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Trump lifts all US sanctions on Syria as ties shift

Trump meets Syria’s new leader after dropping sanctions

US president seals $600 billion Saudi arms and investment deal

President Donald Trump lifts longstanding U.S. sanctions on Syria, signaling a major policy shift and meets Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa amid a $600 billion investment deal with Saudi Arabia focused on arms sales and economic cooperation.

Menendez brothers resentenced eligible for parole after decades

Judge reduces Menendez murder sentences opening parole door

Menendez resentencing moves brothers closer to possible freedom

The Menendez brothers, convicted for the murder of their parents, have been resentenced to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole and sparking public debate about their potential release after decades in prison.

Israel steps up deadly Gaza strikes hitting hospitals

Airstrikes in Gaza kill dozens amid Israeli military offensive

Netanyahu insists war in Gaza continues until Hamas defeated

Israel intensifies military strikes in Gaza including attacks on hospitals, resulting in many casualties as the conflict escalates amid tensions following Hamas attacks and ongoing hostage situations.

Federal judge backs Trump use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations

Trump administration wins court ruling on immigration law use

Judge approves Trump invoking Alien Enemies Act for gang deportations

Federal judiciary gives green light to President Trump's immigration policy by approving use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for expedited deportations, marking a significant legal victory for the administration.

MLB reinstates Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson for Hall of Fame

Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson now eligible for Baseball Hall of Fame

Baseball clears way for banned legends Rose and Jackson

Major League Baseball reinstates Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson, lifting their lifetime bans and making them eligible for the Hall of Fame, sparking renewed debates over their legacies and past controversies.

Trump defends taking $400M Qatari jumbo jet as Air Force One

Controversy erupts over Trump’s acceptance of free Qatar jet

Senate wades into debate on Trump’s gifted Qatari plane

The Trump administration faces backlash over plans to accept a $400 million luxury Boeing 747 jet gifted by Qatar to serve temporarily as Air Force One amid ethics and national security concerns.

Dem lawmaker forces vote on Trump impeachment articles

House Democrats fume over long-shot impeachment push on Trump

Democrat moves to make Trump impeachment vote inevitable

House Democrats push to force a full House vote on impeachment articles against President Donald Trump despite internal frustrations and political divisions, intensifying partisan conflict in Congress.

Tencent posts 13 percent revenue surge on gaming boom

Chinese tech giant Tencent beats estimates with 13% revenue rise

Tencent’s gaming growth propels first quarter revenue jump

China’s tech giant Tencent reports strong 13% revenue growth driven by surging gaming unit performance, defying market uncertainties and reflecting resilience in key business segments.

Nvidia to send 18,000 AI chips to Saudi Arabia

Nvidia expands Middle East ties with delivery of 18,000 AI chips to Saudi Arabia as part of growing U.S.-Saudi technological and economic cooperation amid Trump’s region visit.

US inflation eases sharply in April to lowest since 2021

Consumer price index shows inflation slowdown despite tariffs

Inflation in the U.S. slows more than expected in April, reaching its lowest level since 2021, easing fears of price surges despite ongoing tariff impacts from the Trump administration.

Microsoft to cut 6,000 jobs despite strong earnings

Tech giant Microsoft lays off thousands amid restructuring

Microsoft announces job cuts affecting thousands worldwide

Microsoft announces layoffs impacting about 3% of its global workforce in an effort to reduce management layers despite posting a strong earnings report, reflecting wider tech sector job cuts.

House GOP pushes landmark bill with tax and Medicaid cuts

Republicans unveil massive budget plan reshaping welfare

Medicaid reform sparks fierce debates and protests in Congress

House Republicans advance controversial 'big, beautiful bill' featuring sweeping tax cuts, Medicaid reforms including work requirements, and welfare restructuring amid protests and partisan opposition.

AOC warns Trump admin: Arrest Dems and face a problem

Democrats brace as AOC threatens consequences for arrests

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez issues warning to Trump administration over potential arrests of Democratic lawmakers involved in protests at immigration detention centers, heightening political tensions.

House GOP faces heat for Spanish language social media post

House Democrats face backlash after posting content in Spanish, provoking critics who claim it undermines American values as language and cultural debates intensify in political discourse.

Johnson nears SALT deal breakthrough with GOP holdouts

House Republicans inch closer to SALT tax cap deal

House Speaker Mike Johnson moves closer to finalizing state and local tax deduction (SALT) compromise with Republicans, aiming to resolve a politically sensitive dispute delaying major budget deals.

Federal grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge aiding illegal immigrant

Milwaukee judge indicted over immigration arrest obstruction

Judge Hannah Dugan faces federal charges for shielding immigrant

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan indicted by federal grand jury on charges for allegedly helping an illegal immigrant evade arrest, becoming a central figure in immigration enforcement controversies.

Shares rise amid US-China tariff truce talks

Financial markets mixed as US-China trade tensions ease

Tame inflation adds relief as tariff talks continue

Major U.S. banks and financial institutions show mixed responses to ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, with tariff truce sparking some relief but uncertainty lingering over long-term economic impact.

Trump endorses Ciattarelli for New Jersey governor race

Jack Ciattarelli gains Trump backing in GOP primary battle

President Trump endorses Jack Ciattarelli as frontrunner in New Jersey GOP governor primary, signaling party consolidation and Trump’s influence ahead of the 2025 state elections.

GOP pushes resolution to remove NJ Dems from House committees

Rep. Buddy Carter moves to punish Dems over ICE facility protest

House Republicans introduce measures to punish three New Jersey Democrats for their protest actions at an ICE detention center, aiming to strip them of committee assignments amid Congressional tensions.

Trump admin slashes another $450M Harvard grants over antisemitism

Harvard loses more federal grants amid Trump administration clash

The Trump administration continues to cut federal funding and grants to Harvard University amid accusations of failure to confront campus antisemitism, intensifying political and educational institutional conflicts.

Small business optimism declines as inflation slows

JP Morgan lowers US recession risk below 50 percent

Markets rally modestly amid tariff truce hopes

U.S. market and economy see mixed signals as consumer optimism dips, inflation eases, and JP Morgan lowers recession risk, all amidst ongoing global trade tensions and tariff uncertainties.

Democrats rage over impeachment push, Biden health claims

New book reveals Biden's decline and aide tensions

Dem party divided over messaging and 2024 fallout

Democrats face internal turmoil and external criticism as impeachment moves unfold, Biden's health issues resurface in new books, and party figures debate messaging ahead of the 2025 elections.

Judge backs Trump’s use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations

Trump gets court wins allowing faster immigration removals

Federal court rulings affirm the Trump administration’s authority to deport criminal illegal immigrants using wartime statutes, marking significant enforcement progress contested by opposing legal voices.

US-China trade deal puts tariffs on hold for 90 days

Tariff truce sparks hope but economic uncertainty persists

Trade war calms as US and China agree on tariff pause

U.S.-China relations show cautious improvement as tariffs are paused for 90 days, easing some trade frictions though significant economic uncertainty remains amid complex negotiations.

Multiple indictments hit judges accused of aiding illegal immigrants

Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee judge in immigration case

Federal agency investigations and litigation target judges and officials accused of obstructing immigration enforcement leading to grand jury indictments in Wisconsin and other states, intensifying political battles over immigration policy.

House GOP markups of Trump’s budget bill ignite protests

Republicans face pushback over sweeping health and welfare changes

House committee hearings reveal partisan conflicts over Trump’s legislative agenda combining tax cuts and drastic Medicaid reforms, sparking protests and fierce debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups.