President Trump proposed imposing substantial new tariffs on India and China to pressure President Putin into negotiating with Ukraine. This action, however, is contingent upon the European Union implementing similar tariffs. The proposal was made during a call with US and EU officials, according to sources familiar with...
President Trump urged the EU to impose up to 100% tariffs on China and India to pressure Russia over the Ukraine war. This demand, made during a meeting with EU officials, follows intensified Russian attacks on Ukraine, including a missile strike on Kyiv's main government building. Trump also...
President Trump dined at Joe's Seafood in Washington D.C., his first time eating at an outside restaurant in the city since taking office. He was joined by several cabinet members. While there, he encountered protesters chanting "Free DC" and "Free Palestine." Trump attributed his decision to dine...
President Trump signed a memorandum targeting misleading pharmaceutical advertising on social media. The administration will send cease-and-desist letters and warnings to companies promoting drugs without disclosing risks, particularly those using influencers without clear paid-spokesperson disclosures. This action, while stopping short of a complete advertising ban, aims to enforce...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and challenger Josh Kraft will face off in November's mayoral election after winning the preliminary election. Wu, seeking a second term, and Kraft, formerly of the New England Patriots Foundation, secured the top two spots. Their campaigns have highlighted differing views on issues such...
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Cook sued Trump, arguing her dismissal, based on pre-Fed allegations of mortgage fraud, violated the Federal Reserve Act's 'for cause' provision. The judge ruled that 'for cause' refers to conduct in office,...
California Governor Gavin Newsom's State of the State address, delivered as a letter to the legislature, sharply criticized the Trump administration's policies targeting California. Newsom highlighted the state's economic strength and resilience, citing achievements in technology, green energy, and education despite facing numerous legal battles with the federal government....
French President Emmanuel Macron swiftly appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the new prime minister, replacing François Bayrou who resigned after a no-confidence vote. Lecornu, a loyal ally and key supporter of Macron, aims to stabilize the government amidst political turmoil and upcoming protests against austerity measures. This marks Macron's fifth...
Democrat James Walkinshaw has won Virginia's 11th Congressional District special election, securing a seat previously held by the late Rep. Gerry Connolly. This win brings the Democrats closer to a 213-219 House majority, with three seats still unfilled. Walkinshaw's victory could influence upcoming votes on releasing Jeffrey Epstein...
Multiple significant developments unfolded in the US. A Michigan judge dismissed charges against 16 Republicans accused of attempting to falsely certify Trump's 2020 election win, citing a lack of fraudulent intent. Meanwhile, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is favored to win re-election in November, while Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles...
