The Trump administration's EPA proposes to overturn the 2009 endangerment finding, which established that greenhouse gases endanger public health and thus can be regulated under the Clean Air Act. This decision, currently under White House review, would undermine numerous climate policies and potentially eliminate regulations on greenhouse gas emissions...
Donald Trump, speaking at the AI Summit, argued against requiring AI companies to pay for copyrighted content used in training models. He advocated for "common sense" intellectual property rules, contrasting US regulations with China's less stringent approach. Trump's remarks oppose recent legislation demanding consent for content usage. ...
Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is expected to announce a Senate bid next week, bolstering Democrats' chances in a crucial swing state. Cooper, a proven statewide winner, is considered a strong contender against a yet-to-be-solidified Republican field. His entry may impact fellow Democrat Wiley Nickel's campaign. ...
Reports indicate Donald Trump's name appears in US Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The White House denies the reports, attributing them to "fake news." The Justice Department concluded there was no basis to continue the Epstein investigation, prompting backlash and speculation about Trump's past friendship with...
The Pentagon's inspector general is investigating Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's use of Signal to share military information. Evidence suggests classified information, originating from a US Central Command document marked "Secret/NOFORN", was shared in a group chat including Cabinet members and Vice President Vance. Despite Pentagon denials, the...
The Israeli Knesset overwhelmingly approved a non-binding declaration urging the government to annex Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley (West Bank). 71 lawmakers, including members of the coalition and some opposition parties, voted in favor. Opposition parties boycotted or voted against the declaration, viewing it as a political...
Newly released West Point records reveal the source of a December controversy surrounding Pete Hegseth's alleged admission to the academy. West Point mistakenly claimed Hegseth hadn't applied, due to an oversight in their archives. Internal emails show staff initially doubted Hegseth's admission letter, but later discovered his application...
Over 100 journalists, activists, and human rights defenders have fled El Salvador in recent months due to President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on dissent. A new "foreign agents" law, coupled with arrests and threats, has forced this mass exodus, reminiscent of the country's brutal civil war. Those who fled...
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) announced his reelection bid for the House, a victory for President Trump who prioritized keeping the GOP majority. Lawler's seat is crucial, having been pivotal in determining House control in 2022 and 2024. His decision comes after considering a gubernatorial challenge to Gov. Kathy...
Ken Pagurek, head of FEMA's Urban Search and Rescue, resigned, citing frustration with the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to restructure FEMA and new financial hurdles slowing disaster response. Sources say a new policy requiring Secretary Noem's approval for spending over $100,000 caused delays. Pagurek, a veteran of...
