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Trump-Musk feud escalates with no truce yet

Elon Musk’s fight with Trump threatens $48B contracts

FBI director Kash Patel reveals house swatting incident

The escalating feud and fallout between President Trump and Elon Musk dominates US politics with legal, economic, and diplomatic impacts. Tensions affect government contracts, political alliances, and public opinion.

LA ICE raids prompt fierce protests and clashes

Union president detained in LA ICE raids

Immigration raids intensify amid tense standoffs in LA

US immigration enforcement actions intensify with large-scale ICE raids across Los Angeles provoking protests and political backlash, including detainment of union leaders and controversy over deportation cases.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to US to face federal charges

Maryland man deported to El Salvador back in US facing charges

DOJ charges deported man with human smuggling

The case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and now returned to the US to face serious criminal charges including human smuggling, sparks political controversy and legal battles.

Supreme Court clears DOGE access to Social Security data

Supreme Court hands Trump and DOGE big victories

SCOTUS sides with DOGE on FOIA and Social Security access

Supreme Court delivers multiple rulings favoring the Trump administration and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, including allowing access to sensitive Social Security data and blocking watchdog challenges.

Russia launches massive missile and drone strikes on Ukraine

Russia retaliates with aerial bombardment of Ukrainian capital

Nine killed as Russian drone attack pounds Ukraine cities

Russia escalates conflict with Ukraine through a large-scale missile and drone assault on Kyiv and other cities as retaliation for recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian military targets.

Trump announces US-China trade talks in London

China agrees to restart rare earth mineral shipments to US

Top US officials to meet Chinese delegation Monday in London

President Trump pushes for significant trade talks with China, announcing renewed discussions to resolve tariff disputes and restart shipments of critical rare earth minerals to the US.

Judge approves $2.8B settlement for college athletes

Big money era arrives in college sports after settlement

Schools free to pay college athletes millions

Massive legal settlements and policy changes mark a new era for college sports as courts approve multimillion-dollar deals allowing schools to pay athletes directly, shaking up the NCAA landscape.

US adds 139,000 jobs as market surges

S&P 500 hits 6,000 points after jobs report

Dow rallies 440 points on strong employment data

US economy shows resilience with solid job growth in May, prompting market optimism as the S&P 500 surges past 6,000 points amid easing trade tensions and positive economic indicators.

SEIU California president injured during ICE raid

Union leader detained amid contentious immigration raids

Democrats and officials condemn ICE enforcement tactics

Union officials and political figures react sharply to immigration enforcement operations and related controversies, with arrests of leaders and clashes highlighting tensions over immigration policies.

‘Devil in the Ozarks’ killer recaptured after escape

Arkansas prison escapee caught after 13-day hunt

Ex-police chief prison break ends with capture

Former Arkansas police chief and convicted killer Grant Hardin, known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks,' escapes prison but is captured after an intense manhunt spanning nearly two weeks.

Judge blocks Trump ban on foreign Harvard students

Trump admin asks SCOTUS to reinstate education layoffs

Supreme Court denies GOP appeal on Pennsylvania ballots

Legal and political battles abound as Trump administration faces challenges including court rulings on immigration bans, education department layoffs, and controversial legislative proposals.

Sean ‘Diddy’ ex-girlfriend testifies on sex marathons

Pam Bondi announces human smuggling charges in deportee case

Attorney general charges deported man in smuggling ring

High-profile criminal cases make headlines, including the trial of music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs on sex trafficking allegations and charges against a former Arkansas inmate for human smuggling.

Government struggles to cut foreign aid on asylum hotels

RFK Jr. slashes mental health agency funding amid fears

Critics slam Biden border policies as humanitarian failures

The Biden administration faces criticism and scrutiny over policies and programs including foreign aid spending, immigration controversies, and health agency cutbacks amid political opposition.

FAA caps flights at Newark through 2025

United partners with Spotify for in-flight streaming

The airline and travel sectors face disruptions as FAA imposes flight caps at Newark Airport and United Airlines partners with Spotify to enhance in-flight entertainment.

FBI foils planned mass shooting in Michigan

Boulder hate crime suspect faces federal charges

Concerns grow over public safety with thwarted terror plots and violent incidents including a foiled mass shooting in Michigan and charges filed in a Boulder hate crime case.

SCOTUS upholds DC ban on large gun magazines

NRA pushes Supreme Court to expand AR rifle rights

Legal battles continue around gun control, with the Supreme Court handling cases on magazine capacity bans and NRA pushing to expand gun rights for AR-style rifles.

Auditors expose fraud culture in major UK union

Legal experts file misconduct complaint against Pam Bondi

Major toxic waste and fraud allegations surface involving unions and federal agencies, prompting investigations and lawsuits alleging widespread corruption and misconduct.

Iran lashes out at US sanctions amid nuclear talks

Iran buys missile materials in bulk from China

International relations strain as US imposes new sanctions on Iran and intensifies scrutiny over nuclear talks amid Iranian and Chinese missile material acquisitions.

Supreme Court mistakenly releases order list early

SCOTUS rules on election ballot and data access cases

The Supreme Court faces scrutiny over technical errors and controversial rulings impacting presidential powers, election rules, and access to government data systems.

Musk-Trump feud exposes cracks in Wall Street meme casino

Tesla stock tumbles amid Musk-Trump spat

Tech industry and mainstream media react to the public Trump-Musk feud with analysts warning of market impacts and political consequences.

Wildfires force evacuations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan

Climate change endangers banana exports in Latin America

Natural disasters and environmental concerns arise as wildfires displace thousands in Canada and climate change threatens key agricultural exports in Latin America.

Trans troops face deadline amid voluntary separations

Supreme Court affirms majority group discrimination claims

Federal agencies and advocacy groups challenge policies on transgender military service, gun restrictions, and healthcare benefits amid heated political debate.