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Trump Confirms CIA Covert Ops in Venezuela

President Trump said he authorized covert CIA operations inside Venezuela to combat drug trafficking and pressure the Maduro regime, marking a major escalation in U S policy that raises the prospect of expanded clandestine activity in Latin America

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100% - IMF projects global government debt to reach 100% of GDP by 2029

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"We will disarm them, maybe violently" — President Donald Trump

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Trump Confirms CIA Covert Ops in Venezuela

President Trump confirmed authorization of covert CIA activity in Venezuela, escalating pressure on the Maduro regime and raising the prospect of broader operations in the region. The announcement signals a new phase in U S policy toward Caracas and narco trafficking.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Layoff Plan

Federal courts have intervened to halt the administration's planned mass firings of federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown. Judges issued temporary orders blocking layoffs and ordered a pause while legal challenges proceed, creating a major political and operational hurdle.

Supreme Court Hears Case That Could Limit Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a pivotal redistricting case that could sharply narrow Section 2 protections of the Voting Rights Act. Justices questioned race based mapmaking and signaled a potential shift that would reshape congressional districts nationwide.

IDF Says Body Returned by Hamas Not a Hostage

Tensions in the fragile Gaza ceasefire rose after Israeli authorities said a body returned by Hamas did not match any known hostages. The mismatch complicates the ceasefire process and raises new diplomatic and humanitarian hurdles as exchanges continue.

F5 Network Compromised by China Linked Hackers

A major breach of F5's network has been traced to nation state actors linked to China, who reportedly used the Brickstorm malware to steal source code over an extended intrusion. The incident endangers thousands of customers and triggered urgent cybersecurity warnings.

NTSB Finds Faulty Engineering Caused Titan Sub Implosion

The NTSB concluded that faulty engineering and inadequate safety practices led to the catastrophic implosion of the Titan submersible during a 2023 dive to the Titanic wreck. The finding blames design and testing failures and raises fresh scrutiny of commercial deep sea tourism.

Dozens of Pentagon Reporters Walk Out Over New Media Rules

Pentagon reporters protested new reporting restrictions by turning in credentials and walking out of the building, escalating a standoff over press access at the Defense Department. Separately, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's plane made an unscheduled emergency landing in the UK after a windshield crack, drawing scrutiny as he presses media changes.

Los Angeles County Declares Emergency Over ICE Raids

Los Angeles County officials declared a local state of emergency in response to federal immigration enforcement actions that they say are creating fear and civic disruption. The move is aimed at protecting immigrant communities and coordinating county services amid raids.

DOT Withholds Over 40M From California Over Trucker Language Rule

The Department of Transportation announced it will withhold more than $40 million from California after finding the state failed to enforce English proficiency standards for commercial truck drivers. The funding hold signals a new federal strategy to enforce regulatory compliance.

Trump Treasury Doubles Argentina Bailout Plan

The White House and Treasury moved to expand financial support for Argentina, with officials arranging a larger private sector facility and the administration effectively doubling the proposed aid. The plan aims to stabilize Argentina's crisis bound economy and protect global markets.

Trump Says US Is Already in Trade War With China

President Trump publicly declared the United States is already engaged in a trade war with China as tensions spike over tariffs and export controls. The comment reflects escalating economic confrontation ahead of high level talks and could broaden into new restrictions.

Treasury Warns World May Decouple From China Over Export Curbs

U S Treasury officials warned that countries may decouple supply chains from China in response to Beijing's export curbs on critical materials. The statement underscores a growing push to reduce strategic reliance on Chinese manufacturing and raw inputs.

Trump May Attend Supreme Court Tariff Arguments

President Trump said he may attend Supreme Court arguments over his tariff authority, elevating the political stakes of the case. The looming hearing will determine the legality of his unilateral trade measures and could set a major precedent for executive power.

FBI Operation Summer Heat Tallies Historic Arrests

The FBI's Operation Summer Heat posted large numbers of violent crime arrests and large drug seizures, figures the administration hailed as historic. Law enforcement's aggressive campaign is central to the White House message on public safety and border enforcement.

Trump Orders Pentagon to Keep Troops Paid During Shutdown

Amid the shutdown the White House directed the Pentagon to ensure service members receive paychecks by reallocating available funds. The memo seeks to shield troops from the political standoff while the broader funding fight continues in Washington.

Leaked Young Republicans Chat Includes Hitler References

Leaked group chats from Young Republicans revealed racist and Hitler praising messages that have prompted leadership fallout and bipartisan condemnation. The exposure has triggered calls for investigations and amplified internal GOP tensions over culture and standards.

American Flag With Swastika Found in GOP Office

An altered American flag bearing a swastika was discovered in a Republican congressman's office and is under investigation by Capitol Police. The incident has provoked denunciations, an internal probe, and fresh concerns about extremist symbolism inside government spaces.

USC Graduate Student Arrested in Serial Drugging and Rape Investigation

A University of Southern California graduate student was arrested and charged in an investigation alleging multiple drugging and sexual assaults. Authorities warn the case may involve several victims and continue to investigate related incidents on campus.

Authorities Identify 14 Victims of Tennessee Plant Explosion

Authorities have used rapid DNA analysis to identify 14 victims of a deadly Tennessee plant explosion and continue work to identify remaining remains. The technological forensic effort has provided closure for families amid ongoing criminal and safety probes.

Truck Driver Charged in Fiery Crash That Killed Eight Family Members

A tractor trailer driver was charged after a multi vehicle crash that killed eight family members including children in Georgia. Prosecutors allege criminal negligence and multiple counts of vehicular homicide as investigators reconstruct the chain reaction collision.

Alaska Airlifts Hundreds After Storm Devastates Coastal Villages

Remnants of Typhoon Halong devastated coastal Alaskan villages and triggered one of the largest airlifts in state history to evacuate hundreds of residents. Officials are coordinating emergency shelter, medical response, and reconstruction in severely damaged communities.

Big Banks Flag Hidden Risks Despite Strong Earnings

The nation’s largest banks reported strong earnings but warned of hidden risks such as trade friction and the impact of tariffs on costs. Wall Street sees robust profits even as corporate leaders flag vulnerabilities that could hit markets if tensions worsen.

IMF Warns Global Government Debt to Top 100 Percent of GDP by 2029

The International Monetary Fund warned that global government debt could reach roughly 100 percent of world GDP by 2029, a sharp fiscal warning for policymakers. The forecast highlights the mounting financial strain from stimulus, borrowing, and geopolitical shocks.

Sources Say China Compromised UK Government Servers for Years

Sources say Chinese state actors breached UK government servers for at least a decade, routinely accessing low and medium level classified material. The report raises major questions about long term espionage and diplomatic fallout between London and Beijing.