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Bernard Kerik Dead at 69 After Private Illness

NYPD 9/11 Police Chief Bernard Kerik Dies at 69

Bernard Kerik, NYPD 9/11 Commissioner, Passes at 69

Bernard Kerik, former NYPD commissioner during 9/11, has died at age 69 after a private illness. He was remembered by FBI Director Kash Patel and others for his public service and complex legacy including past legal troubles and a pardon.

Trump Tariffs Reinstated by Appeals Court... For Now

Federal Appeals Court Temporarily Reinstates Trump Tariffs

Judge Blocks Trump Tariffs Under Emergency Powers

Legal battles over President Trump’s tariff policies bring uncertainty as appeals courts temporarily reinstate tariffs after lower courts barred them, with the White House labeling rulings as politically motivated and seeking Supreme Court intervention.

Elon Musk Leaves Trump Administration After 128 Days

Top DOGE Officials Leaving After Musk Exit

Musk Departs DOGE Leaving Controversial Legacy Behind

Elon Musk departs Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency after a tumultuous tenure marked by cutbacks and controversy, with officials also leaving alongside him amid discussions of his lasting impact and legacy in government.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Ban on Harvard Foreign Students

Judge Extends Block on Trump Administration's Harvard Ban

Harvard Wins Preliminary Court Fight Against Trump Ban

Trump’s White House faces setbacks as federal judges block attempts to ban foreign students from Harvard, issuing temporary injunctions favoring the university amid ongoing legal disputes over immigration and education policies.

NYPD Detective on Mayor's Security Detail Questioned in Crypto Kidnapping

Police Probe Detectives in Crypto King Chainsaw Torture Case

Detective Linked to Kidnapping Case Under Modified Duty

NYPD detectives linked to cryptocurrency kidnapping and torture case are under investigation, including one assigned to Mayor Eric Adams’ security detail, highlighting police department scrutiny over connections with alleged criminal activities.

Trump Lashes Out at Judges Blocking Tariffs, Demands Supreme Court Aid

White House Rips Judges in Tariff Battle as Trump Rages

President Donald Trump continues to aggressively attack judges and legal institutions, including the Federalist Society and courts blocking his tariffs, blaming them for thwarting his agenda and calling for swift Supreme Court action.

Trump Administration Sets 3,000 Daily ICE Arrest Target

DHS Publishes List of ‘Sanctuary Jurisdictions’ for Enforcement

U.S. to Aggressively Revoke Chinese Student Visas

The Trump administration escalates immigration enforcement, including setting aggressive daily arrest targets at ICE and targeting sanctuary jurisdictions, as well as planning aggressive visa revocations for Chinese students amid national security concerns.

Defense Intelligence Employee Arrested for Espionage Attempt

US Government Worker Charged with Passing Secrets Abroad

IT Specialist Faces Espionage Charges for Leaking Classified Data

A federal employee with top-secret clearance working at the Defense Intelligence Agency was charged with attempting to pass classified information to a foreign government, marking a significant espionage case within the U.S. intelligence community.

Israel Launches Renewed Gaza Ground Offensive Amid Aid Crisis

US Offers Gaza Ceasefire; Hamas Remains Skeptical

Israel Accepts US Ceasefire Deal as Gaza Tensions Mount

The Israel-Hamas conflict continues with new developments as Israel launches renewed ground offensives in Gaza, the U.S. proposes a temporary ceasefire which Hamas is still considering, and international concerns over humanitarian issues escalate.

Trade Court Halts Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs

Federal Appeals Court Pauses Tariff Blocking Rulings

Court Blocks Trump Tariffs Under Emergency Powers

Federal courts in multiple rulings have temporarily halted or blocked significant portions of President Trump's tariff agenda, leading to a legal standoff with the administration seeking to reinstate tariffs and challenge judicial authority.

Trump Commutes Sentence of Gangster Disciples Founder

Trump’s Pardons Benefit Political Allies and Donors

Critics Slam Trump’s Flurry of Pardons as Political

President Trump pushes controversial pardons for political allies and convicted criminals, including figures like Larry Hoover, commutations sparking debate and concern over the breadth and political nature of clemency decisions.

White House Admits Errors in RFK Jr.’s ‘MAHA’ Report

Report Finds Fake Sources Cited in MAHA Health Commission Study

MAHA Report Includes Nonexistent Studies, White House Revising

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' government report contains multiple errors including citations of nonexistent studies, prompting the White House to acknowledge and plan corrections amid public scrutiny.

US-China Trade Talks Stalled, Need Trump and Xi Input

Treasury Secretary: Trump and Xi Must Weigh In on Trade

Bessent Says China Trade Deal ‘A Bit Stalled’

Trade talks between the US and China remain stalled, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stating that direct engagement between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping is needed to move forward on the complex trade dispute.

Feds Investigate Impersonation of White House Chief of Staff

Susie Wiles Phone Hack Sparks Federal Probe

White House Looks Into Fraudulent Messages From Chief of Staff

The White House investigates attempts to impersonate White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, with federal authorities probing possible security breaches impacting senior Trump administration officials.

Faizan Zaki Wins 2025 Scripps Spelling Bee After Runner-Up Year

Spelling Bee Champion Crowned at 100th Annual Contest

National Spelling Bee Finals Wrap Up With New Winner

The Scripps National Spelling Bee concludes its 100th year with 13-year-old Faizan Zaki winning after being runner-up the previous year, showcasing the event’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and competitive spirit.

State Dept Plans ‘Office of Remigration’ Amid Reorganization

Trump Admin Unveils State Department Shake-Up Plan

Rubio Revises State Department Overhaul Plan After Pushback

Trump administration announces State Department reorganization plans including forming a new 'Office of Remigration', reflecting the administration's approach to immigration and budget priorities.

Trump Administration Faces Growing Legal Roadblocks

White House Ramps Up Attacks on Judges Blocking Trump Agenda

Karoline Leavitt Blasts Courts for ‘Usurping’ Trump’s Power

Federal judges are increasingly blocking key Trump policies, including tariff enforcement and immigration actions, leading to amplified White House criticisms and calls for Supreme Court intervention amidst a broader struggle over executive power.

Russia Masses 50,000 Troops Near Ukraine's Northern Border

Human intelligence sources report that Russia has deployed tens of thousands of troops near Ukraine’s northern border, raising fears of an impending invasion or intensified military action in the region.

Ancient Birds Nested Above Arctic Circle 73 Million Years Ago

Almost 40% of Glaciers Doomed from Climate Crisis Study Finds

Glacier Collapse Buries Swiss Village, Climate Concerns Rise

New studies and discoveries shed light on unusual scientific and environmental phenomena including ancient bird nesting above the Arctic Circle and the impacts of climate change on glaciers worldwide.

FBI to Release Video Confirming Epstein Suicide, Bongino Says

Bongino Vows Proof of Epstein Suicide to End Conspiracy Theories

Dan Bongino: New FBI Footage Will Show Epstein Was Alone at Death

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino promises imminent release of video evidence confirming Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide, aiming to quell longstanding conspiracy theories about the financier’s death.

JetBlue and United Launch Blue Sky Mileage Partnership

New Blue Sky Program Lets Flyers Earn Miles Across Airlines

JetBlue, United Announce Joint Mileage Rewards for Flyers

Major airline carriers JetBlue and United unveil a partnership allowing customers to earn and use frequent flyer miles interchangeably, aiming to enhance consumer convenience and loyalty programs.

Trump Sets Deadline for Putin on Ending Ukraine Conflict

Karl Rove Warns Trump Tariffs Could Cost GOP Midterms

Trump Rages at Federalist Society Over Poor Legal Advice

Political tensions heighten as Trump sets deadlines for Putin's commitment to end the Ukraine war, while internal GOP conflicts emerge regarding tariff policies and political loyalty within the party.

RFK Jr.’s Health Report Hits Storm Over Fake Citations

HHS Cancels $766M Moderna Bird Flu Vaccine Contract

White House Plans Revision of Faulty MAHA Health Report

Healthcare controversies involving Robert F. Kennedy Jr. escalate as his 'Make America Healthy Again' report is criticized for errors, while the US health agencies cancel major vaccine contracts amidst debates over public health policies.

Trump Administration Moves To Cancel Chinese Student Visas

Top ICE Leaders Depart as Deportation Efforts Ramp Up

Marco Rubio Plans Aggressive Revocation of Chinese Visas

Trump administration intensifies efforts to limit foreign influence through visa revocations targeting Chinese nationals, while immigration enforcement leadership faces changes as deportation goals sharply rise.

Ex-Assistant Testifies Sean 'Diddy' Combs Sexually Assaulted Her

Mistrial Declared in Diego Maradona Medical Negligence Case

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial Features Emotional Testimony

Notorious sports and celebrity trials continue with new testimony in Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ sexual assault case and mistrials declared in high-profile cases involving Diego Maradona’s medical team.

White House Plans $9.4B Rescissions Package Amid Spending Fight

White House announces a significant federal budget package including $9.4 billion in rescissions as it tries to manage spending ahead of upcoming fiscal cliffs and policy debates.

US May Reduce Troops in South Korea Amid Precarious Situation

South Korea’s Election Set to Reshape US Ally Policies

International tensions escalate with US troop presence under review in South Korea amid precarious security concerns and broader geopolitical shifts involving US-China relations.

Civil Rights Groups Sue to End Cash Bail in Riverside County

Cash Reward Increased as New Orleans Jail Escapee Manhunt Continues

Mistrial Declared in Murder Trial After Judge Film Scandal

Law enforcement and criminal justice issues emerge as bail reform lawsuits challenge cash bail policies, while investigation continues into jail escapes and violent crime incidents across the US.

Trump Legal Battles Expose Judicial and Executive Clashes

Judges Block Key Trump Policies in Ongoing Court Wars

Supreme Court May Play Role in Trump Tariff Dispute

Federal and state courts face scrutiny with several rulings affecting Trump administration policies, leading to controversies over judicial power, executive authority, and future Supreme Court engagements.

Supreme Court Scales Back Environmental Impact Requirements

DOE Launches AI-Powered Supercomputer for Energy Research

Glacier Loss and Climate Risks Highlighted by New Studies

Climate and environmental issues gather attention with Supreme Court narrowing NEPA environmental reviews, glaciers facing mass loss, and new supercomputing resources announced for energy sector research.

Nashville Mayor Doxxes ICE Agents Amid Backlash

Protesters Arrested in Manhattan as ICE Operations Targeted

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino Criticizes Job, Speaks on Threats

Incidents involving security, crime, and controversial social policies include investigations into alleged political bias, alleged abuses in law enforcement, and protests marked by arrests.

Trade Court Halts Trump’s Tariffs but Appeals Reinstates Most

Federal Courts Block and Reinstates Trump Tariff Actions Daily

Trump Tariff Battles Head to Supreme Court Amid Legal Chaos

Federal courts disrupt much of President Trump’s tariff agenda with multiple rulings blocking or reinstating tariffs in legal back-and-forth, raising questions about executive power and congressional authority in trade policy.