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Supreme Court Limits Nationwide Injunctions Against Trump Policies

SCOTUS Upholds Texas Porn Age-Verification Law

Parents Can Opt Kids Out of LGBTQ School Lessons, SCOTUS Rules

The U.S. Supreme Court issued several consequential rulings limiting judicial powers over nationwide injunctions, upholding Texas' age-verification law for porn sites, and affirming parental rights to opt out children from LGBTQ-themed school lessons. These decisions represent significant shifts in legal boundaries over executive authority, child protection laws, and education.

Trump Calls SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Win a Giant Victory

Supreme Court Limits Judges’ Power on Nationwide Injunctions

SCOTUS Ruling Clears Path for Trump Immigration Moves

President Trump celebrates major Supreme Court victory regarding his birthright citizenship directives and related injunctions, leveraging the ruling to advance his immigration agenda. The Court's decisions curb federal judges' abilities to issue nationwide injunctions that had blocked his policies.

Trump Terminates Trade Talks With Canada Over Tech Tax

Trump Ends Trade Talks With Canada, New Tariffs Incoming

US and Canadian trade relations hit a new snag as President Trump terminates trade talks with Canada over a tax imposed on US technology companies. This tension adds uncertainty to cross-border economic relations and trade negotiations.

DR Congo and Rwanda Sign U.S.-Brokered Peace Deal

Rwanda, Congo to Sign Peace Deal to End Decades of Conflict

Trump Announces Another Peace Deal in Eastern Africa

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a longtime-anticipated peace deal in Washington. The U.S.-brokered agreement aims to end decades of conflict and hostilities supported by rebel groups, marking a significant diplomatic achievement.

Trump Admin Ends Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

Trump Immigration Crackdown Ends TPS for Over 500K Haitians

The Trump administration moves to end Temporary Protected Status for over 520,000 Haitian migrants currently residing in the U.S., escalating immigration enforcement and stirring debate over immigration policy and humanitarian concerns.

Defense Department Renames USNS Harvey Milk Ship

Pentagon Renames Ship Honoring Gay Activist to WWII Hero

Hegseth Reveals New Name for Former USNS Harvey Milk

The Pentagon renames the USNS Harvey Milk, a naval vessel initially named after the gay rights activist, to honor World War II hero Oscar V. Peterson, signaling a push against political symbolism in military ship naming.

44 Young U.S. Soldiers Defend Base Amid Iran Missile Barrage

The U.S. military praises the courage of 44 young American soldiers who courageously defended a base in Qatar during the largest Patriot missile assault in U.S. history, highlighting frontline resilience amid rising Middle East tensions.

Four Charged in Largest U.S. COVID-19 Tax Fraud Scheme

Federal officials announce charges against four individuals involved in the largest COVID-19 tax credit fraud in the United States, exposing intricate schemes exploiting pandemic relief funds.

Court Rules Obamacare Preventive Care Coverage Must Continue

ACA’s Preventive Services Task Force Survives Supreme Court Challenge

The Supreme Court preserves a key provision of the Affordable Care Act mandating preventive health care coverage at no cost, affirming the government's authority in health policy against conservative challenges.

Toronto Raptors Fire President Masai Ujiri After 12 Years

Toronto Raptors dismiss president Masai Ujiri after 12 years, signaling a major change in the basketball franchise’s leadership following their 2019 championship.

Masked ICE Agents Detain 3-Year-Old and Mom at Texas Court

Federal immigration agents detain a 3-year-old boy and his mother at a Texas courthouse in a controversial immigration enforcement action raising questions about agency policies regarding children.

Slain Minnesota Lawmaker’s Dog Stays With Family During Lying in State

Minnesota Lawmaker Melissa Hortman to Lie in State at Capitol

Former Minnesota House Speaker Lies in State After Fatal Shooting

The beloved dog of slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman remains with the family as she and her spouse lie in state, highlighting a poignant moment of public mourning.

Only Seven House Democrats Vote to Condemn L.A. Riots

Nearly 200 House Democrats Reject Resolution Condemning Riots

Only seven House Democrats vote to condemn violent riots in Los Angeles, revealing political divisions over responses to unrest and law enforcement actions.

Nike Shares Soar Despite $1 Billion Tariff Hit Warning

Nike Stock Surges On Production Shift Away From China

Nike’s stock soars after CEO signals a turnaround despite warning of $1 billion tariff impact from ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, demonstrating investor optimism amid challenges.

Six Americans Held in South Korea for Sending Rice, Bibles to North Korea

Americans Detained After Trying to Send Aid to North Korea by Sea

Six Americans detained in South Korea for attempting to send rice, Bibles, and cash via bottles to North Korea, underscoring ongoing tensions and illicit aid efforts related to the reclusive regime.

University of Virginia President Resigns Amid Trump Pressure

Trump Administration Moves to Oust UVA President Over Diversity Clash

UVA President Steps Down After White House Distrust

University of Virginia president James Ryan resigns amid pressure from the Trump administration over disagreement on diversity policies, reflecting tensions between federal government and academia.

Trump Calls NYC Democratic Mayoral Contender a Communist

Republicans Slam Socialist Mamdani With Islamophobic Attacks

NYC Mayoral Race Spotlight on Socialist Mamdani’s Controversies

Broad suspicions and escalating political rhetoric surround New York City mayoral race as socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani faces attacks from Republicans branding him a communist and questioning his policies.

Trump Will ‘Absolutely’ Bomb Iran Again If Uranium Enrichment Resumes

Trump Threatens More Strikes on Iran Over Nuclear Program

President Trump Warns Iran’s Ayatollah of Ugly Death

President Trump reveals readiness to bomb Iran again if uranium enrichment continues, escalating tensions and signaling hardline foreign policy stance towards Iranian nuclear ambitions.

Supreme Court Postpones Louisiana Redistricting Case

SCOTUS Orders New Arguments on Louisiana Congressional Map

Supreme Court Defers Decision on Louisiana Racial Gerrymander

Federal district judge orders further arguments in Louisiana racial redistricting case, postponing a definitive ruling on the politically charged electoral map dispute until next term, potentially impacting future elections.

Supreme Court Upholds Internet Subsidy Program for Rural Areas

High Court Backs FCC’s Telecommunication Access Fee

Supreme Court upholds program providing subsidized internet to rural Americans, ensuring continued federal support for bridging the digital divide in underserved areas.

ICE Detains U.S. Citizen During Los Angeles Immigration Raid

Federal immigration authorities detain a U.S. citizen during an ICE raid in Los Angeles, raising questions and criticism around immigration enforcement practices and due process.

Democrats Tap Rep. Garcia to Lead Oversight, Accuse Trump of Crimes

House Democrats appoint Rep. Robert Garcia as Oversight Committee head, intensifying scrutiny on the Trump administration with allegations of weekly criminal conduct, marking a new phase in congressional investigations.

Trump Admin Moves to Fine Illegal Immigrants Without Warning

Trump Speeds Up Penalties for Unauthorized Migrants

The Trump administration accelerates enforcement by imposing massive fines on illegal immigrants without prior warnings, signaling a tough new approach to immigration law compliance.

Tesla Launches Next Phase of Robotaxi Invitations

Tesla Loses Key Execs as Robotaxi Service Expands

Tesla experiences executive turnover amid slowing sales in key markets, but moves forward with next phases of its Robotaxi service rollout, highlighting the company's ambitious push into autonomous vehicle operations despite leadership challenges.

Environmental Groups Sue to Block Florida Migrant Facility

Activists Fight 'Alligator Alcatraz' Migrant Detention Center

Florida Migrant Center Draws Lawsuit Over Environmental Impact

An environmental lawsuit targets Florida's new migrant detention center, dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' reflecting community resistance and ecological concerns over the controversial facility in the Everglades.

Consumer Spending Drops First Time This Year as Inflation Rises

Core Inflation Hits 2.7 Percent in May, Surpassing Forecast

US consumer spending declines for first time this year as inflation remains stubbornly high, with key inflation gauge rising above expectations, highlighting ongoing economic pressures on American households.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Launches Reelection Amid Mamdani Challenge

Zohran Mamdani Runs An Authentic, Polarizing Campaign For NYC Mayor

The New York City mayoral race heats up as frontrunners Mamdani and Adams campaign fiercely, with broad political and societal implications driven by socialist vs. moderate divides.