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CIA confirms Iran nuclear program severely damaged

Pentagon, Hegseth defend ‘obliterated’ Iran strikes amid leak probe

FBI probes leak of Iran strike damage intel to CNN

The U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites have been a focal point with conflicting reports on damage extent. The CIA and other officials confirm severe damage, while media leaked intelligence reports suggest otherwise. The Trump administration aggressively defends the strikes' success amidst ongoing investigations into leaks.

Socialist Mamdani stuns NYC Dem mayoral primary

Trump blasts ‘communist lunatic’ Mamdani after upset

Democrats fret as Mamdani’s win spooks party

Zohran Mamdani’s upset win in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary has shaken the political landscape. His progressive policies and surprising victory have reverberated across party lines, drawing sharp debate and criticism, especially from Republicans and some Democrats.

Senate GOP grapples with Medicaid cuts in megabill

Thune fights revolt over sweeping tax and spending bill

Republican senators balk at Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

The Senate GOP faces internal turmoil regarding President Trump's massive healthcare and tax bill. Conservative factions oppose substantial Medicaid cuts, threatening to derail the legislation. The bill’s future is uncertain as leaders scramble to secure support ahead of the July 4 deadline.

Hegseth blasts media over Iran strike coverage

Hegseth to hold Iran strikes press conference amid leak probe

Defense chief fiercely criticizes reports on Iran strike damage

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth aggressively defends President Trump’s Iran strikes, attacking the media for diminishing their success. He prepares a high-profile press conference to counter leaks and criticism, celebrating the pilots involved amid a political firestorm.

White House posts cringe ‘Daddy’s Home’ for Trump

NATO approves landmark 5% defense spending boost

Trump gets NATO allies to pledge higher defense budgets

The White House posts a controversial 'Daddy’s Home' video celebrating President Trump’s NATO summit visit. This coincides with NATO agreeing to raise defense spending, a move hailed as a win for Trump but met with mixed reactions.

Ecuador recaptures fugitive drug lord ‘Fito’

Most wanted Ecuador gang leader caught after prison escape

Ecuador police nab ‘Fito’ in underground bunker

The Ecuadorian government recaptures notorious drug lord Jose Adolfo Macias, known as 'Fito', after nearly 18 months on the run, delivering a major blow to the country's criminal networks and signaling increased pressure on international crime.

American Airlines flight makes emergency landing after engine fire

An American Airlines flight experiences an emergency landing after flames and smoke burst from an engine shortly after takeoff from Las Vegas. The incident raises safety concerns while authorities investigate the cause of the engine failure.

US sanctions Mexican banks linked to cartel money laundering

Trump admin clamps down on Mexican banks aiding fentanyl trade

Treasury targets Mexico firms over cartel cash flows

The Justice Department imposes sanctions on three Mexican financial institutions accused of laundering money for drug cartels. The Trump administration intensifies efforts to cut off funding streams fueling fentanyl trafficking into the U.S.

Senate’s Chuck Schumer hospitalized after gym incident

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was hospitalized following a health episode at a gym, raising concerns over his condition as he continues to lead Senate Democrats amid critical legislative battles.

Trump demands Netanyahu trial canceled or pardoned

Trump calls Netanyahu prosecution a ‘witch hunt’

Trump urges Israel to drop corruption charges on Netanyahu

President Donald Trump calls for the cancellation or pardon of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, stirring diplomatic controversy. Trump emphatically labels the proceedings a 'witch hunt' and vouches for Netanyahu’s innocence.

Dem lawmaker arrested for Target shoplifting in Connecticut

State Representative Raghib Allie-Brennan, a Democrat from Connecticut, is arrested for shoplifting at a Target store, marking a political embarrassment. The incident draws attention amid increasing scrutiny of lawmakers' conduct.

Senate GOP pushes $85B spectrum auction in Trump megabill

Senate Republicans leverage Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to push for an $85 billion wireless spectrum auction, aiming to bolster critical telecommunications infrastructure amidst increasing digital demands.

Judge orders Trump admin to return wrongfully deported immigrant

Federal judge orders return of wrongfully deported immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S. custody. The case highlights legal challenges in immigration enforcement and deportation policies under the Trump administration.

Mississippi executes longest-serving death row inmate

Death row’s longest inmate put to death after 49 years

Richard Jordan executed for 1976 murder after decades on death row

Mississippi executes Richard Gerald Jordan, the longest-serving death row inmate, nearly 50 years after his conviction for murder. The execution draws public attention to death penalty debates and criminal justice in the state.

Stock futures surge with S&P, Nasdaq near record highs

Markets rally amid easing Middle East tensions and Micron gains

Stock market futures rise as Nasdaq and S&P 500 approach record highs, boosted by strong earnings and easing geopolitical tensions. However, concerns linger about tariffs and inflation impacting market stability.

Trump admin clashes with media over leaked Iran strike report

Trump promises ‘irrefutable’ proof to counter Iran leaks

Pentagon to counter ‘fake news’ on Iran strike damages

Reports continue to emerge about leaked intelligence assessments that downplay the damage caused by U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The Trump administration adamantly disputes these reports and plans further press conferences to present counter-evidence.

NATO summit ends with landmark spending agreements

NATO leaders, pressured by President Trump, agree to a historic increase in defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035. This marks a significant shift in alliance commitments, with some members expressing reluctance but ultimately acquiescing to financial demands.

Hegseth lashes media over Iran strike coverage narrative

Pentagon Secretary blasts press in fiery Iran strikes defense

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth takes aim at the media for alleged bias over the coverage of Trump’s Iran strikes. He accuses major outlets of undermining the administration's narrative and defends the military pilots who conducted the operation.

Democrats fret over socialist Mamdani’s NYC win

Mamdani victory sparks Dem worries nationwide

Party leaders distance after Mamdani primary surprise

Democrats express unease and scramble in response to Zohran Mamdani’s success in New York City’s mayoral race, fearing his socialist platform may shift the party’s trajectory and influence national politics significantly.

ICE arrests surge amid Trump’s border crackdown

Trump administration sued over deportation blockades

Wrongful deportation case fuels immigration debate

The Trump administration intensifies its hardline immigration enforcement, with ICE arrests and deportations increasing. Controversies include accusations of wrongful deportations and debates over immigration raid impacts on communities and businesses.

US Treasury sanctions Mexican banks linked to cartels

Trump admin’s crackdown targets cartel-financing banks

Federal agencies sanction Mexican banks for ties to drug cartels amid heightened U.S. efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking. The Treasury Department designates institutions believed to facilitate illegal drug money laundering.

De Blasio downplays fears of Mamdani’s socialist rise

Sliwa slams Cuomo’s mayoral campaign failures

NYC politics boil as mayoral race intensifies

The New York mayoral race has drawn fierce criticism and attention from prominent figures. Former Mayor Bill de Blasio downplays fears related to Mamdani, while GOP nominee Curtis Sliwa slams Andrew Cuomo's failed run. Political tensions escalate as campaigns heat up.

Millions brace for record heat in eastern US

Heat dome continues to bake US Midwest and South

Amber heat alerts issued across England amid soaring temps

Northern regions brace for extreme heat as record-smashing heat waves and severe storms advance. Authorities issue health and safety warnings across multiple U.S. states, urging precautions amid soaring temperatures and risky conditions.

Federal judge blocks Labor Dept shutdown of Job Corps

A federal judge orders the continuation of Job Corps programs, preventing shutdowns planned by the U.S. Department of Labor. The ruling protects thousands of students and workers amid labor department restructuring.