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Trump Pardons Reality Stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

President Trump granted full pardons to reality TV couple Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted of tax evasion and bank fraud, sparking widespread political backlash and highlighting his controversial clemency choices.

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24 Hours Trump Pardons Reality Stars Amid Fraud Scandal + Sen. Tuberville Runs for Alabama Governor, Senate Seat Opens + SpaceX Starship Loses Control in 9th Launch Attempt + Trump Admin Moves to Cut $100M in Harvard Contracts + Multiple Shot in Connecticut Mall, Shooter at Large + CDC Drops Covid Vaccine for Healthy Kids, Pregnant Women + China Chemical Plant Explosion Kills Five, Injures Dozens + FBI Reopens Probe Into Biden White House Cocaine Incident + Judge Blocks Trump's Order Targeting WilmerHale Law Firm + Trump Warns Putin: Playing With Fire + Thousands Overrun US-Backed Aid Site in Gaza Amid Chaos + Trump Offers Canada Statehood to Dodge $61B Missile Shield Fee + Trump Administration Freezes Student Visa Interviews, Plans Social Media Vetting + Trump Pledges to Retain Role in Fannie, Freddie Spinoff + Secret Service Officers Suspended After Brawl Outside Obama's Home + Trump Seeks Supreme Court Help to Halt Deportations to South Sudan + Mass Shooting Wounds 5 at Connecticut Mall, Gunman Escapes + Trump Calls Putin Crazy After Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine + Trump Vows to Pardon Same-Sex Reality TV Couple Todd and Julie Chrisley + Senate GOP Demands Tighter Russia Sanctions Amid Ukraine War

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Trump Moves to Cut $100M in Harvard Contracts Amid Antisemitism Fight

Trump Pardons Reality TV Stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

Trump Admin Poised To Cancel Harvard’s Remaining $100 Million in Federal Contracts

Donald Trump intensifies legal and political battles targeting Harvard University, ranging from attempts to cancel federal contracts to accusations of antisemitism. Concurrently, he pardons controversial figures such as the reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley and a former Virginia sheriff convicted of bribery, fueling public and political reactions.

SpaceX Starship loses control in 9th mission... another setback

SpaceX launches another Starship rocket after prior failures

SpaceX Starship fails to maintain control on 9th launch

SpaceX's Starship rocket faces repeated setbacks, losing control mid-flight on its ninth test launch. Elon Musk expresses disappointment with recent political developments impacting his projects, while the company prepares for subsequent launches despite past explosions.

Putin warned: Playing with fire by Trump after massive Ukraine strikes

Trump calls Putin crazy after intensified drone attacks on Ukraine

Senate GOP ramps up demands for tougher Russia sanctions

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates with Russia launching its largest drone and missile attacks to date, prompting stern warnings from President Donald Trump labeling Vladimir Putin as 'crazy' and 'playing with fire.' Senate Republicans urge tougher sanctions amid the intensifying war.

Judge blocks Trump order targeting WilmerHale law firm

Federal judge shakes down Trump’s latest executive order

Judge issues restraining order blocking Trump from killing NYC congestion toll

Legal and judicial setbacks for Trump continue with federal judges blocking his executive orders targeting law firms notably WilmerHale, and restraining his attempts to revoke NYC congestion pricing. These setbacks emphasize ongoing challenges facing the Trump administration’s legal strategies.

Multiple people shot at Connecticut mall; shooter at large

Five injured in Waterbury, CT mall shooting; suspect escapes

Shooting at Connecticut mall leaves several wounded, gunman escapes

Public safety concerns rise following shooting incidents in Connecticut malls, leaving multiple injured and the gunman on the run. Authorities intensify manhunts and community alerts due to continued threats, with law enforcement urging vigilance.

CDC drops COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women

HHS no longer recommends COVID shots for healthy children and pregnant women

RFK Jr. cuts COVID shot guidance for kids, pregnant women

Health authorities under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership update COVID-19 vaccination recommendations, removing the vaccine for healthy children and pregnant women from official schedules. This move triggers debate and reflects shifting public health policies.

Trump asks Supreme Court to ease deportations to third countries

Trump administration halts scheduling of student visa interviews

ICE arrests high school student at routine immigration hearing

Immigration enforcement sees controversial carryouts including arresting students at routine hearings and efforts to expedite deportations to third countries. Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention to relax limits on deportations, highlighting immigration tensions.

Trump offers Canada statehood to dodge $61B defense bill

Canada mulls joining US as 51st state under Trump proposal

King Charles opens Canadian parliament and subtly rebukes Trump

International tensions rise as Canada contemplates Trump's offer to become the 51st US state to avoid a $61 billion missile shield fee. King Charles delivers a veiled rebuke of Trump’s annexation threat during his speech opening the Canadian Parliament.

NPR sues Trump over federal funding cuts

Justice Dept sues North Carolina over faulty voter rolls

NPR sues Trump admin, alleges First Amendment violations

Legal challenges and lawsuits emerge against the Trump administration over cuts to public media funding, voter roll maintenance, and immigration policies. NPR sues the administration over funding cuts claiming constitutional violations, while other lawsuits target immigration enforcement strategies.

Sen. Tuberville launches run for Alabama governor, Senate seat opens

Tuberville officially enters Alabama governor race, won’t seek Senate reelection

Tuberville skips Senate, aims for governor’s office

Political drama heats up as Senator Tommy Tuberville announces run for Alabama governor, leaving his Senate seat open. His campaign marks a significant shift from federal to state politics, stirring speculation about his replacement in the Senate.

5 killed, dozens hurt in China chemical plant blast

Chaos erupts as thousands overrun US-backed Gaza aid site

Trump pardons reality TV stars amid fraud charges

Major international and domestic crises develop including a deadly explosion at a chemical plant in China, mass chaos at Gaza aid distribution sites, and ongoing legal battles involving pardons and immigration enforcement in the US.

Consumer confidence rebounds after months of decline

Nvidia’s earnings face market test amid trade war

Trade crime surges amid Trump tariff hikes

Economic indicators show mixed signals as US consumer confidence rebounds after months of decline amid tariff uncertainties. Market watchers await Nvidia earnings closely while Trump’s tariff policies are linked with an increase in trade fraud.

Trump intensifies Putin criticism amid Ukraine conflict

Russian officials dismiss Trump’s Putin ‘crazy’ slur

Senate GOP warns Putin of ‘new sheriff in town’

Political tensions escalate as Trump repeatedly criticizes Putin and Russia, warning he is 'playing with fire.' Russian officials dismiss Trump's comments, while Senate Republicans threaten stricter sanctions. The White House envoy insists achieving peace in Ukraine is challenging.

Trump freezes new student visa interviews amidst policy overhaul

Trump administration halts student visa interviews, eyes social vetting

Trump admin orders cuts to Harvard University contracts

Trump administration tightens immigration and education policies, halting new student visa interviews with plans to expand social media screening. Meanwhile, debates and lawsuits arise over federal funding cuts to educational and media institutions, sparking widespread controversy.

FBI reopens probe into Biden White House cocaine incident

House demands Biden aides testify on mental decline cover-up

NPR challenges Trump cuts in court amid free speech claims

Federal investigations and lawsuits increase involving the Biden administration, including probe into cocaine found at the White House, mental decline controversies, and political disputes over media fueling widespread bipartisan criticisms and accusations.

Secret Service officers suspended after brawl outside Obama’s residence

Two agents caught fighting outside Obama’s DC mansion suspended

Secret Service suspends female agents over altercation

Controversy and conflict arise within the Secret Service as two officers are suspended after brawling outside former President Obama’s home, raising questions about agency discipline and professionalism amidst broader tensions.

Chaos as thousands overrun US-backed Gaza aid site

Thousands storm controversial Gaza aid distribution center

Israeli troops fire near aid site as Palestinians surge in Gaza

International humanitarian crises escalate as Gaza faces starvation amidst Israeli military blockade, triggering aid distribution chaos. Thousands of Palestinians overwhelm aid sites despite efforts by U.S.-backed groups, raising concerns over the politicization and management of relief efforts.

Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in deportations to third countries

Judge strikes down Trump’s law firm retaliation order

Judge refuses to reinstate Trump order punishing law firm

Multiple legal battles unfold involving Trump administration's attempts to influence courts and policy, including efforts to expedite deportations, revoke federal contracts, and challenges from judges striking down orders as unconstitutional.

Florida man fatally shot after alligator attack and standoff

Bus crash in Tennessee kills 2, injures dozens

Memorial Day boat explosion in Florida sends 11 to hospital

Tragic and violent incidents make headlines including a Florida man bitten by an alligator then fatally shot by deputies, a deadly bus crash in Tennessee, and an 11-person hospitalizing boat explosion in Florida highlighting ongoing public safety issues.

California changes girls track rules after Trump threat

Trump warns California with funding cuts over transgender sports

State alters sports rules amid transgender athlete controversy

Political and social debates intensify over transgender athlete participation in female sports. In California, sports federation changes rules after Trump threatens funding cuts. The issue sparks nationwide controversy and federal government interventions.

Democrats lose grip on key voter bloc, analysts say

Democrats struggle to win back young men, need course correction

Politico proposes Democratic 'shadow cabinet' to combat Trump

Political pundits and strategists analyze the weakening grip of Democrats over certain voter blocs, especially young men, and their internal challenges as the GOP gains ground. Media and political figures debate the prospects and messaging of both parties ahead of upcoming elections.

Trump plans pardons for Whitmer kidnapping plotters

Judge doubles down rejecting Trump’s deportation tactics

Trump pardons political allies and controversial figures

Trump administration faces legal and political challenges over immigration enforcement, pardons, and executive orders. Pardons for controversial figures and attempts to alter deportation processes spark backlash and judicial pushback, reflecting national debates on immigration and law enforcement.

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