Trump targeting immigrants from climate-vulnerable countries
A Guardian analysis shows that Trump’s immigration policies are primarily targeting people from the 22 most climate-vulnerable countries out of 39 with entry restrictions.
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Trump’s $14.8M Lincoln Memorial Pool Renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., has reopened after a $14.8 million renovation commissioned by President Donald Trump. The pool was painted a dark navy blue dubbed 'American Flag Blue' by the National Park Service.
Trump signs $70B immigration bill, crypto legislation delayed
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration funding bill on Wednesday, ending months of partisan delays, while separate efforts to pass the CLARITY Act for regulating digital assets remain stalled in Congress.
Platner Wins Maine Democratic Primary, Challenges Collins in Senate Race
Graham Platner has won the Maine Democratic Senate primary and will challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the November election, according to NBC News and Al Jazeera.
Trump Booed in New York as First US President to Attend NBA Finals
Donald Trump was booed at the NBA Finals in New York as he became the first sitting US president to attend the event, according to the BBC.
Jailed Crypto Founder Bankman-Fried Seeks Trump Pardon
Sam Bankman-Fried, the former crypto billionaire serving a 25-year sentence for fraud, has applied for a pardon from former President Donald Trump, according to Department of Justice records.
Trump abruptly ends NBC interview after clash over ‘rigged election’ claim
US President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC's Meet the Press on Sunday after a confrontation over his claim that the 2020 election was 'rigged,' according to the BBC.
Graham Platner’s ‘Weaponized’ Past Amid New Allegations
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner said his past is being 'weaponized' in a public appearance on Friday, as new allegations from multiple women surface in the New York Times.
Protests grow in Albania against Trump-Kushner-linked resort
Protests have grown in Albania against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, according to SZ.de and T-Online.
Graham Platner Faces Another Controversy Before Maine Senate Primary
Graham Platner, a political novice and oyster farmer running for the U.S. Senate in Maine, faces another controversy days ahead of the primary, with allegations including a Nazi-themed tattoo and inappropriate text messages. Platner has denied the claims, calling them politically motivated.
Trump Makes Pitch to Farmers Amid Tariff Fallout in Wisconsin
US President Donald Trump visited Wisconsin on Friday to rally support from farmers affected by tariffs and high prices, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump to Meet AI Leaders, Discuss US Investment in Their Companies
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with leaders of artificial intelligence companies to discuss increased U.S. investment in their firms. This development comes amid growing global competition in the AI sector.
Arkansas Sheriff Nominee’s Murder Charge Dropped
A murder charge against Aaron Spencer, a sheriff nominee in Arkansas who killed his daughter’s alleged abuser, was dismissed after a critical dash camera memory card was lost. The court ruled the loss of evidence was so egregious it warranted dismissal.
Trump White House Ballroom Project Costs Double to $400M
Plans for a new White House ballroom under US President Donald Trump have expanded significantly over the past year, with the estimated cost doubling to $400 million and now including a rooftop drone port and underground hospital, according to BBC Verify.
Robert De Niro Slams Trump, Praises Ariana Grande
Robert De Niro criticized Donald Trump as 'immoral, cruel, and corrupt' during the Tribeca Festival, while also praising Ariana Grande for her professionalism and positive energy.