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Today: August 28, 2026
Today: August 28, 2026

Trump administration

Interview|Political|US

'Quite sad': Rep. Goldman responds to NYC café banning him over his Israel stance

Rep. Dan Goldman is speaking out after he was banned from a New York City coffee shop over his stance on Israel. He tells Laura Coates that the coffee shop employee "couldn't have been nicer" but added that the café’s decision to ban him was “quite sad.” Goldman says Democrats must stop dividing themselves and find common ground to fight the Trump administration.

June 23, 2026
'Quite sad': Rep. Goldman responds to NYC café banning him over his Israel stance
MidEast|Political|World

Trump allies defend him to Israelis anxious over Iran deal

American allies of President Donald Trump this week defended him to an Israeli public anxious about a U.S. interim deal with Iran

June 22, 2026
Trump allies defend him to Israelis anxious over Iran deal
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

US judge blocks Trump administration SNAP restrictions on soda, candy​

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., on Monday blocked the Trump administration from preventing food stamp recipients in five states from using their

June 23, 2026
US judge blocks Trump administration SNAP restrictions on soda, candy​
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Judge blocks Trump's use of revamped immigration database for voter checks

A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from using a revamped version of an immigration database for checking the accuracy of state voter rolls,

June 22, 2026
Judge blocks Trump's use of revamped immigration database for voter checks
Business|Economy|Environment|US|World

US proposes to slash costs for energy drillers on federal lands

The Trump administration on Monday proposed looser rules for oil and gas drilling operations on federal lands, including a dramatic cut to clean-up costs for abandoned wells.

June 23, 2026
US proposes to slash costs for energy drillers on federal lands
Crime|Political|US

Federal judge halts Trump administration effort to subpoena Walz in immigration enforcement probe

A federal judge has blocked an attempt by the Trump administration to subpoena Minnesota Gov_ Tim Walz and other state officials, calling it an effort to “harass and retaliate against them.”

June 22, 2026
Federal judge halts Trump administration effort to subpoena Walz in immigration enforcement probe
Crime|Election|US|World

Judge says Trump DOJ subpoenas of Tim Walz and other Democrats are unconstitutional

Judge says Trump DOJ subpoenas of Tim Walz and other Democrats are unconstitutional

June 23, 2026
Judge says Trump DOJ subpoenas of Tim Walz and other Democrats are unconstitutional
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2, leaves 6 survivors, in the Caribbean

The U.S. military has conducted another strike against a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the Caribbean Sea, immediately killing two people and leaving six survivors amid an ongoing campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America

June 22, 2026
US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2, leaves 6 survivors, in the Caribbean
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio heads to UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain to discuss Iran deal with Gulf allies

U.S.

June 22, 2026
Rubio heads to UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain to discuss Iran deal with Gulf allies
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Exclusive: Trump administration plans to use homeland security funds to pressure states into election changes

Exclusive: Trump administration plans to use homeland security funds to pressure states into election changes

June 22, 2026
Exclusive: Trump administration plans to use homeland security funds to pressure states into election changes
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology

ABC enlists viewers in free-speech fight with Trump’s FCC

ABC enlists viewers in free-speech fight with Trump’s FCC

June 22, 2026
ABC enlists viewers in free-speech fight with Trump’s FCC
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US authorizes Iranian oil sales amid talks on final peace deal

The United States authorized Iranian oil sales on Monday, easing decades-old sanctions as it pushes toward a final peace deal with Tehran in return

June 22, 2026
US authorizes Iranian oil sales amid talks on final peace deal
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

In deep-red Idaho, even Republicans break with Trump on farm labor

A statewide survey finds majorities in farm country at odds with the deportation push reshaping their workforce.

June 22, 2026
In deep-red Idaho, even Republicans break with Trump on farm labor
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Three ways Trump could get a stake in AI firms for the US 

U.S.

June 22, 2026
Three ways Trump could get a stake in AI firms for the US 
Business|Economy|World

The Latest: Iran says 'major progress' to end Lebanon war during talks

High-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week

June 21, 2026
The Latest: Iran says 'major progress' to end Lebanon war during talks
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

AI regulation is a mess, and Anthropic is caught in the crosshairs

AI regulation is a mess, and Anthropic is caught in the crosshairs

June 21, 2026
AI regulation is a mess, and Anthropic is caught in the crosshairs
Arts|Environment|Science|US

Trump claims vandals will force drainage of algae-plagued Reflecting Pool

Trump claims vandals will force drainage of algae-plagued Reflecting Pool

June 20, 2026
Trump claims vandals will force drainage of algae-plagued Reflecting Pool
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

DHS scraps plans to turn Georgia warehouse into detention mega center, city says

DHS scraps plans to turn Georgia warehouse into detention mega center, city says

June 20, 2026
DHS scraps plans to turn Georgia warehouse into detention mega center, city says
Economy|Political|World

Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?

The question hangs in the halls at the Capitol: Was the war with Iran worth it

June 20, 2026
Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?
Election|Political|World

Democratic states scramble to prevent potential Trump administration interference in their elections

Democratic states scramble to prevent potential Trump administration interference in their elections

June 20, 2026
Democratic states scramble to prevent potential Trump administration interference in their elections
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Judge denies Biden's bid to block release of transcripts linked to special counsel inquiry

A federal judge has rejected former President Joe Biden’s attempt to block the Trump administration from releasing to a conservative group the recordings that Biden made with a ghostwriter

June 20, 2026
Judge denies Biden's bid to block release of transcripts linked to special counsel inquiry
Business|Economy|Political|World

US push to get Iran talks started hits an early bump. Vance stays at home, for now

The American push for high-stakes talks with Iran has hit a snag

June 19, 2026
US push to get Iran talks started hits an early bump. Vance stays at home, for now
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US acting spy chief seeks to fire hundreds of staff, CNN reports

Acting U.S. spy chief Bill Pulte is seeking to cut hundreds of jobs at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, CNN reported on Friday, as he prepares to take over the

June 19, 2026
US acting spy chief seeks to fire hundreds of staff, CNN reports
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce

Switzerland said U.S. talks with

June 19, 2026
US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce
Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US|World

White House delays release of US voting machine study as midterms near

White House officials have for months delayed the release of a U.S. government report that outlines what it describes as

June 19, 2026
White House delays release of US voting machine study as midterms near
Economy|Political|World

How Trump's deal with Iran compares to Obama's

President Donald Trump has insisted that the deal he has reached with Iran is superior to the one that President Barack Obama

June 19, 2026
How Trump's deal with Iran compares to Obama's
Business|Economy|Political|World

Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran

Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran

June 19, 2026
Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reports

The U.S.

June 19, 2026
Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Political|World

‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts

‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts

June 19, 2026
‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Stocks rally, oil hits pre-Iran-war lows as Strait of Hormuz reopens for business

A tech-powered rally boosted U.S. stocks on Thursday, while crude prices dropped as supertankers sailed through the reopened Strait of Hormuz hours after

June 19, 2026
Trading Day: Stocks rally, oil hits pre-Iran-war lows as Strait of Hormuz reopens for business
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power

President Donald Trump believes that winning a second term in 2024 instead of 2020 has allowed him to return to the White House even more emboldened

June 19, 2026
Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power
Business|Economy|Education|Finance

The Trump administration says it is cutting student loan interest. Here are some facts and context

The Department of Education has announced a reduction in interest rates for federal student loans, describing it as part of a plan to make higher education more affordable

June 19, 2026
The Trump administration says it is cutting student loan interest. Here are some facts and context
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war

Republican leaders on Capitol Hill are voicing strong reservations —- and some outright condemnation — of the Trump administration’s agreement to end the fighting in Iran

June 19, 2026
Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war
Business|Political|World

US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally

Several senior U.S. diplomats posted to the Organization of American States have quit or been fired amid clashes with a Trump-appointed ambassador,

June 19, 2026
US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally
Political|US|World

Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally

U.S.

June 18, 2026
Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says

A federal appeals court panel says the Trump administration can replace a slavery exhibit at George Washington’s home in Philadelphia

June 18, 2026
Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration ditches plan to close a critical ocean monitoring system after furious bipartisan backlash

Trump administration ditches plan to close a critical ocean monitoring system after furious bipartisan backlash

June 19, 2026
Trump administration ditches plan to close a critical ocean monitoring system after furious bipartisan backlash
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks climb on chips, Brent gains on Iran deal doubts

Major stock indexes climbed on Thursday as semiconductor shares jumped, while Brent oil touched its lowest level in weeks before finishing

June 18, 2026
Stocks climb on chips, Brent gains on Iran deal doubts
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House sends text of interim US-Iran agreement to US Congress

The White House provided a copy of the interim U.S.-Iran agreement to the U.S.

June 18, 2026
White House sends text of interim US-Iran agreement to US Congress
Economy|Political|World

US-Iran deal redraws the Middle East: Iran gains, rivals alarmed

The U.S.-Iran agreement — the first signed by an American and an Iranian president since Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution — is being hailed by its backers as

June 18, 2026
US-Iran deal redraws the Middle East: Iran gains, rivals alarmed
Political|Technology|Travel|World

White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years

White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years

June 19, 2026
White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years
Education

Families of kids with disabilities warn Education Department changes could break a flawed system

Parents of kids with disabilities say they have waited months for the Education Department to address complaints of bullying or discrimination

June 18, 2026
Families of kids with disabilities warn Education Department changes could break a flawed system
Business|Economy|Technology

Tim Cook says iPhone prices will rise. Trump says Apple will make US chips with Intel

Tim Cook says iPhone prices will rise. Trump says Apple will make US chips with Intel

June 18, 2026
Tim Cook says iPhone prices will rise. Trump says Apple will make US chips with Intel
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

June 18, 2026
Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan needs US weapons for self-defense as threat from China grows, diplomat tells AP

Taiwan's top diplomat in the U.S. says the island needs American weapons to bolster its self-defense against the growing threat from China

June 18, 2026
Taiwan needs US weapons for self-defense as threat from China grows, diplomat tells AP
Business|Economy|Environment

Trump administration to buy back another energy company's offshore wind leases for 4 more projects

The Trump administration says it’s buying back another energy company’s U.S. offshore wind leases for four more wind projects, as it seeks to discourage the expansion of wind energy in favor of fossil fuels

June 17, 2026
Trump administration to buy back another energy company's offshore wind leases for 4 more projects
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Federal Reserve policymakers show support for rate hikes as Warsh reins in guidance

The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesday yet nearly half the central bank’s policymakers said they could support a rate hike later this year, an unexpectedly aggressive outcome that would disappoint President Trump and suggests heightened concerns about persistent inflation

June 17, 2026
Federal Reserve policymakers show support for rate hikes as Warsh reins in guidance
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The interim US-Iran deal leaves the fate of Tehran's nuclear program still to be negotiated

The interim deal between the U.S. and Iran is supposed to usher in a two-month period that would address Tehran’s nuclear program

June 17, 2026
The interim US-Iran deal leaves the fate of Tehran's nuclear program still to be negotiated
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud or face penalties

The U.S. Department of Labor is telling states they have to combat fraud, waste and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs

June 17, 2026
US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud or face penalties
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon

Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could use a "softer touch" in the fight against Hezbollah militants in

June 17, 2026
Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is downplaying the impact of the Trump administration's decision to reduce military support for allies

June 17, 2026
NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans
Crime|Health|US|World

Death rate in ICE immigrant detention centers more than doubles under Trump, Reuters analysis finds

A Vietnamese man with cardiovascular problems collapsed and died in the “Speedway Slammer,” the repurposed Indiana

June 17, 2026
Death rate in ICE immigrant detention centers more than doubles under Trump, Reuters analysis finds
Environment|Political|US|World

Trump administration challenges reparations for Black residents in Chicago suburb, city defends program

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it was moving to challenge a reparations program for Black residents in the Chicago suburb of Evanston, while

June 17, 2026
Trump administration challenges reparations for Black residents in Chicago suburb, city defends program
MidEast|Political|US|World

Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?

Shortly after the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on February 28, U.S.

June 17, 2026
Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France

Rising inflation and a 30% jump in oil prices are dampening global growth, but leaders of the world's top economies are unlikely to blame U.S.

June 17, 2026
Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats

Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats

June 17, 2026
Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats
Economy|Political|World

Lawmakers in the dark on Iran deal as Trump says he will send it to Congress

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he was willing to send his interim deal to end the war with Iran for review by the U.S.

June 17, 2026
Lawmakers in the dark on Iran deal as Trump says he will send it to Congress
Americas|Crime|US|World

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military has attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one man and leaving two survivors

June 17, 2026
US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors in the eastern Pacific Ocean
Business|Environment|Technology

In boost to Musk, Justice Department seeks to dismiss air pollution lawsuit against xAI data center

The Trump administration is helping one of Elon Musk’s companies fight a civil rights lawsuit that alleges it is illegally running dozens of natural gas turbines to power a $20 billion data center in Mississippi

June 17, 2026
In boost to Musk, Justice Department seeks to dismiss air pollution lawsuit against xAI data center
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments

US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments

June 17, 2026
US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments
Political|Sports|US|World

US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match

The Trump administration is pushing back on complaints from Iran’s national team that it was forced to leave the U.S. immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along

June 17, 2026
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
Education

Trump ramps up Education Department's dismantling with changes on special education and civil rights

President Donald Trump’s administration is further dismantling the Department of Education, moving oversight of special education and civil rights to other agencies

June 16, 2026
Trump ramps up Education Department's dismantling with changes on special education and civil rights
Crime

Federal prosecutors charge 15 people with impeding agents during Minnesota immigration crackdown

Federal prosecutors have charged 15 people with impeding federal agents during a massive immigration surge in Minnesota earlier this year

June 16, 2026
Federal prosecutors charge 15 people with impeding agents during Minnesota immigration crackdown
Arts|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae

Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae

June 17, 2026
Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt US action against Iran

The Senate has tried again to advance a war powers resolution that would force an end to the U.S. military action against Iran

June 17, 2026
Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt US action against Iran
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Interview|US|World

JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans

Vice President JD Vance is promoting his new book, but that wasn’t the main focus when he went on ABC’s “The View” to plug his memoir on faith

June 17, 2026
JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Tehran can immediately sell oil upon signing US-Iran deal, US official says

The U.S. will allow Iran to immediately begin selling oil and fuel under the memorandum of understanding the two sides reached to end the war, a

June 16, 2026
Tehran can immediately sell oil upon signing US-Iran deal, US official says
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet reality

The White House has informed supporters that President Donald Trump has accomplished his goals in the war with Iran despite the details of an initial agreement remaining unclear

June 17, 2026
White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet reality
Business|Economy|Political|World

‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement

‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement

June 17, 2026
‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Opinion|Political

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

June 17, 2026
JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’
Education

Indiana becomes the latest state to receive flexibility from Trump on federal education spending

The Trump administration is giving Indiana more flexibility over how it decides to spend its federal grant money

June 16, 2026
Indiana becomes the latest state to receive flexibility from Trump on federal education spending
Political|US|World

Trump: Iran deal says 'loud and clear' that Tehran won't have a nuclear weapon

U.S.

June 16, 2026
Trump: Iran deal says 'loud and clear' that Tehran won't have a nuclear weapon
Business|Science|Technology|World

Cybersecurity executives urge the Trump administration to ease restrictions on Anthropic AI models

A group of cybersecurity executives and experts is asking the Trump administration to lift its directive preventing the use of Anthropic’s latest artificial intelligence models by foreign nationals, saying the move could help U.S. adversaries more than it hurts them

June 16, 2026
Cybersecurity executives urge the Trump administration to ease restrictions on Anthropic AI models
Business|Economy|World

US, Mexican officials to discuss agriculture, energy as Trump casts doubt on trade deal

U.S. and Mexican negotiators meet in Washington on Tuesday for a second round of talks focused on agriculture and energy in an effort to revamp the

June 16, 2026
US, Mexican officials to discuss agriculture, energy as Trump casts doubt on trade deal
Arts|Opinion|World

Takeaways from JD Vance’s new book, ‘Communion’

Takeaways from JD Vance’s new book, ‘Communion’

June 16, 2026
Takeaways from JD Vance’s new book, ‘Communion’
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|US

US closes probe into 2024 Delta Air Lines meltdown sparked by CrowdStrike outage

The Trump administration said on Monday it had closed an investigation, without seeking any penalties, into a July 2024 meltdown at Delta Air Lines

June 16, 2026
US closes probe into 2024 Delta Air Lines meltdown sparked by CrowdStrike outage
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks

The Trump administration and Iran's leadership agreed on Sunday to terms to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a

June 16, 2026
Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Online portal used to send US deliveries to Cuba stops taking orders

A key platform that Cubans in the U.S. use to send money and goods to relatives in Cuba has stopped operations

June 16, 2026
Online portal used to send US deliveries to Cuba stops taking orders
Education|Opinion|Science|World

Trump’s US-Iran ceasefire deal is a costly return to prewar conditions – and resolving nuclear questions will run into the ‘indivisibility problem’

Iran has emerged with its uranium enrichment knowledge intact, its stockpile buried and fresh reason to believe that only a nuclear weapon would have deterred the US-Israel attack.

June 16, 2026
Trump’s US-Iran ceasefire deal is a costly return to prewar conditions – and resolving nuclear questions will run into the ‘indivisibility problem’
Economy|US|World

US and Iran sign ceasefire agreement, details remain unclear

U.S.

June 15, 2026
US and Iran sign ceasefire agreement, details remain unclear
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

US saw risk of Anthropic models being diverted to foreign military intelligence

U.S.

June 15, 2026
US saw risk of Anthropic models being diverted to foreign military intelligence
Business|Science|Technology|World

Cyber leaders urge US to lift curbs on Anthropic's security models

Cybersecurity leaders at major U.S. firms, including Nvidia and Adobe, have asked the Trump administration to lift restrictions on Anthropic's most powerful AI

June 15, 2026
Cyber leaders urge US to lift curbs on Anthropic's security models
Business|Crime|US|World

Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons

Two Democratic members of Congress on Monday pressed the administration of President Donald Trump to retain communication records related to pardons

June 15, 2026
Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons
Business|Economy|World

US emergency oil stockpile tumbles to lowest since the Reagan administration

US emergency oil stockpile tumbles to lowest since the Reagan administration

June 16, 2026
US emergency oil stockpile tumbles to lowest since the Reagan administration
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

June 15, 2026
With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin
Crime|Political|US|World

Supreme Court to hear Trump appeal involving lengthy detention of certain immigrants

The U.S.

June 15, 2026
Supreme Court to hear Trump appeal involving lengthy detention of certain immigrants
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump's critical minerals pricing plan faces skeptical G7, divided industry

The Trump administration's push to boost critical minerals production by regulating prices is facing skeptical G7 allies

June 15, 2026
Trump's critical minerals pricing plan faces skeptical G7, divided industry
Crime|Political|US|World

Supreme Court dumps Trump aide Carter Page’s wiretapping suit against James Comey

Supreme Court dumps Trump aide Carter Page’s wiretapping suit against James Comey

June 15, 2026
Supreme Court dumps Trump aide Carter Page’s wiretapping suit against James Comey
Arts|Economy|Education|Health

Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety

The White House says the changes it seeks would strengthen transparency, accountability and oversight. Critics say federal grantmaking would become too political.

June 15, 2026
Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunch

The

June 15, 2026
Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunch
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Vance’s new book puts his Catholic faith at the center of his story — and his political future

Vance’s new book puts his Catholic faith at the center of his story — and his political future

June 15, 2026
Vance’s new book puts his Catholic faith at the center of his story — and his political future
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices hit three-month lows on US-Iran agreement

Oil prices hit three-month lows on US-Iran agreement

June 15, 2026
Oil prices hit three-month lows on US-Iran agreement
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Markets celebrate MOU on SoH

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. Markets had suspected President Trump wanted to wrap up the war for his birthday, and so it happened.

June 15, 2026
Markets celebrate MOU on SoH
US|World

How AAPI adults are being affected by Trump's immigration crackdown, according to a new poll

A new AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll finds that most Asian American and Pacific Islander adults have experienced or witnessed some degree of upheaval because of the Trump administration’s heightened immigration policies

June 15, 2026
How AAPI adults are being affected by Trump's immigration crackdown, according to a new poll
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump veers toward exit in Iran war but risks loom

With an agreement on a framework for a peace deal with Iran, U.S.

June 15, 2026
Trump veers toward exit in Iran war but risks loom
Business|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic staff to meet White House officials next week, Axios reports

Senior Anthropic technical staff are in Washington to meet with White House officials to try resolving a dispute that has taken the company's most advanced AI models offline, Axios

June 15, 2026
Anthropic staff to meet White House officials next week, Axios reports
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says US AI restrictions underscore risks of dependence

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says countries must learn the lesson of diversification after AI giant Anthropic said it has taken its latest artificial intelligence models, known as Fable 5 and Mythos 5, offline to comply with a directive from the Trump administration to prevent their use by foreign nationals

June 15, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says US AI restrictions underscore risks of dependence
Economy|Political|World

Dissent grows against deal in Iran – but the regime is likely to have final say

Dissent grows against deal in Iran – but the regime is likely to have final say

June 14, 2026
Dissent grows against deal in Iran – but the regime is likely to have final say
Crime|Political|US|World

Who was Niño Guerrero? The alleged drug kingpin the US killed in Venezuela

Who was Niño Guerrero? The alleged drug kingpin the US killed in Venezuela

June 14, 2026
Who was Niño Guerrero? The alleged drug kingpin the US killed in Venezuela
Political|World

Trump and Pakistan say Iran deal could be signed Sunday but Tehran signals more time is needed

Momentum for a deal to end the Iran war is growing

June 13, 2026
Trump and Pakistan say Iran deal could be signed Sunday but Tehran signals more time is needed
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Anthropic suspends all access to Mythos model after US government bans foreign nationals use

Anthropic suspends all access to Mythos model after US government bans foreign nationals use

June 13, 2026
Anthropic suspends all access to Mythos model after US government bans foreign nationals use
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

America In Focus: Inflation hits 3-year high, Wall Street rallies and Musk becomes a trillionaire

Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years, new data showed this week, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near

June 13, 2026
America In Focus: Inflation hits 3-year high, Wall Street rallies and Musk becomes a trillionaire
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic disables top-tier AI models after US order limiting foreign access

Anthropic said on Friday it will "abruptly disable" its most advanced AI models for all users after the U.S. government ordered it

June 13, 2026
Anthropic disables top-tier AI models after US order limiting foreign access
Business|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic says it has taken its latest AI models offline to comply with new export controls

AI giant Anthropic says it has taken its latest artificial intelligence models, known as Fable 5 and Mythos 5, offline to comply with a directive from the Trump administration to prevent their use by foreign nationals

June 13, 2026
Anthropic says it has taken its latest AI models offline to comply with new export controls
Education|Environment|World

US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Friday to reinstall exhibits and signs on topics like slavery and climate change that

June 13, 2026
US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology|US

Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom

Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom

June 13, 2026
Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom
Economy|Political|World

U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory

The United States and Iran signalled on Friday that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior

June 12, 2026
U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

June 13, 2026
Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

June 13, 2026
Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'

A federal judge in Virginia has extended a court-ordered block on the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

June 12, 2026
Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes

Iranians are living between confusion and exhaustion as the country and its economy are squeezed between war and multiplying crises at home

June 12, 2026
Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower

UK shares gained in a broad-based rally on Friday amid growing hoping of a peace agreement between Iran and the U.S., which sent crude

June 12, 2026
UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon

President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States and Iran could sign a peace deal as soon as this weekend that would

June 11, 2026
Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation

President Donald Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran hours after threatening to escalate the 3-month-old war

June 11, 2026
The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas

The return of the screwworm parasite to the U.S. has some politicians trying to figure out who to blame

June 12, 2026
Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war

U.S. President Donald Trump has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war

June 11, 2026
Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war
Africa|Economy|Political|World

US plans to deport Iranians to Central African Republic, sources say

The Trump administration plans to deport a number of Iranians and other migrants to Central African Republic, a

June 11, 2026
US plans to deport Iranians to Central African Republic, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street regulator proposes to scrap 'order protection rule'

The U.S.

June 11, 2026
Wall Street regulator proposes to scrap 'order protection rule'
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US lawmakers seek $750 million for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense bill

The U.S.

June 11, 2026
US lawmakers seek $750 million for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense bill
Business|Economy|Travel|World

US, Canada delay opening of new bridge after Trump raised objections

The U.S. and Canada have decided to delay the opening of a new $4.7 billion bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, that was set to open in

June 11, 2026
US, Canada delay opening of new bridge after Trump raised objections
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

US screwworm cases test months of federal preparation

The U.S. government is fast-tracking drugs and accelerating grant funding in its multi-agency strategy to beat back the New World screwworm, a parasite

June 11, 2026
US screwworm cases test months of federal preparation
Business|Economy|Finance|World

High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll

High mortgage rates will keep turnover in U.S. residential housing subdued this year and next with very modest price rises, according to property

June 11, 2026
High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll
Americas|Crime|Europe|Opinion|Political|World

Trump’s ‘narco-terrorism’ war in Latin America evokes Reagan – then as now, it’s more about fighting leftists than drug runners

The nebulous nature of narco-terrorism has allowed presidents from Reagan to Trump to deploy the term when it serves broader political goals in Latin America.

June 11, 2026
Trump’s ‘narco-terrorism’ war in Latin America evokes Reagan – then as now, it’s more about fighting leftists than drug runners
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity

Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity

June 10, 2026
Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|US|World

Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients

Blood cancer survivor DeAnna Brandon worries about new Medicaid work requirements affecting her health coverage

June 11, 2026
Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup

The Trump administration is defending its decision to bar Omar Abdul-Kadir Artan from entering the US, just days before the FIFA World Cup, over alleged links to a terrorist group. Artan, who was named Africa’s top male referee in 2025, would have been the first Somali to referee at the tournament. CNN’s Larry Madowo reports.

June 10, 2026
Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup
Environment|Political|Travel|US

‘Residual algae’ coats part of newly opened Reflecting Pool

‘Residual algae’ coats part of newly opened Reflecting Pool

June 11, 2026
‘Residual algae’ coats part of newly opened Reflecting Pool
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge rejects watchdog's bid to block Trump administration's $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund

A federal judge has rejected a government watchdog’s request for a court order temporarily blocking the Trump administration from forging ahead with a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

June 11, 2026
Judge rejects watchdog's bid to block Trump administration's $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
Business|Economy|Political|World

White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say

The Trump administration plans to meet executives from the biggest U.S. defense contractors at the White House as soon as next week to discuss

June 11, 2026
White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices jump after Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'

Oil prices rose nearly $3 a barrel on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said the U.S. is going to attack Iran "very hard" if no peace deal is

June 10, 2026
Oil prices jump after Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US households, businesses stung by higher energy prices that have pushed inflation above 4%

Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near

June 10, 2026
US households, businesses stung by higher energy prices that have pushed inflation above 4%
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Senate Democrats say they have been snubbed on election security briefings

Democrats in the U.S.

June 10, 2026
Senate Democrats say they have been snubbed on election security briefings
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon’s Hegseth warns Cuba that arms procurement could invite confrontation

U.S.

June 10, 2026
Pentagon’s Hegseth warns Cuba that arms procurement could invite confrontation
Business|Political|US|World

US transport agency rescinds 'disparate impact' civil rights regulation

The U.S.

June 10, 2026
US transport agency rescinds 'disparate impact' civil rights regulation
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran has taken too long to negotiate, will 'pay the price'

U.S.

June 10, 2026
Trump says Iran has taken too long to negotiate, will 'pay the price'
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU assembly will back US deal, but US commitment uncertain, says EU lawmaker

The European Union is set to fulfil its side of the EU-U.S. trade deal through a vote in parliament next week, a senior lawmaker said on Wednesday, while expressing

June 10, 2026
EU assembly will back US deal, but US commitment uncertain, says EU lawmaker
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

How cuts to CDC are dismantling its capacity to protect Americans’ health

In a survey of more than 600 CDC workers, 99% said the Trump administration’s cuts to the agency have made it less able to protect the public’s health.

June 10, 2026
How cuts to CDC are dismantling its capacity to protect Americans’ health
Travel

A Trump order asked national park visitors to flag 'negative' historical info. They had other ideas

The Trump administration recently asked visitors to U_S_ national parks to report displays or exhibits saying “negative” things about Americans and to restore sites as “uplifting public monuments."

June 10, 2026
A Trump order asked national park visitors to flag 'negative' historical info. They had other ideas
Arts|Health|Political|Sports|US

Trump argues lawsuit seeking to halt White House UFC fight was brought too ‘late’

Trump argues lawsuit seeking to halt White House UFC fight was brought too ‘late’

June 10, 2026
Trump argues lawsuit seeking to halt White House UFC fight was brought too ‘late’
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US

Trump administration urges judge to reject bid to block White House UFC event

President Donald Trump's administration asked a judge on Tuesday to reject an effort to halt an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House

June 10, 2026
Trump administration urges judge to reject bid to block White House UFC event
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump

House Republicans have passed a nearly $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies for the next three years and the rest of President Donald Trump's term in office

June 09, 2026
House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump
Health|Political|Sports|Travel|World

US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup

The Trump administration has called on European nations to follow Washington's lead and impose travel restrictions on people

June 10, 2026
US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|World

The Latest: US military launches strikes against Iran in response to downing of American helicopter

The U.S. military says it has carried out strikes against Iran following the crash of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman that U.S. President Donald Trump blamed on the Islamic Republic

June 09, 2026
The Latest: US military launches strikes against Iran in response to downing of American helicopter
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump administration warns over 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines

The Trump administration has warned more than 500 hospitals that they are failing to provide the public with enough information about prices

June 09, 2026
Trump administration warns over 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines
Health|Sports|World

US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa

The Trump administration is telling European nations that they need to step up their travel restrictions for people from Ebola-hit countries in Africa

June 10, 2026
US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa
Business|Crime|Health|Political|World

ICE detention center in Texas flagged for missing records, medical failures and wasteful spending

A federal immigration detention center in Texas erected by the Trump administration failed to issue use-of-force reports, did not give medicine to

June 10, 2026
ICE detention center in Texas flagged for missing records, medical failures and wasteful spending
Education|US

These teens are vying to win Trump’s civics contest. Some have mixed feelings about patriotism and the president

These teens are vying to win Trump’s civics contest. Some have mixed feelings about patriotism and the president

June 09, 2026
These teens are vying to win Trump’s civics contest. Some have mixed feelings about patriotism and the president
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

June 09, 2026
Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
Business|Education|Technology|World

Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

June 09, 2026
Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas
Crime|World

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

June 08, 2026
Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Mauritius has not received US proposal on Chagos Islands

Mauritius said on Monday that it had not received any proposal from the Trump administration on the Chagos Islands, after the Telegraph reported that the White House was

June 08, 2026
Mauritius has not received US proposal on Chagos Islands
Business|Economy|Political|World

US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones in latest Gulf flare-up

U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites on Saturday after shooting down drones launched by Iran

June 06, 2026
US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones in latest Gulf flare-up
Health|Political|World

The Trump administration makes it harder for some sick Americans to maintain Medicaid

The Trump administration makes it harder for some sick Americans to maintain Medicaid

June 06, 2026
The Trump administration makes it harder for some sick Americans to maintain Medicaid
Arts|MidEast|Sports|Travel|World

Iran's soccer team leaves for World Cup as some officials still await US visas

Iran’s World Cup soccer team is traveling from Turkey to their training base in Mexico

June 06, 2026
Iran's soccer team leaves for World Cup as some officials still await US visas
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth, at D-Day event, says Europe faces 'invasion' of dangerous ideologies

U.S.

June 06, 2026
Hegseth, at D-Day event, says Europe faces 'invasion' of dangerous ideologies
Crime|Political|US|World

Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by US, appears at event in Havana

Cuba's former leader Raul Castro appeared at an Interior Ministry celebration in Havana, showed state television on Friday, in the elder statesman's first public appearance

June 06, 2026
Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by US, appears at event in Havana
Economy|Education|World

Judge blocks Trump administration's attempt to link USDA funds to compliance with other policies

A judge on Friday blocked the U.S.

June 06, 2026
Judge blocks Trump administration's attempt to link USDA funds to compliance with other policies
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

US says it will speed development and use of AI for national security

The White House said on Friday it would accelerate the development and use of AI for national security applications, while

June 06, 2026
US says it will speed development and use of AI for national security
World

Court can't stop Trump ballroom construction, government lawyer tells judge

Lawyers representing the federal government argue that a court cannot stop construction of a White House ballroom because it was already underway and because of the sensitive security concerns they say the structure is meant to address

June 06, 2026
Court can't stop Trump ballroom construction, government lawyer tells judge
Health|Political|Science|World

FDA launches study of abortion pill safety, WSJ reports

The FDA has launched a safety study of the abortion pill, also called mifepristone, a step that could pave the way for the Trump administration to

June 05, 2026
FDA launches study of abortion pill safety, WSJ reports
Arts|Political|World

Trump administration tells appeals court White House ballroom project must continue

A lawyer for U.S.

June 05, 2026
Trump administration tells appeals court White House ballroom project must continue
Crime|Health|Political|US

Trans youth and their parents fight back against efforts to get their detailed medical records

Trans youth and their parents fight back against efforts to get their detailed medical records

June 05, 2026
Trans youth and their parents fight back against efforts to get their detailed medical records
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

ICE will no longer report deaths of detainees who have recently been released from custody

Immigration and Customs Enforcement will no longer report the deaths of detainees who have been released from custody, in a change that could obscure the human cost of the Trump administration's mass detention policies

June 05, 2026
ICE will no longer report deaths of detainees who have recently been released from custody
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance

Treasury warns banks of 'red flags' tied to customers in the US illegally

The Treasury's financial crimes unit is warning banks about the risks of serving people living in the country illegally

June 05, 2026
Treasury warns banks of 'red flags' tied to customers in the US illegally
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Auction of oil drilling rights in Alaska wildlife refuge draws tepid response

The Trump administration's Friday auction of oil and gas leases in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge attracted only $3.7 million in winning bids for five

June 05, 2026
Auction of oil drilling rights in Alaska wildlife refuge draws tepid response
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

ICE to stop reporting deaths of recently released detainees amid scrutiny

ICE to stop reporting deaths of recently released detainees amid scrutiny

June 05, 2026
ICE to stop reporting deaths of recently released detainees amid scrutiny
Africa|Americas|Political|World

Rights groups file complaint against Equatorial Guinea over Trump deportations

Advocacy groups representing deportees sent by the U.S. to Equatorial Guinea filed a complaint on Friday with the main human rights body of the African Union, an attempt to

June 05, 2026
Rights groups file complaint against Equatorial Guinea over Trump deportations
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|World

Trump looms large over upcoming primary elections in Washington, DC

Washington, D.C., is gearing up for pivotal primaries this month to elect a new delegate to Congress and a new mayor

June 05, 2026
Trump looms large over upcoming primary elections in Washington, DC
Business|Environment|Science|Sports

Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it

A federal judge in Washington has blocked a plan to loosen rules for fishing red snapper in the Atlantic, halting what was expected to be the longest recreational snapper season in years

June 05, 2026
Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it
Business|Economy

Trump administration’s plan to spin off mortgage giants Fannie and Freddie faces new uncertainty

Trump administration’s plan to spin off mortgage giants Fannie and Freddie faces new uncertainty

June 05, 2026
Trump administration’s plan to spin off mortgage giants Fannie and Freddie faces new uncertainty
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Blacklisted AI company Anthropic, White House ease tensions ahead of IPO, sources say

A months-long dispute between Trump administration officials and AI firm Anthropic is showing signs of easing across parts of the U.S.

June 05, 2026
Blacklisted AI company Anthropic, White House ease tensions ahead of IPO, sources say
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US sanctions Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in latest move to pressure island's leadership

The United States has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, his wife and three other individuals

June 05, 2026
US sanctions Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in latest move to pressure island's leadership
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump meets with auto industry over right-to-repair debate

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he met with senior leaders in the auto industry to discuss the ongoing debate over "right-to-repair"

June 05, 2026
Trump meets with auto industry over right-to-repair debate
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Trump cuts off funds to Hawaii Medicaid fraud unit over lack of cases

Hawaii's attorney general stands to lose around $3 million in federal funding to fight Medicaid fraud after failing to consistently bring criminal cases,  the Trump

June 04, 2026
Trump cuts off funds to Hawaii Medicaid fraud unit over lack of cases
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump announces $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry

President Donald Trump is again seeking to boost the struggling U.S. coal industry

June 04, 2026
Trump announces $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty in classified information case: AP source

Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton has agreed to plead guilty to a single count of retaining classified information under a deal with the Justice Department that could allow him to avoid prison time

June 04, 2026
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty in classified information case: AP source
Environment|Science|Technology|US

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's attempt to dismantle Boulder's NCAR lab

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's attempt to dismantle Boulder's NCAR lab

June 05, 2026
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's attempt to dismantle Boulder's NCAR lab
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US senators question Big Tobacco on lobbying related to FDA policy shift

Six U.S. senators, including Democratic whip Dick Durbin and Elizabeth Warren, wrote public letters to tobacco giants Reynolds American and Altria on Thursday

June 04, 2026
US senators question Big Tobacco on lobbying related to FDA policy shift
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

U.S. revokes endangered species listing for Permian Basin lizard, resolves Texas attorney general lawsuit

The Trump administration agreed to strip endangered species protection from a lizard whose habitat overlapped the largest oil-producing region in the United

June 05, 2026
U.S. revokes endangered species listing for Permian Basin lizard, resolves Texas attorney general lawsuit
Business|Technology

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on federal regulation of telecom companies

The Supreme Court has sided with the Trump administration in a case about the power of federal regulators over telecommunications companies

June 04, 2026
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on federal regulation of telecom companies
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions

The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions

June 04, 2026
The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions
Business|Opinion|Science|Technology

From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line

Authoritarian governments, including the Trump administration, are reorienting AI safety provisions away from protecting the public toward coercing support for the regime.

June 04, 2026
From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change

Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change

June 04, 2026
Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change
Education|Political|US|World

Trump officials went after dozens of colleges. Now they're rewriting the rules for all of academia

President Donald Trump's administration put dozens of college campuses under investigation last year and cut federal funding unless they came in line with his Republican agenda

June 04, 2026
Trump officials went after dozens of colleges. Now they're rewriting the rules for all of academia
Economy|Political|World

Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progress for Iran deal

Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a new ceasefire after U.S.-mediated talks, the Trump administration said, raising hopes for

June 04, 2026
Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progress for Iran deal
Technology|World

Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasion

Taiwan will sharply increase its arsenal of powerful anti-ship missiles to more than 1,800 by early 2029, as it seeks to enhance its capacity to

June 04, 2026
Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasion
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Mexico's popular former president blasts Trump as US ties hit low

Former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador accused Washington on Wednesday of employing "interventionist and unscrupulous practices" to bolster

June 04, 2026
Mexico's popular former president blasts Trump as US ties hit low
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump plans $700 million in new coal support, White House official says

U.S.

June 04, 2026
Trump plans $700 million in new coal support, White House official says
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche to be attorney general

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche to be attorney general

June 04, 2026
Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche to be attorney general
Crime|Political|US|World

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2 in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military has attacked another boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men

June 04, 2026
US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2 in the eastern Pacific Ocean
Business|Economy|World

Trump signs order to make it easier to fire 8,000 federal workers

U.S.

June 04, 2026
Trump signs order to make it easier to fire 8,000 federal workers
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’

Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’

June 03, 2026
Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Live updates: House passes resolution to halt military action in Iran in rebuke of Trump

The House approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran, defying President Donald Trump as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to seek to end the war

June 03, 2026
Live updates: House passes resolution to halt military action in Iran in rebuke of Trump
Sports|World

Soccer-Rights group warn of 'climate of fear' at US World Cup games

Rights groups raised concerns over the safety of journalists and fans attending the World Cup in the United States on Wednesday, accusing FIFA of allowing a

June 04, 2026
Soccer-Rights group warn of 'climate of fear' at US World Cup games
Environment|Science|Technology

The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system

The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system

June 04, 2026
The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration seeks new path forward with tariffs after first attempt hit legal roadblocks

President Donald Trump is in a hurry to rebuild the tariff wall the Supreme Court tore down less than four months ago

June 03, 2026
Trump administration seeks new path forward with tariffs after first attempt hit legal roadblocks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement

Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement

June 04, 2026
Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

US Homeland Security cancels most pending Noem-era contracts after review

The U.S.

June 03, 2026
US Homeland Security cancels most pending Noem-era contracts after review
Crime|Political|World

Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by the US, celebrates 95th birthday

Cuba's former leader Raul Castro turned 95 on Wednesday, though his whereabouts were still unknown two weeks after U.S. authorities charged him with murder

June 03, 2026
Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by the US, celebrates 95th birthday
Europe|World

US tells Europe, Canada to boost NATO air and naval forces

The U.S. expects European NATO allies and Canada to swiftly increase the number of manned and unmanned aircraft and ships they contribute to the alliance's defence plans

June 03, 2026
US tells Europe, Canada to boost NATO air and naval forces
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's allies, Blanche says

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Trump administration is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate allies of the Republican president after widespread political backlash and setbacks in the courts

June 02, 2026
Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's allies, Blanche says
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump homeland secretary declines to commit to following court orders

U.S.

June 02, 2026
Trump homeland secretary declines to commit to following court orders
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen joins Justice Department

Kurt Olsen, a White House official who aided President Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn the 2020 election, has joined the Justice

June 03, 2026
Trump 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen joins Justice Department
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration drops $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund after Republican backlash

The Trump administration is abandoning the president's $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, U.S.

June 03, 2026
Trump administration drops $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund after Republican backlash
Economy|Finance|US|World

US still talking with countries to resettle Afghans as Rubio defends entry to white South Africans

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is still in discussions with several countries to resettle more than 1,000 Afghans who assisted America’s war effort

June 03, 2026
US still talking with countries to resettle Afghans as Rubio defends entry to white South Africans
Business|Political|US|World

Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience

Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience

June 03, 2026
Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience
Political|US|World

Rubio says at least five countries are open to taking in stranded Afghans

U.S.

June 03, 2026
Rubio says at least five countries are open to taking in stranded Afghans
Health|Political|World

Rubio says US is considering naming official to run Ebola response

U.S.

June 03, 2026
Rubio says US is considering naming official to run Ebola response
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will face more questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began

June 02, 2026
The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings
Technology|World

US sanctions Iran’s largest digital asset exchange Nobitex and 3 others

The Trump administration has placed sanctions on Iran’s largest digital asset exchange, Nobitex, and three others

June 03, 2026
US sanctions Iran’s largest digital asset exchange Nobitex and 3 others
Economy|Health|Political|World

'Out of my lane.' Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, has taken a turn in the White House briefing room

June 03, 2026
'Out of my lane.' Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room
Business|Political|Travel|US|World

Democrats hammer DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a heated Senate hearing

Democrats have attacked the leadership of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during his first Senate hearing since being tapped by President Donald Trump

June 02, 2026
Democrats hammer DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a heated Senate hearing
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

New York sues over the Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project

New York’s attorney general is suing the Trump administration over one of its deals to end an offshore wind project

June 02, 2026
New York sues over the Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project
Economy|Political|US|World

Rubio grilled on Iran, says US won't swap sanctions relief for strait

U.S.

June 02, 2026
Rubio grilled on Iran, says US won't swap sanctions relief for strait
Business|Economy|Environment|World

The Trump admin paid a French company $1 billion to not build offshore wind farms. Blue states are suing

The Trump admin paid a French company $1 billion to not build offshore wind farms. Blue states are suing

June 03, 2026
The Trump admin paid a French company $1 billion to not build offshore wind farms. Blue states are suing
Business|Finance|Political|World

Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission

The CIA has stopped contributing to some intelligence assessments, including those related to the Iran war, produced by the office of

June 02, 2026
Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission
Business|Economy|Environment

US states sue Trump administration over deal to scrap offshore wind project

Seven U.S. states led by New York sued the Trump administration and a French energy firm on Tuesday for canceling a major offshore wind lease off the coast of New

June 02, 2026
US states sue Trump administration over deal to scrap offshore wind project
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump administration proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices

The Trump administration has proposed a new punitive tariff of 25% on many imports from Brazil, after deciding its

June 02, 2026
Trump administration proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits

Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits

June 02, 2026
Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits
Africa|Health|Political|World

Kenyan president defends US Ebola quarantine center amid protests

Kenya’s president has defended the establishment by the U.S. of its own Ebola quarantine facility

June 02, 2026
Kenyan president defends US Ebola quarantine center amid protests
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump reconsidering $1.8 billion fund, AP source says, as Justice Department temporarily pauses it

President Donald Trump is reconsidering whether to move forward with a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate his allies, a person familiar with his thinking said Monday

June 02, 2026
Trump reconsidering $1.8 billion fund, AP source says, as Justice Department temporarily pauses it
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration signals to GOP congressional leaders it will back off $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Trump administration signals to GOP congressional leaders it will back off $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

June 02, 2026
Trump administration signals to GOP congressional leaders it will back off $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Political

Tensions linger between Republicans and White House over the 'anti-weaponization' fund

A standoff between the White House and the Senate remains unresolved as Republicans return to Washington after defiantly leaving town 10 days ago without passing legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies

June 01, 2026
Tensions linger between Republicans and White House over the 'anti-weaponization' fund
Business|Political|Travel|World

US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visas

The State Department plans to slash the number of U.S. embassies and consulates in Africa that can process visas for foreigners seeking to come to the United States

June 02, 2026
US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visas
US|World

Trump says talks with Iran continue

U.S.

June 01, 2026
Trump says talks with Iran continue
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US investigates Vietnam's intellectual property practices

The Trump administration on Friday opened an unfair trade practices investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protection policies and enforcement that may lead to new

May 30, 2026
US investigates Vietnam's intellectual property practices
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait

U.S.

May 29, 2026
Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations

President Donald Trump is giving his endorsement to a January study by the Department of Health and Human Services that calls for cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every American child

May 30, 2026
Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Another US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military says it carried out another strike on a vessel accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean

May 30, 2026
Another US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay

The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S.

May 30, 2026
US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay
MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says he’ll back away from Kennedy Center overhaul after judge orders name removal

A judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing it for major renovations

May 29, 2026
The Latest: Trump says he’ll back away from Kennedy Center overhaul after judge orders name removal
Business|Economy|Political|World

US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation

The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay

May 30, 2026
US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation
Crime|Political|US

Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’

Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’

May 29, 2026
Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’
Crime|World

ICE officer wanted in the shooting of a man during the Minneapolis crackdown is arrested in Texas

A federal immigration agent wanted in the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Trump administration’s Minnesota crackdown has been arrested in Texas

May 29, 2026
ICE officer wanted in the shooting of a man during the Minneapolis crackdown is arrested in Texas
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Science|US|World

White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants

The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants

May 29, 2026
White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
Uncategorized

Judge temporarily blocks payouts from Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the Republican president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government

May 29, 2026
Judge temporarily blocks payouts from Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights

Major airline, travel and business groups warned that barring border processing at Newark or other major U.S. airports could lead to chaos, strand

May 29, 2026
Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund

A U.S. judge on Friday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from setting up a nearly $1.8 billion fund

May 29, 2026
US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?

How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?

May 29, 2026
How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained

Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained

May 29, 2026
Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law

A federal judge threw out a lawsuit that U.S.

May 29, 2026
US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law
Economy|Political|World

Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval

The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on

May 28, 2026
Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal sees the risk of U.S. military aggression against the island growing as negotiations between the nations

May 29, 2026
Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Political|World

Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it

The timing of the offer was thorny because it coincided with the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.

May 29, 2026
Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it
Business|Economy|Political|World

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says

The U.S. said on Thursday it has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade, even as Washington and Tehran reached a tentative agreement to extend their

May 29, 2026
US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda

Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda

May 28, 2026
Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years

U.S. inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices due to the Iran war and cementing economists'

May 28, 2026
Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years
Uncategorized

DHS chief warns US could halt international flights, cargo at Newark over immigration dispute

The head of the U.S.

May 28, 2026
DHS chief warns US could halt international flights, cargo at Newark over immigration dispute
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries

The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services

May 28, 2026
Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
Africa|Crime|World

Exclusive: Inside an African hotel where asylum seekers deported by the US are imprisoned

Under an opaque $7.5 million deal with the Trump administration, Equatorial Guinea’s all-powerful president has turned a hotel owned by his family into a prison for asylum seekers deported from the United States

May 28, 2026
Exclusive: Inside an African hotel where asylum seekers deported by the US are imprisoned
Business|Economy|Technology

Trump administration in talks to fund US drone companies, WSJ reports

The Trump administration is in talks to provide funding to some drone companies, including Unusual Machines and Sequoia Capital-backed Neros, the Wall Street Journal reported on

May 28, 2026
Trump administration in talks to fund US drone companies, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US consumer watchdog recalls all staff nationwide to Washington headquarters

The top U.S. government watchdog for consumer financial protection on Wednesday said it would reassign virtually all staff nationwide to its

May 28, 2026
US consumer watchdog recalls all staff nationwide to Washington headquarters
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz

The Trump administration has placed additional sanctions on Iran as part of a sprawling economic pressure campaign during the war, this time targeting the country’s newly created agency that is trying to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz

May 28, 2026
US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Science|US|World

Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections

Fair housing groups have filed a lawsuit over a rule change by the Trump administration that they allege reverses decades of lending protections and opens the door to discrimination against Black people, Latinos and other minorities

May 28, 2026
Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux

President Donald Trump convened his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the Iran war, saying “things are going very well” days after insisting a settlement was “largely negotiated.”

May 27, 2026
The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada

The Trump administration's trade agency said on Wednesday it will kick off the first of three negotiating rounds with Mexico this week to revamp the

May 27, 2026
US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada
Health|Science|World

US planning quarantine facility in Kenya for citizens exposed to Ebola, sources say

The U.S. is discussing with Kenya opening a facility there to quarantine American citizens who become exposed to the Ebola outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, two

May 27, 2026
US planning quarantine facility in Kenya for citizens exposed to Ebola, sources say
Africa|World

South African government and Afrikaners reject US claim of a humanitarian emergency for white people

South Africa's government and Afrikaner advocacy groups reject the notion of a humanitarian emergency affecting white people in the country

May 27, 2026
South African government and Afrikaners reject US claim of a humanitarian emergency for white people
Education|Opinion

Chilling effects of Trump’s war on free speech extend far beyond campus walls – and that’s the point

A persistent government strategy to sow fear through punitive measures has corroded freedom and democracy.

May 27, 2026
Chilling effects of Trump’s war on free speech extend far beyond campus walls – and that’s the point
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S. This change has left many immigrants and attorneys confused and concerned

May 27, 2026
Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
Crime|Political|World

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

May 27, 2026
Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

The Trump administration is working on a deal to give weapons-grade plutonium to energy companies

The Trump administration is working on a deal to give weapons-grade plutonium to energy companies

May 27, 2026
The Trump administration is working on a deal to give weapons-grade plutonium to energy companies
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks

The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media

May 26, 2026
Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks
Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Iran has denounced the most recent U.S. strikes as a sign of bad faith as negotiations press on toward a possible deal to end the war

May 26, 2026
Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown
Africa|Political|US|World

Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans

President Trump has announced that the U.S. is admitting 10,000 additional white South Africans as refugees, citing persecution in their home country

May 26, 2026
Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans
Political|World

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

May 26, 2026
Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day
Business|Economy|Political

As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say

Wall Street banks are pushing the Federal Reserve behind the scenes to cement its new supervisory regime so the changes cannot easily be reversed by

May 26, 2026
As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say
Crime|US|World

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

May 26, 2026
This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up

The U.S.

May 26, 2026
Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up
Business|Economy|Finance|World

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision

Republican President Trump's regulators are undertaking the biggest overhaul of bank supervision since the 2008 financial crisis.

May 26, 2026
How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|Technology

Q&A: Anna Gomez is the sole Democrat on the FCC. She has a warning for big media companies

Anna Gomez, the sole Democrat on the Federal Communications Commission, is urging media companies to resist what she sees as the Trump administration's crackdown on free speech

May 26, 2026
Q&A: Anna Gomez is the sole Democrat on the FCC. She has a warning for big media companies
Crime|World

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington

Four immigration judges in Washington state were ahead of a sea change in immigration enforcement that has reversed a long American tradition

May 26, 2026
Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington
Economy|Political|World

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal

Regional officials say the United States is close to a deal with Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz

May 24, 2026
Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants

The Department of Justice is acknowledging it's removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot

May 23, 2026
Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela

(Corrects details of 2024 election to say Machado's opposition movement was widely seen as the legitimate winner of the contest that Maduro was accused of rigging, instead of that she won the election

May 23, 2026
Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela
Economy|Political|World

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

U.S.

May 23, 2026
Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
World

Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply

Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply

May 23, 2026
Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply
US|World

Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad

The Trump administration is announcing a new policy that requires foreigners in the U.S. to leave and apply for a green card from their home country

May 23, 2026
Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad
Political|US|World

Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday she was resigning from her job as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence, saying her

May 22, 2026
Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences

The Trump administration’s strategy against Cuba is looking a lot like the playbook for Venezuela

May 23, 2026
Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences
Europe|Political|World

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid

A bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe

May 23, 2026
Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories

U.S.

May 22, 2026
Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories
Health|Political|Science|World

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

May 22, 2026
US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say
Crime|Political|World

Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment

Thousands of Cubans gathered on Friday before the U.S. embassy in Havana to protest a U.S. decision to indict former president Raul Castro over the downing

May 22, 2026
Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment
Crime|Political|US|World

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro's life since stepping down as Cuba's president

Raúl Castro rarely makes public appearances these days

May 22, 2026
Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro's life since stepping down as Cuba's president
Arts|Economy|Opinion|World

America’s nonprofit sector is pushing back against an ‘authoritarian playbook’

The Trump administration has made many threats against nonprofits whose missions it disagrees with.

May 22, 2026
America’s nonprofit sector is pushing back against an ‘authoritarian playbook’
Health|Political

Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans

An advocacy group is suing President Donald Trump's administration over its decision to reinstate a near-ban on abortions for veterans and their family members who depend on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for healthcare

May 22, 2026
Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs

The Trump administration is loosening a federal rule that requires grocery stores and air-conditioning companies to reduce greenhouse gases used in cooling equipment

May 21, 2026
Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent

The Board of Peace's lead envoy for Gaza warned the U.N.

May 21, 2026
Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

Trump to delay Biden-era refrigerant rules in push to ease costs

The Trump administration intends to delay compliance with two Biden-era rules governing refrigerants as part of a broader effort

May 21, 2026
Trump to delay Biden-era refrigerant rules in push to ease costs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund

Senate Republicans were meeting with Acting U.S.

May 21, 2026
U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund
Business|Political|Science|Technology

White House postpones executive order on AI

White House postpones executive order on AI

May 21, 2026
White House postpones executive order on AI
Business|Economy

Fact check: Vance touted a rebound in manufacturing jobs. The US is down 77,000 this term

Fact check: Vance touted a rebound in manufacturing jobs. The US is down 77,000 this term

May 21, 2026
Fact check: Vance touted a rebound in manufacturing jobs. The US is down 77,000 this term
Education|Health|Political|Science|US|World

Families weigh moves with gender-affirming care access under assault in US

Confronted with Trump Administration threats to gender-affirming care for young transgender people, American families are weighing moves out of their states to gain

May 21, 2026
Families weigh moves with gender-affirming care access under assault in US
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration seeks to supercharge US AI exports with billions in financing, document shows

The Trump administration on Thursday plans to launch a new program to entice foreign firms to buy U.S.

May 21, 2026
Trump administration seeks to supercharge US AI exports with billions in financing, document shows
Political|Technology|World

Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, already producing drones, according to US intel

Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, already producing drones, according to US intel

May 21, 2026
Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, already producing drones, according to US intel
MidEast|Political|World

Trump administration pressures Palestinian UN envoy to drop General Assembly vice presidency bid

President Donald Trump's administration threatened to revoke the visas of the Palestinian delegation to the United Nations if the Palestinian ambassador

May 21, 2026
Trump administration pressures Palestinian UN envoy to drop General Assembly vice presidency bid
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports

Beijing is holding up a proposed visit by the Pentagon's under-secretary of defence for policy, Elbridge Colby, as China pressures U.S.

May 21, 2026
Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund

Since President Donald Trump's administration announced the creation of a $1.776 billion fund for Americans deemed to be victims of political "

May 21, 2026
'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
Crime|Political|US|World

US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island's president condemns charges

Federal prosecutors have announced charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in the 1996 downing of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles

May 20, 2026
US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island's president condemns charges
Crime|Political|World

What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro

Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a U.S. indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island

May 21, 2026
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Business|Economy|Political|Travel

House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening

A House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors

May 21, 2026
House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening
Health|Political|Science|World

RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings

The Trump administration has fired the two leaders of an influential health group that determines when insurance must provide free preventive care like mammograms for millions of Americans

May 21, 2026
RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

US charges Raúl Castro with murder as Trump escalates pressure on Cuba

The United States announced murder charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro on Wednesday, a major escalation in

May 20, 2026
US charges Raúl Castro with murder as Trump escalates pressure on Cuba
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump says willing to wait for a few days to get 'right answer' on Iran peace deal

U.S.

May 20, 2026
Trump says willing to wait for a few days to get 'right answer' on Iran peace deal
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from sanctions list

The United States has removed Francesca ​Albanese, a U.N. expert on the ‌Palestinian territories, from its list of sanctioned individuals, according to the U.S.

May 21, 2026
US removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from sanctions list
Crime|Political|US|World

Cuba's foreign minister calls critical White House statement "misinformed"

Cuba's foreign minister Bruno Rodriguez on Wednesday said a White House statement critical of the country's communist-run government was "superficial and misinformed."

May 20, 2026
Cuba's foreign minister calls critical White House statement "misinformed"
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike

The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal

May 19, 2026
EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US offers new relationship to Cuba in Rubio message

U.S.

May 20, 2026
US offers new relationship to Cuba in Rubio message
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': key points from the Xi-Putin talks

China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hailed progress in their 'comprehensive partnership' and criticised U.S.

May 20, 2026
Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': key points from the Xi-Putin talks
Economy|Political|World

Supreme Court rulings loom in four major Trump-related cases

President Donald Trump was incensed on February 20 when the U.S.

May 20, 2026
Supreme Court rulings loom in four major Trump-related cases
Health|Political|Science|World

American passenger on hantavirus-hit cruise feels ‘blindsided’ and ‘misled’ by new quarantine orders

American passenger on hantavirus-hit cruise feels ‘blindsided’ and ‘misled’ by new quarantine orders

May 20, 2026
American passenger on hantavirus-hit cruise feels ‘blindsided’ and ‘misled’ by new quarantine orders
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US nuclear power pact with Saudi Arabia lacks strict guardrails, letter says

A proposed U.S. pact with Saudi Arabia on its development of nuclear power lacks the strictest guardrails that Democratic lawmakers had urged,

May 20, 2026
US nuclear power pact with Saudi Arabia lacks strict guardrails, letter says
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Vance takes his fight against fraud to red Ohio, muddying waters for GOP's Vivek Ramaswamy

Vice President JD Vance’s decision to extend his fight against Medicaid fraud beyond Democratic states to his red home state of Ohio has set off a scramble among the state’s Republicans — including his close ally Vivek Ramaswamy, the party’s nominee for governor

May 20, 2026
Vance takes his fight against fraud to red Ohio, muddying waters for GOP's Vivek Ramaswamy
World

Trump says US may strike Iran again but that Tehran wants deal

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States may need to strike Iran again and that he had been an hour away

May 19, 2026
Trump says US may strike Iran again but that Tehran wants deal
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iranian family detained for relative's key role in 1979 US Embassy hostage crisis seeks release

An Iranian family that’s lived in the United States for a decade is demanding their release from immigration detention after they were arrested due to a relative’s role in the 1979 U.S. Embassy hostage crisis

May 19, 2026
Iranian family detained for relative's key role in 1979 US Embassy hostage crisis seeks release
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again

The bond market is making noise again

May 19, 2026
The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump considers himself an effective dealmaker but appears to have hit a wall with Iran

May 19, 2026
Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump administration proposes admitting more White South African refugees

Trump administration proposes admitting more White South African refugees

May 19, 2026
Trump administration proposes admitting more White South African refugees
Crime|US|World

Minnesota county charges an ICE officer in a nonfatal shooting during Trump's immigration crackdown

A Minnesota county prosecutor has charged an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in the nonfatal shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the state

May 19, 2026
Minnesota county charges an ICE officer in a nonfatal shooting during Trump's immigration crackdown
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

How Cuba reached its breaking point

Cuba is facing severe shortages, economic hardship and growing public frustration as US pressures to overthrow the government mount. CNN's Patrick Oppmann reports from the Cuban Capital.

May 18, 2026
How Cuba reached its breaking point
Environment|Science|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump distorts recent revisions of scientific projections of global warming

President Donald Trump blasted the accuracy of scientists' global warming projections in a social media post that itself painted a distorted view of the science, projections and policy of climate change

May 19, 2026
FACT FOCUS: Trump distorts recent revisions of scientific projections of global warming
Business|Political|US|World

The New York Times sues the Pentagon a second time over Hegseth's media restrictions

The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access

May 19, 2026
The New York Times sues the Pentagon a second time over Hegseth's media restrictions
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII

The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II

May 19, 2026
US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII
Election|Political|US|World

Democratic senators call for 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen's removal from post

A group of Democratic lawmakers is calling for the removal of Kurt Olsen, the White House’s election security czar, claiming his time working as a special

May 19, 2026
Democratic senators call for 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen's removal from post
Arts|Education|Opinion|Political|Science|World

Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains

The president’s barrage of pronouncements on foreign policy mean his Cabinet members’ statements on foreign policy have become more reliable indicators of administration positions.

May 18, 2026
Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains
Political|US|World

National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state

National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state

May 17, 2026
National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump admin considers nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies targeted in DOJ investigations, sources say

Trump admin considers nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies targeted in DOJ investigations, sources say

May 18, 2026
Trump admin considers nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies targeted in DOJ investigations, sources say
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge

The Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died

May 17, 2026
Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make

May 16, 2026
Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make
Business|Economy|Education|Health

DACA recipients are losing protections and work permits as renewal delays surge

DACA recipients are losing protections and work permits as renewal delays surge

May 16, 2026
DACA recipients are losing protections and work permits as renewal delays surge
Education|Health|Political|Science|US|World

A judge is protecting youth gender care in Kansas while a settlement in Texas attacks it

A Kansas judge has protected access to gender-affirming care for transgender minors as the nation’s largest children’s hospital moved to restrict such care in Texa and buckled under pressure from the Trump administration

May 16, 2026
A judge is protecting youth gender care in Kansas while a settlement in Texas attacks it
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

May 15, 2026
Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
Arts|Economy|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

AI-generated fantasies of US intervention reveal how desperation has narrowed Cuba’s political horizons

Cubans are using AI image generators to imagine US intervention in their country. The results look straight out of the 1890s.

May 15, 2026
AI-generated fantasies of US intervention reveal how desperation has narrowed Cuba’s political horizons
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms

Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms

May 15, 2026
Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms
Economy|Election|Health|Political

Vance promotes Trump administration's work to counter fraud while criticizing Democrats in Maine

Vice President JD Vance is highlighting the Trump administration’s efforts to combat fraud in a visit to Maine ahead of the state’s primary elections for several high-profile races

May 14, 2026
Vance promotes Trump administration's work to counter fraud while criticizing Democrats in Maine
Crime|Political|US|World

In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers

The Justice Department is challenging efforts to sanction attorneys from the first and second Trump administrations, asserting in a lawsuit that the District of Columbia Bar is unfairly playing politics with the legal disciplinary process

May 14, 2026
In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

A surge in violence followed Trump's cuts to USAID programs in Africa, a study finds

A new study has found that the Trump administration's decision last year to dissolve the U.S. Agency for International Development — once a leading global aid donor — was followed by a significant increase in violence in several African countries the agency had supported

May 15, 2026
A surge in violence followed Trump's cuts to USAID programs in Africa, a study finds
Business|Political|World

US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms

President Donald Trump’s administration faced a skeptical federal appeals court on Thursday in its bid to revive the Republican

May 14, 2026
US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms
Business|Economy|Political|World

US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying

U.S.

May 14, 2026
US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying
Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know

Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know

May 14, 2026
Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know
Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy

Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from

May 14, 2026
Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
Health|US|World

Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital's records of transgender kids

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's demands for confidential transgender patient information from Rhode Island's largest hospital

May 14, 2026
Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital's records of transgender kids
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos|World

Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism

President Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering

May 14, 2026
Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
Business|Economy|World

White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on

Trump administration officials are scrambling to contain the economic and political fallout of the war with Iran, three people

May 14, 2026
White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on
Crime|Health|World

Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo

Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo

May 14, 2026
Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Honda records its first-ever annual loss on a costly EV strategy

Honda says it racked up a full-year loss for the first time ever, losing $2.7 billion in the last fiscal year due to a costly electric-vehicle strategy

May 14, 2026
Honda records its first-ever annual loss on a costly EV strategy
Health|Political|US

Giuliani returns to his show after viral pneumonia hospitalization

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has returned to his show after being hospitalized for viral pneumonia

May 14, 2026
Giuliani returns to his show after viral pneumonia hospitalization
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation

Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation

May 13, 2026
Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation
Crime|Health|Political

Officials say $1.3 billion in Medicaid money to California will be deferred over suspicions of fraud

The Trump administration is expanding its fraud-busting initiative in federal health programs

May 13, 2026
Officials say $1.3 billion in Medicaid money to California will be deferred over suspicions of fraud
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda

Official figures show that the number of people deported to El Salvador from the United States nearly doubled in the first months of 2026

May 14, 2026
US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda
Political|Sports|Travel|US|World

US drops bond requirement for World Cup ticket holders

The Trump administration will not require World Cup ticket holders from countries flagged for high rates of visa overstays to pay expensive

May 13, 2026
US drops bond requirement for World Cup ticket holders
MidEast|Political|US|World

US Senate blocks latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, support grows

U.S.

May 14, 2026
US Senate blocks latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, support grows
Sports|Travel|US|World

Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won't have to pay bonds to enter US

The Trump administration is suspending a requirement that foreign visitors from countries that have qualified for the World Cup and have bought tickets for the soccer tournament pay as much as $15,000 in bonds to enter the United States

May 13, 2026
Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won't have to pay bonds to enter US
Economy|Political|US|World

US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls

The Department of Justice has issued a formal legal justification for the federal government's demands that states share their unredacted voter rolls, even though half

May 13, 2026
US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers

The Trump administration will block new home healthcare and hospice providers from enrolling in Medicare for at least the next six months, according

May 13, 2026
US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Political

Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says

U.S. cattle producers are making "spotty" efforts to rebuild the nation's diminished herd and supplies will remain tight, Tyson Foods Chief Financial

May 13, 2026
Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America

Overseas US military bases are integral to combat operations and can burnish the country’s image to advance its foreign policy goals.

May 13, 2026
Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine

Amnesty International and Human Rights First on Wednesday urged Poland to stop cooperating with U.S. deportation flights transferring Ukrainian nationals via its

May 13, 2026
Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine
Crime|Environment|Political|US

‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says

‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says

May 13, 2026
‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says
Business|Health|Science

Trump's FDA chief is out after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion activists

Marty Makary is resigning as President Donald Trump's Food and Drug Administration chief

May 12, 2026
Trump's FDA chief is out after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion activists
Crime|Europe|World

85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention

The 85-year-old French widow of a U.S. military veteran shares her experience in U.S. immigration detention

May 12, 2026
85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

Trump says US FDA Commissioner Makary is out

U.S.

May 12, 2026
Trump says US FDA Commissioner Makary is out
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US consumer finance agency to bring staff back to office year after closure

Leadership at the U.S. consumer finance watchdog plans to recall staff to the office more than a year after the Trump administration shuttered its

May 13, 2026
US consumer finance agency to bring staff back to office year after closure
World

Israel is worried that Trump will strike a ‘bad deal’ with Iran, leaving war objectives unmet

Israel is worried that Trump will strike a ‘bad deal’ with Iran, leaving war objectives unmet

May 13, 2026
Israel is worried that Trump will strike a ‘bad deal’ with Iran, leaving war objectives unmet
Health|Science

FDA chief to depart after Trump signed off on ousting him

FDA chief to depart after Trump signed off on ousting him

May 13, 2026
FDA chief to depart after Trump signed off on ousting him
Business|Economy|World

US appeals court pauses ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff

A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday temporarily paused a lower court ruling against the Trump administration's 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the

May 12, 2026
US appeals court pauses ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

PayPal to waive $30 million in fees to settle DOJ probe of minority business program

The U.S.

May 12, 2026
PayPal to waive $30 million in fees to settle DOJ probe of minority business program
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end game

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administration’s end game for the Iran war, the rising cost of the conflict and its impact on diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles

May 12, 2026
Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end game
Business|Environment|Political|World

Greenland's leader says US military presence part of talks with Trump's diplomats

Greenland's prime minister said on Tuesday that increasing the U.S. military presence in the Arctic territory was part of ongoing

May 12, 2026
Greenland's leader says US military presence part of talks with Trump's diplomats
Crime|Health|US

New York hospital system receives grand jury subpoena in US transgender care probe

NYU Langone Health, one of New York City's major hospital networks, said it received a federal grand jury subpoena from the U.S.

May 12, 2026
New York hospital system receives grand jury subpoena in US transgender care probe
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon says

The United States' war in Iran has ​cost $29 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday, an increase of $4 billion from an estimate provided late last

May 12, 2026
US war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon says
Business|Economy|Food|US

Trump administration 'fine-tuning' actions to ease US beef shortages, White House says

The Trump administration is "fine-tuning" potential presidential executive orders aimed at reducing domestic beef prices, a White House official said on Tuesday after a

May 12, 2026
Trump administration 'fine-tuning' actions to ease US beef shortages, White House says
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

FBI questions CIA officers over Russia assessment in Brennan probe, sources say

The FBI has begun interviewing current and former CIA employees as part of the Department of Justice’s investigation

May 12, 2026
FBI questions CIA officers over Russia assessment in Brennan probe, sources say
Arts|Political|World

Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s makeover of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool

A nonprofit on Monday filed a lawsuit

May 12, 2026
Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s makeover of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool
Business|Environment

Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a 'use' of public lands

The Interior Department is canceling a rule that put public lands conservation on equal footing with development

May 12, 2026
Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a 'use' of public lands
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China

The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and

May 12, 2026
US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China
Education|Science|Technology|World

US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China

More than 2,000 scientists warned the U.S.

May 12, 2026
US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton, fired after defending FEMA, to lead the agency

President Donald Trump has nominated Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency

May 12, 2026
Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton, fired after defending FEMA, to lead the agency
Arts|World

A nonprofit sues to halt Trump’s 'American flag blue' repaint of the Reflecting Pool

A Washington-based nonprofit is asking a judge to stop the Trump administration from altering the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

May 12, 2026
A nonprofit sues to halt Trump’s 'American flag blue' repaint of the Reflecting Pool
Economy|Political|World

Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'life support' and proposes gas tax pause as strait stays closed

U.S. President Donald Trump says the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” after he rejected Tehran’s latest proposal to end the war

May 11, 2026
Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'life support' and proposes gas tax pause as strait stays closed
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science

When you don’t have the facts, argue the law: How Trump’s EPA is limiting its own ability to protect public health far into the future

The EPA’s new interpretations are strategically designed to appeal to the current US Supreme Court’s view of agency authority.

May 11, 2026
When you don’t have the facts, argue the law: How Trump’s EPA is limiting its own ability to protect public health far into the future
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Germany revives effort to buy US Tomahawks, FT reports

Germany is reviving efforts to buy Tomahawk cruise missiles from the U.S., the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people with knowledge of Berlin's strategy.

May 10, 2026
Germany revives effort to buy US Tomahawks, FT reports
Europe|Health|Science|Travel|US|World

WHO chief reassures ‘worried’ Tenerife residents ahead of hantavirus ship arrival expected Sunday

WHO chief reassures ‘worried’ Tenerife residents ahead of hantavirus ship arrival expected Sunday

May 08, 2026
WHO chief reassures ‘worried’ Tenerife residents ahead of hantavirus ship arrival expected Sunday
Political|Sports|World

Trump administration reaches deal with non-profit over DC golf courses

President Donald Trump's administration and a non-profit group that runs Washington, D.C.'s public golf courses reached a deal on Friday under which the

May 09, 2026
Trump administration reaches deal with non-profit over DC golf courses
Americas|Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 2, leaves a survivor

The U.S. military’s latest strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean has killed two men while leaving one survivor

May 09, 2026
US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 2, leaves a survivor
Business|Economy|Political|World

Rubio defends new US sanctions on Cuba, targeting military-run conglomerate GAESA

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended the Trump administration's decision to impose new sanctions on Cuba

May 09, 2026
Rubio defends new US sanctions on Cuba, targeting military-run conglomerate GAESA
Arts|Entertainment|US

In legal dispute over 'The View,' ABC argues Trump administration is trying to chill free speech

ABC is accusing the Trump administration of trying to chill free speech and hinder open political discussion

May 09, 2026
In legal dispute over 'The View,' ABC argues Trump administration is trying to chill free speech
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on companies it accuses of aiding Iran's weapons sector

The U.S.

May 09, 2026
US imposes sanctions on companies it accuses of aiding Iran's weapons sector
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration appeals latest court loss on tariffs

The Trump administration on Friday appealed a court ruling that found a 10% global tariff imposed in February was not justified under a 1970s trade law. The U.S.

May 08, 2026
Trump administration appeals latest court loss on tariffs
Business|Technology|US

US nears $400 million settlement with TikTok on child-privacy violations, ABC News reports

U.S.

May 09, 2026
US nears $400 million settlement with TikTok on child-privacy violations, ABC News reports
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Opinion|Political

ABC says Trump’s FCC is threatening free speech in ‘The View’ probe

ABC says Trump’s FCC is threatening free speech in ‘The View’ probe

May 09, 2026
ABC says Trump’s FCC is threatening free speech in ‘The View’ probe
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|US

Trump agency's order against ABC's 'The View' talk show is invalid, network says

Disney-owned ABC said on Friday the Trump administration's efforts to declare its daytime talk show "The View" subject to federal equal time rules for

May 08, 2026
Trump agency's order against ABC's 'The View' talk show is invalid, network says
Health|World

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

U.S. immigration officials have quietly lifted a hold on green card and visa applications for doctors from three dozen countries

May 08, 2026
US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio questions allies' support on Iran following Italy talks

U.S.

May 08, 2026
Rubio questions allies' support on Iran following Italy talks
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump administration will win appeal of ruling against temporary tariffs, US trade chief says

U.S.

May 08, 2026
Trump administration will win appeal of ruling against temporary tariffs, US trade chief says
Arts|Health|Political|World

White House hosting anti-abortion activists amid Trump backlash

White House hosting anti-abortion activists amid Trump backlash

May 08, 2026
White House hosting anti-abortion activists amid Trump backlash
Business|Economy|Environment|Food

Trump administration settles meatpacking antitrust case in bid to bring down grocery prices

The Trump administration has reached a proposed settlement in an antitrust case against Agri Stats, a data-sharing company for the meatpacking industry

May 08, 2026
Trump administration settles meatpacking antitrust case in bid to bring down grocery prices
Arts|Education|Entertainment|World

US judge rules humanities grant terminations by DOGE were unlawful, discriminatory

A federal judge ruled on Thursday that the terminations of hundreds of humanities grants last year by the Trump administration's so-called Department of

May 08, 2026
US judge rules humanities grant terminations by DOGE were unlawful, discriminatory
World

US launches a review of Mexican consulates that could lead to closures

The Trump administration is conducting a review of the 53 Mexican consulates in the United States

May 08, 2026
US launches a review of Mexican consulates that could lead to closures
Arts|Education|Technology

Judge rules Trump administration's cancellation of humanities grants was unconstitutional

A federal judge in New York has ruled that the Trump administration's cancellation of over $100 million in humanities grants was unconstitutional

May 08, 2026
Judge rules Trump administration's cancellation of humanities grants was unconstitutional
Business|Economy|Political|World

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U_S_ military says that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three U_S_ Navy ships as they transited the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U_S_ forces.”

May 07, 2026
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Rubio and Pope Leo discuss areas of disagreement after weeks of tensions with Trump

Rubio and Pope Leo discuss areas of disagreement after weeks of tensions with Trump

May 06, 2026
Rubio and Pope Leo discuss areas of disagreement after weeks of tensions with Trump
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U_S_ military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U_S_ forces."

May 07, 2026
The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
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UN experts warn US fuel blockade in Cuba puts human rights at risk

U.S.

May 08, 2026
UN experts warn US fuel blockade in Cuba puts human rights at risk
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Oil-price bets ahead of Iran war news totalled $7 billion, reporting shows

A series of well-timed market bets on falling oil prices totalling as much as $7 billion during March and April spread across multiple

May 07, 2026
Oil-price bets ahead of Iran war news totalled $7 billion, reporting shows
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Trump-appointed FEMA Review Council proposes sweeping changes to federal disaster support

A council appointed by President Donald Trump has proposed significant changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency

May 08, 2026
Trump-appointed FEMA Review Council proposes sweeping changes to federal disaster support
Crime|US|World

South Florida man from Cuba being pressured to self-deport after release from "Alligator Alcatraz"

South Florida man from Cuba being pressured to self-deport after release from "Alligator Alcatraz"

May 07, 2026
South Florida man from Cuba being pressured to self-deport after release from "Alligator Alcatraz"
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

The Pentagon is delaying wind power development — even on private land

The Pentagon is delaying wind power development — even on private land

May 07, 2026
The Pentagon is delaying wind power development — even on private land
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Trump administration is trying to divert $2 billion in global health funding to pay for USAID shutdown

The Trump administration is trying to divert $2 billion in global health funding to pay for USAID shutdown

May 07, 2026
The Trump administration is trying to divert $2 billion in global health funding to pay for USAID shutdown
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‘I am trying to stay alive.’ Jobs at mom-and-pop shops are disappearing

‘I am trying to stay alive.’ Jobs at mom-and-pop shops are disappearing

May 07, 2026
‘I am trying to stay alive.’ Jobs at mom-and-pop shops are disappearing
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Once the city of peace, Geneva sees the United Nations' presence fade

When in 1937 the League of Nations vacated the 225-room Palais Wilson in Geneva, the global intergovernmental body created to preserve peace

May 07, 2026
Once the city of peace, Geneva sees the United Nations' presence fade
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US and Iran closing in on agreement aimed at ending war, source says

US and Iran closing in on agreement aimed at ending war, source says

May 06, 2026
US and Iran closing in on agreement aimed at ending war, source says
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Justice Department targets slow immigration judges as Trump pushes faster deportations

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is working to remove immigration judges who are slow or not following the law

May 07, 2026
Justice Department targets slow immigration judges as Trump pushes faster deportations
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of Hormuz

In 24 hours, the Trump administration’s stance on the Iran war has pinballed from declarations that a tenuous ceasefire was holding and military operations were over to new threats of bombing the Islamic Republic

May 07, 2026
Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Stocks hit records on tech earnings, oil slide from prospect of Iran deal

Stocks surged to fresh records and oil prices dropped on Wednesday after a report that the United States and Iran are closing in on an

May 06, 2026
Stocks hit records on tech earnings, oil slide from prospect of Iran deal
Opinion|Political|US|World

Who is Pete Hegseth calling ‘Pharisees’?

Who is Pete Hegseth calling ‘Pharisees’?

May 07, 2026
Who is Pete Hegseth calling ‘Pharisees’?
Americas|Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

How Trump's immigration crackdown is affecting everyday Americans, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds about 6 in 10 U.S. adults say the country is no longer a great place for immigrants, though they believe it used to be

May 06, 2026
How Trump's immigration crackdown is affecting everyday Americans, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

China is stepping up its Iran war diplomacy ahead of Trump's summit with Xi

China’s diplomatic role in the Iran war has come into sharper focus after talks between Chinese and Iranian foreign ministers on Wednesday, days before U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping

May 06, 2026
China is stepping up its Iran war diplomacy ahead of Trump's summit with Xi
Crime|Political|US|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific

The U.S. military has launched another strike on a vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men

May 06, 2026
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific
Crime|Political|US|World

US to close watchdog office for federal immigration detention abuses

A U.S. watchdog office for federal detention abuses was being closed, President Donald Trump's administration said on Tuesday.

May 06, 2026
US to close watchdog office for federal immigration detention abuses
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Defiant border czar brushes away MAGA critics, says ‘mass deportations are coming’

Defiant border czar brushes away MAGA critics, says ‘mass deportations are coming’

May 06, 2026
Defiant border czar brushes away MAGA critics, says ‘mass deportations are coming’
Business|Education|World

New York Times sued by US employment agency over diversity goals

The New York Times was sued on Tuesday by the U.S.

May 05, 2026
New York Times sued by US employment agency over diversity goals
Crime|Political|US

Trump administration sues Denver over its 1989 assault weapons ban

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Denver and its police department seeking to strike down an assault weapons ban that’s been in place for Colorado’s largest city since 1989

May 06, 2026
Trump administration sues Denver over its 1989 assault weapons ban
Arts|Environment|Health|Political|Sports

White House East Wing debris dumped at nearby golf course has toxic metals, report says

The National Park Service says debris from the demolition of the White House East Wing that was dumped at a nearby public golf course has tested positive for lead, chromium and other toxic metals

May 06, 2026
White House East Wing debris dumped at nearby golf course has toxic metals, report says
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The Supreme Court may force Trump to take a position on mifepristone

The Supreme Court may force Trump to take a position on mifepristone

May 05, 2026
The Supreme Court may force Trump to take a position on mifepristone
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in the Caribbean

The U.S. military says it’s launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea

May 05, 2026
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in the Caribbean
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US prepared for visa sanctions on China over migrants issue, official says

China is slowing its efforts to repatriate Chinese nationals who are in the U.S. illegally, a senior Trump administration official told Reuters,

May 05, 2026
US prepared for visa sanctions on China over migrants issue, official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US tries to force open the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce

The U.S. military says it fired on Iranian forces and sank six small boats as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

May 04, 2026
US tries to force open the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

California probes Trump administration deal to cancel offshore wind lease

California energy officials on Monday opened an investigation into the Trump administration's agreement with an offshore wind company to cancel a planned project off the state's

May 05, 2026
California probes Trump administration deal to cancel offshore wind lease
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US and Iran launch new attacks as they wrestle for control of Gulf waters

The U.S. and Iran launched new attacks in the Gulf on Monday as they wrestled for control over the Strait of Hormuz

May 04, 2026
US and Iran launch new attacks as they wrestle for control of Gulf waters
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Costa Rica's top newspaper says US revoked visas of its executives, prompting press freedom concerns

One of Costa Rica’s leading media outlets says that the United States has revoked the tourist visas of several executives on its board

May 04, 2026
Costa Rica's top newspaper says US revoked visas of its executives, prompting press freedom concerns
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Justice Dept sues to block Minnesota's climate change lawsuit

The U.S.

May 04, 2026
US Justice Dept sues to block Minnesota's climate change lawsuit
Uncategorized

Endangered whale protections may be delayed to 2035 under Trump-backed plan

President Donald Trump's administration supports a proposal to delay rules to protect a vanishing species of whale in favor of commercial fishing interests

May 04, 2026
Endangered whale protections may be delayed to 2035 under Trump-backed plan
Arts|Business|Economy|Health

FACT FOCUS: Why nearly 4.3 million people are no longer receiving food stamps

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins this week attributed a multimillion-person drop in the number of participants receiving food stamps through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to the tamping down of fraud and an improved economy

May 02, 2026
FACT FOCUS: Why nearly 4.3 million people are no longer receiving food stamps
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Strait talk

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Oil prices spiked by around 5% on Monday after Iran said it

May 04, 2026
Strait talk
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EU countries push to settle US trade deal to avoid car tariff hike

European Union countries are broadly pushing for the swift implementation of the bloc's side of a trade deal struck with the United States last year to

May 04, 2026
EU countries push to settle US trade deal to avoid car tariff hike
Health|Political|Science

Warned off vaccine actions, Kennedy seeks quick health wins ahead of midterms

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

May 04, 2026
Warned off vaccine actions, Kennedy seeks quick health wins ahead of midterms
Election

Trump and GOP test precedent with aggressive voter roll purges

Trump and GOP test precedent with aggressive voter roll purges

May 04, 2026
Trump and GOP test precedent with aggressive voter roll purges
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US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell

US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell

May 04, 2026
US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Travel

Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration

Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration

May 03, 2026
Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration
Arts|US|World

Amid leaks, Justice Gorsuch says US Supreme Court needs room for 'candid conversations'

U.S.

May 03, 2026
Amid leaks, Justice Gorsuch says US Supreme Court needs room for 'candid conversations'
Crime

FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows

FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows

May 03, 2026
FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows
World

Trump flexes executive power with unprecedented flouting of lower court rulings

The Trump administration has been found in violation of court rulings in an extraordinary number of lawsuits on a broad set of issues

May 02, 2026
Trump flexes executive power with unprecedented flouting of lower court rulings
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses

Major airlines and the U.S. government scrambled to help stranded passengers and employees after bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines

May 02, 2026
Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war

(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

May 02, 2026
Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules

The Trump administration's assignment of military lawyers to help the Department of Justice

May 02, 2026
US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules
Business|Political|World

Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says

An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S.

May 02, 2026
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders

Federal judges around the country have raised alarms in recent months about the Trump administration’s failure to follow their orders in individual immigration cases

May 02, 2026
Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders
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The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan

President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end the war

May 01, 2026
The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan
Political|US|World

Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions

Cuba rejects fresh sanctions levied on Friday by U.S.

May 02, 2026
Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives

U.S.

May 01, 2026
Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives
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Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status

A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again

May 02, 2026
Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US

Ninety-four-year-old former leader Raul Castro joined thousands of Cubans in an International Workers' Day march on Friday that passed through the capital of

May 01, 2026
Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US
Business|Economy|Finance|World

How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded

How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded

May 01, 2026
How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

May 01, 2026
Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be recalibrating its centerpiece policy of mass deportations after a series of major immigration enforcement operations in American cities soured the public’s mood on it

May 01, 2026
After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent

The U.S.

May 01, 2026
US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent
Business|Economy|Political|World

FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months

Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation's disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave

May 01, 2026
FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities

The Trump administration has deferred an additional $91 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota, citing concerns about fraud in state-run programs

May 01, 2026
Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities
Economy|Political|World

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country

May 01, 2026
US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending

The U.S.

April 30, 2026
US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high

Brent crude oil prices, the global benchmark, surged above $125 per barrel on Thursday morning, as President Donald Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports. Kristie Lu Stout reports.

April 30, 2026
Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump administration appeals court order in effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids

The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s order as it tries to cut the number of vaccines recommended for every child in the United States

April 30, 2026
Trump administration appeals court order in effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate

The Trump administration fired the entire board that oversees the National Science Foundation, raising an age-old question about the separation of science and state.

April 30, 2026
How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war

April 30, 2026
The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US banks left guessing over scope of looming order on citizenship data

U.S. banks say they are largely in the dark about an expected White House order requiring them to collect data on

April 30, 2026
US banks left guessing over scope of looming order on citizenship data
Business|Economy|Technology|World

White House quiet as China ramps up trade leverage before Trump-Xi summit

Beijing rolled out new trade rules this month that have alarmed U.S. businesses and which analysts say could seriously undercut American efforts to

April 30, 2026
White House quiet as China ramps up trade leverage before Trump-Xi summit
Health|Science|World

Trump administration appeals judge's order upending Kennedy's vaccine policies

The Trump administration on Wednesday appealed a federal judge's ruling blocking key elements of Health Secretary Robert F.

April 30, 2026
Trump administration appeals judge's order upending Kennedy's vaccine policies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

April 30, 2026
US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home
Crime|Political|US|World

US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk

The U.S. government's effort to renew its warrantless domestic surveillance powers cleared the House of Representatives

April 30, 2026
US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk
Education|Political|World

Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices

The U.S.

April 30, 2026
Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11

The Trump administration is expected to issue the first tariff refunds by around May 11, according to an order filed on Tuesday in the U.S.

April 30, 2026
US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men

The Trump administration rejected all four women farmers chosen by their peers to represent them in an industry group called the United Soybean Board

April 29, 2026
Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men