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Judge Blocks Trump Ban on Harvard Foreign Students

A federal judge issued a restraining order blocking the Trump administration’s move to end Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, marking a major setback in the administration’s legal campaign against the Ivy League institution.

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24 Hours Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU imports + Federal judge blocks Trump’s Harvard student ban + Russia launches heavy attack on Kyiv with missiles and drones + Boeing reaches $1.1B deal to avoid prosecution over 737 crashes + US to ease Syria sanctions after Trump pledge + Multiple injured in Hamburg train station stabbing attack + Trump signs executive orders to boost nuclear power + US Steel and Nippon Steel form 'partnership' endorsed by Trump + Trump threatens 25% tariff on Apple iPhones + Largest Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange underway + Billy Joel cancels all concerts after brain disorder diagnosis + ICE arrests migrants after court hearings in crackdown + Judge blocks Trump's law firm punishment orders + Democrats launch ad campaigns targeting Medicare cuts + Supreme Court temporarily blocks Biden-era challenges + Kyiv under heavy Russian drone and missile assault + Paul Weiss top lawyers leave after Trump deal + Federal judge blocks Trump’s moves on Harvard + Senate GOP plans changes to House budget bill + Trump Admin orders overhaul of National Security Council

Number 50% - Tariff rate threatened by Trump on EU imports starting June 1

Quote "This is extortion": Former Harvard president blasts Trump’s act of 'madness' — Lawrence Summers

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TOPICS

Trump Threatens 50% Tariff on European Union Imports

Trump Expands Tariff Threat to Samsung After Apple Target

Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on Apple iPhones Not US-Made

Trump escalates trade war threats targeting the European Union and major tech companies, proposing steep tariffs that risk market instability and complex supply chain challenges.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Ban on Harvard’s Foreign Students

Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Move on Harvard Student Visas

Judge Strikes Down Trump Order Targeting Jenner & Block

Federal courts block several of Trump administration’s executive orders targeting Harvard University and major law firms, causing setbacks to the administration's aggressive legal tactics.

Putin Launches Massive Blitz on Kyiv with 250 Drones & 14 Missiles

Kyiv Under Large-Scale Russian Drone and Missile Attack

Russia, Ukraine Swap Nearly 800 Prisoners in Massive Exchange Deal

Russian forces launch heavy missile and drone attacks on Kyiv amidst the largest prisoner exchange since the start of the war, escalating the conflict intensity in Ukraine’s capital.

Boeing Reaches $1.1B Deal to Avoid Prosecution Over 737 Max Crashes

Justice Department Reaches Deal to Allow Boeing to Avoid Prosecution

DOJ Confirms Deal With Boeing to Drop Prosecution Over 737 Max Crashes

Boeing reaches a $1.1 billion settlement with the US Justice Department to avoid prosecution related to two deadly 737 Max crashes, a controversial resolution contested by victims' families.

US Issues Orders Easing Syria Sanctions After Trump Pledge

Trump Administration Announces Sanctions Relief for Syria

US Takes First Steps That Ease Sanctions on Syria

US administration takes initial steps to ease long-standing sanctions on Syria as part of Trump’s announced policy shift to stabilize the region and encourage reconstruction efforts.

Moment Woman Arrested After Hamburg Train Station Stabbing Rampage

Twelve Injured in Hamburg Train Station Knife Attack; Suspect in Custody

12 Injured in Stabbing at Hamburg Train Station; Woman Arrested

At least a dozen injured in a mass stabbing at Hamburg Central Station, with a female suspect arrested, amid ongoing investigations into motive and victims’ conditions.

Trump Signs Executive Orders to Boost Nuclear Power

Trump Signs Energy Executive Orders to Unleash Nuclear Renaissance

Trump Orders Faster Build-Out of Nuclear Power Plants

President Trump signs multiple executive orders aimed at boosting nuclear energy production, easing regulations, and fast tracking reactor approvals to foster an American nuclear renaissance.

Trump Endorses U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel Partnership

Trump Approves US Steel-Nippon Steel Partnership

Trump Announces US Steel, Nippon Partnership to Create Jobs

U.S. Steel and Japanese Nippon Steel form a 'planned partnership' approved by President Trump that aims to preserve American jobs and keep U.S. Steel headquarters in Pennsylvania.

ICE Arrests Migrants After Court Hearings in New Enforcement Strategy

ICE Arrests Migrants at Courthouses, Opens Door to Fast-Track Deportations

Breaking Down ICE’s Surprise Court Arrests and Fast-Track Deportations

Federal immigration enforcement intensifies with ICE arresting migrants immediately after immigration court hearings and moving to fast-track deportations amid ongoing crackdowns.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Executive Order Targeting Jenner & Block

Judge Permanently Halts Trump’s Law Firm Punishment Order

Top Paul Weiss Lawyers Quit Firm after Trump Deal Fallout

Judge blocks President Trump’s executive orders targeting major law firms such as Jenner & Block and Paul Weiss, citing them as unconstitutional retaliation and violation of First Amendment rights.

Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on Apple If No US-Made iPhones

Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on European Union Goods

Trump expands tariff threat to Samsung after singling out Apple

President Trump threatens and escalates tariff policies aiming to revive American manufacturing, including a threatened 25% tariff on Apple iPhones and a 50% tariff on European Union goods, shaking global markets.

Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over Foreign Student Ban

Trump Administration Tries to Ban Harvard Foreign Students; Judge Blocks

Harvard Files Suit After DHS Ends Ability to Host Foreign Students

Major political and legal battles unfold with Harvard University suing the Trump administration over revocation of its ability to enroll foreign students as courts block the administration’s attempts temporarily.

Four Top Paul Weiss Lawyers Exit After Trump Deal

Karen Dunn, Others Leave Paul Weiss Post Settlement with Trump

Top Paul Weiss Litigators Leave to Start Their Own Firm

Multiple top lawyers depart Paul Weiss law firm following the firm’s settlement with the Trump administration, highlighting internal dissent over politically sensitive legal battles.

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Behind Latest Case Surge

Health Officials Warn of Symptoms Linked to New COVID Subvariant

The U.S. experiences a new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, linked to recent surges, raising health concerns amid ongoing pandemic management efforts.

DOJ Reaches Deal Allowing Boeing to Avoid Prosecution on 737 Crashes

DOJ Lets Boeing Escape Felony Charges Over Deadly Crashes

Families Slam DOJ Deal on Boeing Crash Case as Injustice

The Justice Department agrees to a deal letting Boeing avoid prosecution over deadly 737 Max crashes, while victims’ families express outrage over the lack of accountability.

Knife Attack in Hamburg Injures Dozens, Suspect Arrested

German Woman Arrested After Mass Stabbing at Hamburg Station

Several people injured during stabbing attacks in Hamburg, Germany; authorities arrest female suspect amid fears over motive and public safety.

Gasoline Prices Hit Lowest Memorial Day Weekend Average Since 2021

US Memorial Day Gas Prices Drop to Four-Year Low

U.S. gasoline prices hit their lowest Memorial Day weekend average since 2021, offering relief to millions of travelers amid holiday rush and economic concerns.

Trump Slashes National Security Council Staff in Major Overhaul

White House Slashes Staff at National Security Council

Trump's National Security Council Dramatically Cut, Sources Say

The executive orders from President Trump focus on restructuring the National Security Council, resulting in staff reductions and increased authority for other departments amid criticism.

Ukraine Russia Begin Largest Prisoner Swap of War

Ukraine and Russia Begin Largest Prisoner-of-War Exchange

A major prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine signals a significant moment in the ongoing conflict, exchanging hundreds of soldiers and civilians in the largest swap since invasion began.

Billy Joel Cancels All Upcoming Concerts After Brain Disorder Diagnosis

Billy Joel Cancels Shows Due to Health Condition

Billy Joel Releases Statement on Brain Condition and Tour Cancellation

Singer Billy Joel cancels all upcoming concerts following diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain condition affecting hearing, vision, and balance.

ICE’s New Strategy: Arresting Migrants After Court Appearances

ICE Arrests Migrants at Courthouses, Accelerates Deportations

ICE implements a new strategy of arresting illegal immigrants immediately after mandatory immigration court hearings, accelerating deportations and sparking criticism from advocates.

Supreme Court Temporarily Halts Discovery in DOGE Lawsuit

Chief Justice Roberts Gives Trump’s DOGE a Legal Reprieve

Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Shield DOGE Documents

Supreme Court grants temporary relief to Trump administration in lawsuits involving the Department of Government Efficiency, pausing discovery and protecting internal documents.

Judge Blocks Trump Order Punishing Law Firm Jenner & Block

Judge Warns of Constitutional Violations in Trump Law Firm Targeting

Federal courts repeatedly strike down Trump administration’s executive actions targeting major law firms and university policies, reinforcing legal checks on presidential power.

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