California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to halt enrollment of low-income undocumented immigrants into the state's Medi-Cal program in 2026 and introduce a $100 monthly premium for existing enrollees in 2027. This decision, driven by a $2.7 billion budget overspend and economic uncertainties, aims to save $5.4 billion by 2028-2029....
Donald Trump defended his plan to accept a $400 million Boeing 747 from Qatar, citing the age of the current Air Force One and the prestige it would bring to the US. This decision comes amid criticism of potential conflicts of interest, given a recent Trump Organization deal with...
Mexican Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch confirmed that 17 family members of Ovidio Guzmán López, son of former Sinaloa Cartel leader Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, crossed into the U.S. last week. This followed negotiations between Guzmán López and U.S. authorities, likely as part of a plea deal. Harfuch...
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard fired the acting chair and deputy chair of the National Intelligence Council, Mike Collins and Maria Langan-Riekhof, respectively. Gabbard claims this is part of her effort to depoliticize the intelligence community and stop leaks to the media. Critics argue this is harming...
Omaha's mayoral race concluded with incumbent Jean Stothert conceding to John Ewing. Ewing, a Democrat, is projected to become Omaha's first Black mayor. The campaign focused on local issues like infrastructure and city services, but also touched upon national issues such as transgender rights and the Trump administration....
Mali's military junta, led by Assimi Goïta, has dissolved all political parties, escalating its crackdown on dissent. This follows a national conference recommending Goïta's presidency until 2030 and the recent abduction of opposition leaders. The decree, which prohibits political party meetings, has been condemned by opposition figures and...
Despite President Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariff announcements, the US has achieved limited concessions from China and the UK. While the White House claims the agreements are starting points and markets have reacted positively, critics argue the US made significant concessions, particularly to the UK, with minimal gains. China...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as Health and Human Services Secretary, despite Senator Cassidy's initial concerns about his anti-vaccine stance, has been followed by renewed vaccine skepticism from Kennedy. Three months into his term, Kennedy faces intense scrutiny over job cuts, reduced vaccination campaigns, and his response to a...
California Governor Gavin Newsom will propose scaling back Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program, for undocumented adults to address a budget deficit. Starting January 2024, new enrollment will be frozen, and existing enrollees will face a $100 monthly fee starting in 2027. These changes, projected to save $5.4 billion...
President Trump urged Gulf leaders to reach a deal with Iran, demanding an end to its support for regional proxy groups and nuclear weapons pursuit. He emphasized the urgency, stating a deal must be reached soon. Following meetings with Gulf leaders, Trump met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa,...
