminating Non-Domiciled Truck Drivers The U.S. Postal Service is phasing out non-domiciled truck drivers who aren't vetted by the Postal Inspection Service. This safety-focused move aligns with Department of Transportation rules to protect American roadways. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/usps-phases-out-non-domiciled-truck-drivers-safety/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2026/01/aarr-org-mn-governor-tim-walz-withdraws-2026-race.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jan 5, 2026 ### Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Withdraws from 2026 Reelection Race Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has withdrawn from the 2026 reelection race amid a major fraud scandal. His decision on January 5 follows intense public and political pressure over state program mismanagement. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/minnesota-governor-tim-walz-withdraws-2026-reelection/)