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Trump unveils $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense... game changer

President Trump rolled out plans for a $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, promising American-made, multilayered protection and appointing Space Force General Guetlein to lead the ambitious project.

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24 Hours SCOTUS restores Maine lawmaker's voting rights after transgender sports dispute + Trump unveils $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan + DOJ opens investigation into Andrew Cuomo over nursing home testimony + US judge says deportations to South Sudan likely violated court order + House GOP struggles to pass Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' + Republicans move to repeal Biden-era bank merger rule + FDA limits COVID booster shots to seniors and high-risk groups + New intelligence suggests Israel may strike Iran nuclear sites + New Orleans jail maintenance worker arrested after inmate escape + Senate unanimously passes bill to eliminate tax on tips + Marco Rubio warns Syria faces civil war despite sanction relief + Biden last screened for prostate cancer in 2014, says spokesman + Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders review of Afghanistan withdrawal + Dems blast Trump DOJ for charging Rep. LaMonica McIver with assault + George Wendt, Norm on Cheers, dies at 76 + Newark airport cuts flights amid repeated air traffic control outages + Elon Musk plans to cut political spending, remain Tesla CEO + UK suspends free trade talks with Israel over Gaza offensive + Venezuela frees US Air Force veteran detained for months + New FDA policy could delay COVID vaccine rollout for healthy adults

Number 175 billion - Estimated cost of Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system.

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SCOTUS restores Maine lawmaker’s voting rights after transgender sports dispute

Supreme Court sides with Maine Rep censured over trans athlete post

Supreme Court orders Maine legislature to lift censure on lawmaker

The Supreme Court made significant rulings impacting Republican lawmakers censured over transgender issues, restoring their rights to vote and participate in legislative activities, marking major judicial interventions in politically charged controversies.

Trump unveils $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan

Trump pushes $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan

Trump announces latest project: Golden Dome missile defense

President Donald Trump announced the ambitious $175 billion 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, aimed at protecting the U.S. from missile attacks. The project involves Space Force leadership and initial funding, sparking both political support and criticism.

DOJ opens investigation into Andrew Cuomo over nursing home testimony

DOJ probing Cuomo over nursing home death testimony: report

'Lawfare plain and simple': Trump's DOJ launches new probe into Cuomo

The Department of Justice has initiated investigations into Andrew Cuomo, focusing on alleged false testimony regarding nursing home deaths and other matters, reflecting ongoing legal scrutiny of the former New York governor amidst his political ambitions.

US judge says deportations to South Sudan likely violated court order

Judge indicates deportations to South Sudan violate court order

Trump admin accused of deporting migrants to war-torn South Sudan

US immigration policy faces legal challenges over deportations to South Sudan, with federal judges and attorneys accusing the Trump administration of violating court orders by deporting asylum seekers to a conflict-ridden country absent proper review.

House GOP struggles to pass Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

Trump urges House GOP not to mess with Medicaid amid bill push

Speaker Johnson vows House vote on Trump's megabill this week

House Republicans face internal divisions over President Trump's sweeping tax and immigration bill, dubbed the 'big, beautiful bill,' with holdouts threatening delays despite Trump's efforts to rally support for the legislation critical to his domestic agenda.

FDA limits COVID booster shots to seniors, high-risk groups

FDA will limit COVID-19 vaccines for healthy adults under 65

FDA to cut COVID booster access for healthy adults, kids

The FDA announces new policies limiting COVID-19 booster availability to seniors and high-risk groups, ending routine approvals for younger healthy Americans, which is expected to impact vaccine rollout and accessibility amid ongoing public health debate.

New intel warns Israel preparing strike on Iran nuclear sites

US intel suggests Israel plans strike on Iran nukes

US intel warns Israel preparing strike on Iran’s nuclear sites

New intelligence reports suggest Israel is preparing potential military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities amid escalating tensions and growing fears of a broader conflict involving the US and Middle East, as diplomatic efforts face critical challenges.

New Orleans jail maintenance worker arrested after inmate escape

New Orleans jail employee arrested in jailbreak probe

Maintenance worker arrested in New Orleans jailbreak case

New Orleans authorities arrested a jail maintenance worker accused of aiding the escape of 10 inmates, highlighting security failures in the prison system and ongoing law enforcement challenges.

Senate unanimously passes bill to eliminate tax on tips

Senate unanimously codifies Trump's 'No Tax on Tips' policy

Senate passes Trump’s ‘No Tax on Tips’ proposal unanimously

The Senate unanimously passed a bill to eliminate federal taxes on tips, fulfilling a key campaign promise of President Donald Trump and marking a bipartisan legislative victory.

Rubio warns Syria could be weeks from civil war

Marco Rubio warns Syria faces impending civil war

Rubio says Syria could be weeks away from collapse

Senator Marco Rubio warned that Syria remains on the brink of a 'full-scale civil war' despite recent U.S. sanctions relief, underscoring concerns over the country's political stability and regional security.

Biden last screened for prostate cancer in 2014, says spokesman

Biden’s last PSA test was in 2014 before diagnosis

Biden's last prostate cancer screening was in 2014

Former President Joe Biden last underwent prostate cancer screening in 2014, sparking questions about the timeline and detection of his recent diagnosis of advanced stage cancer.

Hegseth orders Pentagon review of Afghanistan withdrawal

Pete Hegseth launches special review of Afghanistan exit

Defense Secretary orders investigation into Afghanistan withdrawal

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered a comprehensive review into the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, focusing on assessing the operation's failures and ensuring accountability.

Newark airport cuts flights after repeated air traffic outages

FAA cuts 25% of flights at Newark amid control issues

FAA imposes flight limits at Newark airport to ease delays

Repeated air traffic control failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have led to significant flight reductions and heightened safety concerns, spotlighting systemic issues with control infrastructure.

Elon Musk plans to cut political spending, remain Tesla CEO

Musk signals plans to dial back political spending

Musk says he will do 'a lot less' political spending

Elon Musk signals plans to reduce his political spending significantly while reaffirming his commitment to remain CEO of Tesla amid mixed public perception and shifting political landscape.

Dem lawmaker faces assault charges after ICE incident

Dem Rep. LaMonica McIver charged in ICE facility skirmish

Trump backs charges against Rep. McIver after ICE clash

Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver faces federal assault charges following a confrontation with ICE agents, sparking political backlash and debates over the motivations behind the prosecution.

Lawyers claim Trump admin deported immigrants to South Sudan illegally

Immigration attorneys allege deportations to South Sudan defy court

Trump admin faces court moves to block South Sudan deportations

Trump administration officials debate ongoing deportations to South Sudan despite court orders, sparking legal battles and controversy over immigration policy and human rights concerns.

Senate advances major crypto regulation bill

Crypto bill progresses despite skepticism over risks

Senators back crypto rules with bipartisan vote

The Senate passed a major cryptocurrency regulation bill with bipartisan support, amid growing concerns about risks and rewards in the digital asset market.

DOJ probes Chicago hiring after mayor’s race remarks

Federal investigation launched into Chicago hiring bias

Chicago mayor under scrutiny for alleged hiring discrimination

Chicago is under federal investigation for alleged discriminatory hiring practices following Mayor Brandon Johnson's comments about prioritizing race in employment.

FDA to set higher bar for COVID booster trials

FDA policy change could limit COVID vaccine access

New FDA rules may delay COVID vaccine rollout for healthy

New FDA policies set higher requirements for COVID-19 vaccine approvals and may slow rollout for healthy populations, indicating a major shift in public health strategy amidst the ongoing pandemic.

Israel's renewed Gaza offensive faces unclear goals

Allies pressure Israel to end Gaza war amid mounting criticism

Netanyahu faces dilemma over Gaza offensive amid ally pressure

New intelligence and diplomatic efforts highlight ongoing uncertainty and tensions in the Middle East, with Israel expanding operations in Gaza amid pressure from allies to end the conflict and a lack of clarity on military objectives.

George Wendt, Norm on Cheers, dead at 76

Cheers star George Wendt dies at 76

George Wendt's death prompts tributes from Cheers stars

The death of beloved actor George Wendt, known for his iconic role as Norm Peterson on the sitcom Cheers, marks a notable loss in entertainment, with tributes pouring in from co-stars and fans.

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