US Pulls Nonessential Personnel From Middle East as Tensions With Iran Escalate
Amid rising threats and potential Israeli strikes on Iran, the US State and Defense Departments have ordered the evacuation of nonessential staff from embassies and military bases, marking a sharp escalation in regional security tensions.
24 Hours Trump pulls US staff from Middle East amid Iran tensions + Harvey Weinstein convicted again in New York sex crimes retrial + Israel weighs military strike on Iran amid regional spike + LA protests over ICE raids spread to multiple cities + Federal agents detain civilians in Los Angeles protests + DNC votes to redo David Hogg's vice chair election + Brian Wilson, Beach Boys co-founder, dies at 82 + US orders departure of nonessential personnel from Iraq embassy + Treasury Secretary hints tariff pause extension in trade talks + Senate passes cryptocurrency regulation procedural hurdle + Trump’s EPA moves to repeal power plant pollution limits + US evacuates embassy staff amid Middle East security fears + Thousands arrested in LA immigration raid protests + Milei pledges to move Argentina embassy to Jerusalem + National Guard preps for potential jump in immigration protests + Russian drone strike hits Ukrainian city Kharkiv
Number 330 - Immigrants arrested in Los Angeles since Friday amid ICE raids
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Trump Pulls US Personnel From Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
US Orders Evacuation of Nonessential Staff From Iraq Embassy
Israel Considering Military Strike on Iran — Sources
Tensions escalate in the Middle East as the US withdraws nonessential personnel amid fears of Israeli military actions against Iran and growing regional instability.
LA Protests Over ICE Raids Spread to Multiple Cities
Federal Agents Temporarily Detain Civilians in LA Protests
Hundreds Arrested During Anti-ICE Protests in Los Angeles
Violent protests erupt nationwide against federal immigration raids, with Los Angeles at the forefront as federal agents and National Guard intervene.
DNC Votes to Redo Vice Chair Elections After Disputes
David Hogg to Step Down as DNC Vice Chair Amid Turmoil
David Hogg Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection as DNC Vice Chair
The Democratic National Committee faces internal turmoil as it votes to redo the vice chair elections, leading to the expected exit of David Hogg.
Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Co-founder, Dies at 82
Music Legend Brian Wilson's Death Sparks Celebrity Tributes
Beach Boys Founder Brian Wilson Dead at 82
Brian Wilson, the iconic co-founder of the Beach Boys famed for revolutionizing American pop music, has passed away at the age of 82, prompting widespread tributes.
Treasury Secretary Signals Tariff Pause May Be Extended
China-US Trade Deal Declared 'Done' by Trump Despite Skepticism
Senate Passes Key Procedural Hurdle for Cryptocurrency Regulation
US financial markets and trade face uncertainty with mixed signals on US-China relations, inflation data, and regulatory developments in cryptocurrency and technology.
Harvey Weinstein Convicted on Sexual Assault Charge Again
Weinstein Jury Reaches Split Verdict in Sex Crimes Retrial
Former Movie Mogul Weinstein Guilty in Landmark Retrial
Harvey Weinstein found guilty on a key charge in his sexual assault retrial, marking another major conviction in the high-profile #MeToo related case.
ICE’s Nationwide Immigration Enforcement Intensifies Amid Protests
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Admin From Detaining Palestinian Activist
Thousands Arrested in Anti-Immigration Protests Across US
American immigration enforcement ramps up with high-profile ICE raids, sparking nationwide protests and legal battles over the detainment of activists and immigrants.
Trump Attends Les Misérables Amid Protests at Kennedy Center
Trump Booed and Cheered During Kennedy Center Appearance
Drag Queens Protest and Boo Trump at Les Misérables Showing
President Trump makes a controversial public appearance at the Kennedy Center's Les Misérables opening, sparking protests and mixed reactions amid political tensions.
Democrats Clash Over Response to Trump's LA Military Deployment
Senator Rand Paul Disinvited From White House Picnic Amid Fallout
Pete Hegseth Defends Troop Deployment as Lawmakers Question Authority
US political tensions rise with conflicts over military deployments, immigration policies, and party infighting playing out in Congress and on the streets.
Senate GOP Targets Climate Credits, SNAP Cap in Trump Bill
Senate Scales Back House Plan for SNAP Cost Sharing
House Republicans Remove Controversial Sections From Mega Bill
US Senate Republicans push for changes in Trump's domestic policy bill, including rolling back some climate tax credits and SNAP reforms, causing intra-party debates.
Trump Admin Rehires Hundreds of Previously Fired CDC Staffers
RFK Jr. Names New Members After Firing Entire CDC Vaccine Panel
CDC Reinstates Over 450 Employees After April Layoffs
US government agencies see staff changes with the Trump administration rehiring CDC employees after previous layoffs, impacting public health policy and vaccine advisory committees.
Defense Secretary Defends $961B Defense Budget Request
Trump’s Partisan Military Speech Draws Criticism
Military Leaders Question Trump’s Troop Screening at Fort Bragg
US military and defense policies come under scrutiny as questions rise over Trump’s political use of troops and defense spending priorities amid global conflicts.
Google Names Chief AI Architect to Boost Product Development
Meta Expands AI Team with Google DeepMind Lead
OpenAI and Google DeepMind Form New Partnership for AI Computing
Tech and AI sectors face new leadership changes and strategic shifts with Google hiring a Chief AI Architect and Meta and OpenAI expanding partnerships.
Trump EPA Moves to Repeal Emission Limits on Power Plants
EPA Seeks to Roll Back Biden’s Climate Rules on Power Plants
Trump EPA Scraps Biden-Era Power Plant Greenhouse Gas Limits
Climate and environmental policies shift as the Trump EPA rolls back Biden-era regulation on power plants and other climate initiatives.
Oil Prices Spike on Middle East Tensions
Trump Hints Tariffs on Chinese Goods to Stay at 55 Percent
Stocks Dip as Global Trade and Geopolitics Weigh on Markets
Trade tensions and market volatility continue as oil prices surge amid Middle East fears and uncertainty hangs over US-China trade agreements.
Harvey Weinstein Convicted on Sexual Assault in Retrial
Judge Bars Trump Admin From Detaining Palestinian Activist
DNC Members Vote to Oust Vice Chairs David Hogg and Kenyatta
Legal and criminal justice news features major verdicts and rulings including cases against Harvey Weinstein, immigration activists, and federal judges.
National Guard Authorized to Temporarily Detain Protesters in LA
Multiple Cities Brace for Widening Anti-ICE Protests
Police and Officials Crack Down Amid Anti-ICE Riots and Curfews
US political protests and civil unrest spotlight concerns over immigration policy enforcement, with major cities reacting to deployment of military and National Guard forces.
Trump Administration Faces Legal Challenges Over Military Use in LA
House Democrats Incensed Over ICE Facility Access Denials
California Sues to Block Federal Military Deployment Amid Riots
US government reshaping immigration enforcement and facing political conflict as protests grow and legal battles ensue over federal authority and local responses.
Trump Says US-China Trade Deal Done, Tariffs to Remain
Commerce Secretary Says Trump Has No Clear Strategy on China Trade
US Extends Trade Talks Pause, Signaling Flexible Tariff Timelines
Trade policy updates reveal contradictions and strategic recalibrations as tariffs remain and deals fluctuate with China and other nations.
Rand Paul Slams White House After Disinvitation From Picnic
House and Senate Clash Over Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Maxine Waters Blames Trump for LA Protests as Violence Escalates
News covers high-profile political disputes, including House and Senate leadership conflicts, immigration politics, and debates over national security policies.
Pentagon Defends Renaming USNS Harvey Milk Amid Pride Month
Army Curtails Helicopter Flights After Fatal Collision
Trump Troop Screening Sparks Veteran and Expert Backlash
US military bases and operations undergo scrutiny with controversies around naming, deployments, and military traditions under the Trump administration.
Nvidia Expands AI Influence in Europe and Industrial Markets
TSMC Opens Joint AI Research Lab with University of Tokyo
Reddit Searches for New Product Boss Amid Leadership Shift
US tech and AI companies evolve with leadership changes and new research labs, focusing on AI development and industrial applications across continents.
NJ Rep. LaMonica McIver Indicted Over ICE Facility Protest
Republican Senator Probes Funding Behind LA Riots
Gov. Newsom Sued Over Sanctuary State Policies Amid Protests
Legal actions and government investigations intensify in political and social spheres with indictments of lawmakers, probes into protests, and lawsuits involving corporations.
Trump Administration Seeks to Slash Emission Limits on Power Plants
US Supreme Court Considers Limits on Environmental Regulations
Environmental Groups See Staff Cuts Amid Trump EPA Rollbacks
Environmental and energy policies in the US undergo major changes, with court rulings, legislative actions, and administrative shifts impacting climate initiatives.
CDC Rehires Fired Staff as RFK Jr. Names New Vaccine Panel
Controversial Appointments Stir FDA Vaccine Advisory Debate
Challenges Arise After RFK Jr. Purges CDC Advisory Committee
Pandemic and vaccine debates continue as the CDC reinstates employees and key advisors are replaced under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s administration.
Republicans Clobber Democrats Again in Congressional Baseball Game
Maxine Waters Flip-Flops on LA Riots Amid Increased Criticism
Amid Anti-ICE Protests, Politicians Accuse Each Other of Fuelling Violence
US political and social divisions deepen with confrontations over immigration policy, political protests, and accusations across party lines shaping public discourse.
US Warns Allies Against Attending Israel-Palestinian Conference
US Embassy in Iraq Prepares for Evacuation Amid Iran Threats
UN to Vote on Gaza Ceasefire as Conflict Intensifies
International relations and diplomatic tensions rise with US warnings to allies, embassy evacuations, and geopolitical pressure surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Rep. LaMonica McIver Indicted for Interfering with Federal ICE Officers
California Jails Ignore Over 13,000 ICE Detainers, Report Finds
LA Sheriff Oversight Commission Chair Forced to Resign Amid Unrest
Key politicians and government officials face legal and political challenges amid controversies involving immigration enforcement, funding, and public unrest.
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