Trump Claims Other Presidents Flouted War Powers Law
President Donald Trump has insisted he doesn't need congressional authorisation to continue the war with Iran, arguing that past US commanders-in-chief didn't seek such approval, according to BBC.
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Who shot a Secret Service officer at the Trump press dinner? Court questions remain
A U.S. government court filing on April 30 raised questions about whether the suspect actually shot a Secret Service officer during a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, where President Donald Trump was present.
US to cut 5,000 troops in Germany amid Trump-Merz spat
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of around 5,000 American troops stationed in Germany, the Pentagon said on Friday. The drawdown comes amid heightened tensions between US President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Trump Tells Congress Ceasefire Ends Iran War Authorization
President Donald Trump has informed Congress that US hostilities with Iran have terminated due to a ceasefire, stating he no longer needs their approval for the conflict, according to the BBC.
Brazil Congress Approves Plan to Cut Bolsonaro’s Jail Term
Brazil's Congress has overturned a veto of a bill that would drastically reduce former president Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence for plotting a coup after he lost the last election, according to the BBC.
Merz insists on Vertrauensfrage over Scholz ahead of Trump engagement
CDU leader Friedrich Merz has urged Chancellor Olaf Scholz to initiate a confidence vote to pave the way for snap elections, according to Spiegel and DIE ZEIT.
FCC probes ‘The View’ amid Trump-era controversy
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is investigating ABC's 'The View' following complaints by President Donald Trump, according to Spiegel. The probe centers on whether the show violated the Equal Time Rule during a recent guest appearance by a Democratic candidate.
Supreme Court Limits Race in Electoral Maps
The US Supreme Court limited the ability of lawmakers to consider race when drawing voting maps, in a 6-3 decision that could reshape politics in the American south, according to the BBC.
Trump Attacks Kentucky Rep. Massie, GOP Unites Behind Rival
President Donald Trump on Wednesday attacked Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie as 'disloyal to America' and backed his GOP primary challenger, highlighting growing tensions within the party over the Iran war and political loyalty.
Trump Skeptical of Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Proposal, Talks Stall
U.S. President Donald Trump is skeptical of Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Wall Street Journal. The stalled negotiations highlight tensions over war-ending measures and nuclear talks.
Trump’s Greenland push sparks global concern ahead of elections
President Donald Trump’s escalating efforts to acquire Greenland have raised concerns among European allies, with fears of a trade war and potential NATO tensions. According to CNN, Trump has threatened new tariffs and used aggressive rhetoric to pressure Denmark into handing over the territory.
White House Press Dinner Shooting: Suspect, Quotes, and Trump’s Response
A suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting has been identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old teacher from California, according to the White House. President Donald Trump and other officials were evacuated after gunfire was heard at the Washington Hilton.
Trump to attend first White House press dinner in years of avoidance
Former President Donald Trump will attend the White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time in years, according to Al Jazeera. This marks a shift from his previous pattern of refusing invitations to the event.
Brazil Congress Approves Bill Reducing Bolsonaro’s Sentence
Brazil’s congress has approved a bill reducing the prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted of attempting a coup, according to The Guardian.
Milei Seeks Falklands Support via Trump Ties
Argentina’s President Javier Milei has intensified his stance on the Falklands claim, leveraging his close relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Al Jazeera.