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Trump’s $3.3 Trillion Tax and Spending Bill Narrowly Clears House, Slashes Medicaid, Ends Tip Taxes
President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives early Wednesday in a 215-214 vote, marking a major step forward for a bill expected to reshape Medicaid, food stamps, tax policy, and border security while adding $3.3 trillion to the federal deficit. All Democrats opposed the legislation, along with two Republicans-Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Warren Davidson of Ohio-underscoring the GOP's narrow margin of success. 
President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives early Wednesday in a 215-214 vote, marking a major step forward for a bill expected to reshape Medicaid, food stamps, tax policy, and border security while adding $3.3 trillion to the federal deficit. All Democrats opposed the legislation, along with two Republicans-Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Warren Davidson of Ohio-underscoring the GOP's narrow margin of success. -
Trump Confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa in Oval Office Over Fringe ‘White Genocide’ Claims
President Donald Trump turned a diplomatic meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa into a contentious Oval Office confrontation Wednesday, pressing unsubstantiated claims of a "white genocide" and playing video clips to support his narrative. The meeting, intended to focus on trade and investment, quickly veered into controversy as Trump dimmed the lights and presented what he described as evidence of violence against white South African farmers. 
President Donald Trump turned a diplomatic meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa into a contentious Oval Office confrontation Wednesday, pressing unsubstantiated claims of a "white genocide" and playing video clips to support his narrative. The meeting, intended to focus on trade and investment, quickly veered into controversy as Trump dimmed the lights and presented what he described as evidence of violence against white South African farmers. -
Elon Musk Fires Back at Bill Gates’ Accusation His Cuts ‘Killed Children,’ Citing Epstein Ties
Elon Musk lashed out at Bill Gates on Tuesday, invoking the late financier Jeffrey Epstein in a sharp rebuke of Gates' claim that Musk's sweeping cuts to U.S. foreign aid programs are "killing the world's poorest children." The latest clash between the tech billionaires unfolded on stage at the Bloomberg Qatar Economic Forum as Musk defended his leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Donald Trump. 
Elon Musk lashed out at Bill Gates on Tuesday, invoking the late financier Jeffrey Epstein in a sharp rebuke of Gates' claim that Musk's sweeping cuts to U.S. foreign aid programs are "killing the world's poorest children." The latest clash between the tech billionaires unfolded on stage at the Bloomberg Qatar Economic Forum as Musk defended his leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Donald Trump. -
Trump Accepts $400M Jet Gift From Qatar to Replace Delayed Air Force One Fleet
President Donald Trump has accepted a Boeing 747 jet from the government of Qatar, which the Pentagon confirmed will be retrofitted for temporary use as Air Force One while Boeing's official presidential fleet remains delayed and over budget. 
President Donald Trump has accepted a Boeing 747 jet from the government of Qatar, which the Pentagon confirmed will be retrofitted for temporary use as Air Force One while Boeing's official presidential fleet remains delayed and over budget. -
DOJ Dismisses Police Misconduct Lawsuits in Minneapolis, Louisville, Sparking Outcry Ahead of George Floyd Anniversary
The Department of Justice announced Wednesday it will dismiss high-profile lawsuits against the Minneapolis and Louisville police departments and is preparing to close several additional investigations into alleged police misconduct launched under the Biden administration. The move, which includes ending federal oversight through consent decrees, marks a sweeping reversal of civil rights enforcement strategy by the Trump administration just days ahead of the five-year anniversary of George Floyd's death. 
The Department of Justice announced Wednesday it will dismiss high-profile lawsuits against the Minneapolis and Louisville police departments and is preparing to close several additional investigations into alleged police misconduct launched under the Biden administration. The move, which includes ending federal oversight through consent decrees, marks a sweeping reversal of civil rights enforcement strategy by the Trump administration just days ahead of the five-year anniversary of George Floyd's death. -
DOJ Opens Criminal Probe into Andrew Cuomo Over COVID Testimony as NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, focusing on allegations that he provided false testimony to Congress about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The probe, confirmed by a source familiar with the matter, comes as Cuomo mounts a high-profile campaign to become New York City's next mayor. 
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, focusing on allegations that he provided false testimony to Congress about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The probe, confirmed by a source familiar with the matter, comes as Cuomo mounts a high-profile campaign to become New York City's next mayor. -
Trump Unveils $175 Billion ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Defense Plan With Space-Based Weapons
President Donald Trump on Tuesday revealed the conceptual framework for the "Golden Dome," a $175 billion missile defense initiative that, for the first time, proposes placing U.S. interceptors in space to counter advanced threats from Russia and China. The announcement has drawn early reactions from Moscow, with the Kremlin indicating the project may prompt renewed U.S.-Russia arms control discussions. 
President Donald Trump on Tuesday revealed the conceptual framework for the "Golden Dome," a $175 billion missile defense initiative that, for the first time, proposes placing U.S. interceptors in space to counter advanced threats from Russia and China. The announcement has drawn early reactions from Moscow, with the Kremlin indicating the project may prompt renewed U.S.-Russia arms control discussions. -
After Two-Hour Putin Call, Trump Declares Russia-Ukraine Negotiations Will Start ‘Immediately’
President Donald Trump announced Monday that Russia and Ukraine would begin "immediate" negotiations toward a ceasefire, following a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The statement marks the most significant U.S. effort yet under Trump's second term to bring an end to the three-year war, amid mounting Western pressure and continued battlefield violence. 
President Donald Trump announced Monday that Russia and Ukraine would begin "immediate" negotiations toward a ceasefire, following a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The statement marks the most significant U.S. effort yet under Trump's second term to bring an end to the three-year war, amid mounting Western pressure and continued battlefield violence. -
Trump Demands Probe Into Harris Campaign Payments to Beyoncé, Oprah, and Springsteen
President Donald Trump on Monday called for a federal investigation into Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign, alleging that payments made to celebrity production companies were illegal in-kind contributions disguised as entertainment expenses. In an early morning Truth Social post, Trump wrote in all caps: "I am going to call for a major investigation into this matter," singling out Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Bruce Springsteen, and U2 frontman Bono. 
President Donald Trump on Monday called for a federal investigation into Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign, alleging that payments made to celebrity production companies were illegal in-kind contributions disguised as entertainment expenses. In an early morning Truth Social post, Trump wrote in all caps: "I am going to call for a major investigation into this matter," singling out Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Bruce Springsteen, and U2 frontman Bono. -
Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer as Disease Spreads to Bones
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, according to a statement released Sunday by his personal office. The 82-year-old former commander-in-chief is currently reviewing treatment options with his physicians as he remains at home in Wilmington, Delaware. 
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, according to a statement released Sunday by his personal office. The 82-year-old former commander-in-chief is currently reviewing treatment options with his physicians as he remains at home in Wilmington, Delaware.
