Donald Trump's proposed millionaire's tax, increasing the top individual income tax rate to 39.6%, is causing turmoil within the Republican party. This plan, driven by figures like Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Peter Navarro, clashes with existing economic policies, particularly Trump's tariffs, which are already causing inflationary pressures. ...
President Trump's suggestion to rename the Persian Gulf the "Arabian Gulf" has sparked outrage in Iran. While Trump expressed uncertainty about potential hurt feelings, the proposal has unexpectedly united Iranians in opposition. The long-standing name, Persian Gulf, is deeply rooted in history and geography. The controversy highlights...
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested Tuesday for trespassing during a protest against a new 1,000-bed ICE detention facility, Delaney Hall. He joined three members of Congress in the demonstration, challenging the facility's opening due to alleged building permit violations. Baraka plans to fight the charges in court, continuing...
President Trump crashed Saturday Night Live's Mother's Day sketch, interrupting cast members with a comedic rant about current events. His impromptu appearance included jokes about the new Pope, American trade issues, and featured cameos from Cecily Strong as Jeanine Pirro and Colin Jost as Pete Hegseth. Trump's intrusion...
A ceasefire between India and Pakistan, announced by US President Trump, was violated by Pakistan hours later. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor responded with a Hindi couplet questioning Pakistan's trustworthiness. India's foreign secretary confirmed the violation and stated that the armed forces responded appropriately. Earlier, Tharoor had stated...
Major European powers, backed by President Trump, demanded a 30-day unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine, threatening Russia with severe sanctions if rejected. The proposal, starting May 12, was met with skepticism from the Kremlin, which suggested conditions were needed. While Russia indicated consideration, Western leaders emphasized the ceasefire's...
Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish Tufts University student, was released from federal custody in Louisiana after a six-week detention. A Vermont judge ordered her immediate release, ending a case that sparked outrage over President Trump's immigration policies. Ms. Ozturk arrived in Boston on Saturday, expressing gratitude to her supporters...
Senator Ruben Gallego urged the Democratic Party to broaden its appeal, arguing that its recent 'purity' led to electoral losses. He cited the exclusion of figures like Joe Rogan as a mistake, emphasizing the need for broader alliances. Gallego, who won his Arizona Senate race despite a Republican...
The Trump administration is investigating potential arrests of Democratic Congress members who visited a New Jersey ICE facility. DHS accuses Rep. McIver of assaulting an agent, citing a video. The congress members maintain they were conducting legal oversight. DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin stated more arrests are likely....
Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15th, without preconditions, aiming to resolve the conflict's root causes and establish lasting peace. This follows calls from European leaders and the US for a 30-day ceasefire, which Russia has resisted despite claiming support for a...
