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Trump Tours Texas Flood Devastation — Pledges Rebuild

Trump Defends Flood Response Amid Growing Scrutiny

Trump Vows Historic Moves To Prevent Texas Flood Tragedy

President Trump tours Texas to assess catastrophic flood damage that killed over 120 people, pledges strong federal support and vows historic action to prevent future disasters amid mounting criticism over response delays.

ICE Raids SoCal Cannabis Farms — 200 Arrested, Child Workers Found

Protesters Clash with Federal Agents at California Farm Raid

FBI Offers $50K Reward for Shooter in ICE Raid Clash

Federal and local authorities conduct large immigration raids on California cannabis farms, resulting in over 200 arrests and discovery of illegal child labor. Protests and violent clashes with federal agents erupted during the operations.

Air India Crash Probe Finds Fuel Switched Off Pre-Impact

Fuel Cut to Air India Jet Seconds Before Crash, Report Shows

Investigation Uncovers Fuel Switch Manipulation in Air India Crash

Preliminary reports on Air India Flight 171 crash reveal that fuel control switches were deliberately moved to cutoff moments before the fatal accident, raising questions about pilot actions and deepening the mystery behind the disaster.

Dan Bongino Mulls FBI Exit Over Epstein File Fallout

Bongino, Bondi Clash Sets FBI Leadership on Edge

FBI’s Bongino Considers Resignation If Bondi Remains AG

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino considers resigning amid internal clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files causing turmoil within the Justice Department and MAGA base.

Google Snaps Up AI Talent in $2.4B Windsurf Deal

OpenAI’s $3B Windsurf Deal Collapses, Google Steps In

Google Hires Windsurf CEO & Cofounders Amid AI War

Google secures $2.4 billion deal and hires top AI leaders from Windsurf startup following OpenAI’s failed acquisition talks, intensifying the competitive AI talent race and technological advancements in AI coding.

Judge Blocks Indiscriminate ICE Raids in Southern California

Federal Court Halts ICE’s Racially Based Immigration Arrests

Court Orders Stop to Widespread Immigration Arrests in CA

Federal judge blocks the Trump administration from conducting indiscriminate immigration stops and arrests in multiple California counties, including Los Angeles, leading to temporary halts in ICE raids and legal challenges over racial profiling.

US Citizen Killed by Israeli Settlers in West Bank

Gaza Ceasefire Talks on Brink of Collapse Amid Stalemate

Mother Mourns Sons Killed in Israeli Airstrike Waiting for Aid

Israeli settler violence results in the death of an American citizen in the West Bank, while Palestinian officials warn Gaza ceasefire talks near collapse amid stalled negotiations in Qatar during Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's US visit.

Colombia Arrests Latin America’s ‘Ndrangheta Mafia Boss

Colombian authorities capture a key leader of the Italian ‘Ndrangheta mafia in Latin America involved in drug trafficking operations, marking a significant blow in efforts against organized crime in the region.

Taiwan Rolls Out US HIMARS Rockets in Military Drills

Taiwan bolsters defense capabilities by deploying advanced US HIMARS rocket systems in annual military drills, signaling ongoing tensions and preparedness amid regional security challenges.

Tariffs Fuel Unexpected $27B U.S. Treasury Surplus in June

U.S. Customs Duties Surpass $100B in Fiscal Year for First Time

Trump’s Tariff Policies Boost Government Revenues to Record Levels

The U.S. Treasury reports a surprising $27 billion surplus in June fueled by a surge in tariff revenues amid escalating trade policies under President Trump, highlighting significant market impacts and geopolitical tensions.

Appeals Court Tosses 9/11 Mastermind Plea Deal

Court Rules Death Penalty Possible for 9/11 Plotters

Federal Panel Cancels Plea Deal Shielding 9/11 Terrorist From Death

A federal court panel voids plea agreements for accused 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed that would have spared him the death penalty, reviving the possibility of capital punishment in this landmark terrorism case.

Trump Threatens 35% Tariff on Canadian Imports

Trump Escalates Trade War With New Tariff Threats

Canada Retaliatory Tariff Delay as Trump Ramps Up Pressure

President Trump threatens increased tariffs including a 35% tax on Canadian goods, escalating trade tensions with key allies and causing market jitters as global trade dynamics evolve.

State Department Layoffs Begin Amid Major Shake-Up

Over 1,300 State Dept Staff Laid Off In Trump Reorganization

State Dept Cuts 1300+ Employees as Trump Reshapes Diplomatic Corps

The White House Department of State begins layoffs of over 1,300 employees amid a sweeping reorganization directed by Secretary Marco Rubio, drawing criticism and concern over potential impacts on U.S. foreign policy.

Texas Man Charged After Threatening to Shoot Trump

Arrest Made for Threat Against Trump Visit in Texas Flood Area

Man Arrested Over Trump Death Threat Before Texas Flood Survey

Texas man charged for threatening to kill President Trump ahead of his visit to flood-ravaged zone, marking rising security concerns in the year following an assassination attempt at a Trump rally.

State Dept Layoff Protests Gain Senate Support

Senate Democrats join protests against Trump administration's layoffs impacting State Department employees, citing concerns over staff cuts and diplomatic readiness.

Judge Bans LAPD From Shooting Rubber Bullets at Journalists

Federal Court Orders Protections for Protesting Reporters in LA

Federal judge orders Los Angeles Police Department to cease using rubber bullets and other crowd-control projectiles against journalists covering protests, emphasizing press protection rights.

ICE Rescues Illegal Child Workers at California Cannabis Farms

Democrats Outraged as ICE Raid Reveals Child Exploitation

Child Labor Investigation Opened After California Cannabis Raids

Multiple U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids uncover exploitation of illegal child labor at California cannabis farms, triggering political backlash and investigations into labor practices.

Colombia Captures Latin America's Top Italian Mafia Boss

Colombia arrests a key mafia figure linked to the Italian 'Ndrangheta crime syndicate operating in Latin America, marking an international law enforcement success against drug trafficking and organized crime networks.

Pneumonic Plague Claims Life in Northern Arizona

Northern Arizona faces a rare health alert as a resident dies from pneumonic plague, prompting caution from health officials about this uncommon but deadly disease.

Judge Expands Protections for Journalists Covering Protests

U.S. federal court extends protections for journalists amid protests against ICE raids, emphasizing the importance of press safety during demonstrations.

Podcaster Andrew Schulz Turns Against Trump After Support

Andrew Schulz, once a Trump supporter, now publicly criticizes the administration for unfulfilled promises and policy failures, signaling growing disillusionment among some conservative commentators.

Netanyahu Leaves Washington Without Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s US visit ends without breakthrough in Gaza ceasefire amid intense fighting and international calls for peace in the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Senate Panel Proposes $32B Boost in Defense Spending

Senate Armed Services Committee proposes a defense bill increasing national security spending by $32 billion, including funding boosts for Ukraine aid, border security, and military pay raises.

King Charles Shakes Up 106-Year-Old Royal Dress Code

Queen Elizabeth’s successor, King Charles, breaks a 106-year-old royal dress code by allowing more colorful attire in Buckingham Palace events, signaling modernization within British royal traditions.

Epstein Files Fallout Sparks DOJ and FBI Turmoil

DOJ and FBI Clash Intensifies Over Epstein Case Handling

Bongino and Bondi at Odds in DOJ Fallout Over Epstein Memo

Trump administration faces escalating internal conflicts and public criticism over Jeffrey Epstein investigation, with top officials reportedly at odds over case handling and coverage of files, fueling political fallout.

Russia Ramps Up Drone Attacks in Ukraine—Civilians Suffer

Ukraine Endures Record Civilian Casualties Amid Escalated Air War

Russia intensifies aerial drone attacks on Ukraine, hitting civilian areas and causing record casualties, as the conflict enters a highly volatile phase with increasing Ukrainian resilience and Western aid.