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Trump Makes Historic Syria Move... Meets New President

President Donald Trump met interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia, marking the first US-Syria leader meeting in 25 years and signaling a major shift in Middle East relations amid lifting sanctions.

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24 Hours Trump meets Syrian president after 25 years + Dem lawmaker forces Trump impeachment vote amid backlash + Drug overdose deaths fall 27 percent to 2019 lows + Qatar gifts Trump $400M plane amid GOP backlash + House GOP advances sweeping Medicaid cuts bill + Judge orders release of detained Georgetown scholar + 3M settles New Jersey forever chemicals lawsuit + Waymo recalls 1,200 self-driving cars over crashes + Senate Democrats seek Pentagon probe on Trump jet + Trump signs $96B Boeing deal with Qatar + Israeli attacks kill dozens near Gaza hospital + Republicans back congressional stock trading ban + FBI arrests ex-National Guard member in ISIS plot + Starbucks baristas strike over dress code change + Supreme Court hears Trump birthright citizenship case + Massachusetts assails interference with ICE operations

Number 27% - Decline in US drug overdose deaths in 2024, largest drop since 2019.

Quote "We're looking at what is appropriate." — House Speaker Mike Johnson on punishing Democrats who stormed ICE facility.

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Trump Makes Historic Syria Move... Meets New President

Trump Becomes First U.S. Leader to Visit Qatar - Signs Deals

Qatar Signs $96B Boeing Deal Amid Trump Visit

President Trump advances Middle East diplomacy amid historic meetings in Qatar and Syria involving significant deals and shifting alliances.

Senate Dems Demand Probe Into Trump’s Qatar Jet Gift

GOP Lawmakers Uneasy as Trump’s Qatari Plane Sparks Turmoil

House Dems Say Congress Must Approve Trump’s Free Air Force One

The controversy around President Trump's acceptance of a luxury plane gift from Qatar draws criticism from Republicans and Democrats, prompting calls for investigations.

Dem Rep Forces Impeachment Vote - Faces Party Blowback

House Dems Balk at Rogue Trump Impeachment Push

Dem Rep’s Impeachment Effort Called ‘Idiotic’ in Party Meeting

Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar pushes an impeachment vote against President Trump, facing sharp criticism and a party backlash.

Drug Overdose Deaths Plunge 27% - Lowest Since 2019

US Overdose Deaths Fell Nearly 27% in 2024 CDC Finds

CDC Reports Largest Ever Drop in Overdose Deaths

A dramatic decline in U.S. drug overdose deaths marks the largest one-year drop in decades according to CDC data, signaling progress in combating the opioid crisis.

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Birthright Citizenship

Judge Orders Release of Georgetown Scholar From ICE Custody

Judge Rules Against Trump DOJ in Grant Cancellation Lawsuit

Federal judges and courts take significant actions affecting immigration policy, including rulings on birthright citizenship and scholar detentions.

House GOP Passes Tax, Medicaid Cuts in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Sen. Hawley Warns GOP Bill Won’t Pass Senate

GOP Senate Members Warn Trump Medicaid Cuts Could Backfire

House Republicans advance a major tax and spending package including deep Medicaid cuts, facing internal GOP factional disputes and opposition warnings.

Cassie Describes Diddy Abuse in Emotional Court Testimony

Cassie Testifies Diddy Kept Her in Cycle of Abuse

Ex-Diddy Girlfriend Details Assault and Threats in Trial

The trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs involves explosive testimony from Cassie Ventura detailing abuse allegations and legal proceedings surrounding sexual assault claims.

Waymo Recalls 1,200 Self-Driving Cars Over Software Glitch

Microsoft Tests ‘Hey, Copilot!’ Voice Feature in Windows

CoreWeave Reports 400% Revenue Growth in AI Infrastructure IPO

The tech and AI industry sees continued developments with software recalls, new features, and startup earnings showing growth amid regulatory and security concerns.

Noem Slams Democrat Defending Deported 'Terrorist'

Kristi Noem Refuses to Say If Key Photo Was Manipulated

Noem Accuses Dem of Fighting for Gang Member in Hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces sharp criticism from Democrats over immigration enforcement and controversial photos during congressional hearings.

FBI Stops ISIS-Inspired Attack Plot on Michigan Military Base

Ex-National Guard Charged in Mass Shooting Plot at Army Base

FBI Arrests 19-Year-Old for ISIS Plot on U.S. Army Facility

FBI arrests and federal charges target individuals plotting violence, including an ISIS-inspired attack on a military base and a mass shooting plan near Detroit.

Wall Street Catches Investors Off Guard Amid Market Rally

Cisco Beats Earnings Forecasts Ahead of Q3 Report

NASDAQ Edges Up as Investors Eye Earnings Reports

Stocks exhibit unpredictable movements amid concerns over a fast market rebound and investors adjust forecasts ahead of major earnings reports.

White South African Refugees Spark Leftist Fury

Episcopal Church Criticized Over Refugee Resettlement Stance

South African President Calls Refugees ‘Cowards’

Controversy over immigration policies as white South African refugees resettle in U.S., sparking discussions on race and political backlash among various groups.

Federal Appeals Court Limits Voting Rights Act Enforcement

Supreme Court Weighs Trump Bid to Restrict Birthright Citizenship

Democrats Sue for More Favorable Congressional Maps

Judicial and congressional actions focus on election integrity and voting rights, with cases challenging previous rulings and enforcement of key laws.

Tulsi Gabbard Fires Intel Officials Amid Assessment Clash

Judge Blocks DOJ from Canceling Grants to Lawyers’ Group

Judge Cites Trump Immunity Ruling to Dismiss ICE Case

Federal agencies and courts face internal challenges as key officials are fired or face lawsuits, amid controversies including deportation policies and grant cancellations.

House GOP Threatens Punishment for Dems Storming ICE Facility

ICE Officials Label Illegal Immigrant Gangsters ‘Terrorists’

Lawmakers Push Investigation of Threats to ICE Operations

House Democrats and Republicans clash over immigration enforcement, with incidents at ICE facilities sparking threats of discipline and investigations.

Goldman Sachs Fined $1.45M for Trade Reporting Failures

New York AG Sues Capital One Over Savings Account Fraud

Waymo Recalls 1,212 Robotaxis After Collision Reports

Major U.S. companies face backlash and legal challenges related to alleged misconduct, recalls, and fines affecting consumers and investors.

Republican Party Splits Over Trump Agenda Implementation

Democrats Pessimistic About Their Party’s Future - Poll

House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces GOP Distrust on Budget Talks

Political turmoil grows as Republicans struggle with internal dissent and Democratic pessimism deepens post-2024 election losses.

Judge Orders Release of Immigration Scholar Accused of Hamas Ties

Federal Judge Seizes Control of Rikers Jail Complex

Republicans Slam Dems Visiting ICE Facility as ‘Outlaw’

Legal and social controversies surface involving immigration laws, deportations, and public figures in heated congressional and court battles.

Boeing Strikes Massive Order With Qatar - $96B Deal

US Qatar Pact Includes $200 Billion Boeing Agreement

Qatar’s Jet Deal Could Boost South Carolina Economy

Boeing and US defense industry secure multi-billion dollar deals with Middle East amid Trump's diplomatic visits and economic cooperation talks.

Lawmakers Caught Napping During Marathon Reconciliation Hearing

Dem Rep Debbie Dingell Dozes Off in House Budget Session

Multiple Members of Congress Sleep on the Job During Budget Debate

House committee meetings reveal lawmakers struggling with fatigue, sparking controversy over sleeping during critical budget reconciliation sessions.

Supreme Court Set to Hear Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Case

Justices To Decide If District Judge Can Block President’s Orders

Trump’s Challenge to Birthright Citizenship Faces High Court

The Supreme Court faces pivotal cases amid Trump administration efforts to reshape policies on birthright citizenship and implementation of executive orders.

Rubio Plans Major Overhaul of National Security Council

National Intelligence Council Head and Aide Fired by Gabbard

Director Gabbard Cuts Intel Leaders After Trump Assessment

Significant shifts in the defense and intelligence agencies are underway with expected downsizing and leadership changes under Trump’s national security team.

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