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Trump Makes Historic Move: Meets Syria’s Islamist Leader in Riyadh

President Trump met with Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh, marking a diplomatic breakthrough unseen in 25 years and suggesting a major shift in U.S. Middle East policy amid lifting of sanctions and peace negotiations.

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24 Hours Dem drops impeachment push after party backlash + Trump meets Syria's interim president in Riyadh + EPA rolls back Biden-era water chemical rules + Waymo recalls 1,200 self-driving taxis after crashes + Trump signs $96 billion Boeing deal with Qatar + Over 1,000 Starbucks baristas strike over dress code + New Jersey couple charged with torturing foster kids + Former National Guard soldier arrested for ISIS plot + Supreme Court weighs birthright citizenship case + Russian missile attack kills three in Ukraine + Democrats oppose Trump impeachment effort + Trump defends acceptance of $400M jet from Qatar + FDA moves to ban kids’ fluoride supplements + Health Secretary RFK Jr. admits no medical advice + FBI foils mass shooting plot at Michigan base + California faces $12B deficit, freezes immigrant care

Number 27% - Drop in U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024, largest annual decline ever recorded.

Quote "I don’t think people should be taking advice — medical advice — from me." — HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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TOPICS

Dem Rep Drops Trump Impeachment Amid Party Firestorm

Lone Dem Backtracks on Impeachment Vote Push

Dem Leader Vows to Kill Trump Impeachment Effort

House Democrat Shri Thanedar faced backlash from his party and withdrew his push to impeach President Trump, highlighting internal Democratic conflicts over impeachment strategies.

Trump Meets Syria’s Interim Leader in Riyadh

Trump Pledges to Lift Sanctions on Syria

Trump Praises ‘Young, Attractive’ Syrian President

President Trump meets with Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh, marking the first meeting between their nations' leaders in 25 years and signaling a major Middle East diplomatic shift.

EPA Weakens Biden Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Water

EPA Plans Rollback of Drinking Water PFAS Rules

Trump EPA Moves to Loosen Toxic Chemical Restrictions

The Environmental Protection Agency under Trump administration announces a rollback of Biden-era regulations limiting hazardous 'forever chemicals' in drinking water, sparking concerns over public health protections.

Waymo Recalls 1,200 Self-Driving Cars After Crashes

Waymo Software Flaw Spurs Massive Robotaxi Recall

Over 1,200 Automated Vehicles Pulled for Safety Fix

Waymo recalls over 1,200 self-driving taxis across multiple cities due to software glitches leading to repeated collisions with road barriers, underlining ongoing safety challenges in autonomous vehicle deployment.

Trump Inks $96B Boeing Deal with Qatar

US and Qatar Seal $1.2 Trillion Economic Pact

Record Boeing Order Tied to Trump Qatar Visit

President Trump signs a historic $96 billion deal with Qatar for Boeing aircraft and defense investments, underscoring expanding US-Gulf cooperation amid his Middle East tour.

1,000 Starbucks Baristas Walk Out Over Dress Code

Starbucks Workers Strike to Protest New Policies

Starbucks Staff Protest Dress Code Changes Nationwide

More than 1,000 Starbucks workers strike across the US protesting newly imposed dress code changes, reflecting growing labor unrest in major service industries.

NJ Couple Charged with Torturing Foster Kids

New Jersey Pair Accused of Seven Years of Child Abuse

Foster Children Suffered Years of Abuse in NJ Home

A New Jersey couple faces charges for torturing foster children, including confinement in a dog crate, revealing alarming cases of prolonged abuse within the foster care system.

Ex-Guard Soldier Charged with ISIS-Inspired Base Attack Plot

FBI Foils Terror Attack at Michigan Military Base

Man Arrested Over ISIS Mass Shooting Plan at Army Site

A former Michigan National Guardsman is arrested for plotting an ISIS-inspired attack on a U.S. Army base, highlighting ongoing domestic terror threats.

Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship Case

SCOTUS Set to Rule on Trump Birthright Citizenship Order

Court Hears Challenge to Birthright Citizenship Policy

The U.S. Supreme Court hears critical arguments on President Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship, a case with major implications for immigration policy.

Russian Missile Attack Kills Three in Ukraine

Russian missile strikes in Ukraine's Sumy region kill civilians, underscoring ongoing fierce hostilities amid stalled peace talks.

Dem Leaders Reject GOP-Backed Trump Impeachment Vote

Dems Balk at Impeachment Move Against Trump

House Dems Label Impeachment Push Distracting

Democrats express opposition and skepticism toward the impeachment effort against President Trump, emphasizing party unity and strategic focus ahead of elections.

Trump Backs Qatar Jet Despite Backlash

Trump Defends Luxury Jet Gift from Qatar

Senate Dems Demand Probe into Qatar Jet Deal

President Trump defends accepting a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar amid widening bipartisan scrutiny over ethics and potential influence concerns.

FDA Plans Ban on Kids’ Fluoride Supplements

Fluoride Supplements for Children Face FDA Crackdown

The Food and Drug Administration is moving to remove children's fluoride supplements from the market due to health concerns, impacting dental care products nationwide.

RFK Jr. Says Don’t Take Medical Advice From Me

Kennedy Admits He May Not Be Trusted for Vaccine Guidance

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly states that people should not take medical advice from him, amidst controversies surrounding his views on vaccination and health policy.

FBI Nabs Former Guardsman in ISIS Attack Plot

Army Base Mass Shooting Plot Foiled by FBI

Michigan Soldier Charged with ISIS-Inspired Attack

The FBI arrests a 19-year-old former Michigan Army National Guardsman suspected of planning an ISIS-inspired mass shooting attack on a U.S. military base, foiling a serious terror plot.

Newsom Proposes Health Care Freeze for Illegal Immigrants

California Faces $12B Deficit; Scales Back Immigrant Care

Newsom U-Turns on Free Health Care for Illegals

California Governor Gavin Newsom announces a $12 billion budget deficit and proposes pausing expansion of state-funded health care for low-income undocumented immigrants to alleviate fiscal pressures.

Judge Frees Detained Georgetown Scholar

Federal Court Orders Release of Immigration Scholar

Scholar Held by ICE Ordered Freed by Judge

Multiple judges order the release of Georgetown University scholar Badar Khan Suri detained by immigration authorities amid legal challenges related to allegations of pro-Hamas advocacy.

Lawmakers May Face Punishment After Breaching ICE Facility

House Speaker Threatens Sanctions for ICE Protesters

Democrats Storm ICE Center, GOP Calls for Consequences

At least three Democratic lawmakers face possible disciplinary actions after breaching a Newark ICE detention facility during a protest, prompting Republican calls for censure and expulsion.

Putin Snubs Ukraine Peace Talks in Turkey

Putin and Trump Both Bypass Turkey Summit on Ukraine

Putin Stays Home as Peace Talks Loom in Istanbul

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend upcoming peace talks in Turkey about the war in Ukraine, with President Trump also reportedly staying away, casting doubt on the summit's prospects.

Supreme Court Poised to End Nationwide Injunctions

The Supreme Court gears up to potentially end the era of nationwide judicial injunctions after hearing arguments related to President Trump's executive orders and policies.

Largest One-Year Decline in Overdose Deaths Recorded

CDC Reports Historic Dip in Drug Overdose Fatalities

Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. fell by a historic 27% in 2024, marking the largest annual decline ever recorded, signaling potential progress in the opioid crisis.

NJ Transit Strike Looms, 350K Commuters at Risk

New Jersey transit workers threaten strike that could impact 350,000 commuters amid ongoing disputes, highlighting growing transportation challenges in the region.

Democrats Deeply Pessimistic About Party Future

Most Democrats Doubt Party’s Path Forward

Democrats show pessimism about their future prospects following the 2024 elections, highlighting internal challenges facing the party ahead of forthcoming contests.

Menendez Brothers Sentences Slashed, Parole Possible

Judge Grants Menendez Brothers Chance at Freedom

Menendez Trial Moves Towards Parole Eligibility

Judge in California reduces the sentences of the Menendez brothers, making them eligible for parole and opening debate over their potential release after decades behind bars.

Lawmakers Caught Napping During All-Night Tax Bill Hearing

Congressional Exhaustion Revealed in Overnight Sessions

Multiple members of Congress were caught on camera sleeping during marathon committee hearings on President Trump's tax bill, sparking criticism over lawmakers' focus and endurance.

RFK Jr. Defends Deep Cuts at HHS in Heated Hearings

Kennedy Faces Sharp Congressional Critique on HHS Cuts

HHS Secretary Testifies Amid Controversial Reforms

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testifies before Congress, defending his budget cuts and facing sharp criticism from lawmakers concerned over agency changes.

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