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Jordan Refers Ex‑CIA Chief Brennan to DOJ for Criminal Probe

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan formally referred former CIA director John Brennan to the Justice Department alleging false testimony tied to Russiagate and the Steele dossier, escalating a major partisan fight over intelligence oversight and possible prosecution.

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88 million euros - Estimated value of the Louvre jewels stolen in the daylight heist.

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"Hamas will be 'obliterated' if it fails to disarm" — Vice President J.D. Vance

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Jordan refers ex‑CIA chief John Brennan to DOJ for criminal probe

House Republicans escalated a political and legal fight by formally referring former CIA director John Brennan to the Justice Department. Multiple committee letters and public statements allege false testimony tied to Russiagate and the Steele dossier.

Federal workers shoulder fallout as shutdown drags into third week

The federal government shutdown deepened economic and social strains as it passed three weeks. Lawmakers staged meetings but no deal emerged, leaving millions of workers and services in limbo.

Watch: crews tear down East Wing as Trump begins ballroom build

Construction crews began demolishing part of the White House East Wing to make way for a privately funded ballroom, sparking furious criticism and official attempts to limit photos and comment. The project has become a central political flashpoint.

Report: Trump seeks 230 million dollars from DOJ over past probes

Reports say President Trump is seeking roughly $230 million from the Justice Department as compensation for investigations and prosecutions he calls politically motivated. The demand has provoked bipartisan alarm about using public funds for personal claims.

Brazen daylight heist: thieves swipe crown jewels from the Louvre

A brazen daylight robbery at the Louvre targeted historic crown jewels, triggering a massive manhunt. French prosecutors placed the loss at tens of millions of euros and summoned museum officials to explain security lapses.

Vance warns Hamas will be 'obliterated' if it fails to disarm

Vice President J D Vance toured Israel to shore up a US brokered ceasefire with Hamas amid renewed violence. US envoys sought to stabilize the truce while leaders traded warnings over military options if terms collapse.

White House says Trump Putin summit in Budapest is on hold

Plans for a high profile Trump Putin summit were sidelined after diplomatic consultations. US officials said there are no immediate plans for a meeting as Moscow reiterated rigid preconditions, stalling a proposed diplomatic push.

Trump ramps up military strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean

The administration's campaign of strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean and expanded military activity near Venezuela has prompted congressional scrutiny and international concern. UN experts and Democrats pressed for answers.

Pardoned Jan 6 rioter arrested over alleged threat to kill Rep Hakeem Jeffries

A string of arrests and charges involving pardoned Jan 6 defendants has renewed scrutiny over mass clemency decisions. Several pardoned individuals face new charges for threats and alleged plots against elected officials.

Breaking: US marshal and illegal alien shot during Los Angeles ICE operation

An ICE operation in Los Angeles left a U S marshal and a suspect wounded and sparked multiple reports as authorities investigate. Coverage focused on safety during enforcement actions and coordination among agencies.

OpenAI unveils Atlas browser built to work closely with ChatGPT

OpenAI unveiled Atlas, a browser tightly integrated with ChatGPT, marking a direct challenge to Google in core internet tools. The launch intensified competition in AI powered web experiences and pushed market reaction.

Amazon says AWS services restored after wide outage disrupted apps

A major Amazon Web Services outage knocked popular apps and services offline and raised fresh debate over cloud concentration. Amazon restored services but the disruption highlighted infrastructure risk to businesses and government.

Warner Bros Discovery confirms it has received buyout offers

Warner Bros. Discovery signaled it is open to buyers after receiving unsolicited interest, putting CNN and HBO Max at the center of takeover speculation. The move reverberated through media markets and prompted strategy questions.

Japan elects Sanae Takaichi as its first female prime minister

Japan's parliament elected ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as the country's first female prime minister, a historic but ideologically charged choice. Markets reacted and political analysts assessed implications for policy and alliances.

US and Belize sign safe third country agreement to curb asylum flows

The Trump administration advanced immigration pacts and enforcement moves while states flagged registration issues. Deals with Belize and mass arrests in enforcement sweeps sit alongside reports of potential noncitizens on voter rolls.

Trump nominee Paul Ingrassia loses GOP backing after racist texts surface

Two Trump nominees faced collapsing support after leaked racist text messages. Senate leaders and Jewish groups pressured the White House as the controversy threatened confirmation fights.

Gold miners plunge as bullion posts sharpest drop in years

Markets reacted violently to swings in gold and equities while automakers adjusted forecasts amid tariff shifts. Investors monitored commodities, miner selloffs, and corporate outlook updates for signs of broader market direction.

Trump administration pledges to speed student loan forgiveness for millions

The administration agreed to resume or accelerate student loan forgiveness for millions of borrowers while the political debate over debt relief continued. The move affects a large population and has budgetary implications.

Russia reiterates its Ukraine terms in private communique with US

European and NATO diplomacy worked parallel tracks as Moscow's positions complicated a Ukraine peace push. Leaders and analysts outlined proposals while private communiques showed deep disagreements over territory and terms.

Internal reports say FDA delayed warnings on Tylenol risks in pregnancy

New internal documents and reporting probed FDA handling of Tylenol pregnancy safety and raised questions about maternal health guidance. Industry and regulators clashed publicly over proposed label changes.

Appeals court clears way for federalizing Oregon National Guard but block remains

Courts and appeals judges weighed presidential power to mobilize National Guard units while Oregon resisted federal deployments. Legal rulings edged toward allowing federalization even as temporary orders and appeals continued.

Court filings cite Trump rants in blistering motion to dismiss Comey case

High profile legal fights continued with new motions and defenses in cases involving former officials. Recent filings cited presidential rhetoric and judicial precedent as defense strategies in ongoing prosecutions.

Virginia Giuffre's memoir renews pressure to release Epstein files

Renewed attention focused on Jeffrey Epstein records and a posthumous memoir by an accuser that revived old questions. Congressional moves promised votes and advocates pushed for fuller public disclosure of files.

Democrats say 'No Kings' protests embolden their shutdown stance

The nationwide 'No Kings' protests and counterreactions kept political tensions high, producing viral confrontations, heated rhetoric, and fresh attacks across media outlets. Both sides used demonstrations to score political points.