Trump Admin To Pay $5M To Ashli Babbitt Family
The Trump administration agrees to a $5 million settlement with Ashli Babbitt’s family over her fatal shooting during the January 6 Capitol riot, settling a high-profile wrongful death lawsuit after years of legal battles.
24 Hours Trump administration to pay $5M to Ashli Babbitt family + Trump, Putin agree to immediate Ukraine ceasefire talks + DOJ charges Dem Rep LaMonica McIver over ICE melee + Supreme Court greenlights end of deportation protections for Venezuelans + Senate advances landmark stablecoin crypto bill + Australian central bank cuts interest rates to 3.85% + Massive tornadoes kill dozens in central US + Fertility clinic bombing suspect identified, anti-life manifesto found + Navy's ex-4-star admiral convicted in bribery case + Trump signs Take It Down Act criminalizing revenge porn and deepfakes + New Jersey Transit engineers end strike after deal + Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge, 2 dead + Trump calls for probe into Kamala Harris celebrity endorsements + Biden reveals aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis + CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon resigns amid Trump lawsuit turmoil + Trump faces internal GOP resistance over budget bill + Six New Orleans jail escapees remain at large after breakout + Denzel Washington snaps at photographer in Cannes confrontation + Google launches NotebookLM mobile app + China cuts benchmark lending rates amid trade tensions
Number $5 million - Settlement payout to Ashli Babbitt's family by Trump administration
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Trump admin to pay $5M in Ashli Babbitt settlement
Trump admin agrees $5M payout for Ashli Babbitt shooting
Trump administration to pay $5M to family of Ashli Babbitt
The Trump administration reaches a $5 million settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot during the January 6 Capitol riot. The case draws public attention amid criticism and controversy.

Senate advances landmark stablecoin crypto bill
Senate advances major crypto regulation bill with Democrats divided
Senate advances stablecoin bill clearing way for final passage
Senate advances significant cryptocurrency legislation, overcoming initial Democratic opposition to regulate stablecoins and provide a framework for the crypto industry amid Trump-related controversies.

Trump, Putin agree to immediate Ukraine ceasefire talks
Trump calls Putin, Zelenskyy and European leaders pushing end to Ukraine war
Trump says Russia-Ukraine talks will start immediately after call with Putin
President Donald Trump holds extended calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin, announcing immediate start of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, signaling a possible shift in ongoing conflict negotiations.

Supreme Court greenlights end of deportation protections for Venezuelans
Supreme Court allows Trump to remove protected status for 350K Venezuelans
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on Venezuelan deportation
The Supreme Court delivers several key rulings allowing the Trump administration to revoke temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans, enabling deportations and impacting immigration policy.

DOJ charges Dem Rep LaMonica McIver over ICE melee
Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after ICE center clash
Federal Charges Filed Against Dem Rep LaMonica McIver
Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver faces federal assault charges over a confrontation with ICE agents at a New Jersey detention center, fueling political and legal controversy while Newark Mayor’s related charges are dismissed.

Trump signs Take It Down Act criminalizing revenge porn, deepfakes
President Trump signs revenge porn and deepfake ban
Trump signs bipartisan bill tackling revenge porn
President Trump signs the bipartisan Take It Down Act into law, targeting revenge porn and AI-generated deepfake content to protect victims’ online privacy, with First Lady Melania Trump supporting the landmark legislation.

Massive tornadoes kill dozens in central US
Burning storm system menaces central US after deadly outbreak
More storms hit central US still recovering from tornadoes
Central US faces ongoing severe weather and tornado outbreaks causing widespread destruction and dozens of deaths, with criticism directed at FEMA and government response amid staffing and resource challenges.

Six New Orleans jail escapees remain at large
Four New Orleans jail escapees recaptured in manhunt
Seven inmates still on the run after New Orleans jail break
The New Orleans jail saw a dramatic breakout by 10 inmates, with manhunts ongoing for seven fugitives including a convicted murderer, raising questions over jail safety and lockdown systems ahead of multiple recaptures.

Navy's ex-4-star admiral convicted in bribery scheme
Retired Navy Admiral Found Guilty in Historic Corruption Case
Four-star Navy admiral convicted of bribery, faces prison
Massachusetts ex-four star Navy admiral convicted of bribery after accepting lucrative job in exchange for naval contract, marking the most senior federal crime conviction in US military history.

CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon abruptly resigns
CBS News President to depart amid Trump lawsuit storm
CBS News CEO suddenly quits amid Trump legal showdown
CBS News faces turmoil as CEO Wendy McMahon resigns amid mounting tensions within the network, legal battles with the Trump administration, and employee unrest, signaling a major shakeup in leadership during politically charged times.

Australia’s central bank cuts interest rate to 3.85%
RBA eases rates to two-year low amid inflation drop
Reserve Bank slashes rates for major mortgage relief
Australian central bank cuts interest rate twice in 2025 to 3.85%, signaling easing monetary policy amidst receding inflation concerns and economic challenges in the region.

US loses triple-A credit rating from Moody’s
Debt downgrade triggers US economic warning signals
US credit score cut rattles markets and borrowing costs
The U.S. faces a serious downgrade of its credit rating by Moody’s, triggering increased borrowing costs, market jitters, and political challenges over national debt and budget spending reconciliation bills.

Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer raises scrutiny
Questions mount over Biden’s cancer diagnosis timing
Doctors say Biden may have had cancer for years
Controversy erupts over President Joe Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis with questions raised about timing, coverage, and potential earlier signs being overlooked or hidden by political aides.

Fertility clinic bombing suspect linked to anti-life manifesto
Fertility clinic bombing highlights violent extremism surge
Palm Springs clinic bombing suspect identified with manifesto
Fertility clinic bombing in Palm Springs linked to anti-natalist extremist ideology, sparking nationwide security concerns about violent extremism expanding beyond abortion providers.

Denzel Washington snaps at photographer in Cannes red carpet clash
Denzel Washington erupts after photographer grabs him in Cannes
Denzel Washington heated red carpet moment shocks Cannes
Denzel Washington confronts photographer in tense Cannes Film Festival incident, expressing frustration in a rare public clash captured on video and drawing widespread media attention.

Trump officials allow NY offshore wind project to resume
Trump administration reverses halt on Empire Wind project
Trump officials let giant New York wind farm construction continue
The Trump administration lifts the stop-work order on the Empire Wind offshore New York project, reversing previous intervention and allowing construction to resume amid political and energy policy debates.

New Jersey Transit engineers end strike with tentative deal
NJ rail workers reach agreement to end state’s first strike in decades
NJ transit strike ends as engineers accept deal
The New Jersey Transit train engineers reach a tentative agreement ending their strike, restoring service after a major commuter disruption affecting hundreds of thousands in the New York City area.

Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge with fatalities
Brooklyn Bridge suffers no major damage after Mexican ship crash
Near collision at NY’s LaGuardia under FAA, NTSB review
Investigations probe near-misses and safety incidents at major New York airports, including a Mexican naval ship crashing into the Brooklyn Bridge and close calls between commercial jets at LaGuardia Airport.

Trump calls for probe into Kamala Harris celebrity endorsements
Trump demands investigation into celebrity endorsements for Kamala
Trump seeks probes into celebrity campaign contributions
President Donald Trump aggressively targets celebrity critics including Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah, and others, calling for major investigations into alleged corrupt celebrity endorsements tied to Kamala Harris' campaign.
Australian banks cut home loan rates after RBA rate cut
Australian banks and central bank cut home loan rates as inflation falls and economy shows signs of easing, giving cost-of-living relief to homeowners amid a challenging financial environment.

FBI leaders Patel, Bongino affirm Epstein suicide
Patel and Bongino say Epstein did kill himself
FBI director Patel debunks Epstein conspiracy claims
FBI and Trump administration officials dismiss conspiracy theories around Jeffrey Epstein's death, asserting he did kill himself despite persistent doubts and controversy within Trump-supporting circles.

Senate advances bill to restrict foreign Air Force One planes
Bill moves forward to bar foreign aircraft as Air Force One
Senate confirms Charles Kushner as ambassador to France
Senate advances major government and tech legislation covering sanctions, immigration, health, and financial sectors amid bipartisan debates and Republican efforts to pass Trump's legislative agenda.

Biden’s cancer diagnosis sparks media and political debate
Biden cancer cover-up claims fuel political fire
New book alleges Biden aides hid decline
Growing controversies envelop President Joe Biden's public health disclosures and administration as questions over cognitive decline and cancer diagnosis coincide with political fallout and media scrutiny.

Diddy’s ex-friend testifies on abuse and threat claims
Diddy trial reveals threats after abuse sightings
Diddy’s hotel room revealed with drugs and lubricant evidence
Rumors and tangible threats circulate involving high-profile figures including Sean 'Diddy' Combs amid his sex trafficking trial, with testimonies revealing violence accusations and industry secrets.

Mortgage rates rise above 7% on credit downgrade
House GOP battles over Trump’s big budget bill
GOP budget called big and bloated amidst backlash
The U.S. housing market and federal budgets face challenges from rate hikes, tariffs, and political disputes, with lawmakers grappling over large spending packages and economic forecasts signaling uncertainty.
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