CDC Officials Resign Amid Accusations of Political Interference
Multiple senior officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have resigned in the wake of Director Susan Monarez’s removal, raising alarm over political interference in the nation’s leading public health agency.
Trump Warns Russia of ‘Economic War’ Amid Stalled Peace Efforts
President Donald Trump has threatened Russia with an “economic war” if a resolution to the conflict with Ukraine is not reached. Speaking from the White House, Trump emphasized that his administration is prepared to implement severe economic measures, despite his preference for a peaceful settlement.
Trump to Chair White House Meeting on Escalating Gaza Crisis
President Donald Trump is set to preside over a high-level White House meeting Thursday focused on the worsening crisis in Gaza, with U.S. and Israeli officials expected to attend.
White House Nears Settlement with Harvard in Funding Dispute
The Trump administration and Harvard University are reportedly close to a $500 million settlement to end a dispute that froze billions in federal funding. The agreement would resolve a standoff that started with a civil rights probe into campus antisemitism and broadened into a legal and political feud.
Trump Orders Crackdown on Flag Burning, Defying Supreme Court Precedent
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday directing federal prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against individuals who burn the American flag, setting up a likely clash with the U.S. Supreme Court’s long-standing interpretation of such acts as protected free speech.
Trump Removes Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Amid Policy Disputes
President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, an unprecedented move that immediately raised alarms about the independence of the U.S. central bank.
Jeffries Accuses Trump of “Manufacturing a Crisis” Over Chicago Troop Deployment
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Tuesday sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, accusing him of “manufacturing a crisis” to justify federal intervention without the consent of local leaders.
National Guard in Washington, D.C., Authorized to Carry Firearms Amid Rising Tensions
Members of the U.S. National Guard deployed in the nation’s capital as part of President Donald Trump’s federal crime crackdown have been authorized to carry firearms, including M17 pistols and M4 rifles, officials confirmed Monday.
Trump Administration Promotes Less Regulated Health Plans
The Trump administration has eased regulations on “bare-bones” health insurance plans, aiming to provide more affordable options. These plans, including short-term and association health plans, are not required to offer the same protections and benefits as plans under the Affordable Care Act, which could lead to lower premiums for some,
South Korean President Arrives in Washington Following Trump’s “Revolution” Post
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung visited the White House for his first meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming to reinforce the bilateral alliance. The high-stakes summit follows a social media post from Trump that questioned South Korea’s political stability. The leaders are expected to discuss a new trade deal