Shutdown Looms: Senate Fails to Advance Funding Bill
Senate Democrats blocked a six bill funding package as negotiations over Homeland Security and ICE reforms stalled leaving a partial government shutdown likely unless last minute concessions are reached
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85.27 billion - iPhone revenue in Apple's best ever quarter
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"Justice is coming" — Tom Homan
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Judge Slams ICE: Nearly 100 Court Orders Violated
Federal court and prosecutors intensify scrutiny of Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Minneapolis after deadly shootings. Legal pressure and planned operational changes signal deepening accountability and potential personnel shifts.
Homan: 'Justice is Coming' for Those Funding Anti ICE Actions
Border czar Tom Homan makes high‑profile appearances in Minneapolis promising accountability while outlining a possible reduction in street presence. His rhetoric mixes threats of enforcement against organizers with offers to negotiate deescalation.
Senate Fails to Advance Funding Bill — Shutdown Looms
A Senate vote to advance a multibill funding package failed as Democrats held out for DHS and ICE reforms, pushing the federal government toward a partial shutdown. Negotiations remain active but fragile with high stakes for domestic operations.
FBI Seizes 700 Boxes of Ballots in Fulton County Raid
FBI agents executed a high profile search in Fulton County seizing election materials and raising national alarms. Local officials and national figures are trading accusations as the probe fuels political and legal fallout.
Top Democrats Demand Briefing on Tulsi Gabbard at FBI Search
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill demand answers after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard appeared at an FBI search in Georgia. Bipartisan scrutiny focuses on the unusual presence of a national security official at a politically charged raid.
Man Charged After Posing as FBI Agent to Break Luigi Mangione Out
A bizarre attempted jailbreak at a Brooklyn federal lockup ended with an arrest after a man allegedly impersonated an FBI agent and arrived armed with improvised tools. The episode spotlights contagion of extreme acts tied to high profile crimes.
EU Moves to List IRGC as Terror Group — Germany Warns of Rapid Action
The EU's decision to add Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to its terrorist list escalates tensions with Tehran. Washington's threats and regional military posturing increase the risk of rapid escalation in the Gulf and wider Middle East.
Venezuelan Lawmakers Approve Overhaul to Open Oil to Private Firms
Venezuelan lawmakers approved sweeping oil sector reforms that open the industry to foreign capital after diplomatic pressure. The move signals a major policy pivot in Caracas and reshapes global energy investment prospects.
OpenAI in Talks to Raise Up to 100 Billion
OpenAI is pursuing a massive capital raise as Big Tech investors circle, and Amazon is reported to be in talks for a major stake. A huge funding round would reshape AI ownership and influence in the industry.
SpaceX Eyes Merger With Tesla as xAI Tie Up Considered
Reports indicate Elon Musk may consolidate his ventures by merging SpaceX with Tesla and xAI as he prepares an IPO. The potential tie ups would fold rockets, cars and AI under a single corporate structure with major market implications.
Tesla Plans to Build More Robots as Model S and X Are Cut
Tesla shifts strategy toward humanoid robots as it trims car lines and sells large battery packs to Musk's AI firm. The moves signal a pivot from vehicle volume to robotics and energy services that will alter Tesla's capital needs.
Microsoft Stock Plunges on AI Spending Concerns
Investors punished major tech names after heavy AI spending and mixed guidance, triggering steep stock declines. The sector selloff is rippling through markets even as other tech firms post gains.
Apple Reports Best Ever iPhone Quarter With 85.27 Billion Revenue
Apple reported a record iPhone quarter and continues to invest in AI capabilities via acquisitions. The results give the company strong revenue momentum while investors watch future AI integration.
NHTSA Opens Probe After Waymo Robotaxi Strikes Child Near School
Federal regulators opened an inquiry after a Waymo robotaxi struck a child near a school, reigniting safety concerns over autonomous vehicles. Investigations by NHTSA and other agencies will probe system performance and policies.
Appeals Court Rules Noem Unlawfully Ended TPS for Venezuela and Haiti
Federal appeals courts rebuked the Trump administration over attempts to end Temporary Protected Status protections for Venezuelans and Haitians. The rulings preserve protections for hundreds of thousands of migrants for now.
Trump Assigns His Appointee to Handle Georgia FBI Raid
The fallout from the Georgia FBI raid has political reverberations in Washington with appointments and past election deniers drawing scrutiny. Analysts warn the episode underscores the Trump administration's continued fixation on 2020.
Futures Rally as Meta Jumps and Gold Climbs
Market turbulence sees tech winners and losers as investors rotate into safe havens while volatility spikes. Precious metals and futures movement show investors hedging while AI budget concerns roil equities.
DOJ Charges Man Who Sprayed Rep Ilhan Omar With Vinegar
The Justice Department filed federal charges against a man accused of attacking Rep. Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall. The case adds to legal fallout from volatile protests and security incidents around immigration enforcement.
Lockheed to Quadruple THAAD Production for Pentagon
Defense production and military readiness pick up as concern over Iran rises. The Pentagon and contractors are scaling interceptors and officials say forces are positioned for sustained operations if ordered.
Bank of America and JPMorgan to Match 1000 to Trump Accounts
Major banks publicly back the White House newborn savings scheme by pledging matching contributions, signaling corporate support for the administration's signature family finance initiative.
Hamas Loses Its Last Hostage as US and Israel Press Advantage
Israel and the U S pressed their advantage in Gaza as exchanges continued and last hostages were accounted for. The developments could shape ceasefire talks and postconflict arrangements in the enclave.
Man Charged in NYC High Rise Gas Explosion
A deadly explosion in a Bronx high rise prompted homicide charges and an investigation into a stolen stove sale that allegedly triggered the blast. Authorities say the stove theft was meant to be traded for drugs.
India Says It Has Contained Nipah Virus Outbreak
Health authorities across Asia tightened airport checks after India confirmed two Nipah cases even as officials reported containment. International labs and institutes offered assistance amid global concern for the deadly virus.
Grid Reliability Projected to Decline as Data Center Demand Soars
Rising data center demand is straining North American grid reliability and fueling new gas power builds. Energy and policy debates center on how to meet digital infrastructure needs without undermining reliability or climate goals.
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