Democratic Rep Gerry Connolly Dies After Cancer Battle
Longtime Democratic Congressman Gerry Connolly has passed away at 75 following a battle with esophageal cancer, marking the third Democratic lawmaker to die in office this session and prompting bipartisan mourning.
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Number $175 billion - Cost of Trump's proposed Golden Dome missile defense system.
Quote "You're going to see us come through once again unified" — GOP Congressman Bryan Steil on Trump's major bill

Biden’s Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Raises New Questions
Biden Officials Delayed Warning on COVID Vaccine Risks
Jake Tapper’s Book Exposes Biden’s Mental Decline Cover-Up
The health and political controversies surrounding Joe Biden are intensifying with new reports about his prostate cancer diagnosis, delayed public warnings about COVID vaccine risks, and critical books revealing his mental decline and the administration's cover-up efforts.

GOP Budget Bill Faces Conservative Roadblock
Trump Urges Holdouts to Back ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Analysis: Republican Bill to Add $5 Trillion Debt
President Trump pushes GOP lawmakers to pass a massive tax and domestic policy bill amid conservative pushback and internal party struggles, with late-night hosts mocking the discord and analysts warning about increased federal debt and spending cuts.

Justice Dept Drops Police Reform Deals in 2 Cities
DOJ Ends Biden-Era Police Investigations Nationwide
Trump’s DOJ Rolls Back Police Reform Efforts
The Justice Department under Trump administration is dismantling Biden-era police reform settlements and investigations in Louisville and Minneapolis, signaling a major shift in federal oversight of local law enforcement practices associated with civil rights concerns.

At Least 82 Killed in Israeli Strikes on Gaza
UN Reports No Aid Has Reached Gaza
Pope Leo Calls for Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
The international situation in Gaza remains critical as Israeli strikes continue to kill civilians and prevent humanitarian aid from reaching those in need, drawing global condemnation and urgent calls for Israel to allow supply deliveries.

South African President Meets Trump in White House
Trump Ambushes Ramaphosa with ‘Genocide’ Videos
Ramaphosa Seeks to Repair Ties During US Visit
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa visits the White House amid tense relations due to Trump’s criticism of South Africa’s policies including land seizures and refugee acceptance, aiming to salvage U.S.-South Africa relations.

Trump Admin Deports Migrants to War-Torn South Sudan
Federal Judge Orders Custody Over Migrants Deported to Sudan
Democrats Plan Increased ICE Obstruction Visits
The Trump administration's controversial immigration policies include alleged deportations of migrants to conflict-ridden South Sudan, ongoing ICE enforcement actions, and legal challenges over these practices.

Nvidia CEO Calls US China Chip Controls a Failure
Huang Says US AI Chip Export Ban Boosted China
Nvidia’s CEO Warns Export Restrictions Backfired
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang criticizes U.S. export controls on China for backfiring, causing significant market share losses for U.S. chipmaker and accelerating China's efforts in AI technology development.

Army to Change Trans Soldiers' Records to Birth Sex
U.S. Army Will Update Trans Troops Files to Birth Sex
Trans Soldiers' Records to Reflect Birth Sex - Report
The U.S. military prepares to alter transgender soldiers' records to reflect sex at birth, following new Department of Defense guidance, amidst broader debates over transgender policy in the armed forces.

Authorities Recapture Fifth New Orleans Jail Escapee
New Orleans Jail Escape Fallout Continues as Manhunt Grows
Investigation into New Orleans Jail Escape Expands
The ongoing fallout from the New Orleans jail escape sees continued efforts to recapture the inmates, with several arrests made while others remain at large, exposing serious prison security concerns.

Senate Passes ‘No Tax on Tips’ Act Unanimously
Senate Approves Bill to End Federal Tax on Tips
No Tax on Tips Bill Advances in Senate
Senate passes unanimous 'No Tax on Tips' bill, aiming to boost workers’ income by eliminating federal taxes on gratuities, marking a bipartisan legislative victory.

Target Sales Drop Amid Tariff and DEI Backlash
Target Cuts Outlook as Consumer Spending Weakens
Target and major retailers report soft earnings, citing consumer backlash over tariffs and diversity policies, while warning of ongoing sales challenges due to economic uncertainty.

GOP Holds Up Trump’s Budget Bill
Freedom Caucus Chair Sees No Quick Passage for Trump Bill
Trump Slams GOP Holdouts Over ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Political turmoil continues around Trump’s megabill and leadership dynamics, as GOP holdouts face pressure, Republican lawmakers clash, and the bill’s fate remains uncertain with conservative rebellion mounting.

Dem Rep Gerry Connolly Dies at 75 After Cancer Battle
Democrat Congressman Is Third to Die This Session
Biden’s Cancer Disclosure Raises Political Fallout
Political deaths and health crises impact key figures, with multiple Democrats passing away, and controversies surrounding Biden's health and the administration's handling of information becoming focal points.
Google Unveils New AI Mode with Ads
AMD Launches 96-Core Threadripper CPU
Microsoft Backs Epic in App Store Fight
Google and Microsoft expand their AI and cloud services while companies like Nvidia and AMD announce new product launches, highlighting intense competition and innovation in the tech sector amid geopolitical tensions.

DOJ Investigates Andrew Cuomo Over Pandemic Testimony
Massachusetts Student Pleads Guilty in PowerSchool Hack
Diddy Trial Sees Sex Trafficking Testimony
Multiple high-profile investigations and legal challenges unfold including criminal probes into Andrew Cuomo, data breaches, and ongoing trials related to Diddy and others, highlighting a wave of accountability across sectors.

Deadly Tornadoes Rip Through Multiple US States
FAA Cuts Newark Flights Amid Air Traffic Chaos
Nor'easter Threatens Memorial Day Travel on East Coast
Severe weather events including tornado outbreaks and nor’easters cause widespread damage across the US, leading to casualties, flight disruptions, and government agency scrutiny over response failures.

'Cheers' Star George Wendt Dies at 76
Kevin Spacey Slams #MeToo in Lifetime Speech
Chris Brown Released on Bail Ahead of Assault Trial
The entertainment and culture world sees major events with actor George Wendt's death, Kevin Spacey’s lifetime award speech, and new film releases, while controversies surface in media coverage and celebrity legal cases.

Trump Unveils $175B Golden Dome Missile Shield
Pentagon Takes Luxury Jet from Qatar for Air Force One
China ‘Seriously Concerned’ About Trump’s Dome Project
Trump administration's major military and defense initiatives unfold with the planned 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, Pentagon accepting luxury jets, plus international reactions including China's concern and Canada’s interest.

Two Top Mexico City Aides Shot Dead
Man Plotted to Kill Rival, Feed Body to Pigs
Incidents of violence and crime rise to attention with shootings of Mexican officials, a New York man charged with a gruesome murder, and capture efforts for criminal inmates dominating headlines.

UnitedHealth Shares Fall on Secret Nursing Home Payments
Marks & Spencer Cyberattack to Slash Profits
Microsoft Blames Apple for Xbox Mobile Store Delay
Government and corporate controversies erupt involving data breaches, secret payments, and investigations, underscoring growing concerns over cybersecurity, corporate ethics, and oversight failures.

GOP Lawmaker Claims Threats After Trump Criticism
Democrats Plan ICE Obstruction After Charges Filed
JD Vance Slams Supreme Court's Chief Justice
Political turmoil unfolds as figures in GOP and Democratic parties clash over policies, investigations, and election matters, revealing ongoing partisan battles and internal disputes ahead of upcoming elections.

US Sanctions Mexican Cartel Leaders for Arms Trafficking
EU and UK Impose New Russia Sanctions Post Trump-Putin Talk
Indian Forces Kill Maoist Rebel Chief in Major Blow
Global geopolitics remain tense with US sanctions on Russian cartels, European actions over Israel's Gaza offensive, and military movements in South Asia stirring concerns about regional and international security.
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