Senate Republicans face a political knife-edge over Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

WASHINGTON, May 30 – Senate Republicans are heading back to Washington facing one of the most politically delicate debates of the year, as divisions inside the party continue to grow over President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. The initiative, which has been presented by the administration as a mechanism to compensate individuals who … Read more

Treasury Secretary Bessent confirms limited steps toward a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump

WASHINGTON, May 28 – As debate continues in Washington over how the US will commemorate the country’s 250th anniversary, a new proposal involving U.S. currency has sparked political discussion and public attention. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that the Treasury Department has already completed limited design preparations for a proposed $250 bill featuring … Read more

Suspect killed after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

WASHINGTON, May 23 – A deadly shooting unfolded near the White House on Saturday, after a man allegedly opened fire close to a security checkpoint, prompting an immediate response from U.S. Secret Service personnel. Authorities said the suspect was shot by officers after he reportedly began firing near one of the highly secured areas surrounding … Read more

Airline miles may not go as far as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and summer fares

NEW YORK, May 23 – Travelers planning to use airline miles, reward points, or loyalty benefits for summer vacations may discover that their rewards do not stretch as far as they once did. Rising fuel expenses linked to tensions in the Middle East have added new pressure on airlines, contributing to higher ticket prices and increased … Read more

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

WASHINGTON, May 22 – A major shift in U.S. immigration policy announced by the Trump administration is drawing concern from immigration attorneys, advocacy organizations, and foreign nationals currently living in the United States. The new guidance indicates that many foreigners who are legally present in the country and seeking permanent resident status will no longer … Read more

Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump’s ballroom

WASHINGTON, May 21 – Senate Republicans are confronting growing resistance within their own party over a controversial proposal that would allocate nearly $1 billion for security upgrades tied to the White House complex and a planned ballroom associated with President Donald Trump. The debate has exposed tensions between Republican lawmakers, the White House, and fiscal … Read more

Police were searching for teens behind San Diego mosque shooting before the bloodshed began

SAN DIEGO, May 18 – A deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego has shaken the local Muslim community and raised troubling questions about whether the violence could have been prevented. Authorities revealed that police officers were already searching for two teenagers connected to the attack before gunfire erupted at the Islamic Center of San … Read more

OpenAI defeats Elon Musk’s lawsuit, removes obstacle to IPO

OAKLAND, California, May 18 – A California federal jury has ruled in favor of OpenAI in a closely watched legal fight brought by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, delivering a major victory to the artificial intelligence company and potentially reshaping the future of the rapidly expanding AI industry. The verdict, announced on Monday, concluded a dramatic … Read more

Republican Senator Cassidy loses re-election to Trump retribution campaign

May 16 – Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy’s political career suffered a major setback Saturday after the two-term Republican failed to secure re-election in the state’s closely watched Senate primary. The loss marked a significant victory for President Trump’s ongoing effort to reshape the Republican Party by targeting officials who opposed him during key moments of … Read more

North America’s largest commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike

NEW YORK, May 16 – Thousands of commuters across the New York metropolitan region faced major disruption Saturday after workers at the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), the largest commuter rail system in North America, launched a strike that forced the complete suspension of train services. The shutdown follows months of tense labor negotiations between … Read more