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Trump Signs Broad New Travel Ban—12 Countries Locked Out

Trump’s Travel Ban Targets 12 Nations—Restrictions Begin Monday

Travel Ban Shock: Trump Blocks Entry from 12 High-Risk Countries

President Trump has signed a broad travel ban targeting 12 countries citing national security, while also restricting others. The move revives his first term’s controversial immigration policy amidst widespread reaction.

Judge Halts Deportation of Boulder Firebombing Suspect’s Family

Federal Court Blocks Trump Deportation of Terror Suspect’s Wife, Kids

Boulder Attack Suspect’s Family Deportation Stopped by Judge

Amid controversy, a federal judge blocks the Trump administration from deporting the family of Mohamed Soliman, accused in a firebombing attack in Boulder, Colorado, granting a temporary halt to deportations.

Bodies of 2 Israeli-American Hostages Recovered from Gaza

Israeli Military Recovers Bodies of Two Hostages Held in Gaza Strip

Israel Returns Bodies of 2 Hostages Killed by Hamas

Israel recovers the bodies of two Israeli-American hostages from Gaza in a joint military operation, a significant development in the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region.

Trump Directs Probe Into Biden’s Mental Fitness and Autopen Use

Trump Orders Investigation Into Biden’s Presidential Actions

House Oversight Expands Inquiry Into Biden’s Cognitive Decline

President Trump orders an investigation into former President Joe Biden's actions and alleged cognitive decline, focusing on possible misuse of autopen signatures during his administration.

Elon Musk Escalates War on Trump’s Big Spending Bill

Musk Calls On Senate to Kill Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Tech Titan Musk Torches Trump Bill in Fierce Public Spat

Elon Musk launches fierce attacks against President Trump's ‘big, beautiful bill,’ criticizing it for tax and policy provisions, escalating tensions within the Republican party and Trump's administration.

Europe Awaits ECB Rate Cut After U.S. Bond Surge

ECB Poised for Rate Cut Amid Market Rally

The European Central Bank Nears Interest Rate Decision

Europe anticipates a rate cut by the European Central Bank following strong U.S.-driven bond rallies, reflecting ongoing global economic adjustments and monetary policy developments.

Rare Earth Export Curbs by China Halt Auto Production Lines

China’s Export Restrictions Strike at Auto Industry

Suzuki Halts Production Citing China Rare Earth Limits

China’s rare earth export curbs disrupt key auto production lines in the U.S. and Europe, sounding alarms among automakers about the impact on supply chains and manufacturing capabilities.

Trump Administration Threatens Columbia’s Accreditation

DOE Targets Columbia University Over Antisemitism Claims

Education Dept Pressures Columbia on Accreditation Status

The Trump administration threatens to revoke Columbia University's accreditation following findings of civil rights violations amid disputes over antisemitism and protests on campus.

Father Accused of Killing 3 Daughters Exhibited Strange Conduct

Suspected Father of Dead Girls on the Run, Police Say

Manhunt Underway for Dad Accused of Murdering 3 Daughters

A father is accused of killing his three daughters in Washington State; authorities report bizarre behavior before the deaths and a manhunt for the suspect continues.

Senate Republicans Aim to Tweak SALT Cap in Trump Bill

Top Senate Gop Eyes Changes to SALT Deduction in Spending Act

Republican senators plan to amend the state and local tax (SALT) deduction in Trump’s massive tax and spending bill, indicating possible challenges ahead in the Senate deliberations process.

Pete Hegseth Demands NATO Boost Defence Spending to 5 Percent

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth urges NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP and lessen reliance on America amid ongoing international security challenges.

US Vetoes UN Resolution Calling for Gaza Ceasefire

US Blocks UNSC Ceasefire Demand Over Hamas Omission

U.S. Rejects UN Gaza Ceasefire Resolution Citing Hamas Gap

The United States vetoes a United Nations Security Council resolution demanding an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, citing concerns about the omission of condemnation of Hamas.

Kim Jong Un Vows Unwavering Backing for Russia’s War

North Korea Supports Russia's Ukraine Offensive Unconditionally

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledges unconditional support for Russia’s war against Ukraine, signaling closer military alignment and deepening geopolitical tensions in the region.

Judge Blocks Texas Law Allowing In-State Tuition for Illegals

DOJ Sues Texas to Halt Tuition Break for Undocumented Students

A federal judge rules against a Texas law providing illegal immigrants with in-state tuition, siding with the Department of Justice and blocking enforcement amid ongoing immigration policy battles.

House Oversight Expands Scrutiny of Biden’s Mental Fitness

Republicans Demand Testimonies on Biden’s Cognitive Decline

Comer Broadens Probe into Biden Autopen Use and Health Issues

House Oversight Committee ramps up investigations into Biden’s mental health and administrative actions, seeking interviews with former senior aides amid growing Republican scrutiny.

Trump Hosts German Chancellor Merz in Oval Office for Talks

Merkel’s Successor Meets Trump Amid U.S.-Europe Tensions

President Trump hosts German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House for their first meeting, focusing on key topics including trade, defense, and the ongoing war in Europe.

U.S. Army Hits 2025 Recruiting Target Four Months Early

The U.S. Army celebrates reaching its 2025 recruiting goals ahead of schedule, indicating increased military enlistment and renewed patriotism among American youth after years of decline.

Trump Suspends Visas for New Foreign Students at Harvard

Trump Blocks Entry for Overseas Students Planning Harvard Study

Trump Restricts Foreign Student Visas Amid Harvard Feud

President Trump restricts and suspends visas for foreign students aiming to study at Harvard University, intensifying his administration’s confrontation with the Ivy League.

US Pushes NATO to End Reliance, Boost Defense Budgets to 5%

NATO leaders are urged to stop relying on the US for their defense and to meet new target defense spending, amidst calls for strengthening deterrence against global threats.

EU Blasts China Over Rare Earth Export Controls

The European Union expresses concern over China's persistent rare earth export restrictions, which are disrupting industries reliant on critical materials for production.

Columbia Protester Linked to Hamas Charged With Hate Crimes

DOJ Reveals Hammas Ties To Columbia Anti-Israel Protester

A rash of anti-Israel protests on Columbia University’s campus leads to federal scrutiny tying protesters to Hamas, escalating tensions and legal action against the university.

Bernie Sanders Slams GOP Health Bill as ‘Beyond Cruel’

Reports surface of Bernie Sanders criticizing Trump’s proposed health and tax bill as cruel, highlighting deep political divides over healthcare and social policy.

Germany’s Merz To Face Trump for First Oval Office Meeting

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz prepares for his first face-to-face meeting with President Trump focusing on trade tensions and ongoing war in Europe amid shifting diplomatic dynamics.

Senate GOP Wary of ‘Revenge Tax’ in Trump’s Megabill

Senate Republicans face opposition concerning a retaliatory tax provision in Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill,' raising questions about the bill's legislative future and political support.

Federal Judge Blocks Texas Tuition Law for Undocumented Students

A federal judge blocks enforcement of Texas’s law that grants in-state tuition to undocumented students, siding with the DOJ and intensifying immigration-related legal battles in education.

Education Department Moves To Pull Columbia University Funds

Investigation into federal funding cuts and alleged violations at Columbia University escalates as the Education Department challenges the institution over compliance with federal civil rights laws.

Auto Industry Sounds Alarm as China’s Rare Earth Curbs Bite

Automakers warn of crippling impacts from China's rare earth export restrictions; production lines in the U.S. and Europe are already shuttered, signaling a growing supply chain crisis.