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Trump-Putin Diesel Deal Alarms EU, Ukraine
A US sanctions exemption letting Russian diesel flow to world markets has alarmed Kyiv and Europe, who call it a gift to Moscow's war effort.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Pitches His Golf Club as a Camp David-Style Retreat
Trump proposes turning his private Florida golf club into a Camp David-style presidential retreat, raising conflict-of-interest questions.
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International-PoliticsMiddle East
Trump Says Iran War Will End 'Very Soon'
Trump says the war with Iran will 'end very soon,' even as the U.S. surges a third carrier to the Middle East and weighs post-midterm strikes.
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MilitaryInternational
US Sends Third Carrier to Middle East in Iran Buildup
The US is dispatching a third aircraft carrier and nearly 10,000 troops to the Middle East, deepening its buildup as Trump weighs strikes on Iran.
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TechnologyPolitics
Trump, Tech Giants Sign Voluntary AI Self-Policing Accord
Trump and AI executives signed a voluntary White House accord on self-policing AI, rebranding it 'super intelligence' while rejecting US-China cooperation.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump's $810M Pocket Rescission: What to Know
Trump withheld $810 million in federal funds via a pocket rescission before the fiscal year ends. Here's what the maneuver means and why critics cry foul.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump's $810M Pocket Rescission: What to Know
President Trump withheld $810 million via a 'pocket rescission' days before the fiscal year ends. Here's what's affected and why it's contested.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Unveils $15B Iowa Mega-Steel Plant
Trump announced a $15B Iowa steel plant by Mesabi Metallics, touted as the largest in US history, with 1,750 jobs but no production until 2030.
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InternationalPolitics
Trump Rejects Iran's Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump rejected Iran's seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, deepening a standoff over the oil chokepoint as both sides brace for the midterms.
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PoliticsWorld
Trump Hosts Xi for Final Day of State Visit
Trump hosted Xi Jinping for the final day of a three-day state visit, closing a summit heavy on pageantry but light on substance.
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PoliticsUnited States
CNN, MS NOW, Politico Sue Trump Over White House Press Ban
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sued Trump after reporters were barred from the White House, escalating a First Amendment fight over press access.
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PoliticsMedia
CNN, MS NOW, Politico Sue Trump Over White House Ban
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sued Trump after their reporters were barred from the White House, as the TV pool halted coverage in protest.
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PoliticsInternational
Trump Bars CNN, MS NOW, Politico From White House
Trump barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters from the White House, a move Democrats and press groups call a First Amendment assault.
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MediaPolitics
Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico From White House
Trump banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, and their reporters were denied entry Saturday. A legal fight over press access looms.
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PoliticsUnited States
GOP's $150M Trump-Backed Ad Blitz Hits Key Races
Trump-aligned super PACs have reserved over $150 million in ads, giving Republicans a major spending edge in the final weeks of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump's $138M Midterm Blitz Reshapes GOP Strategy
Trump's political operation has reserved nearly $138 million to defend Republican majorities, routing much of it through two new pop-up super PACs.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump-Backed Crypto Bill Defeated in Senate
The CLARITY Act failed a key Senate procedural vote, dealing a major setback to the crypto industry and President Trump's digital asset agenda.
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JusticePolitics
Ex-CIA Chief Brennan Subpoenaed in 'Grand Conspiracy' Probe
Former CIA Director John Brennan must testify before a Florida grand jury on Oct. 15 as part of a Trump-aligned 'grand conspiracy' investigation.
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International PoliticsMiddle East
Trump: Iran War to End Right After Midterms
Trump says the US war with Iran will end 'right after' November's midterms, but privately his advisers warn it could last through his term.
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PoliticsUnited States
Empty Seats and Trump's 'Dividend' at GOP Convention
Republicans rallied around Trump at their first midterm convention, but empty seats and a $5,000 'dividend' raised questions about base enthusiasm.
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Politics
Trump Campaigns as If on Ballot for Midterm Elections
Trump opens first-ever GOP midterm convention in Dallas, asking voters to 'pretend I'm on the ballot' amid a difficult political climate.
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Politics
Trump Makes Third Supreme Court Appeal on Mail Ballots
Trump administration files third Supreme Court appeal seeking to enforce mail ballot restrictions ahead of November midterm elections.
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PoliticsLegal
Trump appeals to Supreme Court on mail ballot rules
Trump administration files third Supreme Court appeal to allow mail ballot restrictions, with states already sending ballots for the November midterms.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump's Boom Promise Collides With Jobs Report Reality
Strong August jobs report raises Fed rate hike odds, complicating Trump's economic narrative two months before midterm elections.
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PoliticsVeterans
Veterans Fight to Block Trump's Arch Excavation
Vietnam War veterans seek court order to stop excavation on Trump's 250-foot arch near Arlington, which lacks final federal approval.
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Arts & CulturePolitics
Kennedy Center ceiling collapse fuels Trump renovation push
A ceiling collapse at the Kennedy Center renews the Trump-backed push for a two-year closure and renovation amid an ongoing legal dispute.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump's Boom Narrative Strains Against Economic Reality
Despite a solid August jobs report, Trump's boom narrative faces headwinds from inflation, tariffs, and affordability concerns.
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PoliticsElections
Judge Extends Block on Trump Mail Voting Order
Federal judge extends block on Trump executive order restricting mail voting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
—4 min read
PoliticsInternational Relations
Trump Announces Landmark US-Venezuela Oil Deal
Trump announces a sweeping US-Venezuela deal giving Washington control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, sparking praise and legal questions.
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Politics
Trump Noncitizen Voting Claims Fuel Midterm Election Fears
Trump and allies amplify noncitizen voting claims ahead of midterms, raising concerns about election integrity and potential result challenges.
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PoliticsEconomy
Unanswered Questions Loom Over Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal
Trump's oil deal with Venezuela raises questions about terms, scope, and legality. Analysts seek clarity on the unprecedented agreement.
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InternationalEnergy
US Secures Control of 65B Barrels of Venezuela Oil
Trump announces landmark deal giving US majority control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves, reshaping global energy markets.
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LegalMedia
Trump Expands $15B Defamation Suit Against NYT
Trump filed an updated 62-page defamation complaint against the New York Times, adding new claims while maintaining a $15 billion damages demand.
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PoliticsInternational
Trump Signs Order Renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'
President Trump signs executive order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America,' sparking backlash from Canada and U.S. Democrats amid escalating trade war.
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Politics
Trump's Midterm Strategy Faces Test in Nebraska Swing Race
President Trump is centering the 2026 midterm message on himself, but that strategy may not resonate in Nebraska's rare swing district.
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TradePolitics
US, Canada reach last-minute deal to delay 50% tariffs
Trump announces three-day pause on 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after last-minute deal, averting trade escalation between the two neighbors.
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PoliticsWorld
Trump Threatens to Bomb Oman Over Iran Strait Deal
President Trump threatened to bomb Oman over its deal with Iran to manage Strait of Hormuz shipping, escalating tensions as the US-Iran ceasefire expires.
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PoliticsEconomy
US-Canada Race to Avert Trump's 50% Tariffs Before Deadline
US and Canada hold last-minute talks to prevent Trump's threatened 50% tariffs on $20B of Canadian goods from taking effect Wednesday.
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HealthPolitics
Drug Prices Drop Sharply, But Who Deserves the Credit?
Prescription drug prices fell 3.1% year-over-year, the steepest drop since 1963. Trump claims credit, but experts cite complex factors.
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Politics
Trump Blames Vandals for Damaged National Mall Grass
Trump blames vandals for damaged grass at the National Mall where his July 4 celebration was held, drawing scrutiny from turf experts.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Orders Reduction in US-Korea Drills; Seoul Proceeds
Trump orders substantial reduction in US-South Korea military exercises, citing his relationship with Kim Jong-un. Seoul says drills proceed as scheduled.
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Politics
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Ballroom Construction
Trump's administration asks the Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue during appeal, citing national security.
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International RelationsMilitary
Iran Rejects Trump's Claim Over Strait of Hormuz
Iran's deputy foreign minister asserts Tehran's exclusive control over the Strait of Hormuz, dismissing Trump's pledge to claim the waterway.
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InternationalPolitics
US Senators Demand Answers Over Trump Diamond Ring Gift
US senators accuse Antwerp diamond dealers of potential bribery after a gold ring gifted to Trump preceded a tariff exemption for European diamonds.
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International RelationsPolitics
Trump Pivots to Sanctions as Iran War Strategy Shifts
Trump administration returns to sanctions as primary Iran strategy after military and diplomatic approaches fail to end the conflict.
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Politics
White House Releases Docs on Secret FBI Trump-Russia Probe
Declassified FBI memos reveal the 'Oxferd Comma' probe investigated whether Trump acted as a Russian asset when he fired Comey in 2017.
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National SecurityPolitics
Pentagon Crisis Meeting After Trump Fury on Weapons
Pentagon holds crisis meeting on weapons shortfall after angry Trump call, sources say, as depleted munitions threaten military options against Iran.
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SecurityPolitics
Armed Man Arrested at Trump Golf Course Faces Charges
A former Marine was arrested at Trump's California golf course with loaded weapons days before the president's visit, adding to a decade of threats.
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International Politics
Trump Cancels Iran Strike, Says Deal Perimeters Reached
President Trump says he agreed to cancel a planned military strike on Iran, claiming deal perimeters have been reached. Iran denies the claim.
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InternationalPolitics
Hamas Agrees to Trump-Brokered Disarmament Deal
Hamas tells AP it accepts Trump's deal to disarm, a potential Gaza breakthrough that still faces major hurdles.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Touts Tariffs in Michigan; Costs Worry His Supporters
Trump rallied in Michigan to promote tariffs, as data shows 8,300 jobs lost and rising costs worry his own supporters ahead of the primary.
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PoliticsLaw
Trump and DOJ Ask Supreme Court to Overturn $83M Verdict
President Trump and the DOJ ask the Supreme Court to toss an $83.3M defamation verdict in the E. Jean Carroll case, testing presidential immunity.
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PoliticsLaw
Trump Demanded Comey Interview Details, New Filing Alleges
A new court filing alleges President Trump demanded regular updates on the Secret Service investigation of James Comey over a seashell post.
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PoliticsUS
Democrats Push Anti-Corruption as Trump Profiteering Swells
With 92% of voters seeing corruption as a big problem, Democrats push anti-corruption reforms to counter Trump's $4B in profits. Can they win trust?
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump in Michigan: Defending Economic Policies Amid Tariffs
President Trump visits Michigan to promote his economic policies as new 50% Canadian tariffs threaten the state's auto industry and manufacturing sector.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump's Tariffs: 5 Implications for the US Economy
President Trump's permanent tariffs on 80+ countries add $1,100 in annual household costs. Here are five implications as court battles continue.
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PoliticsEducation
Trump FERPA Crackdown: Schools Hiding Gender Transitions
President Trump announced FERPA enforcement against Maryland and Michigan schools for concealing students' gender transitions from parents.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Pressures Thune: Keep Senate In Session For SAVE Act
President Trump demands Senate Majority Leader Thune cancel recess and pass the SAVE Act, escalating GOP tensions over voting rights and the filibuster.
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InternationalPolitics
Trump Orders Pause in Iran Strikes Amid Diplomatic Push
Trump paused U.S. strikes on Iran after 13 nights as Omani mediators arrived in Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid Houthi attacks on Saudi oil.
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PoliticsLaw
Appeals Court Blocks Trump Mail-in Voting Order
Federal appeals court blocks Trump's executive order tightening mail-in voting in 23 states, setting up likely Supreme Court showdown before midterms.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump Imposes New Tariffs Amid Iran War, Threatening Economy
Trump's new 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 nations took effect July 24. The Iran war compounds pressures on an already resilient U.S. economy.
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SportsPolitics
Trump Hosts Dodgers at White House Amid Controversy
President Trump welcomed the World Series champion Dodgers to the White House as star players Betts and Hernández declined to attend.
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International PoliticsMilitary
Trump Threatens Strike on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain Site
Trump threatens to strike Iran's underground Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site; Iran warns any attack would be considered an expansion of war.
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TradeEconomy
Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods in Trade War
President Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods under a 1930s trade law, targeting autos, alcohol and dairy. Canada calls it a USMCA violation.
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PoliticsEconomy
Behind Trump's $3.47 Gas: An NFL Coach and Two Brothers
An investigation reveals the unlikely coalition behind Trump's Freedom Fuel Network: a Ravens coach, a GOP fundraiser and two New Jersey brothers.
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PoliticsLaw
Trump $1 Coin Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Federal Laws
The U.S. Mint is minting a $1 coin featuring President Trump, but legal experts say it violates federal laws prohibiting living individuals on currency.
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PoliticsLegal
Trump $1 Coin Faces Legal Challenges, Experts Say
The new Trump-branded $1 coin is facing legal scrutiny as experts argue it violates federal laws governing currency and political memorabilia.
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Trade and EconomyPolitics
Trump Administration Races to Rebuild US Tariff Wall
With a July 24 deadline looming after the Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs, the Trump administration scrambles to find new legal pathways.
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Politics
Trump Uses Federal Power to Tighten Grip on 2026 Midterms
Trump is using federal authority to gain unprecedented control over the 2026 midterm elections, raising concerns about democratic integrity.
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PoliticsEconomy
Landmark Housing Bill Becomes Law Without Trump's Signature
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, the largest housing bill in decades, became law automatically after Trump refused to sign it over a voter ID dispute.
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US PoliticsEconomy
Landmark Housing Bill Becomes Law Without Trump's Signature
The largest housing affordability bill in decades became law automatically after President Trump refused to sign it in protest over a voting bill.
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PoliticsElections
Trump Ousts Election Commission Members in Voting Overhaul
President Trump fired all remaining Election Assistance Commission members, leaving the federal agency unable to act months before the midterm elections.
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PoliticsEconomy
Housing Bill Becomes Law After Trump Refuses to Sign
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law automatically at midnight after President Trump refused to sign it, marking a rare constitutional maneuver.
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International Relations & TradePolitics
Trump Strikes Deal with Canada to Open Gordie Howe Bridge
President Trump announces a renegotiated deal with Canada to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor on July 27.
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PoliticsElections
Trump Fires Election Commission Members Ahead of Midterms
President Trump fired all remaining Election Assistance Commission members, leaving the agency unable to act ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsInfrastructure
Trump's Arch Clears Key Hurdle in Height Limit Debate
The NCPC approved preliminary plans for Trump's 250-foot arch but deferred a decision on whether D.C.'s height law applies.
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Crime & JusticePolitics
Olympian Pleads Not Guilty in Reflecting Pool Damage Case
Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleads not guilty to felony charges over alleged Reflecting Pool damage in a case his attorneys call politically motivated.
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PoliticsInternational Affairs
Trump Declares Iran Cease-Fire Over, Offers Ukraine Patriots
At the NATO summit, Trump declared the Iran cease-fire over, offered Ukraine Patriot missile production, and demanded an end to trade with Spain.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Team Eyes Australia-Style Retirement Plan for Workers
Trump administration explores Australia-style retirement system for American workers, modeled on the country's mandatory superannuation program.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump's Foreign Investment Boom Hits Economic Headwinds
Trump promised a foreign investment boom driven by tariff threats. Now a strong dollar, high rates, and global uncertainty push capital away.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump Claims Credit for Walmart Price Cuts, Company Silent
President Trump says Walmart cut prices at his administration's request, but the retailer's official statement makes no mention of the White House.
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International Politics
Trump Offers to Broker Ukraine Peace in 90-Minute Putin Call
Trump and Putin held a 90-minute phone call on July 4, with Trump offering to help end the Ukraine war. Zelenskyy also spoke with Trump.
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PoliticsWorld
Pastor Freed From Chinese Prison Weeks After Trump Request
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, detained since October 2025, has been freed from Chinese prison after President Trump raised his case with Xi Jinping.
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FinancePolitics
Trump Memecoin Earned Him $636M as Investors Lost $3.8B
Blockchain data shows 988,905 retail investors lost $3.81B on Trump's memecoin while he pocketed $636M, igniting debate over market fairness and ethics.
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PoliticsLaw
Trump Pardons Former Abramoff Partner, Emissions Offenders
Trump pardoned 11 people July 3, including a former Abramoff partner and nine convicted of bypassing emissions controls, continuing his clemency push.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Reshapes Midterm Election Rules in Unprecedented Push
Trump uses executive power to overhaul election rules ahead of the midterms, sparking legal battles over mail-in voting, voter ID and redistricting.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump Announces Gas Price Cuts Ahead of July 4 Celebration
Trump announces Freedom Fuel Network will cut gas prices at 25 Philadelphia-area stations on July 3, as the administration pressures retailers.
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Trade & BusinessPolitics
Trump Tariffs on Mexican Beer Could Backfire, Report Warns
New report warns Trump's tariffs on Mexican beer could harm American workers. 74% of economic value from brands like Modelo flows to U.S. firms.
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Foreign PolicyPolitics
Trump: Iran Denuclearization 'Very Simple' as Talks Continue
Trump calls Iran denuclearization 'very simple' as US and Iranian envoys continue indirect talks through Qatari mediators in Doha.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Declares Food Emergency, Suspends Fertilizer Tariffs
President Trump declares a national food supply emergency and suspends tariffs on Moroccan phosphate fertilizer for eight months to help farmers.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Dismisses Landmark Housing Bill as 'Big Yawn'
President Trump calls bipartisan housing legislation 'a big yawn' as affordability worsens, sparking criticism from both parties ahead of midterms.
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International RelationsPolitics
Trump Presses Syria on Hezbollah, Raising Regional Alarm
Trump pushes Syria to confront Hezbollah, alarming Lebanon and Israel. Syria's leader rejects military action as regional tensions escalate.
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PoliticsTrade
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs Over Europe Digital Tax
Trump threatens 100% tariffs on European imports over digital services taxes on US tech companies, escalating transatlantic trade tensions.
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PoliticsLegal
Judge Blocks Key Parts of Trump's Mail-in Voting Order
A federal judge in Boston blocked key parts of President Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting, ruling it likely exceeds presidential authority.
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AgricultureEconomy
Farmers See Little Relief Despite Iran Fertilizer Deal
Urea prices fell 50% after the U.S.-Iran peace deal, but American farmers say on-farm relief remains months away as planting damage is already done.
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International Politics
Trump Tells NATO Chief Rutte: Allies 'Let Us Down' Over Iran
President Trump confronted NATO chief Mark Rutte at the White House, accusing European allies of failing to support the US-Israeli war against Iran.
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PoliticsImmigration
Supreme Court Expands Trump Immigration Powers in Two Cases
Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to allow Trump to block asylum seekers at the border and end TPS for Haitians and Syrians, shifting immigration law.
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PoliticsWar
Senate GOP Rejects War Powers Resolution After Trump Clash
Senate Republicans voted down a war powers resolution on Iran after Trump berated them at a closed-door Capitol meeting, flipping two GOP senators' votes.
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PoliticsLaw
Judge Blocks Trump Executive Order on Federal Voter List
A federal judge in Boston blocked key provisions of Trump's executive order creating a federal voter list, ruling it violates the separation of powers.
—5 min read
PoliticsEconomy
Michigan Candidate Accuses Trump Blocking Bridge for Donor
Mallory McMorrow launches ad accusing Trump of blocking the Gordie Howe Bridge to benefit a billionaire donor who gave $1M to his super PAC.
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PoliticsNational Monuments
Trump Blames Vandals for Pool Crisis; Records Show Neglect
Trump blames vandals for the Reflecting Pool's algae and peeling paint, but internal records and experts point to neglect and rushed no-bid contracting.
—5 min read
CrimePolitics
7 Killed, 38 Injured in Chicago Weekend Shootings
Seven people killed and 38 wounded in a series of shootings across Chicago over Juneteenth weekend, reigniting debate over federal intervention.
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PoliticsInternational Relations
Darya Safai: Trump's Iran Deal a 'Catastrophe' for the West
Flemish-Iranian MP Darya Safai calls Trump's Iran deal a catastrophe, warning the West is investing in future murderers by funding the Iranian regime.
—4 min read
ImmigrationReligion
Pope Leo Invokes First US Saint in Immigration Message
Pope Leo XIV honored St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, America's first saint, with a pro-immigration message intensifying friction with President Trump.
—4 min read
PoliticsLaw
Trump Officials Quashed Probe Into Fraudster's Clemency
Trump political appointees at DOJ shut down a federal investigation into whether improper payments facilitated the commutation of David Gentile's sentence.
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PoliticsCulture
America's 250th: Rival Celebrations Reflect a Divided Nation
As America turns 250, competing Trump-aligned and bipartisan celebrations reveal deep political divisions over how to commemorate the nation's history.
—4 min read
PoliticsEconomy
Trump's Iran Deal Splits GOP as Gas Prices Drop Below $4
Trump's Iran deal splits Republicans as gas prices drop below $4. A new poll finds most Americans disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy.
—5 min read
International PoliticsEconomy
EU Approves Turnberry Deal as Trump Threatens New Surtaxes
European Parliament approves Turnberry trade deal as Trump proposes new tariffs of up to 12.5% on EU goods over forced labor concerns.
—5 min read
PoliticsUS
Senate Democrats Block Bipartisan Bills to Counter Trump
Senate Democrats are blocking even bipartisan legislation, including FISA renewal, in an aggressive new strategy to counter the Trump administration.
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PoliticsInternational Affairs
Trump Announces Iran Peace Deal, Cancels Military Strikes
President Trump cancels strikes on Iran, claims peace deal imminent. Global oil reserves drain as Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
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PoliticsImmigration
Trump Signs $70B Immigration Enforcement Megabill Into Law
President Trump signed the Secure America Act, a $70 billion Republican megabill funding ICE and CBP through 2029, ending a months-long partisan standoff.
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Foreign PolicyPolitics
Trump's Sharp Turn on China: Embracing It as a Peer Power
The Trump administration shifts from confrontation to embracing China as a peer power, with major implications for Taiwan policy and US alliances in Asia.
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PoliticsImmigration
House Set to Vote on $70 Billion GOP Immigration Bill
House Republicans push $70 billion immigration bill funding Trump's crackdown through his term. Senate passed 52-47; vote expected after 4:30 p.m. ET.
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International ConflictPolitics
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at Israel, Breaking Ceasefire
Iran's IRGC launched ballistic missiles at Israel on June 7, the first such attack since the April ceasefire. Israel retaliated as Trump urged restraint.
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PoliticsMiddle East Conflict & Economy
Trump Claims Iran Nuclear Promise; Critics Disagree
President Trump says Iran agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, but experts note Tehran has made the same pledge for over 50 years through the NPT.
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PoliticsImmigration & Politics
Senate Passes $70B Immigration Bill, Rejects Trump Fund Ban
The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill after rejecting amendments to permanently ban President Trump's $1.8 billion settlement fund.
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PoliticsUnited States
Senate Passes $70B ICE and Border Patrol Funding Package
Senate passes $70B ICE and Border Patrol funding package 52-47, a win for Trump amid GOP divisions over a controversial settlement fund.
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PoliticsElections
GOP Rebukes Trump in Iowa Primary, Fidelity Month Launches
Zach Lahn defeats Trump's pick in Iowa GOP primary, Republican governors rebrand June as Fidelity Month, and more.
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PoliticsCulture
Trump Tariffs, Obama Museum, and Key Stories Shaping America
Trump pursues new tariff strategy, Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago, schools grapple with screen bans, and more notable stories.
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Trade & EconomyPolitics
Trump Proposes Tariffs on 60 Nations, Fights Refund Order
Trump proposes Section 301 tariffs on 59 countries and the EU over forced labor, while appealing a court order for $166 billion in refunds.
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PoliticsLegal
Trump Scraps $1.8B Fund but Keeps IRS Audit Shield
Acting AG Todd Blanche says the $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund is dead, but the IRS audit shield protecting Trump's past tax returns remains.
—4 min read
PoliticsLegal
Trump Administration Scraps $1.8B Fund for Allies
Acting AG Todd Blanche announces the $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund is dead after bipartisan backlash, court challenges and GOP opposition.
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PoliticsLegal
Trump IRS Audit Shield Stands as $1.8B Fund Is Scrapped
Acting AG Todd Blanche confirms the IRS audit shield protecting Trump and his family remains in place, while scrapping the $1.8 billion compensation fund.
—5 min read
International Politics
Trump Says US-Iran Deal 'Within a Week' Amid Hormuz Crisis
Trump claims a US-Iran deal will be finalized within a week to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran suspends talks over Israeli operations in Lebanon.
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EconomyPolitics
Bond Market Inflation Warning Adds to Trump Midterm Woes
Rising Treasury yields signal investor concern over U.S. fiscal policy as the Iran war and tax cuts drive inflation fears ahead of the midterms.
—4 min read
InternationalMiddle East
Iran Shoots Down US Drone as Trump Nears Deal With Tehran
Iran's IRGC shoots down a US MQ-1 drone in the Persian Gulf as President Trump says the US is 'slowly but surely' approaching a deal with Tehran.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Appeals Order Allowing Universal Tariff Refunds
Trump administration appeals a court order allowing all importers to seek refunds for $166B in struck-down IEEPA tariffs, potentially freezing repayments.
—5 min read
International AffairsPolitics
Trump Weighs Iran Deal as Blockade Tightens
Trump weighs a deal with Iran as the US blockade tightens, hard-liners resist, and allegations emerge of Chinese-made missiles aiding Tehran.
—6 min read
PoliticsLaw
Capitol Rioters Seek Trump Anti-Weaponization Fund Payouts
January 6 defendants are seeking compensation from Trump's $1.776B anti-weaponization fund, sparking backlash, lawsuits, and a federal freeze.
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PoliticsLaw
Judge Blocks Trump's $1.776B Anti-Weaponization Fund Payouts
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, halting payouts ahead of a June 12 hearing.
—4 min read
EntertainmentPolitics
Five Acts Exit Trump-Linked Freedom 250 Concerts
Five of nine artists have withdrawn from Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts on the National Mall, citing misleading nonpartisan claims and safety threats.
—4 min read
EconomyInfrastructure
Trump Gas Tax Holiday Plan Threatens Infrastructure Funding
Trump's gas tax holiday push could worsen an infrastructure funding crisis as the Highway Trust Fund faces a $17 billion shortfall.
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PoliticsInternational Conflict
Trump Calls Rare Camp David Meeting as Iran Ceasefire Frails
President Trump convenes full Cabinet at Camp David as Iran threatens retaliation against renewed US strikes, with ceasefire on brink of collapse.
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PoliticsJustice
Grand Juries Push Back as Trump Politicizes DOJ
Federal grand juries are refusing to indict weak cases as judges accuse the Trump DOJ of misconduct, eroding trust in the justice system.
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US NewsSecurity
Suspect Dead After Opening Fire Near White House Checkpoint
A suspect is dead after opening fire near a White House security checkpoint, the Secret Service confirms. A civilian bystander was also wounded.
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Politics
Trump Family Granted Sweeping IRS Audit Immunity in DOJ Deal
The Justice Department granted President Trump and his family immunity from pending IRS audits, sparking constitutional concerns and bipartisan backlash.
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Politics
Trump's 250-Foot Arch Clears Final Federal Hurdle
Commission of Fine Arts grants final approval to Trump's 250-foot arch near Arlington Cemetery despite 99.5% public opposition.
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EconomyPolitics
Trump Eases Refrigerant Rule to Address Grocery Costs
Trump loosens federal refrigerant regulations to lower food prices, delaying Biden-era HFC restrictions amid 3.8% inflation and rising grocery costs.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Eases Refrigerant Rules in Push to Lower Grocery Costs
President Trump rolls back Biden-era EPA refrigerant rules, claiming $2.4B in savings. Experts question whether grocery prices will actually fall.
—4 min read
PoliticsForeign Policy
Former Trump Envoy Warns President on Iran Diplomatic Gambit
Morgan Ortagus warns Trump that Iran may be using nuclear negotiations to buy time, as the president pauses strikes and extends a fragile ceasefire.
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Science & TechnologyPolitics
Trump Administration Set to Release Second Batch of UFOs
The Trump administration is preparing a second release of declassified UFO files after a lawmaker teased a 'Holy Crap' moment. Here's what we know.
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