Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad
Read full article: Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroadThe Trump administration is announcing a new policy that requires foreigners in the U.S. to leave and apply for a green card from their home country.
A timeline of key events in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's fight with the Trump administration
Read full article: A timeline of key events in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's fight with the Trump administrationKilmar Abrego Garcia has become a focal point in the debate over President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
Read full article: Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fundA coalition of President Donald Trump's critics is suing to block payouts from a new $1.8 billion settlement fund for Trump allies claiming to be victims of a weaponized government.
Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid
Read full article: Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aidA bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe.
Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health
Read full article: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's healthTulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence, saying she needed to leave office as her husband battles cancer.
Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank
Read full article: Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bankPresident Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair.
FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US market
Read full article: FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US marketThe Associated Press has learned that officials at the Food and Drug Administration were blindsided by a recent policy change allowing more electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches to hit the U.S. market.
Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump
Read full article: Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to TrumpIn pushing to prove his loyalty to President Donald Trump, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has agitated the same Republican lawmakers whose votes he may need to secure the permanent job.
Ukrainian protesters in Kyiv urge veto of a bill families fear could declare missing soldiers dead
Read full article: Ukrainian protesters in Kyiv urge veto of a bill families fear could declare missing soldiers deadHundreds of Ukrainians have marched through Kyiv to demand that the government veto a bill they say could prematurely declare missing soldiers dead.
The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health
Read full article: The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s healthTulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing her husband's battle with cancer.
Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demands
Read full article: Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demandsPresident Donald Trump’s political revenge tour met its potential match this week as angry Republican senators finally said no, even if temporarily.
Paxton makes his final pitch in Texas US Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement
Read full article: Paxton makes his final pitch in Texas US Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsementTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is touting President Donald Trump's endorsement as he heads into the final days of his Republican primary runoff against Sen. John Cornyn.
Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal
Read full article: Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace dealU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says “slight progress” has been made during talks with Iran.
Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale
Read full article: Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms saleTaiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island.
Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system
Read full article: Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax systemDonald Trump has a reputation for slashing his taxes using techniques that some experts find aggressive.
NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe
Read full article: NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in EuropeNATO allies and defense officials have expressed bewilderment at U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would send 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland.
Rubio aims to ease tensions with NATO allies as Trump confounds them with abrupt decisions
Read full article: Rubio aims to ease tensions with NATO allies as Trump confounds them with abrupt decisionsSecretary of State Marco Rubio already faced a difficult task in soothing NATO allies anxious about President Donald Trump's often-abrupt announcements.
Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe
Read full article: Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in EuropePresident Donald Trump has stirred confusion by saying the U.S. will send an additional 5,000 American troops to Poland.
House rejects Smithsonian women's museum bill after GOP bans 'biological men' from exhibits
Read full article: House rejects Smithsonian women's museum bill after GOP bans 'biological men' from exhibitsThe House has rejected a proposal for a new Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum on the National Mall.
Takeaways from the Democratic National Committee's long-awaited autopsy report on 2024 election
Read full article: Takeaways from the Democratic National Committee's long-awaited autopsy report on 2024 electionThe Democratic National Committee has released a controversial autopsy report on the 2024 election.
The Trump administration expands its use of AI in the hunt for healthcare fraud
Read full article: The Trump administration expands its use of AI in the hunt for healthcare fraudThe Department of Health and Human Services is boosting its use of artificial intelligence to monitor audits from federal grant recipients.
US and Mexico pledge ongoing joint security efforts during DHS Secretary Mullin visit
Read full article: US and Mexico pledge ongoing joint security efforts during DHS Secretary Mullin visitMexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said that she and the U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin agreed to maintain bilateral cooperation rooted in mutual respect.
Trump calls off AI executive order over concern it could weaken US tech edge
Read full article: Trump calls off AI executive order over concern it could weaken US tech edgePresident Donald Trump has called off plans to sign a new executive order on artificial intelligence hours before an expected White House ceremony.
Supreme Court sides with US company in claims over property seized in Cuban revolution
Read full article: Supreme Court sides with US company in claims over property seized in Cuban revolutionThe Supreme Court has ruled in favor of owners of Cuban property that was confiscated by Fidel Castro’s government more than 65 years ago.
Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris
Read full article: Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala HarrisDemocratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin has released a critical study of the party’s performance in the 2024 campaign.
Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability
Read full article: Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disabilityA divided Supreme Court has dismissed Alabama’s bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murderer who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled.
Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs
Read full article: Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costsThe Trump administration is loosening a federal rule that requires grocery stores and air-conditioning companies to reduce greenhouse gases used in cooling equipment.
The Latest: Trump says ‘it looks like I’ll be the one’ to intervene in Cuba after Castro indictment
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says ‘it looks like I’ll be the one’ to intervene in Cuba after Castro indictmentPresident Donald Trump on Thursday said past U_S_ presidents have mulled intervening in Cuba for decades, but “it looks like I’ll be the one that does it.”.
Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington arch
Read full article: Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington archPresident Donald Trump says it’s “fantastic” that a key federal agency approved the design for the triumphal arch he wants to build at an entrance to the nation’s capital.
Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing
Read full article: Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passingRepublicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.
The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China
Read full article: The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to ChinaChinese leader Xi Jinping's recent summits with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin highlighted different dynamics with each country.
This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war
Read full article: This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over warA hard-line Iranian general linked to notorious attacks at home and abroad is believed to have seized a place near the center of power as negotiations with the United States hang in the balance.
Backlash to Trump's $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill
Read full article: Backlash to Trump's $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration billSenate Republicans have departed Washington for the Memorial Day recess without voting on a roughly $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies.
Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffs
Read full article: Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffsPresident Donald Trump's repeated false claims about his 2020 election loss is almost certain to play a role in Georgia's four-week runoff campaign as Republican voters choose nominees for governor, secretary of state and the U.S. Senate.
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Read full article: What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl CastroFormer Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a U.S. indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island.
RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings
Read full article: RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screeningsThe Trump administration has fired the two leaders of an influential health group that determines when insurance must provide free preventive care like mammograms for millions of Americans.
Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom
Read full article: Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroomRepublican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill.
Timeline of recent US-Cuba relations amid heightened tensions in Trump's second term
Read full article: Timeline of recent US-Cuba relations amid heightened tensions in Trump's second termThe U.S. indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro is pushing U.S. relations with the communist-run island to the foreground.
Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself copy of Smith report on Trump classified files probe
Read full article: Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself copy of Smith report on Trump classified files probeA former federal prosecutor is facing federal charges over allegations that she sent a report detailing Jack Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump’s hoarding of classified documents to her personal email account, despite a judge’s order to keep it secret.
US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade
Read full article: US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockadeThe U.S. military says it boarded an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was suspected of trying to violate the American blockade.
Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careers
Read full article: Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careersPresident Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to give the commencement address at the Connecticut school.
US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island's president condemns charges
Read full article: US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island's president condemns chargesFederal prosecutors have announced charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in the 1996 downing of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles.
Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Read full article: Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fundTwo police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot are suing to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions.
The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes
Read full article: The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planesFederal prosecutors on Wednesday charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with ordering the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, a major escalation of pressure by the Trump administration on the socialist government.
This year's most endangered historic places nod to America 250 and the promise of equality for all
Read full article: This year's most endangered historic places nod to America 250 and the promise of equality for allThe National Trust for Historic Preservation has released its annual list of the most endangered historic places in the United States.
The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agenda
Read full article: The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agendaA small but growing group of Republican lawmakers is showing independence from President Donald Trump.
In Iran's capital, weapons demonstrations send a signal at home and abroad as threat of war remains
Read full article: In Iran's capital, weapons demonstrations send a signal at home and abroad as threat of war remainsWeapons are now regularly brandished in Tehran in an increasing show of defiance.
Where Trump stands with Republicans nationally, according to the latest AP-NORC poll
Read full article: Where Trump stands with Republicans nationally, according to the latest AP-NORC pollA new poll finds that Republicans are unhappier with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy than they were a few months ago, but they’re largely continuing to stand behind him as the war with Iran continues.
Taiwan's Lai says he'd tell Trump he hopes to continue arms purchases from US, if given a chance
Read full article: Taiwan's Lai says he'd tell Trump he hopes to continue arms purchases from US, if given a chanceTaiwan President Lai Ching-te says that if given the chance he would tell U.S. President Donald Trump he hopes to continue U.S. arms purchases that are essential for peace.
US stocks rally after pressure eases from the bond market and oil prices fall
Read full article: US stocks rally after pressure eases from the bond market and oil prices fallThe U.S. stock market bounced back after pressure eased on Wall Street from the bond market and oil prices gave back some of their big gains.
Trump orders banks to take a closer look at clients' citizenship in new immigration enforcement move
Read full article: Trump orders banks to take a closer look at clients' citizenship in new immigration enforcement movePresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring banks to scrutinize their customers’ citizenship.
For Vance and Rubio, the road to 2028 takes a turn through the White House briefing room
Read full article: For Vance and Rubio, the road to 2028 takes a turn through the White House briefing roomThe earliest signals of a presidential race normally involve such subtle positioning from candidates that it’s become known as the “shadow primary.”.
The White House push for $1 billion in security funds is facing GOP opposition
Read full article: The White House push for $1 billion in security funds is facing GOP oppositionA proposal to fund $1 billion in security additions for the White House campus and the president’s new ballroom is facing growing opposition from Republicans ahead of an expected vote this week.
Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support it
Read full article: Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support itThe Senate has advanced legislation that seeks to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Iran war.
Trump shows reporters ballroom construction site as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House security
Read full article: Trump shows reporters ballroom construction site as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House securityPresident Donald Trump is defending the White House ballroom he's building.
US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement
Read full article: US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlementThe U.S. government has agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Read full article: Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran growsSecretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trump’s often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern.
NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced
Read full article: NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announcedNATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent.
Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn
Read full article: Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. CornynPresident Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, supercharging his effort to oust incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in a Republican primary runoff.
The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal
Read full article: The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit dealThe U.S. government agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump as part of a settlement deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.
Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtime
Read full article: Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtimeRep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley will compete for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in a June 16 runoff, as neither received at least 50% of the vote in Tuesday’s primary to win outright.
Blanche doesn't rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fund
Read full article: Blanche doesn't rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fundActing Attorney General Todd Blanche has not ruled out the possibility of compensating individuals involved in violence during the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot from a new $1.776 billion fund.
Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries: Massie's loss leaves no doubt about Trump's power over the GOP
Read full article: Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries: Massie's loss leaves no doubt about Trump's power over the GOPPresident Donald Trump has scored another win against a Republican rival, purging Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s primary and knocking out one of his most outspoken critics on Capitol Hill.
Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of HormuzPresident Donald Trump considers himself an effective dealmaker but appears to have hit a wall with Iran.
Trump administration plans to admit more white South Africans as refugees this year
Read full article: Trump administration plans to admit more white South Africans as refugees this yearThe Trump administration plans to admit up to 10,000 more white South African refugees into the United States, citing discrimination against Afrikaners.
Ketanji Brown Jackson says Supreme Court risks being seen as political after voting rights decision
Read full article: Ketanji Brown Jackson says Supreme Court risks being seen as political after voting rights decisionJustice Ketanji Brown Jackson said Monday that the Supreme Court risks being seen as political in the wake of a major voting rights decision.
What to know about Trump’s $1.7B fund to compensate allies claiming political targeting
Read full article: What to know about Trump’s $1.7B fund to compensate allies claiming political targetingThe Justice Department has announced a $1.7 billion compensation fund for Trump allies who believe they were wrongly prosecuted by the Biden administration.
Trump says he's called off Iran strike planned for Tuesday at request of Gulf allies
Read full article: Trump says he's called off Iran strike planned for Tuesday at request of Gulf alliesPresident Donald Trump says he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because “serious negotiations” are underway to end the war.
Georgia Republicans scramble to pick a candidate to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
Read full article: Georgia Republicans scramble to pick a candidate to take on Democratic Sen. Jon OssoffGeorgia Republican Rep. Mike Collins is positioning himself as a strong supporter of Donald Trump in his bid to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower court
Read full article: Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower courtThe Supreme Court has acted in a Voting Rights Act case brought by Native American tribes, saying a closely watched ruling needs to be reconsidered after the high court weakened the Civil Rights-era law.
Supreme Court rejects appeals from drug manufacturers over Medicare price negotiations
Read full article: Supreme Court rejects appeals from drug manufacturers over Medicare price negotiationsThe Supreme Court has rejected appeals from pharmaceutical companies that object to negotiating Medicare drug prices with the federal government.
Justice Department announces nearly $1.8B fund to compensate Trump allies in a deal to drop IRS suit
Read full article: Justice Department announces nearly $1.8B fund to compensate Trump allies in a deal to drop IRS suitThe Trump administration has announced the creation a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies of the Republican president who believe they have been unjustly investigated and prosecuted.
The Latest: Trump calls off Iran strike planned for Tuesday to allow for ‘serious negotiations’
Read full article: The Latest: Trump calls off Iran strike planned for Tuesday to allow for ‘serious negotiations’President Donald Trump said he is holding off on a planned military strike on Iran at the request of several allies in the Middle East because “serious negotiations” are underway.
China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit
Read full article: China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summitThe White House says China has agreed to increase its imports of U.S. agricultural products like beef and poultry, after President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing last week.
Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'
Read full article: Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'Taiwan’s president says arms purchases from the United States are crucial for regional stability, after President Donald Trump questioned continued U.S. support for Taiwan following his visit to China.
On the voting rights trail, bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight
Read full article: On the voting rights trail, bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fightThe year was 1965 and Black Americans had come to Montgomery, Alabama, to demonstrate peacefully voting rights.
Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge
Read full article: Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purgeThe Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died.
Senate parliamentarian deals blow to $1 billion security proposal for White House
Read full article: Senate parliamentarian deals blow to $1 billion security proposal for White HouseA proposal to fund $1 billion in security additions for the White House campus and the president’s new ballroom fails to meet procedural rules.
Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation
Read full article: Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflationPresident Donald Trump has returned from his state visit to China to face a challenging U.S. economy.
FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-up
Read full article: FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-upThe Food and Drug Administration's top drug official is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency.