House Speaker Mike Johnson is negotiating a massive bill including tax cuts and Medicaid changes, facing opposition from both blue-state Republicans wanting larger SALT deductions and conservatives pushing for faster Medicaid cuts. Johnson aims for a Memorial Day deadline, suggesting adjustments to the SALT deduction and Medicaid work requirements...
A federal judge dismissed charges against almost 100 migrants arrested for trespassing in a New Mexico border zone declared a 'national defense' area under the Trump administration. The judge's order follows President Trump's controversial designation of a section of the border as an Army base, leading to hundreds of...
President Trump's Middle East trip, his first major foreign visit of his second term, is generating significant debate. Key events include a proposed $400 million Qatari plane for Air Force One, a planned $600 billion Saudi Arabian investment in the US, and a meeting with Syria's interim president, Ahmed...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended his department's deep budget cuts during contentious congressional hearings. He attributed the cuts to a plan inspired by Elon Musk, while acknowledging their painfulness. Kennedy faced criticism for lacking specifics on cuts and for potentially undermining vaccine trust. Lawmakers from both parties...
Minnesota's Stillwater prison, built in 1914, will undergo a phased closure by June 2029, saving the state $40 million annually. The decision, announced by Gov. Tim Walz and the Department of Corrections, aims to address aging infrastructure and safety concerns. The closure, costing an estimated $1.3 billion to...
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, was arrested and charged with disrupting a US Senate hearing while protesting the Gaza blockade. Cohen, along with other activists, heckled Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his testimony. Cohen's protest highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, currently under a...
The Pentagon has deployed thousands of active-duty troops, armored vehicles, and air and naval assets to the US-Mexico border under President Trump's administration. This marks a significant increase from the approximately 2,500 troops present at the end of the Biden administration. The heightened military presence aims to curb illegal...
President Trump concluded a visit to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, praising the base's importance and engaging with troops. His four-day Gulf tour, which began in Saudi Arabia, includes business deals and diplomatic meetings, such as one with Syria's new leader. In Qatar, Trump received effusive praise...
The Supreme Court heard a case challenging birthright citizenship, focusing on whether federal judges can issue nationwide injunctions against the administration. Justices showed division, with some questioning the government's argument that lower courts lack this authority. The case stems from a Trump administration executive order attempting to end...
Donald Trump's assertion that a Russia-Ukraine peace deal hinges on a meeting between himself and Vladimir Putin has cast doubt on upcoming talks in Turkey. Trump's statement, made during a Middle East trip, contradicts previous suggestions of his participation. While Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks a ceasefire and increased...
