A growing number of Republican senators are pushing for stronger sanctions against Russia, defying President Trump's more lenient approach. This shift follows Russia's recent intensified attacks in Ukraine and gains bipartisan support, with a Senate bill garnering over 80 cosponsors, enough to override a veto. While House support remains...
Navy Rear Adm. Kevin Smith, program executive officer for unmanned and small vessels, has been fired due to misconduct. An Office of the Naval Inspector General investigation substantiated a complaint leading to a loss of confidence in Smith's leadership. He was relieved of his duties on Tuesday and...
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's attempt to halt New York City's congestion pricing program. Judge Lewis Liman issued a temporary restraining order preventing the withholding of federal funds until June 9th. The MTA, which operates the program, had sought the injunction after the Department of...
The US State Department has paused new student visa appointments globally to expand social media vetting for all applicants. This decision, stemming from a cable signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, follows the Trump administration's revocation of numerous student visas and attempts to block foreign students from Harvard....
King Charles delivered a speech at the opening of Canada's Parliament, emphasizing the country's sovereignty and freedom. While the speech addressed threats to Canada's independence, notably referencing the importance of open trade and protecting democratic values, it notably avoided mentioning US President Donald Trump, whose claims of Canada becoming...
The Trump administration is targeting approximately $100 million in federal funding to Harvard University. This action follows previous attempts to freeze billions in funding and revoke the university's ability to enroll international students. The White House claims Harvard engages in discrimination and antisemitism, initiating a review of existing contracts...
President Trump's surprise threat of 50% tariffs on EU imports jolted European officials and some US advisors. Initially pausing the tariffs, Trump later announced the levies would proceed on June 1, 2025, unless a satisfactory trade deal was reached. This action, described as a negotiating tactic by some,...
A federal judge accused the Trump administration of "manufacturing" chaos in its handling of migrant deportations to South Sudan. Judge Brian Murphy criticized the administration's lack of transparency and logistical difficulties in conducting deportation hearings abroad. He granted the government the option of holding hearings in Djibouti, but...
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking President Trump's plan to transfer over $1.6 trillion in federal student loans from the Department of Education to the Small Business Administration. The judge ordered the reinstatement of over 1,300 Education Department employees, halting the transfer. The Trump administration, which...
President Trump's second term will see a large military parade in Washington D.C. on his 79th birthday. This contrasts with the Pentagon's opposition during his first term. The parade will feature a significant display of military hardware and personnel, including tanks, armored vehicles, aircraft, soldiers, and animals, marking a...
