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Trump doubles steel tariffs to 50% with Japan deal

Trump boasts $14B US Steel-Nippon merger in Pittsburgh

Trump Plans New Immigration Office Linked to Racist Far-Right Plan

President Donald Trump announces a sweeping increase to steel tariffs, doubling them to 50%, while celebrating a major steel partnership deal with Japan's Nippon Steel. This move intensifies the ongoing trade tensions and has sparked economic and political reactions domestically and abroad.

Supreme Court clears Trump to end migrant parole for 500K

SCOTUS Allows Trump Admin to Revoke Legal Status for 500K Illegals

Supreme Court Lets Trump End Humanitarian Parole For 500,000

The U.S. Supreme Court delivers major rulings allowing the Trump administration to revoke temporary protected status for over 500,000 migrants from countries including Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, clearing the way for increased deportations and immigration law enforcement.

Elon Musk exits White House with black eye and drug claims

Trump bids Musk farewell says he’s 'not really leaving'

Musk’s DOGE takeover brought roaches and rats, court docs say

Elon Musk leaves his government role amid reports of extensive drug use during the 2024 campaign. Despite controversy and visible injuries, President Trump praises Musk's service and hints he is 'not really leaving' the White House, promising the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) work will continue.

PBS sues Trump admin over funding cuts

PBS sues Trump over executive order to cut funding

PBS and Minnesota public TV station sue Trump White House

PBS files lawsuit against the Trump administration to block funding cuts imposed by an executive order, alleging unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination. This follows a similar suit filed by NPR and underscores escalating tensions over public broadcasting funding.

Pentagon warns of imminent China threat urges allies

US calls for Asia allies to boost defenses vs China

Hegseth vows US will stand by Indo-Pacific allies 'imminent' threat

Pentagon and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warn of an 'imminent' threat from China, urging Asian allies to boost military spending and strengthening defense cooperation. Hegseth reassures support for Taiwan amidst rising tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.

Trump fires National Portrait Gallery chief over DEI

‘Highly partisan person’: Trump cuts National Portrait director

Trump fires head of National Portrait Gallery over DEI agenda

President Trump fires Kim Sajet, the National Portrait Gallery’s director, citing her strong support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. This comes amid growing tensions inside the administration regarding DEI initiatives in federal institutions.

Hamas still reviewing US Gaza ceasefire plan

Breaking down latest Israel-Hamas ceasefire proposal

Hamas Discussing U.S. Cease-Fire Plan With Other Palestinian Factions

Hamas continues to review a U.S.-proposed ceasefire plan amid ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza, signaling ongoing volatility and uncertainty in peace efforts as casualties rise and humanitarian crises deepen.

Kidnapped Mexican band members found dead near Texas border

Four members of the Mexican band Grupo Fugitivo and their manager were kidnapped and murdered near the Texas border. Their deaths highlight ongoing violence and security challenges in the region related to cartel activity and border tensions.

Sen. Ernst dismisses Medicaid cuts fears: 'We all are going to die'

‘We are all going to die’: GOP senator defends Medicaid bill

‘We all are going to die’: Ernst shrugs off Medicaid cuts backlash

Senator Joni Ernst faces backlash after telling constituents at a town hall that 'we all are going to die' during discussions of Medicaid cuts. The remark has sparked outrage and criticism regarding the handling of healthcare policies under the Trump administration.

CDC says healthy kids may get COVID shots after all

CDC contradicts RFK Jr on COVID vaccine for kids

CDC adjusts COVID vaccine guidance but keeps child schedule

The CDC has updated its COVID-19 vaccine guidance, indicating healthy children and pregnant women may receive the vaccine following consultation with doctors. This change contradicts directives issued by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Courts block Trump mass federal job cuts

Appeals court denies Trump bid to resume federal firings

US court won’t lift judge's block on Trump's government overhaul

Mass federal worker layoffs called by the Trump administration are blocked by courts, halting the plan to downsize multiple federal agencies. Appeals and district courts maintain the blocks, causing uncertainty over the future of workforce reductions.

Jamie Dimon warns bond market will crack under debt pressure

JPMorgan CEO cautions US economy’s mismanagement risks

Jamie Dimon says US needs to fix itself before worrying about China

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns regulators and the public about vulnerabilities in the U.S. bond market and government debt, suggesting a potentially severe market disruption that could cause panic if not addressed promptly.

Quarry collapse in Indonesia kills 14 and counting

The death toll rises to at least 14 after a quarry collapse in Indonesia, prompting ongoing search and rescue operations amidst concerns over safety and infrastructure in the region.

Outrage grows over Illinois assisted suicide bill

Illinois Democrats face outrage as they advance a controversial assisted suicide bill through the state legislature, sparking public debate and protests over ethical and moral considerations.

PBS sues Trump administration over funding cuts

PBS and other public broadcasters sue the Trump administration over attempts to cut federal funding, alleging unconstitutional discrimination based on content, marking a significant legal challenge over free speech and government support.

ICE busts 100+ illegal aliens in Florida work raids

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducts large-scale raids resulting in over 100 arrests of illegal aliens at Florida worksites, highlighting continued federal enforcement efforts amid sanctuary city tensions.

Sen. Ernst under fire for saying ‘we all are going to die’ on Medicaid cuts

Senator Joni Ernst's dismissive remark at a town hall about Medicaid cuts causing deaths has drawn sharp backlash, reflecting the contentious political debate over healthcare reforms under the GOP's budget plans.

Trump visa ban targets Chinese students tied to CCP

Trump hits Harvard with visa and funding cuts

The Trump administration intensifies visa restrictions targeting Chinese students linked to the Chinese Communist Party, fueling tensions with China and affecting international education and diplomacy.

Trump taps far-right podcaster to head ethics watchdog

Trump nominates Paul Ingrassia for Office of Special Counsel

President Trump fires a top watchdog by nominating former right-wing podcaster Paul Ingrassia to lead the Office of Special Counsel, sparking controversy due to his extremist views and raising questions about oversight integrity.

Satellite radiation threatens radio astronomy, experts warn

Radiation leakage concerns arise over private satellite megaconstellations affecting radio astronomy, highlighting technological and environmental issues linked to space commercialization by companies like SpaceX.

Shocking train video: Man threatens woman with death

A viral video shows a passenger threatening to stalk and kill a woman on a train, captured by shocked bystanders, illustrating ongoing public safety concerns in mass transit systems.

SCOTUS greenlights ending parole for 500K immigrants

Supreme Court allows Trump to revoke protected status for 500K

The Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to end humanitarian parole protections for over half a million immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, advancing major immigration enforcement actions.

Stephen Miller lashes out at court and media on Trump powers

Trump administration official Stephen Miller defends executive actions against court orders and criticizes media coverage, emphasizing a combative stance against judicial and public scrutiny of administration policies.

Jamie Dimon urges bullet stockpiles over bitcoin

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon calls for the US to prepare for potential economic crisis by stockpiling essential items like ammunition and rare earth metals instead of digital assets like bitcoin, reflecting concerns about national security and economic stability.

CDC warns of measles outbreak linked to flights

CDC advises on COVID vaccines for healthy kids amid contradictions

Multiple reports show deteriorating public health measures including measles outbreaks linked to air travel, contradictory COVID vaccine guidance, and warnings about other infectious diseases, raising public health concerns.