The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) warns that President Trump's tax cuts could trigger $491 billion in automatic Medicare cuts between 2027 and 2034 due to a 2010 law. This stems from the $3.4 trillion deficit increase projected over the next decade. While Congress has historically avoided such cuts, bipartisan...
Former US President Donald Trump claims Chinese President Xi Jinping assured him China wouldn't invade Taiwan during his presidency. Trump revealed this in a Fox News interview, adding that Xi emphasized China's patience. This statement comes ahead of Trump's meeting with Russian President Putin. The Chinese embassy...
California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing a ballot measure to redraw the state's congressional districts before the 2026 midterms. This would reverse a 2010 voter-approved independent redistricting commission, granting Democrats more control. The proposed map, created by Democratic strategists, aims to favor Democrats, potentially shifting the balance of power...
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir released a video of a prison visit with Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, where he issued a threat to "wipe out" those who harm Israel. The video's authenticity was confirmed, but Ben-Gvir's spokesman denied it was a threat. The UN called the video...
A judge urged both sides in a hearing to find a compromise regarding Attorney General Pam Bondi's order for DEA Administrator Terrance Cole to take over DC police and override certain DC laws on immigration. Judge Ana Reyes highlighted the Home Rule Act, stating it allows for requests but...
After a six-month freeze and legal challenges, the Trump administration resumed funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The administration, initially opposed to the program, cited respect for Congressional authority. New guidance streamlines the process by removing Biden-era requirements concerning community engagement, labor standards, and charger...
Japan observed the 80th anniversary of its WWII surrender. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed "remorse," a first since 2013, vowing to prevent a repeat of the war's tragedy. A moment of silence was held in Tokyo, attended by officials and bereaved families. Conversely, right-wing politicians, including Agriculture Minister...
King Charles III and Queen Camilla joined World War II veterans at the National Memorial Arboretum to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. The service included wreath-laying, a flypast by the Red Arrows, and moving accounts from veterans. The King hailed the courage and sacrifice of those...
Two B-2 stealth bombers were deployed to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska before a summit between Presidents Trump and Putin. The bombers, capable of carrying nuclear munitions, are seen as a display of US power. The high-stakes meeting aims for a ceasefire in the Ukraine war, marking Putin's...
A federal appeals court has allowed the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to proceed with layoffs affecting over 1,400 employees. The 2-1 ruling overturns a lower court injunction, siding with the Trump administration's plan to "streamline" the agency. A dissenting judge argued the action undermines Congress's intent. ...
