Federal Judge Orders Release of Columbia Activist Mahmoud Khalil—Major Blow to Trump
A federal judge ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate detained by ICE for over three months. This ruling marks a significant legal setback for the Trump administration amidst intense political controversy over immigration and protest policies.
24 Hours Trump snaps at spy chief over intelligence claims + Trump readies Iran strike plan if diplomacy fails + Federal judge blocks Trump on limiting Harvard foreign students + Appeals court upholds Trump’s National Guard control in LA + Israel-Iran conflict escalates as strikes continue + Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil ordered released by federal judge + US Fed governor signals interest rate cuts as soon as July + UK parliament votes to legalize assisted dying + Man arrested after running Republican Rep Max Miller off road + US sanctions target companies aiding Iranian military + FBI increases surveillance of Iran-backed operatives in US + Trump demands special prosecutor for 2020 election probe + Iran rejects US negotiations amid ongoing Israeli strikes + Tesla inks deal for China’s largest grid battery project + US Border Patrol discovers deep smuggling tunnel at southern border + Supreme Court revives terror victim lawsuits against Palestinians
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Federal Judge Blocks Trump Move to Curb Harvard Foreign Students
Appeals Court Upholds Trump on National Guard Control in LA
Federal Judge Orders Release of Columbia Activist Mahmoud Khalil
President Trump faces legal and political challenges related to immigration and foreign student policies, including a significant federal court decision preventing the administration from restricting Harvard's ability to host international students.

Israel-Iran Conflict Deepens as Missile Strikes Rage
Trump Delays Decision on Iran Strike to Give Diplomacy a Chance
FBI Ramps Up Monitoring of Iran-Backed Operatives in US
Escalating military tensions in the Middle East focus on the conflict between Israel and Iran, with ongoing missile strikes, international diplomatic efforts, and the United States weighing its involvement.

Trump Demands Special Prosecutor Probe 2020 Election
Trump Calls for Special Counsel to Investigate 2020 Election
Trump Calls for Special Prosecutor in 2020 Election Fraud Claims
President Trump calls for a special prosecutor to investigate alleged fraud in the 2020 election, renewing controversy over election integrity and legal battles.

Fed Governor Pushes for Rate Cuts as Early as July
Federal Reserve Officials Debate Timing of Interest Rate Cuts
The U.S. Federal Reserve signals potential shifts in monetary policy with officials calling for interest rate cuts as soon as July amid mixed economic signals.
Appeals Court Supports Trump’s National Guard Deployment in LA
Court Lets Trump Maintain Control of California National Guard
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Immigration Funding Rule
Legal battles involving President Trump continue with federal courts upholding his deployment of National Guard troops in California and ruling on related immigration enforcement disputes.

European Diplomats Meet Iran Amid Ongoing Strikes
Iran Rejects US Talks as Missile Attacks Continue
Iran Foreign Minister Arrives in Geneva for Diplomatic Talks
Amid the Israel-Iran conflict, diplomatic efforts in Europe continue with talks aimed at de-escalation, while Iran refuses negotiations as strikes persist.

Supreme Court Revives Terror Victim Suits Against Palestinians
Court Allows Fuel Producers to Challenge California Emissions
Supreme Court Lets Energy Producers Sue Over EV Regulations
Supreme Court decisions have major implications, including reviving terrorism lawsuits against Palestinian groups and allowing challenges to California’s strict emissions standards.

Judge Orders Release of Pro-Palestinian Activist Khalil
Ex-Assistant Testifies About Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ Drug Use
Mahmoud Khalil Ordered Released After Months in Detention
Legal pressures mount in high-profile cases, including judge orders for release of activist Mahmoud Khalil and ongoing criminal trials involving prominent figures.

Ohio Man Arrested After Running GOP Rep Max Miller off Road
Capitol Police Arrest Man Threatening Rep. Max Miller
Assaults on ICE Agents Rise Sharply Amid Enforcement Crackdown
Reports emerge on escalating security threats and violent incidents, including road rage assaults on GOP Rep. Max Miller and increased violence against ICE agents during immigration enforcement.

Tesla Inks $556M Deal for China Grid-Scale Battery Plant
Lawmakers Urge Delay on Tesla’s Robotaxi Rollout in Texas
Tesla Robotaxis to Launch with Safety Monitor Amid Concerns
Tesla advances in China with a major battery storage deal while facing political scrutiny in the US over its robotaxi launch amid calls for safety delays by lawmakers.

Trump Admin Lays Off Hundreds at Voice of America
LA Dodgers Clash with ICE over Stadium Access
US immigration policies spark controversy as enforcement actions intensify, including ICE layoffs, conflicts with city officials, and community reactions.

Billions of Passwords Leaked in Massive Data Breach
16 Billion Login Credentials Exposed Online
Aflac Investigates Possible Data Breach Affecting Customers
Global cybersecurity concerns rise as massive password and login credential leaks expose billions of users, raising alarms over data privacy and security.

Record-Breaking Heat Wave Hits US as Summer Begins
UK Faces First Heat Wave of 2025 Amid Health Alerts
Calif. Power Shutoffs Triggered by High Fire Risk Winds
Heat waves and extreme temperatures sweep across the US and UK, prompting health warnings, power shutoffs, and safety advisories amid record-breaking conditions.

Democrats Criticized for Being Leaderless and Agendaless
GOP Divisions Emerge Over Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill
Poll Shows Majority of Democrats Seek Party Leadership Change
Political turmoil and divisions intensify as Democrats face leadership crises and public dissatisfaction, while Republicans grapple with internal disagreements over President Trump's legislative agenda.

Supreme Court Lets Terror Victims Sue Palestinian Entities
SCOTUS Upholds Law Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
Justice Jackson Dissent Slams Court Favoring 'Moneyed Interests'
Supreme Court rulings influence major national issues, including expanding rights to sue Palestinian groups, limiting state power on emissions, and judicial challenges affecting transgender healthcare.

Judge Rules Trump Can't Condition Transport Funds on Immigration Compliance
Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks Trump’s Withholding of Sanctuary State Funds
Federal Court Blocks Trump's Reprisal Against Sanctuary States for ICE
The legal and political clashes over Trump policies continue with court rulings protecting state rights against federal mandates regarding immigration and transportation funding.

Minnesota Senator and Wife Recover After Shooting Assault
Attempted Kidnapping Charge Filed Against Memphis Mayor’s Stalker
Minnesota Assassin Blames Gov. Walz in Latest Developments
Violent attacks and shootings shock communities, including assassination attempts on Minnesota lawmakers and an attempted kidnapping of the Memphis mayor, sparking demands for action and security improvements.
Meta Launches Oakley AI Smart Glasses with Video Features
SoftBank’s $1T AI and Robotics Complex Unveiled
Meta Discussed Buying AI Startup Perplexity Before Scale Investment
Technology giant Meta advances its AI initiatives with investments and partnerships, launching new AI-powered smart glasses and exploring major industrial AI projects.

Protests and Media Clash Over Immigration Raids in LA
Federal Judge Blocks Trump from Cutting Harvard’s Hosting of Foreign Students
US domestic unrest continues as immigration enforcement meets protests and criticism, with ongoing debates over agency policies and city responses.

Latin America Sees Surge in Data Center Construction
US Considers Revoking Chip Export Waivers for China
Stocks Slide as Trump’s Middle East Decision Sparks Market Uncertainty
Global economic shifts include data center booms in Latin America, growing tensions in US-China trade over technology and chips, and ongoing market volatility linked to geopolitical risks.

Supreme Court Deals Blow to California Climate Rules
Nvidia Backs Bill Gates’ Nuclear Energy Startup
Republicans Plan to End Billion-Dollar Clean Energy Credits
Environmental and energy concerns mount as Supreme Court decisions roll back climate policies, while nuclear energy gains interest from major tech firms supporting AI ambitions.

Minnesota Lawmaker Breaks Silence After Shooting
House Democrat Accuses ICE of ‘Human Trafficking’ in Arrests
Capitol Police Arrest Man in Road Rage Threat on Rep. Max Miller
High-profile shootings and investigations highlight rising political violence with lawmakers and public figures targeted, eliciting calls for better security and accountability.

Israel Kills Nine Iranian Nuclear Scientists in Coordinated Strikes
Trump Sanctions Firms Supplying Iranian Military
Iranian Missile Hits Historic Mosque, Injuring Clerics in Haifa
Major strikes, sanctions, and military maneuvers intensify against Iran, with Israel targeting nuclear scientists and U.S. issuing sanctions to companies aiding the Tehran regime.

Trump’s Lawsuit Over National Guard Control Stands Despite Challenges
Appeals Court Lets Trump Keep National Guard Control Amid LA Riots
The Trump administration faces new legal and political setbacks, including multiple court rulings blocking policy efforts and ongoing disputes over elections and military actions.

Iranian Missile Pounds Israeli Cities Amid Rising Tensions
Missile Alerts Sound as Iran Launches New Attacks on Israel
Israel Warns of Prolonged Campaign Against Iran’s Nuclear Sites
Ongoing violence in Middle East sees fresh Iranian missile attacks on Israeli cities today, sparking heightened fears of a broader conflict.

Supreme Court Pushes Back Against Administrative State Powers
Justice Kagan Reprimands Court in Sharp Dissent
SCOTUS Eases Litigation Against FDA and EPA Regulations
The Supreme Court continues reshaping American law with significant rulings affecting administrative law, corporate power, and federal agency authority in a term of notable decisions.

Trump’s Two-Week Iran Delay Divides GOP Hawks
Immigration Protests Grip Los Angeles Amid Enforcement Push
Steve Bannon Downplays MAGA Rift Over Iran Policy
US political tensions heighten as Trump’s Iran policy divides GOP hawks, and activists protest immigration enforcement tactics, provoking heated rhetoric and calls for action.

Apple Sued Over AI Integration Disclosure
Meta Unveils AI-Powered Oakley Smart Glasses
Massive Data Breaches Expose Billions of User Credentials
Consumer technology advances with new AI integration in everyday products, but data privacy issues persist amidst escalating cyber threats and leaks.

NATO Defense Spending Debate Intensifies Ahead of Summit
US Considers Expanding Military Presence in Middle East Waters
Russia Warns Against Global Recession Amid Economic Concerns
International diplomacy and military posturing dominate as NATO countries debate defense spending and US allies brace for potential conflict expansion.

Democrats Accuse ICE of ‘Human Trafficking’ Illegal Aliens
Fierce Debate Over Immigration Surges in Democratic Strongholds
Sharp political and social conflicts dominate US discourse, with debates over transgender rights, immigration policies, and contested public health initiatives shaping the national conversation.

Iranian Missile Hits Israel’s Science Hub Causing Injuries
Iranian Missile Barrage Continues as Israel Retaliates
Iran Claims Israeli Airstrikes a ‘Betrayal of Diplomacy’ at UN
Iran’s missile attacks target key Israeli sites causing injuries and damage, intensifying conflict with Israel amid diplomatic tensions and international concern.

Massive 'No Kings' Protests Sweep US Cities Against Trump
NY Times Editorial Blames Trump for Surge in Political Violence
Fox News Host Slams MAGA Extremists Amid Civil War Rhetoric
US domestic politics see growing unrest with protests, political violence, and controversies shaping media narratives and governmental responses in a tumultuous environment.
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