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Trump Threatens Insurrection Act - Minnesota on Brink

President Trump warned he may invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy federal troops in Minnesota amid violent clashes between protesters and ICE after multiple federal operations. The threat escalates a standoff between the White House and local leaders.

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"We shouldn’t even have an election" — President Donald Trump

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Trump threatens Insurrection Act - Minnesota on edge

Tensions in Minneapolis have escalated into a national crisis after multiple ICE operations sparked violent clashes and a presidential threat to deploy military force. Federal and local leaders are locked in a standoff as protests spread and law enforcement actions continue.

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ACLU sues to halt Trump ICE crackdown in Minnesota - court fight begins

Legal challenges are mounting against federal immigration operations in Minneapolis as civil rights groups and residents file suits alleging unconstitutional tactics, racial profiling, and excessive force during ICE raids.

NATO troops land in Greenland - show of force

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US secures Venezuelan crude at roughly 30% premium - energy gains

The U.S. scramble for Venezuelan oil intensifies as Washington secures higher prices and energy firms prepare to re-enter the market. Analysts highlight the strategic value of Venezuela's heavy crude for US refiners.

Maria Corina Machado gives Trump her Nobel medal - Oval Office moment

The bizarre Nobel saga continues after Venezuela's María Corina Machado handed her Peace Prize medal to President Trump. The Nobel body and global commentators have pushed back while the White House savors the symbolic moment.

US holds fire on strikes and imposes fresh sanctions on Iran

The US response to Iran's violent crackdown combines sanctions and diplomacy. The Security Council convened as Washington targeted regime figures while warnings and threats elevated regional tensions.

Pentagon moves assets toward Iran region - military sources

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Robot soldier held off Russians for six weeks - Ukrainian commander

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US declares Gaza ceasefire phase two - reconstruction to start

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US and Taiwan strike trade deal to cut tariffs and boost chips

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China and Canada agree tariff relief after high stakes talks

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Former South Korean president Yoon jailed for five years - martial law verdict

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Judge dismisses DOJ bid for California voter data - court rebuke

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Noem names Charles Wall deputy director of ICE - leadership shuffle

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Appeals court reverses lower court and clears way to detain Mahmoud Khalil

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US seizes another tanker tied to Venezuela - Coast Guard operation

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Internet blackout sparks battles over truth in Iran - online war

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Verizon to issue $20 credits after nationwide service outage

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CDC confirms Salmonella cases tied to powdered Super Greens supplement

A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to a powdered greens supplement triggered recalls and an FDA warning as dozens fell ill across the country. Public health officials urged consumers to stop using the product.

Stocks shrug off Iran Greenland Venezuela turmoil - markets hold firm

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NASA conducts first-ever medical evacuation from the ISS - splashdown

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Major fire forces hundreds to flee makeshift homes near Gangnam

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Iranians report chilling reason regime paused killings - eyewitnesses

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"It was my Great Honor to meet María Corina Machado, of Venezuela, today. She is a wonderful woman who has been through so much. María presented me with her Nobel Peace Prize for the work I have done. Such a wonderful gesture of mutual respect. Thank you María!"