Trump Officials Threaten Kennedy Center Demolition
Trump administration lawyers have threatened to demolish the Kennedy Center if renovations are blocked by the court, according to court documents.
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Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy has cleared all mines from the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over energy supply risks. The Strait is a critical global oil route where tensions remain high between the U.S. and Iran.
Supreme Court Backs Trump Mail-In Voting Plan as Midterms Loom
The US supreme court has supported Donald Trump's effort to restrict mail-in voting, a decision that could impact the November midterm elections, according to the Guardian.
AIPAC’s Political Standing Declining as Candidates Distance Themselves
Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers has reportedly asked AIPAC not to support his campaign, signaling a potential decline in the pro-Israel lobby's influence. According to US media, this comes as growing public disillusionment with Israel-backed policies emerges.
US Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting
The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to proceed with his executive order restricting mail voting, according to a ruling on Monday. The decision comes as the November midterm elections approach.
Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Sparks Speculation Ahead of Midterms
United States House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has met privately with Jared Kushner, US President Trump’s son-in-law and a top outside adviser, in a signal that the White House is seeking ways to work with Democrats if they wrestle majority control from Republicans in the midterm elections, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump arrives at high-speed IndyCar race through Washington’s streets
President Donald Trump will participate in a pre-race procession before the IndyCar race through Washington’s streets, where cars will reach speeds approaching 200 mph, according to Fox News Digital.
Trump Says Canada Wants ‘Benefits’ of Being US State
US President Donald Trump said Canada wants 'the benefits of being a State, without being one' after trade talks collapsed, according to the BBC.
Pro-Israel Lobby’s Influence on US Elections
The pro-Israel lobby has swayed US presidents since Truman, according to The Guardian. The lobby now plays 'smash-mouth politics,' according to John Mearsheimer in the Washington Report on Middle East Affairs.
Trump’s ‘Economic D-Day’ Against Iran: Impact and Reactions
US President Donald Trump has announced what he called the 'most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country,' targeting Iran's financial channels and trade networks. Vice-President JD Vance has described the sanctions as a 'new phase' of the conflict.
Como mayor bans bikes after being hit by electric bike
Alessandro Rapinese, the mayor of Como, has banned all bikes from the city centre following a collision with an electric bike. According to The Guardian and BBC, the ban will affect both e-bikes and traditional bicycles.
Natalie Harp: Trump’s Aide and 35-Year-Old ‘Special Assistant’
Natalie Harp, 35, has become a prominent figure in Donald Trump’s inner circle, drawing public attention after Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff mocked Trump for preferring to 'travel with Natalie' rather than 'do the job' of president.
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo now deadliest in country’s history
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has now recorded more than 5,000 cases and over 2,300 deaths, making it the deadliest in the country’s history since the 2018–2020 Zaire outbreak, according to DRC government data.
US National Debt Passes $40tn After Doubling in a Decade
The US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, having doubled in a decade, driven by spending under the Trump and Biden administrations, according to the BBC and The Guardian.
Colombian Activist Forced to Leave US After Criticising Trump-Backed Politician
Franklin Humberto Coral Garrido, a Colombian activist, was detained and forced to leave the United States after criticizing Donald Trump-aligned candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, according to a report from The Guardian.