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Trump to demolish East Wing - entire section to be torn down by weekend

The White House confirmed plans to demolish the East Wing this weekend to make way for President Trump’s proposed ballroom, triggering immediate bipartisan outrage and questions about preservation and transparency

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38 trillion - US gross national debt surpasses $38 trillion for the first time

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They [ICE] are not the only ones with guns in this city Don’t forget that — LA high school teacher and anti ICE organizer

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White House East Wing to be demolished by weekend

The White House has confirmed a major construction escalation: the East Wing will be fully torn down to make way for President Trump’s planned ballroom. The move has sparked immediate political backlash and claims of broken promises about preserving the building.

U.S. military strikes alleged narco boat in Pacific - Pentagon reports lethal strike

The U.S. has expanded its maritime campaign against alleged drug traffickers, conducting lethal strikes beyond the Caribbean into the eastern Pacific. Officials say the operations targeted vessels they allege were moving narcotics toward the U.S.

Trump sanctions Russian oil companies - calls for immediate ceasefire

The White House moved to tighten economic pressure on Moscow, announcing sanctions that target Russia’s major oil firms. Officials framed the action as leverage to force a ceasefire as diplomatic talks stall.

Government shutdown becomes second longest in history - no deal in sight

Budget stalemate and mounting deficits collide as the government shutdown stretches on and the national debt hits a record. Treasury data shows the U.S. gross national debt has topped $38 trillion while funding talks remain deadlocked.

Trump reportedly seeks 230 million from DOJ - demand for restitution

President Trump has signaled plans to seek hundreds of millions from the Justice Department, calling attention to unprecedented claims for restitution tied to past probes. Legal and political figures are reacting to what critics call a potential attempt to extract taxpayer funds.

Trump poised to send federal agents to San Francisco - immigration operation set

The administration is mobilizing federal immigration resources for major enforcement operations in U.S. cities. Deployment plans for San Francisco and recent raids in New York have prompted strong local pushback and political criticism.

Pentagon requires approval for congressional contacts - Hegseth memo limits talks

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reshaping Pentagon operations and media access, imposing new limits on both congressional contacts and reporters. The moves include a new press corps and abrupt leadership changes inside the Army.

Timeline of Louvre jewel heist - thieves stole 88 million euros in minutes

Paris reels after a daring daylight theft of crown jewels at the Louvre. Investigations point to security system failures and the museum's director has offered to resign amid public outrage.

Google claims breakthrough toward practical quantum computing - Willow chip

Google says its Willow quantum chip and new algorithms produced verifiable results that point toward practical quantum computing. Researchers claim steps forward for chemistry and materials research as the quantum field advances.

Meta lays off 600 AI workers - cuts hit AI division

AI industry turbulence continues with layoffs and new product launches even as platform owners clash with data providers. Tech firms are cutting staff while launching browser and AI products and facing legal challenges over data scraping.

Amazon unveils cost cutting warehouse robots - company defends automation

Amazon is accelerating warehouse automation with new robots and internal plans that suggest a large-scale replacement of human roles. The company insists automation is efficiency not job elimination, but internal documents say otherwise.

Dow futures fall as Tesla skids after earnings - markets dip

Markets reacted to mixed earnings and trade fears as major tech and auto names reported. Tesla posted weaker profits after price cuts while futures slipped on concerns over China relations and corporate forecasts.

Bessent calls 20 billion Argentina aid 'mission critical' - Treasury

Economic and trade moves tied to Argentina and agricultural markets are creating political strain. Treasury and the White House are negotiating aid and trade shifts while ranchers object to import plans meant to cool beef prices.

University of Virginia strikes deal to pause DEI probes - agrees to White House guidance

The University of Virginia reached an agreement to pause federal investigations into admissions and hiring policies, joining several other institutions. The deal reflects growing federal pressure on campus diversity programs.

States delay November SNAP benefits amid shutdown - millions affected

The government shutdown is disrupting benefits and services with states and localities scrambling to fill gaps. SNAP delays, veteran appeals to Congress and state deployments to food banks underline the human cost of the funding lapse.

ICE director vows more arrests after Canal Street raid - enforcement to increase

Immigration enforcement in New York drew heavy attention after Canal Street raids and public clashes. Officials rolled out a reporting portal while enforcement leaders vowed continued arrests, triggering protests and legal scrutiny.

Trump says Tomahawk missiles are too complex for Ukraine - training cited

Allies and NATO officials are weighing US decisions on long-range weapons and training while closed-door meetings continue. Debates over Tomahawk missiles and alliance strategy underscore growing tensions about support for Ukraine.

Ex prosecutors say Trump DOJ knew scheme might void indictments - former officials alarmed

Controversy swirls around Justice Department hires and legal maneuvers linked to the president. Critics and former prosecutors say recent appointments and strategies risk undermining legal norms and could have major consequences.

Expert warns kidnappers likely to move US missionary in Niger - critical hours

A US missionary was reported abducted in Niger prompting urgent concern and a warning that captors may move their hostage. Officials and security experts say the first 48 hours are critical in the rescue effort.

Asia Pacific markets set to open lower on US China trade concerns

Global markets reacted to rising trade tensions as US policy options for curbing exports to China circulate among officials. Investors are watching possible export curbs tied to software and rare earths as Asian markets open lower.

Russia says it took two more Ukrainian villages - overnight strikes reported

Russian forces continued strikes across Ukraine as diplomatic efforts faltered. Reports include village takeovers and deadly drone attacks that hit civilian sites, further complicating international peace pushes.

OpenAI relaxed ChatGPT guardrails before teen suicide, family alleges

A legal case accuses OpenAI of loosening safety rules before a teenager’s suicide, and families allege the company relaxed guardrails that may have contributed. The litigation includes probing document requests and intense scrutiny of policy choices.

9th Circuit rethinks ruling that bolstered Trump's troop deployment authority

Courts and appeals judges continue to shape the limits on presidential use of federal troops and the National Guard, producing conflicting rulings and new legal fights over deployments to cities like Portland and Chicago.

NYC mayoral debate live - Mamdani Cuomo and Sliwa face off

New York's mayoral contest reached another high-stakes debate as candidates sparred over public safety, housing and antisemitism. Polling shows Zohran Mamdani holding strong support among foreign-born voters as the race heads into early voting.