Trump Claims Iran Nukes Obliterated — CIA Backs It
President Trump asserts US strikes obliterated Iran’s nuclear facilities, a claim supported by CIA Director John Ratcliffe, despite conflicting media reports and political debates over the actual damage inflicted.
24 Hours Trump eyes 3 or 4 picks to replace Fed’s Powell + Iran’s Supreme Leader claims victory after Israel ceasefire + Zohran Mamdani shocks NYC, wins Democratic mayoral primary + FBI probes leak of Iran strike damage assessment + Senate Republicans stall Trump’s tax and spending bill + Ford recalls 1.3 million vehicles over safety faults + North Korea opens massive new beach resort + CIA says US strikes severely damaged Iran’s nuclear sites + Trump rails against CNN reporter over Iran coverage + US sanctions Mexican banks over cartel links + Trump calls for Netanyahu corruption trial cancellation + Kenya protests turn deadly amid police firing + Mississippi executes longest-serving death row inmate + Defense Secretary Hegseth to hold Iran strike press briefing + Amazon’s Bezos wedding draws protests in Venice + Meta wins AI copyright lawsuit in US federal court + NATO members agree to hike defense spending to 5% GDP by 2035 + Palestinians killed in Israeli settler attacks in West Bank + Trump limits classified info shared with Congress on Iran strikes + Senate debates Medicaid cuts threatening Trump’s bill
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Quote “We will root out bigotry” — Zohran Mamdani on hate crime funding increase

Trump boasts Iran nuke sites obliterated — CIA backs claim
Iran’s Khamenei declares ‘victory’ over Israel and US
FBI probe launched into leaked Iran strike intel report
Major developments and disputes surround U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, including claims of severe damage by U.S. intelligence, Iran’s counterclaims, media leaks, and political fallout.

Democratic socialist Mamdani wins NYC mayoral primary
Democratic establishment in meltdown over Mamdani win
Zohran Mamdani’s upset rattles Democrats and GOP alike
Zohran Mamdani wins New York City Democratic mayoral primary, stirring panic among Democrats and energizing progressives while provoking GOP attacks.

Trump judicial nominee faces scrutiny for defying courts
Trump administration sues Maryland federal judges over deportation order
Trump DOJ launches lawsuit against Maryland federal court
Internal scandals and legal battles involve Trump administration nominees and officials, including judicial nominees facing scrutiny and legal clashes over immigration enforcement.

NATO members agree to boost defense to 5% of GDP by 2035
Trump hailed as global peacemaker at NATO summit
NATO chief clarifies ‘daddy’ remark about Trump
NATO summit sees increased defense commitments. President Trump faces mixed reactions but secures agreement for higher allied defense spending.

Trump blasts CNN reporter, demands termination
Trump fights back on leaked Iran strike intel
Emil Bove denies telling DOJ to defy court rulings
US political tensions rise with Trump’s aggressive rhetoric toward media, Iran strike narratives, and attempts to influence judiciary and immigration policies.

US sanctions Mexican banks linked to drug cartels
Trump admin clamps down on Mexican banks fueling fentanyl trade
Treasury sanctions Mexican banks with cartel ties
International and US sanctions target Mexican financial institutions tied to drug cartels, as the Trump administration intensifies efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking.

Three shot in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood
Officer injured in Santa Monica shooting; suspect at large
Police open homicide probe after man found dead in bathtub
Gun violence and criminal incidents reported in US cities, including shootings in Chicago and police responses during public protests.

Ford recalls 1.3 million vehicles over safety issues
Cargo ship carrying EVs sinks off Alaskan coast
Metrolink train collides with semi truck killing driver
Vehicle-related accidents and recalls affect US regions, including major recalls by Ford and cargo ship incidents impacting environment on Alaskan coast.

ICE raids in Los Angeles spark protests, legal outrage
Democrat Rep. pleads not guilty over ICE obstruction charges
Trump’s immigration surge raises legal and political alarms
Controversies and legal developments arise over immigration enforcement policies and ICE raids, producing protests and legal challenges nationwide.

Supreme Court weighs transgender rights cases
Supreme Court to rule on birthright citizenship policy
Justice Department sues Orange County registrar over voter data
Supreme Court and federal courts see critical cases on transgender rights, birthright citizenship, and immigration records stirring political and legal battles.

Stock markets climb despite Middle East volatility
Consumer sentiment at decade low as spending persists
JPMorgan reveals surprising new market forecasting method
Economic and market updates indicate mixed investor confidence amid global tensions; reports show consumer sentiment dips but markets rally near record highs.

RFK Jr appoints anti-vax ally to vaccine safety office
Trump budget threatens Medicaid and public health funding
FBI probes children’s hospitals for illegal ‘sex change’ practices
Healthcare debates erupt over vaccine policies, Medicaid funding, and investigations into hospitals' compliance with federal laws on transgender athletes and child services.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announces third term bid
Senate GOP divided over Trump’s massive tax bill
Republicans balk at Medicaid cuts in tax and spending plan
Political developments unfold in the lead-up to elections and legislative initiatives, including Illinois' gubernatorial race and debates over tax cuts and social welfare reforms.

North Korea to send military construction workers to Russia
North Korea opens ‘world-class’ beach resort amid tourism push
US warns of North Korean weapons program acceleration post Iran strikes
Geopolitical tensions continue as North Korea expands military support for Russia and opens new tourist resorts amid global strategic shifts.

Trump demands Netanyahu’s trial be canceled
Trump calls for pardon of Israeli PM Netanyahu
Trump meets Zelenskyy pushing increased NATO spending
Legal and political controversies surround Trump’s influence on media, immigration, judiciary, and his interactions with international leaders including Netanyahu and Zelensky.

UK issues amber heat warnings ahead of 34C heatwave
Floods in China kill 6, displace thousands in Guizhou
Environmental disaster feared as vehicle cargo ship sinks
Environmental and climate concerns rise with warnings about heatwaves, floods in China, and the ecological impact of a burning and sunken cargo ship.

Closing arguments set in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
Former Venezuelan spymaster pleads guilty in US drug case
Colombian woman, British man on trial for drug smuggling in Bali
High-profile trials and criminal cases proceed, including Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial and international drug trafficking prosecutions.

Meta wins major AI copyright lawsuit in landmark case
Anthropic releases report on AI’s emotional support role
Google pushes AI limits amid scrutiny over training data
Technology and AI industries face legal and operational challenges with major companies like Meta winning copyright lawsuits and AI’s growing influence on markets and society.

Trump rants against CNN reporter after Iran strike report
CNN admits remarkable market turnaround under Trump
Trump attacks media over Iran bombing coverage
Controversies arise over social media, media credibility, and political rhetoric with Trump attacking journalists and media networks amid ongoing conflicts over Iran and domestic policies.

Immigration enforcement disrupts LA businesses and protests
Social and immigration policies under Trump’s administration lead to protests, legal battles, and controversies over deportations and immigrant rights.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer hospitalized, returns to work
Top Biden aide refuses to testify on president’s cognitive health
House Oversight subpoenas top Biden family aide for probe
US political figures face health issues, legal inquiries, and internal disputes amid a contentious and turbulent legislative environment.

Trump brokers ceasefire between Iran and Israel
EU leaders discuss sanctions, tariffs, Middle East policy
US and Iran to meet next week amid ongoing nuclear talks
International diplomacy sees peace talks and ceasefires in Middle East and negotiations on global economic issues, with mixed results and ongoing tensions.
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