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Today: April 28, 2025
Today: April 28, 2025

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About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer

About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer

About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer
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New US Justice Department policy cracks down on social media posts

President Donald Trump's administration has ordered U.S.

New US Justice Department policy cracks down on social media posts
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Chile, Canada and Peru push back against Trump's copper tariff probe

Chile, Canada and Peru - three of the largest copper suppliers to the United States - have told President Donald Trump's administration that imports of the

Chile, Canada and Peru push back against Trump's copper tariff probe
Education|Political|US

‘Clear, unquestionable violation of First Amendment rights’: Harvard lawyer tells CNN why it’s pushing back against Trump

CNN's Kaitlan Collins talks with Harvard Law Professor Andrew Crespo about why the university decided to be the first to fight back against the Trump administration's demands.

‘Clear, unquestionable violation of First Amendment rights’: Harvard lawyer tells CNN why it’s pushing back against Trump
Education|Political|US

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet
MidEast|Political|US|World

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks

A second U.S. aircraft carrier is operating in Mideast waters ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks
Business|Economy|Political|US

Former US labor officials urge contractors to stand firm on DEI

A group of former U.S.

Former US labor officials urge contractors to stand firm on DEI
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Ranchers hope Trump's tariffs boost demand for cattle but some fear market uncertainty

Ranchers hope President Donald Trump's tariffs will make imported beef expensive enough that Americans will turn to cattle raised at home for all their hamburger and steaks

Ranchers hope Trump's tariffs boost demand for cattle but some fear market uncertainty
Asia|Business|Economy|Health|Political|Technology|US

US moves ahead on tariffs with investigations into computer chips and pharmaceuticals

The Trump administration has taken its next steps toward imposing more tariffs on key imports, launching investigations into imports of computer chips and products that contain them, chip making equipment and pharmaceuticals

US moves ahead on tariffs with investigations into computer chips and pharmaceuticals
Education|Political|US

Trump administration freezes $2.2 billion in grants to Harvard over campus activism

The federal government says it is freezing more than $2.2 billion in grants and contracts to Harvard University

Trump administration freezes $2.2 billion in grants to Harvard over campus activism
Americas|Crime|Political|US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials

A U.S. judge in Vermont on Monday ordered the Trump administration not to deport a Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was arrested upon arriving

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US Treasury's Bessent backs Argentina's economic reforms with eye on China

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent backs Argentina's economic reforms with eye on China
Education|Political|US

Trump administration announces freeze in $2.2 billion for Harvard after university rejects request for policy changes

Trump administration announces freeze in $2.2 billion for Harvard after university rejects request for policy changes

Trump administration announces freeze in $2.2 billion for Harvard after university rejects  request for policy changes
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The Latest: Both the US and El Salvador refuse to return wrongly deported man to the US

President Donald Trump’s top advisers and Nayib Bukele, the president of El Salvador, said Monday that they had no basis for the small Central American nation to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was wrongly deported there last month

The Latest: Both the US and El Salvador refuse to return wrongly deported man to the US
Business|Finance|Political|US

Trump administration moves to scrap Biden-era credit card late fee rule

President Donald Trump’s administration on Monday asked a federal court to throw out a regulation capping credit card late fees at $8, saying it agreed with business and banking groups that

Trump administration moves to scrap Biden-era credit card late fee rule
Political|US|World

White House proposes drastic cuts to State Department and funding for UN, NATO and other groups

The White House’s Office of Management and Budget has proposed gutting the State Department’s budget by almost 50%, closing a number of overseas diplomatic missions, and eliminating funding for nearly all international organizations, including the United Nations, many of its agencies and for NATO headquarters

White House proposes drastic cuts to State Department and funding for UN, NATO and other groups
Business|Economy|Political|US

IRS employees expect to learn their layoff fate around Tax Day, their busiest time of the year

IRS employees expect to learn their layoff fate around Tax Day, their busiest time of the year

IRS employees expect to learn their layoff fate around Tax Day, their busiest time of the year
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Bessent says White House will start interviewing candidates for next Fed chair this fall

U.S.

Bessent says White House will start interviewing candidates for next Fed chair this fall
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Confusion reigns after Trump exempts electronics from new tariff regime. Here's what we know

Confusion over President Donald Trump's tariffs remains following a weekend of questions around trade in consumer electronics

Confusion reigns after Trump exempts electronics from new tariff regime. Here's what we know
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration cancels $3 billion climate-friendly farming program

The U.S.

Trump administration cancels $3 billion climate-friendly farming program
Europe|Political|US|World

US lawmakers look to boost Ukraine, sanction Russia, sources say

Democrats in the U.S.

US lawmakers look to boost Ukraine, sanction Russia, sources say
Economy|Political|US

Exhausted government workers decide to take Trump's second buyout offer

Nick Gioia was terminated from the U.S.

Exhausted government workers decide to take Trump's second buyout offer
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Army to control land on Mexico border as part of base, migrants could be detained, officials say

A long sliver of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border that President Donald Trump is turning over to the Department of Defense would be controlled by the Army as part of a base, a move that could allow troops to detain any trespassers, including migrants

US Army to control land on Mexico border as part of base, migrants could be detained, officials say
Business|Economy|Political|US

Small businesses sue Trump administration over authority to impose tariffs

Small businesses sue Trump administration over authority to impose tariffs

Small businesses sue Trump administration over authority to impose tariffs
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration wants to halve State Dept budget, slash foreign aid 75%

U.S.

Trump administration wants to halve State Dept budget, slash foreign aid 75%
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Waller: Tariffs a major shock, with wide array of possible outcomes

The Trump administration's tariff policies are a major shock to the U.S. economy that could lead the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to head off

Waller: Tariffs a major shock, with wide array of possible outcomes
Americas|Political|US

Despite a court order, White House bars AP from Oval Office event

The Trump administration has turned a reporter and photographer from The Associated Press away from covering an Oval Office news conference involving President Donald Trump and El Salvador President Nayib Bukele

Despite a court order, White House bars AP from Oval Office event
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Nvidia plans to manufacture AI chips in the US for the first time

Nvidia announced Monday that it will produce its artificial intelligence super computers in the United States for the first time

Nvidia plans to manufacture AI chips in the US for the first time
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Bullish trade in Apple options reaps gains as shares jump on tariff exemption

An unidentified options trader's multi-million dollar bet on a short-term rebound in Apple Inc.'s shares was set to reap a sizable profit as the iPhone-

Bullish trade in Apple options reaps gains as shares jump on tariff exemption
Economy|Political|US

Social Security’s trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected due to changes in taxes and benefits

Steps taken to reform Social Security during the Biden and Trump administrations have only made the prospects for a funding crisis more serious.

Social Security’s trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected due to changes in taxes and benefits
Arts|Education|Political|US

Plans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary were underway. Then came the federal funding cuts

Leaders of state humanities councils throughout the country say federal funding cuts by President Donald Trump's administration will force them to scale back or eliminate celebrations next year commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary

Plans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary were underway. Then came the federal funding cuts
MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspected US airstrikes kill at least 7 people in Yemen, Houthi rebels say

Suspected U.S. airstrikes around Yemen’s rebel-held capital have killed at least seven people and wounded 29 overnight

Suspected US airstrikes kill at least 7 people in Yemen, Houthi rebels say
Africa|Business|Political|US|World

South Africa appoints a special US envoy after its ambassador was expelled

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a former deputy finance minister as a special envoy to the United States after the ambassador was expelled last month

South Africa appoints a special US envoy after its ambassador was expelled
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump

Trump administration cuts across federal health agencies have sent shivers through a biotech industry already struggling through a prolonged downturn

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration says it is not required to help wrongly deported man return to US

U.S. officials said in court filings on Sunday that they were not obligated to help a Maryland resident get out of prison in El Salvador after he was erroneously deported,

Trump administration says it is not required to help wrongly deported man return to US
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials push immigrant gang message, but sometimes don't back it up in court

As U.S.

Trump officials push immigrant gang message, but sometimes don't back it up in court
Americas|Political|US

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported
Political|US

Trump-appointed official who oversaw dismantling of USAID leaves State Department

Pete Marocco, the Trump administration official who played a major role in dismantling the U.S.

Trump-appointed official who oversaw dismantling of USAID leaves State Department
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

US stock futures rise amid temporary tariff exemptions for tech products

US stock futures rise amid temporary tariff exemptions for tech products

US stock futures rise amid temporary tariff exemptions for tech products
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump's commerce secretary says new electronics tariff exemptions are temporary, chip tariffs coming

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says tariff exemptions announced Friday on electronics like smartphones and laptops are only a temporary reprieve until the Trump administration develops a new tariff approach specific to the semiconductor industry, The Trump administration had said late Friday it will exclude electronics like smartphones and laptops from reciprocal tariffs, a move that could help keep the prices down for popular consumer electronics that aren’t usually made in the U.S....

Trump's commerce secretary says new electronics tariff exemptions are temporary, chip tariffs coming
Education|Political|US

Protesters gather in Cambridge to demand Harvard University protect international students

Protesters gather in Cambridge to demand Harvard University protect international students

Protesters gather in Cambridge to demand Harvard University protect international students
Americas|Crime|US|World

US deports another 10 gang members to El Salvador, Rubio says

The U.S. has deported another 10 people that it alleges are gang members to El Salvador, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday, a day before that country's president is

US deports another 10 gang members to El Salvador, Rubio says
MidEast|Political|US|World

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week
Education|Political|US

Harvard professors sue over Trump's review of $9 billion in funding

Harvard University professors are suing to block the Trump administration's review of nearly $9 billion in federal contracts and grants awarded to the Ivy League

Harvard professors sue over Trump's review of $9 billion in funding
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US still won't say whether it will return mistakenly deported man, despite Supreme Court decision

The Trump administration is doubling down on its decision not to tell a federal court whether it has any plans to repatriate a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month and remains confined in a notorious prison in El Salvador

US still won't say whether it will return mistakenly deported man, despite Supreme Court decision
Education|Political|US

Harvard University professors sue Trump administration to block review of nearly $9 billion in federal funds

Harvard University professors sue Trump administration to block review of nearly $9 billion in federal funds

Harvard University professors sue Trump administration to block review of nearly $9 billion in federal funds
Business|Economy|Political|US

US appeals court allows layoffs, but not dismantling of consumer watchdog

President Donald Trump's administration could lay off workers at the U.S.

US appeals court allows layoffs, but not dismantling of consumer watchdog
Europe|Political|US|World

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say
Education|Political|US

Trump administration ordered to unfreeze funding in dispute with Maine over transgender students

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to unfreeze funds intended for a Maine child nutrition program that were suspended amid a disagreement between the state and the president over transgender athletes

Trump administration ordered to unfreeze funding in dispute with Maine over transgender students
Political|US

Dozens of DHS staffers, including top FEMA officials, given lie detector tests over alleged leaks

Dozens of DHS staffers, including top FEMA officials, given lie detector tests over alleged leaks

Dozens of DHS staffers, including top FEMA officials, given lie detector tests over alleged leaks
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump plans to stockpile deep-sea metals to counter China, FT reports

The Trump administration is drafting an executive order to enable the stockpiling of deep-sea metals to counter China's dominance in battery minerals and rare earth supply chains, the

Trump plans to stockpile deep-sea metals to counter China, FT reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump trade team chases 90 deals in 90 days. Experts say good luck with that

President Donald Trump's administration wants to strike 90 trade deals in 90 days, but the challenges to quickly resolving the president's

Trump trade team chases 90 deals in 90 days. Experts say good luck with that
Environment|Political|US

White House aims to eliminate NOAA climate research in budget plan

The administration of President Donald Trump aims to eliminate the arm of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that oversees research on climate change

White House aims to eliminate NOAA climate research in budget plan
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trading Day: A crushing week for US bonds, dollar

TRADING DAY Scorn in the USA If there is one takeaway for investors above all others from yet another tumultuous week in world markets, it may be this:

Trading Day: A crushing week for US bonds, dollar
Americas|Political|US|World

Trump ends protected status for thousands of Afghans, Cameroonians

The Trump administration has terminated temporary deportation protections for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians in the U.S., a U.S.

Trump ends protected status for thousands of Afghans, Cameroonians
Political|US

US judge will not curb immigration enforcement in places of worship

A federal judge on Friday refused to limit the Trump administration's immigration enforcement activities in places of worship, ruling against a group of 27 religious

US judge will not curb immigration enforcement in places of worship
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US, Ukraine hold tense talks as mineral deal remains elusive, source says

U.S. and Ukrainian officials met on Friday on a U.S. proposal to gain access to Ukraine's mineral wealth, a source with knowledge of the matter said, adding

US, Ukraine hold tense talks as mineral deal remains elusive, source says
Education|Political|US

US military academies end race consideration in admissions

The U.S. Military Academy and the U.S.

US military academies end race consideration in admissions
Crime|Political|US

Judge rebukes Trump administration, demands to know status of illegally deported man

A U.S. federal judge said on Friday it was "extremely troubling" that the Trump administration failed to

Judge rebukes Trump administration, demands to know status of illegally deported man
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump envoy's embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies

Less than 48 hours after dining with a negotiator sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Washington last week, Steve

Trump envoy's embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump can shrink consumer protection agency but cannot dismantle it entirely, appeals court says

Trump can shrink consumer protection agency but cannot dismantle it entirely, appeals court says

Trump can shrink consumer protection agency but cannot dismantle it entirely, appeals court says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Trump administration offers no details on mistakenly deported man after court ruling

A federal judge lambasted a government lawyer who couldn’t explain what, if anything, President Donald Trump’s administration has done to arrange for the return of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month to a notorious prison in El Salvador

The Latest: Trump administration offers no details on mistakenly deported man after court ruling
Education|Europe|Political|Science|US|World

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe

David Die Dejean is passionate about studying tuna.

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe
Crime|Political|US

What we know about the Social Security Administration listing thousands of living immigrants as dead

The Trump administration’s move to classify thousands of living immigrants as dead and cancel their Social Security numbers is an escalation of the president’s crackdown on people who were legally allowed to live in the U.S. under programs instituted by his predecessor

What we know about the Social Security Administration listing thousands of living immigrants as dead
Political|US

From classifying immigrants as dead to deportation: A guide to actions on Trump immigration policies

President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda is playing out in hearings in key cases

From classifying immigrants as dead to deportation: A guide to actions on Trump immigration policies
Americas|Crime|Political|US

'Extremely troubling' that US can't provide details on mistakenly deported man, judge says

Lawyers for the Trump administration say they are unable to provide information on the location and status of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador

'Extremely troubling' that US can't provide details on mistakenly deported man, judge says
Political|US

Trump administration lists thousands of immigrants as dead in new policy

Trump administration lists thousands of immigrants as dead in new policy

Trump administration lists thousands of immigrants as dead in new policy
Political|US

Federal judge sides with Trump in allowing immigration enforcement in houses of worship

A federal judge is siding with the Trump administration in allowing immigration agents to conduct enforcement operations at houses of worship despite a lawsuit filed by religious groups over the new policy

Federal judge sides with Trump in allowing immigration enforcement in houses of worship
Environment|Political|Science|US

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately

Trump’s budget plan eviscerates weather and climate research, and it could be enacted immediately
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration says man was deported to El Salvador in error

U.S.

Trump administration says man was deported to El Salvador in error
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

White House plans for Alaskan oil and gas face some hurdles – including from Trump and the petroleum industry

Donald Trump says he is a big fan of oil and gas. His actions may not be of great interest to the industry. And the results may not be what he says he wants.

White House plans for Alaskan oil and gas face some hurdles – including from Trump and the petroleum industry
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

OPEC output hikes, trade wars have US oil producers wary of 'drill baby drill'

By Arathy Somasekhar HOUSTON Reuters) - President Donald Trump moved on his first day in office to increase U.S. oil and gas production, but the country's oil industry is actually starting to think

OPEC output hikes, trade wars have US oil producers wary of 'drill baby drill'
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Mighty U.S. dollar feels heat as Trump's tariffs spark trade turmoil

In just a week, the dollar has gone from a safe haven to investors' whipping boy as U.S.

Mighty U.S. dollar feels heat as Trump's tariffs spark trade turmoil
Crime|Political|Technology|US

Trump seeks to revoke immigrants' Social Security numbers

The Trump administration aims to convince some immigrants without legal status to self-deport by adding them to a database of dead people, thus

Trump seeks to revoke immigrants' Social Security numbers
Crime|Political|US

Judge allows Trump plan requiring registration for immigrants in US illegally

A U.S. judge on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to go ahead with a plan to make immigrants illegally living in or entering the United States register with the

Judge allows Trump plan requiring registration for immigrants in US illegally
Crime|Political|US

Social Security lists thousands of living immigrants as dead to prompt them to leave, AP sources say

The Trump administration has moved to classify more than 6,000 living immigrants as dead

Social Security lists thousands of living immigrants as dead to prompt them to leave, AP sources say
Business|Political|US

Law firms Latham & Watkins, Simpson Thacher near deals with White House, WSJ reports

More large law firms are in talks with the White House to reach agreements to avert restrictions on their businesses by promising to do pro bono work that President Donald Trump

Law firms Latham & Watkins, Simpson Thacher near deals with White House, WSJ reports
Americas|Crime|Political|US

What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law

The high court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Maryland man, Kilmar Abrego García, to the United States.

What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of Salvadoran man deported in error

The U.S.

US Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of Salvadoran man deported in error
Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court says Trump must ‘facilitate’ return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Supreme Court says Trump must ‘facilitate’ return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Supreme Court says Trump must ‘facilitate’ return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court says Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man

The Supreme Court says the Trump administration must work to bring back a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, rejecting the administration’s emergency appeal

Supreme Court says Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man
Americas|Political|US

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries

A federal judge says she will halt the Trump administration from ending a program that allowed Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to temporarily live in the United States

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford charged with felonies

Twelve protesters were charged on Thursday with felony vandalism for their actions during a June 2024 pro-Palestinian protest at Stanford University in which

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford charged with felonies
Business|Environment|Political|Science|US

NOAA fires previously reinstated probationary workers, sources say

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has fired previously reinstated probationary workers after an appeals court on April 9 cleared the

NOAA fires previously reinstated probationary workers, sources say
Education|Political|US

Democratic state AGs sue to restore COVID-related programs for K-12 students

A group of Democratic state attorneys general on Thursday sued the Trump administration in an effort to stop it from cutting off more than $1.1 billion in

Democratic state AGs sue to restore COVID-related programs for K-12 students
Americas|Political|US

Judge allows requirement that everyone in the US illegally must register to move forward

A federal judge is allowing the Trump administration to move forward with a requirement that everyone in the U.S. illegally must register with the federal government

Judge allows requirement that everyone in the US illegally must register to move forward
Business|Economy|Political|US

More than 2,600 US Energy Dept staffers accept second offer to resign, sources say

More than 2,600 U.S.

More than 2,600 US Energy Dept staffers accept second offer to resign, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|US

Study finds Trump's 25% auto tariffs could cost US automakers $108 billion

A new analysis by the Center for Automotive Research has found that President Donald Trump's 25% auto tariffs imposed in early April will increase costs by about $108

Study finds Trump's 25% auto tariffs could cost US automakers $108 billion
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US seeks consent decree on Columbia over protests, WSJ reports

The Trump administration is working to force Columbia University into a consent decree that would legally bind the school to follow federal guidelines in how it combats antisemitism, the

US seeks consent decree on Columbia over protests, WSJ reports
Political|US

Pronouns in some reporters' email signatures get a stony response from Trump administration

You know those email signatures at the end of messages

Pronouns in some reporters' email signatures get a stony response from Trump administration
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump says not sure U.S. Steel needs a deal with Nippon thanks to tariffs

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was not sure U.S.

Trump says not sure U.S. Steel needs a deal with Nippon thanks to tariffs
Africa|Business|Economy|Political

African nations that faced steep Trump tariffs get some relief but mostly more uncertainty

African nations that were facing some of the steepest reciprocal tariffs from the Trump administration have been given a moment of relief with the pausing of the duties

African nations that faced steep Trump tariffs get some relief but mostly more uncertainty
Health|Political|Science|US

US NIH reverses conference travel ban for scientists

The U.S.

US NIH reverses conference travel ban for scientists
Economy|Political|US

Democrats in Congress urge Trump to reverse FTC firings

President Donald Trump should reinstate two Democratic commissioners at the U.S.

Democrats in Congress urge Trump to reverse FTC firings
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump's tariff pause does little to lower overall tariff rates, Yale researchers say

U.S.

Trump's tariff pause does little to lower overall tariff rates, Yale researchers say
Economy|Political|US

Bernice King reflects on the Fair Housing Act, made law after her father's killing

Bernice King warns decades of work to reduce inequities in housing is at risk, as the Trump administration cuts funding for projects and tries to reduce funding for nonprofits that handle housing discrimination complaints

Bernice King reflects on the Fair Housing Act, made law after her father's killing
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Modelo owner Constellation says Trump immigration crackdown hitting Hispanic customers

Modelo Especial owner Constellation Brands' beer sales are taking a hit as demand from Hispanic populations in key U.S. states slows down amid Trump's crackdown on

Modelo owner Constellation says Trump immigration crackdown hitting Hispanic customers
Election|Political|US

Billionaires, trusted allies, media personalities. These are the people Trump picked for top roles

President Donald Trump has prioritized loyalty in building his second-term team

Billionaires, trusted allies, media personalities. These are the people Trump picked for top roles
MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration will screen for antisemitic activity in granting immigration benefits

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services says the Trump administration will immediately start considering “antisemitic activity” on social media and physical harassment of Jewish people as grounds for denying immigration benefits

Trump administration will screen for antisemitic activity in granting immigration benefits
Political|US

Republican-led House passes bill to limit nationwide orders from federal district judges

The House has passed a bill that limits the authority of federal district judges to issue nationwide orders

Republican-led House passes bill to limit nationwide orders from federal district judges
Business|Political|US

Trump signs executive order targeting law firm Susman Godfrey

U.S.

Trump signs executive order targeting law firm Susman Godfrey
Health|Political|US

Trump administration plans to remove all members of HIV advisory council

By Dan Levine -The Trump administration plans to remove all the members of a presidential advisory council on HIV/AIDS and provided no timeline for replacing them as the government overhauls its

Trump administration plans to remove all members of HIV advisory council
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Corona beer maker Constellation forecasts annual profit below estimates on tariff hit

Brewer Constellation Brands on Wednesday forecast fiscal 2026 profit below analysts' estimates, expecting steep levies imposed by the Trump administration to hit its beers and spirits

Corona beer maker Constellation forecasts annual profit below estimates on tariff hit
Europe|Political|US|World

House Republicans and Democrats say the US must maintain its troop totals in Europe

Republican and Democratic members of the House Armed Services Committee have voiced sharp bipartisan criticism about reports the Trump administration is eyeing a reduction of U.S. forces in Europe, saying America must stick with its NATO allies

House Republicans and Democrats say the US must maintain its troop totals in Europe
Economy|Political|US

Interior Department staff, including those at national parks, offered buyouts and early retirement

Employees across the Department of the Interior have until the end of Wednesday to respond to the latest offer to take buyouts or early retirement

Interior Department staff, including those at national parks, offered buyouts and early retirement
MidEast|Political|US|World

US to screen social media of immigrants, rights advocates raise concerns

The U.S. government said on Wednesday it will begin screening the social media of immigrants and visa applicants for what it called antisemitic activity,

US to screen social media of immigrants, rights advocates raise concerns
Environment|Political|Technology|US

US EPA tracking card swipes and laptop logins to check staff office return, memo shows

The U.S.

US EPA tracking card swipes and laptop logins to check staff office return, memo shows
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison
Political|US

Supreme Court allows Trump’s firings of independent agency board members to take effect, for now

The Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to oust two board members who oversee independent agencies, for now

Supreme Court allows Trump’s firings of independent agency board members to take effect, for now
Americas|Political|US

US Senate narrowly confirms ex-CIA officer Johnson as ambassador to Mexico

The U.S.

US Senate narrowly confirms ex-CIA officer Johnson as ambassador to Mexico
Education|Europe|Opinion|Political|US|World

Universities in Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union thought giving in to government demands would save their independence

Before the Nazis, German universities were among the best in the world. Step by step, the universities gave up their independence until they were instruments of the state.

Universities in Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union thought giving in to government demands would save their independence
Education|Political|US

Trump administration freezes $1.8 billion for Cornell and Northwestern

Cornell University and Northwestern University say they haven't received any notice from the U.S. government about paused federal funding even though the White House says more than $1 billion for Cornell and about $790 million for Northwestern have been frozen

Trump administration freezes $1.8 billion for Cornell and Northwestern
Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court’s decision on deportations gave both the Trump administration and ACLU reasons to claim a victory − but noncitizens clearly lost

Can both sides legitimately say they won a Supreme Court victory?

Supreme Court’s decision on deportations gave both the Trump administration and ACLU reasons to claim a victory − but noncitizens clearly lost
Business|Political|US

US appeals court sides with Trump, clears way to fire thousands of federal workers

A U.S. appeals court cleared the way on Wednesday for 18 federal agencies to once again fire thousands of employees who lost their jobs as part of President Donald

US appeals court sides with Trump, clears way to fire thousands of federal workers
Political|US

Appeals court clears the way for the Trump administration to fire thousands of probationary workers

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s administration to fire thousands of probationary workers, halting a judge’s order requiring them to be reinstated

Appeals court clears the way for the Trump administration to fire thousands of probationary workers
Food|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration intends to modify some UN food agency awards, State Dept says

President Donald Trump's administration wants the U.N.

Trump administration intends to modify some UN food agency awards, State Dept says
Political|US

Trump White House to appeal ruling lifting AP restrictions over Gulf of Mexico

President Donald Trump's White House intends to challenge a judge's ruling lifting the restrictions it imposed on the Associated Press over the news agency's

Trump White House to appeal ruling lifting AP restrictions over Gulf of Mexico
Political|US

Trump administration appeals court decision ordering AP journalists back into White House events

The Trump administration says it will appeal a federal court decision that ordered it to readmit Associated Press journalists to White House events on First Amendment grounds

Trump administration appeals court decision ordering AP journalists back into White House events
Asia|Food|MidEast|Political|US|World

US restores urgent food aid, except in Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest countries

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has reversed cuts in emergency food aid to several nations but maintained them in Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest countries

US restores urgent food aid, except in Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest countries
Business|Political|Technology|US

Trump administration backs off Nvidia's H20 chip crackdown after Mar-a-Lago dinner, NPR reports

The Trump administration has reversed course on plans to restrict exports of Nvidia's H20 artificial intelligence chips to China after CEO Jensen Huang attended a Mar-a-Lago dinner last

Trump administration backs off Nvidia's H20 chip crackdown after Mar-a-Lago dinner, NPR reports
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Republicans in US Congress sweat Trump tariffs' hit to retirees, a critical constituency

Republicans in Congress are worried that the market rout sparked by U.S.

Republicans in US Congress sweat Trump tariffs' hit to retirees, a critical constituency
Business|Political|Technology|US

US Senate panel advances Trump nominee to oversee $42-billion government internet fund

The U.S.

US Senate panel advances Trump nominee to oversee $42-billion government internet fund
Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU to start retaliating against U.S. tariffs on Tuesday

The European Union will launch its first countermeasures against U.S.

EU to start retaliating against U.S. tariffs on Tuesday
Education|Political|US

Trump administration freezes $1 billion in funding for Cornell University, $790 million for Northwestern University

Trump administration freezes $1 billion in funding for Cornell University, $790 million for Northwestern University

Trump administration freezes $1 billion in funding for Cornell University, $790 million for Northwestern University
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US freezes funding for Cornell, Northwestern University in latest crackdown

The Trump administration has frozen over $1 billion in funding for Cornell University and $790 million for Northwestern University while it

US freezes funding for Cornell, Northwestern University in latest crackdown
Americas|Business|Political|US|World

US to 'take back' Panama Canal from Chinese influence, visiting Pentagon chief says

The United States will "take back" the Panama Canal from Chinese influence, U.S.

US to 'take back' Panama Canal from Chinese influence, visiting Pentagon chief says
Political|US

AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists

A federal judge has ordered the White House to restore The Associated Press’ full access to cover presidential events

AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

US says Moroccan proposal should be sole basis for Western Sahara talks

Talks to resolve the conflict over Western Sahara should take place on the sole basis of a Moroccan plan that would give the region some autonomy under the North

US says Moroccan proposal should be sole basis for Western Sahara talks
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration moves to restore some terminated foreign aid programs, sources say

President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday moved to reinstate at least six recently canceled U.S. foreign aid

Trump administration moves to restore some terminated foreign aid programs, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

US agriculture chief says new deals may be struck over tariffs by end of week

U.S.

US agriculture chief says new deals may be struck over tariffs by end of week
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters
Political|US

Judge lifts Trump White House restrictions on AP while lawsuit proceeds

A U.S. judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump’s White House to lift access restrictions imposed on the Associated Press over the news agency's

Judge lifts Trump White House restrictions on AP while lawsuit proceeds
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

US given one day to show evidence for deporting Columbia University protester Khalil

An immigration judge on Tuesday gave the U.S. government a day to show evidence that Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil should be

US given one day to show evidence for deporting Columbia University protester Khalil
Education|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration ends $4 million in funding to Princeton's climate-related programs

The U.S.

Trump administration ends $4 million in funding to Princeton's climate-related programs
Americas|Political|US

The Latest: Trump signs executive orders to boost coal

President Donald Trump has signed executive orders aimed at boosting coal, a reliable but polluting energy source that has been in decline for decades

The Latest: Trump signs executive orders to boost coal
Political|US

Federal judge says White House’s punishment of Associated Press is unconstitutional

Federal judge says White House’s punishment of Associated Press is unconstitutional

Federal judge says White House’s punishment of Associated Press is unconstitutional
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

US Senate confirms Japan ambassador as tariffs complicate ties

The U.S.

US Senate confirms Japan ambassador as tariffs complicate ties
Political|US

Democratic lawmakers slam Trump admin after Reuters reports US Navy admiral firing

Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday sharply criticized President Donald Trump's administration and said it was harming national security, after Reuters

Democratic lawmakers slam Trump admin after Reuters reports US Navy admiral firing
Business|Economy|Political|US

New offers for buyouts and early retirement offered to Homeland Security staff

The Department of Homeland Security is offering buyouts and early retirement options to staffers, as officials push forward with efforts to reduce and reshape the federal workforce

New offers for buyouts and early retirement offered to Homeland Security staff
Economy|Political|US

Trump administration cancels $188M in grants New York City was using to shelter migrants

The Trump administration has canceled $188 million in federal grants meant to reimburse New York City for sheltering migrants, saying the money was being spent to support illegal immigration

Trump administration cancels $188M in grants New York City was using to shelter migrants
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

See Richard Quest's reaction to Trump advisers' tariff remarks

CNN's Richard Quest reacts to top economic officials in the Trump administration defending the widespread tariffs Trump announced that has caused US stock prices to plunge.

See Richard Quest's reaction to Trump advisers' tariff remarks
Crime|Political|US

Trump touts Supreme Court deportation ruling as a major victory, but legal fight is far from over

The Trump administration is touting a Supreme Court ruling allowing it to resume deportations under the Alien Enemies Act as a major victory, but the immigration fight is far from over

Trump touts Supreme Court deportation ruling as a major victory, but legal fight is far from over
Political|US

Supreme Court blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate thousands of federal workers

The Supreme Court has blocked an order for the Trump administration to return to work thousands of federal employees who were let go in mass firings aimed at dramatically downsizing the federal government

Supreme Court blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate thousands of federal workers
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

The Trump administration withdrew 11 pieces of ADA guidance. How will it affect compliance?

President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn 11 pieces of guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act that helped stores, hotels and other businesses understand their obligation to the law

The Trump administration withdrew 11 pieces of ADA guidance. How will it affect compliance?
Education|Political|US

Democratic-led cities and states push back on threats to cut US school funding over DEI

Some Democratic-led states and cities are pushing back on a Trump administration threat to cut education funding over diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, creating a standoff that could test how far the White House is willing to go to press its demands on the nation’s schools

Democratic-led cities and states push back on threats to cut US school funding over DEI
Political|US

Supreme Court backs Trump for now on fired probationary federal employees

Supreme Court backs Trump for now on fired probationary federal employees

Supreme Court backs Trump for now on fired probationary federal employees
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|US

Justice Department will disband its crypto-related enforcement team

The Justice Department is disbanding a team of prosecutors who targeted cryptocurrency crimes and is shifting its focus away from complex crypto-related cases involving banking and securities law

Justice Department will disband its crypto-related enforcement team
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US

US expected a big travel year, but overseas visitors — angered by Trump — are heading elsewhere

Visits to the U.S. from overseas fell 11.6% in March compared to the same month last year, according to preliminary government data released Tuesday

US expected a big travel year, but overseas visitors — angered by Trump — are heading elsewhere
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

As a future of US foreign aid cuts comes into focus, so do efforts to respond

The reality of the Trump administration’s cuts to U.S. foreign assistance are sinking in within the field of international development

As a future of US foreign aid cuts comes into focus, so do efforts to respond
Business|Environment|Political|Technology|US

Musk's DOGE using AI to snoop on U.S. federal workers, sources say

Trump administration officials have told some U.S. government employees that Elon Musk's DOGE team of technologists is

Musk's DOGE using AI to snoop on U.S. federal workers, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump is trying to reinvent 1950 with his tariffs. He should be planning for 2050

Trump is trying to reinvent 1950 with his tariffs. He should be planning for 2050

Trump is trying to reinvent 1950 with his tariffs. He should be planning for 2050
Political|US

Trump plans to fine migrants $998 a day for failing to leave after deportation order

By Ted Hesson and Kristina Cooke WASHINGTON - The Trump administration plans to fine migrants under deportation orders up to $998 a day if they fail to leave the United States and to seize their

Trump plans to fine migrants $998 a day for failing to leave after deportation order
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration weighs drone strikes on Mexican cartels, NBC News reports

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is considering drone strikes on drug cartels in Mexico to combat trafficking across the southern border, NBC News reported on Tuesday.

Trump administration weighs drone strikes on Mexican cartels, NBC News reports
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

As Trump’s immigration crackdown continues, ethics questions are being raised over the use of masked federal agents

As Trump’s immigration crackdown continues, ethics questions are being raised over the use of masked federal agents

As Trump’s immigration crackdown continues, ethics questions are being raised over the use of masked federal agents
MidEast|Political|US|World

The US ends lifesaving food aid for millions. The World Food Program calls it a 'death sentence'

The Trump administration has ended funding to U.N. World Food Program emergency programs helping keep millions alive in Afghanistan, Syria, Yemen and 11 other impoverished countries, many of them struggling with conflict

The US ends lifesaving food aid for millions. The World Food Program calls it a 'death sentence'
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US appeals court rejects Trump bid to fast-track migrant deportations

A U.S. appeals court on Monday declined to lift an order temporarily blocking the Trump administration from deporting people to countries the government did not

US appeals court rejects Trump bid to fast-track migrant deportations
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act, after judges’ review

The Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to use an 18th century wartime law to deport Venezuelan migrants, but says they must get a court hearing before they are taken from the United States

Supreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act, after judges’ review
Political|US|World

Trump administration fires senior Navy female officer at NATO. She appeared on a 'woke' list

U.S. officials say Navy Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, the only woman on NATO’s military committee, was fired over the weekend by the Trump administration

Trump administration fires senior Navy female officer at NATO. She appeared on a 'woke' list
Americas|Business|Education|Political|World

Federal grants to fight child labor worldwide are axed in DOGE cuts

The Trump administrated has canceled millions of dollars in international grants that a Department of Labor division administered to combat child labor and slave labor around the world

Federal grants to fight child labor worldwide are axed in DOGE cuts
Business|Economy|Political|US

Tariff turmoil could undercut Trump's buyout offers to federal workers

A host of U.S. federal agencies have unveiled fresh buyout offers to slash their workforce, renewing a voluntary program that preceded the

Tariff turmoil could undercut Trump's buyout offers to federal workers
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say

U.S.

Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say
Political|US

National Park Service removes references to Harriet Tubman from Underground Railroad webpage

National Park Service removes references to Harriet Tubman from Underground Railroad webpage

National Park Service removes references to Harriet Tubman from Underground Railroad webpage
Political|US

Trump admin in early stages of planning a June military parade in Washington, DC

Trump admin in early stages of planning a June military parade in Washington, DC

Trump admin in early stages of planning a June military parade in Washington, DC
Political|US|World

US admiral at NATO fired in expanding national security purge

U.S.

US admiral at NATO fired in expanding national security purge
Political|US

Chief Justice Roberts pauses deadline for return of Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Chief Justice John Roberts has agreed to pause a midnight deadline for the Trump administration to return a Maryland man mistakenly deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador

Chief Justice Roberts pauses deadline for return of Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks order to return migrant deported to El Salvador in error

The U.S.

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks order to return migrant deported to El Salvador in error
Business|Education|Political|Technology|US

Appeals court restores DOGE access to sensitive information at US agencies

A federal appeals court is allowing billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency to once again access people’s private data at the Education Department, the Treasury Department and the Office of Personnel Management

Appeals court restores DOGE access to sensitive information at US agencies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US stocks slide loses steam even as tariff worries remain

A global equities meltdown lost some of its intensity on Monday as U.S.

US stocks slide loses steam even as tariff worries remain
Business|Economy|Political|US

Catholic bishops end refugee aid partnerships with US government, citing funding cuts

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops is ending a half-century of partnerships with the federal government to serve refugees and children

Catholic bishops end refugee aid partnerships with US government, citing funding cuts
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fed's priority should be to keep inflation in check: Kugler

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler on Monday said that some of the recent rise in goods and market-services inflation may be "anticipatory" of the effect of the Trump administration's

Fed's priority should be to keep inflation in check: Kugler
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick, bank CEOs discussed tariffs one day after announcement

The heads of the largest U.S. banks met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick last week and discussed President Donald Trump's tariff plans a day after they

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick, bank CEOs discussed tariffs one day after announcement
Americas|Crime|Political|US

U.S. appeals court won't block order requiring return of man wrongly deported to El Salvador

A U.S. appeals court has declined to block a federal judge’s ruling that said the United States must bring a man back to Maryland after he was wrongly deported to El

U.S. appeals court won't block order requiring return of man wrongly deported to El Salvador
Political|US

Top federal labor officials reinstated by full DC federal appeals court

Top federal labor officials reinstated by full DC federal appeals court

Top federal labor officials reinstated by full DC federal appeals court
Americas|Crime|Education|Political|US

Judge says deportation of man to El Salvador prison is ‘wholly lawless,’ with deadline to return him to America today

Judge says deportation of man to El Salvador prison is ‘wholly lawless,’ with deadline to return him to America today

Judge says deportation of man to El Salvador prison is ‘wholly lawless,’ with deadline to return him to America today
Environment|Political|Science|US

EPA must use the best available science − by law − but what does that mean?

The Trump administration’s job cuts and advisory board changes at the agency won’t change those rules, as a former EPA science adviser explains.

EPA must use the best available science − by law − but what does that mean?
Americas|Crime|Political|US

CIA is reviewing its authorities to use lethal force against drug cartels

CIA is reviewing its authorities to use lethal force against drug cartels

CIA is reviewing its authorities to use lethal force against drug cartels
MidEast|Political|World

Iran-backed militias in Iraq ready to disarm to avert Trump wrath

Several powerful Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq are prepared to disarm for the first time to avert the threat of an escalating conflict with the U.S.

Iran-backed militias in Iraq ready to disarm to avert Trump wrath
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he's not backing down on tariffs, calls them 'medicine' as markets reel

President Donald Trump says he won’t back down on his sweeping tariffs on imports from most of the world unless countries even out their trade with the U.S. He's digging in on his plans to implement the taxes that have sent financial markets reeling, raised fears of a recession and upended the global trading system

Trump says he's not backing down on tariffs, calls them 'medicine' as markets reel
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US stock futures tumble indicating another plummet on Wall Street

U.S. stock futures opened sharply lower late on Sunday, suggesting a continuation of the two-day selloff that wiped trillions from equity values after the

US stock futures tumble indicating another plummet on Wall Street
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump’s team offers mixed messaging on tariff negotiation, downplays market volatility

Trump’s team offers mixed messaging on tariff negotiation, downplays market volatility

Trump’s team offers mixed messaging on tariff negotiation, downplays market volatility
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge says deportation of Maryland man to an El Salvador prison was 'wholly lawless'

A federal judge says the U_S_ government’s decision to arrest a Maryland man and send him to a notorious prison in El Salvador appears to be “wholly lawless.”

Judge says deportation of Maryland man to an El Salvador prison was 'wholly lawless'
Africa|Political|Sports|US|World

The US has revoked visas for South Sudanese while civil war threatens at home

The United States once cheered the creation of South Sudan as an independent nation

The US has revoked visas for South Sudanese while civil war threatens at home
Political|US

As judges stymie Trump with nationwide orders, pressure builds on US Supreme Court

Republican President Donald Trump and his Democratic predecessor Joe Biden may not agree on much, but there is one issue on which they have been united: The need

As judges stymie Trump with nationwide orders, pressure builds on US Supreme Court
Education|Political|US

Trump’s crackdown on university protests is casting a long shadow. Activists hope he’s also providing a spark

Trump’s crackdown on university protests is casting a long shadow. Activists hope he’s also providing a spark

Trump’s crackdown on university protests is casting a long shadow. Activists hope he’s also providing a spark
Asia|Political|US|World

Foreign journalists at US-backed media fear being sent to repressive homelands after Trump's cuts

Reporters and human rights groups say the Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the U.S. Agency for Global Media have put dozens of journalists at risk, especially those who defied authoritarian regimes to help fulfill the U.S. mission of delivering uncensored news to parts of the world under repressive rule

Foreign journalists at US-backed media fear being sent to repressive homelands after Trump's cuts
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Protests continue at Tesla showrooms amid talk Elon Musk could soon leave DOGE

Protests continue at Tesla showrooms amid talk Elon Musk could soon leave DOGE

Protests continue at Tesla showrooms amid talk Elon Musk could soon leave DOGE
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration argues judge cannot order return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

The Trump administration is asking an appeals court to suspend a judge's order for the government to broker the return of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported from the U.S. to a notorious El Salvador prison

Trump administration argues judge cannot order return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
Business|Political|US

Doug Emhoff publicly criticizes his law firm for coming to agreement with Trump administration

Doug Emhoff publicly criticizes his law firm for coming to agreement with Trump administration

Doug Emhoff publicly criticizes his law firm for coming to agreement with Trump administration
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Hear Rubio’s response to 'crashing' markets after tariff news

At a NATO foreign ministers summit in Brussels, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded to a reporter’s question about the impact of President Trump's recent tariff announcements on European markets.

Hear Rubio’s response to 'crashing' markets after tariff news
Americas|Political|US

Attorney for father deported in 'error' says this is what's 'new, unique and terrifying' about case

CNN's Erin Burnett speaks with Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, the attorney for a Maryland father the Trump administration conceded it mistakenly deported to El Salvador “because of an administrative error.”

Attorney for father deported in 'error' says this is what's 'new, unique and terrifying' about case
Education|Political|US

NY public schools tell Trump administration they won't comply with DEI order

New York state school officials have told the Trump administration that they will not comply with its demands to end diversity, equity and inclusion practices, despite the administration’s threats to terminate federal education funding

NY public schools tell Trump administration they won't comply with DEI order
Political|US

Trump administration appoints junior officer to oversee US Foreign Service, sources say

The Trump administration has appointed a national security lawyer who entered the foreign service just four years ago as the top official overseeing the State

Trump administration appoints junior officer to oversee US Foreign Service, sources say
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Priscilla Alvarez on what we know about father mistakenly deported, sent to El Salvador prison

The Trump administration conceded in a court filing that it mistakenly deported a Maryland father to El Salvador “because of an administrative error” and argued it could not return him because he’s now in Salvadoran custody. CNN's Priscilla Alvarez reports.

Priscilla Alvarez on what we know about father mistakenly deported, sent to El Salvador prison
Asia|Political|US|World

USAID team fired while in Myanmar earthquake zone, ex-official says

Three U.S. aid workers were laid off while in Myanmar helping the rescue and recovery from the country's massive earthquake, a former senior staffer said, as the

USAID team fired while in Myanmar earthquake zone, ex-official says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge orders return of wrongly deported Maryland man to US from El Salvador

A U.S. judge ruled on Friday that the Trump administration must return a Maryland man who was wrongly deported to El Salvador to the United States within three days, the

Judge orders return of wrongly deported Maryland man to US from El Salvador
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Voices from coal country say closures of MSHA offices will endanger mine safety

Stanley “Goose” Stewart, who survived the Upper Big Branch coal mine disaster that killed 29 workers 15 years ago Saturday, calls a recommendation by the Trump administration to close three dozen offices of the Mine Safety and Health Administration across the country “idiotic.”

Voices from coal country say closures of MSHA offices will endanger mine safety
Asia|Political|US|World

In the race to save lives after the Myanmar quake, US rescuers are notable by their absence

Day after day, Chinese rescue teams haul children and elderly people from collapsed buildings

In the race to save lives after the Myanmar quake, US rescuers are notable by their absence
Economy|Political|US

IRS plans to cut up to 25% of staff, starting with closing its civil rights office, AP sources say

The IRS plans to cut as many as 20,000 staffers as part of layoffs that began Friday

IRS plans to cut up to 25% of staff, starting with closing its civil rights office, AP sources say
Education|Political|US

Maya Angelou memoir, Holocaust book are among those pulled from Naval Academy library in DEI purge

Books on the Holocaust, histories of feminism, civil rights and racism, and Maya Angelou’s famous autobiography, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” were among the nearly 400 volumes removed from the U.S. Naval Academy’s library this week

Maya Angelou memoir, Holocaust book are among those pulled from Naval Academy library in DEI purge
Economy|Political|US

The math Trump's admin. used to calculate tariff rates stuns economists

President Trump's administration says they used a formula to calculate tariff rates for foreign countries. CNN anchors Dana Bash and Phil Mattingly break down the numbers and how economists are reacting.

The math Trump's admin. used to calculate tariff rates stuns economists
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration rolls back forest protections in bid to ramp up logging

President Donald Trump's administration has rolled back environmental protections around future logging projects on more than half of U.S. national forests under an emergency designation issued Friday that cites the dangers of wildfires

Trump administration rolls back forest protections in bid to ramp up logging
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump administration halts Biden proposal to let Medicare, Medicaid cover anti-obesity drugs

Trump administration halts Biden proposal to let Medicare, Medicaid cover anti-obesity drugs

Trump administration halts Biden proposal to let Medicare, Medicaid cover anti-obesity drugs
Environment|Political|US

Trump administration ends key grant program that helps communities prepare for disasters

The Trump administration is ending a key program used by communities to pay for projects designed to help them prepare for natural disasters like flooding and fires

Trump administration ends key grant program that helps communities prepare for disasters
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Tufts student's immigration arrest case moved to Vermont, not Louisiana, by US judge

The Trump administration on Friday lost a bid to throw out or move to Louisiana a Tufts University student's legal challenge to her immigration arrest, which

Tufts student's immigration arrest case moved to Vermont, not Louisiana, by US judge
Education|Political|US

US Supreme Court lets Trump cut teacher training grants in DEI-related case

The U.S.

US Supreme Court lets Trump cut teacher training grants in DEI-related case
Political|US

Trump administration fires director of National Security Agency

Trump administration fires director of National Security Agency

Trump administration fires director of National Security Agency
Education|Political|US

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to cut teacher-training money, for now

The Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration’s plea to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in teacher-training money as part of its anti-DEI efforts

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to cut teacher-training money, for now
Education|Political|US

5-4 Supreme Court allows Trump to freeze roughly $65 million in teacher training grants

5-4 Supreme Court allows Trump to freeze roughly $65 million in teacher training grants

5-4 Supreme Court allows Trump to freeze roughly $65 million in teacher training grants
Americas|Business|Political|US|World

Hegseth is to travel to Panama for meetings following Trump's demands for the canal

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will travel to Panama next week to meet its leaders following recent U.S. allegations of Chinese interference in the operations of the critical Panama Canal shipping lane

Hegseth is to travel to Panama for meetings following Trump's demands for the canal
Business|Political|US

DOGE staffers arrive at U.S. antitrust and consumer protection agency

Two people working with billionaire Elon Musk on a bid to radically shrink the U.S. government have started work at the U.S.

DOGE staffers arrive at U.S. antitrust and consumer protection agency
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Tariff turmoil puts a freeze on global M&A dealmaking

From Wall Street to Israel and Sweden, U.S.

Tariff turmoil puts a freeze on global M&A dealmaking
Americas|Political|US

Judge blocks Trump from dismantling agency that funds community groups in Latin American countries

A federal judge agreed on Friday to block the Trump administration from dismantling an independent agency that distributes grant money to community development groups in Latin American and Caribbean countries

Judge blocks Trump from dismantling agency that funds community groups in Latin American countries
Education|Political|US

Trump administration issues demands on Harvard as conditions for billions in federal money

Some alumni want Harvard to resist Trump administration demands the university must meet to receive $9 billion in federal grants and contracts being threatened during an investigation into campus antisemitism

Trump administration issues demands on Harvard as conditions for billions in federal money
Business|Environment|Health|Political|US

Chemical industry seeks exemptions from US pollution rules as part of Trump administration offer

Industry groups representing hundreds of chemical and petrochemical manufacturers are seeking blanket exemptions from federal requirements to reduce emissions of toxic chemicals such as mercury, arsenic and benzene

Chemical industry seeks exemptions from US pollution rules as part of Trump administration offer
Business|Political|US

The Energy Department identifies thousands of nonessential positions at risk of DOGE cuts

The Energy Department has identified thousands of federal workers it deems "nonessential" and would not be protected if there is a large-scale reduction in force

The Energy Department identifies thousands of nonessential positions at risk of DOGE cuts
Election|Political|US

The hidden power of marathon Senate speeches: What history tells us about Cory Booker’s 25-hour oration

In some cases, long Senate speeches don’t produce clear results. In other cases, they can help pass or prevent new legislation.

The hidden power of marathon Senate speeches: What history tells us about Cory Booker’s 25-hour oration
MidEast|Political|US|World

Cost of US military offensive against Houthis nears $1 billion with limited impact

Cost of US military offensive against Houthis nears $1 billion with limited impact

Cost of US military offensive against Houthis nears $1 billion with limited impact
Business|Political|US|World

Putin envoy on why Americans should believe there will be an outcome in war

CNN's Phil Mattingly sits down with senior Russian negotiator Kirill Dmitriev, who traveled to Washington, DC, for talks on strengthening relations between Russia and Ukraine as they seek to end the war. Dmitriev's visit marks the first time a senior Russian official has visited Washington, DC, for talks since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 and marks a further step in the marked warming in relations between the two countries since President Donald Trump returned to office in January.

Putin envoy on why Americans should believe there will be an outcome in war
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Federal officials are quietly terminating the legal residency of some international college students

A crackdown on foreign students is alarming college leaders, who say the Trump administration is using new tactics and vague justifications to push some students out of the country

Federal officials are quietly terminating the legal residency of some international college students
MidEast|Political|US|World

US sending Israel 20,000 assault rifles that Biden had delayed, say sources

The Trump administration moved forward with the sale of more than 20,000 U.S.-made assault rifles to Israel last month, according to a document seen by Reuters

US sending Israel 20,000 assault rifles that Biden had delayed, say sources
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Ukrainian team to head to US to discuss new minerals deal framework

A Ukrainian government team will head to the United States in the near future for discussions on a new framework for a minerals deal, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Friday.

Ukrainian team to head to US to discuss new minerals deal framework
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|US

US electric vehicle industry is collateral damage in Trump's escalating trade war

One big loser in President Donald Trump’s escalating trade war is likely to be the U.S. electric vehicle industry

US electric vehicle industry is collateral damage in Trump's escalating trade war
Business|Political|US

As dusk falls in Washington on Fridays, the firings begin

Mary Glantz was in her room at a Hampton Inn in Columbia, South Carolina, last Friday night during a trip visiting friends when her phone began

As dusk falls in Washington on Fridays, the firings begin
Business|Health|Political|Science|US

Trump layoffs begin to erode FDA drug review system

The Trump administration's mass firings at the U.S.

Trump layoffs begin to erode FDA drug review system
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia urges restraint on all sides over Iran's nuclear programme

Russia said on Friday that the question of Iran's nuclear programme should be resolved politically and diplomatically, urging restraint on all sides.

Russia urges restraint on all sides over Iran's nuclear programme
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Mistaken deportations stoke concerns over Trump’s aggressive immigration push

Mistaken deportations stoke concerns over Trump’s aggressive immigration push

Mistaken deportations stoke concerns over Trump’s aggressive immigration push
Education|Political|US

Trump administration demands changes in letter to Harvard University as review of federal funding is underway

Trump administration demands changes in letter to Harvard University as review of federal funding is underway

Trump administration demands changes in letter to Harvard University as review of federal funding is underway
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US to freeze Brown University grants, calls for restrictions at Harvard

The U.S. government plans to freeze grants to Brown University and separately set conditions that Harvard University must meet - including a

US to freeze Brown University grants, calls for restrictions at Harvard
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

The US is negotiating a minerals deal with conflict-hit Congo, a Trump official says

A Trump administration official says the United States is talking with conflict-plagued Congo about developing its mineral resources under a deal that the Congolese president has said could help make his country safer

The US is negotiating a minerals deal with conflict-hit Congo, a Trump official says
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Brown University to see half a billion in federal funding halted by Trump administration

A White House official says the Trump administration is planning to halt more than half a billion dollars in contracts and grants awarded to Brown University

Brown University to see half a billion in federal funding halted by Trump administration
Economy|Political|US

Trump administration fires staff of program that helps low-income households pay for heat

The Trump administration has laid off the entire staff of a $4.1 billion program that helps low-income households nationwide pay for heat

Trump administration fires staff of program that helps low-income households pay for heat
Health|Political|US

US judge blocks $11 billion Trump administration health funding cut for now

A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from cutting more than $11 billion in public health grants allocated to U.S. states

US judge blocks $11 billion Trump administration health funding cut for now
Education|Political|US

Trump administration is considering freezing $510 million in grants to Brown University

Trump administration is considering freezing $510 million in grants to Brown University

Trump administration is considering freezing $510 million in grants to Brown University
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted

Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted

Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Russian investment envoy sees positive dynamic in US relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Thursday that he saw a "positive dynamic" in relations between Moscow and Washington, though more meetings

Russian investment envoy sees positive dynamic in US relations
Arts|Political|US

US judge declines for now to block Trump 'gender ideology' arts grants ban

A federal judge on Thursday declined at this time to block U.S.

US judge declines for now to block Trump 'gender ideology' arts grants ban
Education|Political|US

US warns public schools of legal action, withholding funds over DEI

The U.S.

US warns public schools of legal action, withholding funds over DEI
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

US egg imports meant to drive prices down could be hit by tariffs

U.S.

US egg imports meant to drive prices down could be hit by tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump tariffs slam markets, stunned investors brace for slow growth, retaliation

Global investors grappled on Thursday with rising chances of an economic downturn and a sprawling trade war, as they

Trump tariffs slam markets, stunned investors brace for slow growth, retaliation
Health|Political|US

Federal judge says she will temporarily block billions in health funding cuts to states

A federal judge in Rhode Island says she'll temporarily block the Trump administration from cutting billions in federal public health dollars

Federal judge says she will temporarily block billions in health funding cuts to states
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge considering whether to hold Trump officials in contempt for violating court orders on deportation flights

Judge considering whether to hold Trump officials in contempt for violating court orders on deportation flights

Judge considering whether to hold Trump officials in contempt for violating court orders on deportation flights
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Judge says US government may have 'acted in bad faith' as he weighs contempt over deportation order

A federal judge says the Trump administration may have “acted in bad faith” by trying to rush Venezuelan migrants out of the country before a court could step in to block their deportations to El Salvador

Judge says US government may have 'acted in bad faith' as he weighs contempt over deportation order
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Equity long/short hedge funds wipe out year gains in market rout

Global equity long/short hedge funds erased their gains for the year on Thursday as stocks plunged after the Trump administration announced sweeping tariffs.

Equity long/short hedge funds wipe out year gains in market rout
Americas|Crime|Political|US

'Fair likelihood' Trump administration violated court order not to deport Venezuelans, judge says

There is a "fair likelihood" the Trump administration violated a court order temporarily blocking the deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members

'Fair likelihood' Trump administration violated court order not to deport Venezuelans, judge says
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump tariffs could stymie Big Tech's US data center spending spree

U.S.

Trump tariffs could stymie Big Tech's US data center spending spree
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump's global trade war may defeat US strategic goals on China

In its first months, U.S.

Trump's global trade war may defeat US strategic goals on China
Business|Political|US

US appeals court pauses order reversing Trump actions at CFPB

A federal appeals court on Thursday temporarily paused a lower court order from last week that had handed a major victory to government workers and consumer advocates fighting President

US appeals court pauses order reversing Trump actions at CFPB
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Jefferson: still substantial uncertainty on trade policy, need time to assess

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson on Thursday declined to offer any specifics about how the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs announced on Wednesday affect his outlook for

Fed's Jefferson: still substantial uncertainty on trade policy, need time to assess
Political|US

How a lone judge can block a Trump order nationwide – and why, from DACA to DOGE, this judicial check on presidents’ power is shaping how the government works

Do court-imposed nationwide injunctions, which stop policies for everyone across the country, give too much power to a single judge? Or do they protect important rights?

How a lone judge can block a Trump order nationwide – and why, from DACA to DOGE, this judicial check on presidents’ power is shaping how the government works
Business|Political|Science|Technology|US

US plans to develop AI projects on Energy Department lands

The administration of President Donald Trump said on Thursday it has identified 16 potential sites on U.S.

US plans to develop AI projects on Energy Department lands
Political|US|World

Trump-appointed State Department official steps down after less than 3 months

The U.S.

Trump-appointed State Department official steps down after less than 3 months
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump administration is months away from direct payments to farmers, agriculture secretary says

U.S.

Trump administration is months away from direct payments to farmers, agriculture secretary says
Education|Political|US

K-12 schools must sign certification against DEI to receive federal money, administration says

As a condition for receiving federal money, the Trump administration is ordering K-12 schools to they're following federal civil rights laws and ending any discriminatory diversity, equity and inclusion practices

K-12 schools must sign certification against DEI to receive federal money, administration says
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio tries to reassure wary allies of US commitment to NATO as Trump sends mixed signals

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Trump administration’s new envoy to NATO are seeking to reassure wary NATO members of the U.S. commitment to the alliance

Rubio tries to reassure wary allies of US commitment to NATO as Trump sends mixed signals
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US tech, retail stocks lead rout after Trump's tariff blow

Megacap U.S. tech companies including Apple and retail giants Walmart and Nike led a global market meltdown as President Donald Trump's

US tech, retail stocks lead rout after Trump's tariff blow
Business|Political|Technology|US

Trump TikTok decision to come before deadline, US vice president says

The Trump administration's decision on an American buyer for the short-video social media site TikTok will come before a weekend deadline, Vice President JD Vance said on

Trump TikTok decision to come before deadline, US vice president says
Business|Economy|Europe|Stock Markets|US

Sneaker and apparel retailers blindsided by tariffs on Asian factory hubs

Prices of Nike Jordan and Adidas Samba sneakers are likely to rise in the United States after President Donald Trump imposed a raft of new tariffs on

Sneaker and apparel retailers blindsided by tariffs on Asian factory hubs
Business|Economy|Political|US

Countries need to allow in more US products to bring down tariffs, Lutnick says

The Trump administration is talking to all major trading partners throughout the world about ways to bring down President Donald Trump's new tariffs, Commerce

Countries need to allow in more US products to bring down tariffs, Lutnick says
Business|Finance|Political|US

US Senate panel advances Trump pick Paul Atkins as SEC chairman

The U.S.

US Senate panel advances Trump pick Paul Atkins as SEC chairman
Australia|Economy|Political|US|World

Polar bear-inhabited islands affected by Trump tariffs

The Trump administration appears to be leaving no stone unturned with its sweeping tariffs around the globe, from rocky outcrops home to polar bears in the Arctic to tiny tropical islands to a former British penal colony

Polar bear-inhabited islands affected by Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

Pharma stocks survive market rout on tariff exemption, but uncertainty continues

Drugmaker stocks gained a temporary reprieve on Thursday as U.S.

Pharma stocks survive market rout on tariff exemption, but uncertainty continues
Education|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Susan Monarez, Trump’s nominee for CDC director, faces an unprecedented and tumultuous era at the agency

Trump’s nominee for the top CDC role would join the agency at a time of great turmoil and uncertainty for medical research.

Susan Monarez, Trump’s nominee for CDC director, faces an unprecedented and tumultuous era at the agency
Americas|Education|Opinion|Political|US

Lessons from El Salvador for US university leaders facing attacks from Trump

US college leaders would do well to reflect on the courage of their counterparts in 1980s El Salvador who opposed injustice despite grave personal risk.

Lessons from El Salvador for US university leaders facing attacks from Trump
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio: US is committed to NATO, but Europe must spend more on defence

U.S.

Rubio: US is committed to NATO, but Europe must spend more on defence
Business|Economy|Political|US

Every car is about to get more expensive. ‘It’s just math,’ former Ford CEO says

Every car is about to get more expensive. ‘It’s just math,’ former Ford CEO says

Every car is about to get more expensive. ‘It’s just math,’ former Ford CEO says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

India says studying impact of 27% US tariff, vows to push trade deal

India said on Thursday it was studying the impact of the 27% tariff slapped by the U.S. on its imports and vowed to push for a trade

India says studying impact of 27% US tariff, vows to push trade deal
Business|Political|US

Musk team issued inaccurate USAID firing notices, must send correct versions, say sources

Termination notices sent by billionaire Elon Musk's cost-cutting team to U.S.

Musk team issued inaccurate USAID firing notices, must send correct versions, say sources
Business|Economy|Political|US

Auto tariffs are now in effect. What it means for America - and you

Auto tariffs are now in effect. What it means for America - and you

Auto tariffs are now in effect. What it means for America - and you
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump signs order ending duty-free treatment for cheap shipments from China

U.S.

Trump signs order ending duty-free treatment for cheap shipments from China
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Danish prime minister visits Greenland as Trump seeks control of the Arctic territory

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is in Greenland for a visit aimed at building the trust of Greenlandic officials as the Trump administration is seeking control of the Arctic territory

Danish prime minister visits Greenland as Trump seeks control of the Arctic territory
Political|US

Musk's cuts at US Social Security agency are illegal, lawsuit claims

Disability rights groups filed a lawsuit on Wednesday claiming the Trump administration and billionaire Elon Musk broke various laws by firing thousands of workers and

Musk's cuts at US Social Security agency are illegal, lawsuit claims
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

What we know about the federal detention of activists, students and scholars connected to universities

What we know about the federal detention of activists, students and scholars connected to universities

What we know about the federal detention of activists, students and scholars connected to universities
Europe|Political|US|World

A wary Europe awaits Rubio with NATO's future on the line

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is traveling this week to a gathering of top diplomats from NATO countries

A wary Europe awaits Rubio with NATO's future on the line
Election|Political|US

Cory Booker’s historic speech energizes a discouraged Democratic base

Cory Booker’s historic speech energizes a discouraged Democratic base

Cory Booker’s historic speech energizes a discouraged Democratic base
Health|Political|Science|US

Scientists sue NIH, saying politics cut their research funding

A group of scientists and health groups sued the National Institutes of Health on Wednesday, arguing that an “ideological purge” of research funding is illegal and threatens medical cures

Scientists sue NIH, saying politics cut their research funding
Health|Political|Science|US

Researchers, ACLU sue over Trump's 'ideological purge' of NIH grants

Scientific researchers on Wednesday sued to secure reinstatement of National Institutes of Health grants that funded research on topics like LGBTQ health, COVID-19

Researchers, ACLU sue over Trump's 'ideological purge' of NIH grants
Health|Political|US

Scholars, groups sue Trump administration over canceled NIH research funding

Scholars, groups sue Trump administration over canceled NIH research funding

Scholars, groups sue Trump administration over canceled NIH research funding
Environment|Political|US

Trump administration moves to more easily fire some agency employees

The Trump administration has begun the process of reclassifying workers at some agencies to a new job category with fewer protections, according to two

Trump administration moves to more easily fire some agency employees
Political|US

Legal services for unaccompanied migrant children still uncertain after judge orders reinstatement

Legal aid clinics that represent migrant children alone in the U.S. say they are still in limbo a day after a federal judge in California ordered the Trump administration temporarily reinstate direct legal assistance

Legal services for unaccompanied migrant children still uncertain after judge orders reinstatement
Political|US

Social Security's acting leader faces calls to resign over decision to cut Maine contracts

The Social Security Administration’s acting commissioner is facing calls to resign after he issued an order that would have required Maine parents to register their newborns for Social Security numbers at a federal office rather than the hospital

Social Security's acting leader faces calls to resign over decision to cut Maine contracts
Political|US

Congress appropriated some FEMA money to house and aid migrants. Trump officials want it used to detain them

Congress appropriated some FEMA money to house and aid migrants. Trump officials want it used to detain them

Congress appropriated some FEMA money to house and aid migrants. Trump officials want it used to detain them
Africa|Asia|MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump adviser Waltz's team set up 20 Signal group chats for world crises, Politico reports

The team of President Donald Trump's national security adviser, Mike Waltz, set up at least 20 group chats on the commercial Signal app to coordinate official work on issues

Trump adviser Waltz's team set up 20 Signal group chats for world crises, Politico reports
Arts|Political|US

Head of Washington's African American History museum on personal leave, Washington Post reports

The director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, Kevin Young, has gone on personal leave, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday, citing an

Head of Washington's African American History museum on personal leave, Washington Post reports
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump import taxes could fall heaviest on Midwest and Southeast, Richmond Fed says

New import taxes imposed or potentially in the offing from the Trump administration could raise the average effective tariff rate on goods coming into the

Trump import taxes could fall heaviest on Midwest and Southeast, Richmond Fed says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US judge blocks Trump cuts to legal aid for migrant children

A federal judge ordered U.S.

US judge blocks Trump cuts to legal aid for migrant children
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspected US airstrikes in Yemen kill at least 6 people, Houthi rebels say

Suspected U.S. airstrikes have battered rebel-controlled areas of Yemen, which the Houthis say killed at least six people

Suspected US airstrikes in Yemen kill at least 6 people, Houthi rebels say
Economy|Political|US

Several federal agencies give employees another chance to resign with little time to decide

Several federal agencies give employees another chance to resign with little time to decide

Several federal agencies give employees another chance to resign with little time to decide
Business|Political|Technology|US

Amazon's last-minute bid for TikTok comes as a US ban on the platform is set to take effect Saturday

Amazon has put in a bid to purchase TikTok

Amazon's last-minute bid for TikTok comes as a US ban on the platform is set to take effect Saturday
Business|Economy|Political|US

Are you making changes because of tariffs? Tell us about it

Are you making changes because of tariffs? Tell us about it

Are you making changes because of tariffs? Tell us about it
Political|US

Judge who ordered fired federal workers to be reinstated now says ruling applies to 19 states and DC

A federal judge who had ordered the Trump administration to reinstate fired federal probationary employees across the country at more than a dozen agencies has narrowed the scope of his ruling so it now applies to workers in the 19 states and the District of Columbia that challenged the mass dismissals

Judge who ordered fired federal workers to be reinstated now says ruling applies to 19 states and DC
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Top officials to leave US SEC's anti-bribery unit, sources say

The top two leaders of the U.S.

Top officials to leave US SEC's anti-bribery unit, sources say
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration
Europe|Political|US|World

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Pre-tariff cars at US dealer lots a buffer against price hikes

Automakers with plenty of cars on dealer lots have a time advantage as they hone their strategies for passing on President Donald Trump's 25%

Pre-tariff cars at US dealer lots a buffer against price hikes
Education|Political|US

With its executive order targeting the Smithsonian, the Trump administration opens up a new front in the history wars

Most recent debates center on how much attention should be given to the history of the nation’s accomplishments over its darker chapters.

With its executive order targeting the Smithsonian, the Trump administration opens up a new front in the history wars
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

Mass layoffs rattle Head Start leaders already on edge over funding problems

President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday laid off scores of Health and Human Services employees, including many who ran the Head Start early education program

Mass layoffs rattle Head Start leaders already on edge over funding problems
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

Israel eliminates remaining tariffs on US goods ahead of Trump move

Israel has cancelled its remaining tariffs on imports from the United States, officials said on Tuesday, a day before the Trump administration hits global trading

Israel eliminates remaining tariffs on US goods ahead of Trump move
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump's reciprocal tariff plan amplifies risk of ocean shipping chaos, executives say

U.S.

Trump's reciprocal tariff plan amplifies risk of ocean shipping chaos, executives say
Political|US

Cory Booker: The US is 'in crisis'

Democratic New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker has engaged in a marathon speech on the Senate floor to protest actions taken by President Donald Trump’s administration. The speech is not a filibuster because Booker is not blocking legislation or a nomination.

Cory Booker: The US is 'in crisis'
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

US officials object to European push to buy weapons locally

U.S. officials have told European allies they want them to keep buying American-made arms, amid recent moves by the

US officials object to European push to buy weapons locally
Business|Crime|Political|US

Trump uses power against foes unlike any other modern US president

In just 10 weeks in office, Donald Trump has imposed his will on perceived adversaries in business, politics, the media and allied nations by

Trump uses power against foes unlike any other modern US president
Business|Finance|Political|US

Doug Emhoff's law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher reaches deal with Trump

(This April 1 story has been corrected to show that Willkie has agreed to not engage in illegal diversity-related employment practices, not

Doug Emhoff's law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher reaches deal with Trump
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump health layoffs include staff overseeing bird flu response, source says

The Trump administration has fired staff who were working on the U.S.

Trump health layoffs include staff overseeing bird flu response, source says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Putin's key investment negotiator heads to Washington for talks with Trump envoy, sources say

A key Kremlin negotiator is expected in Washington this week for talks with U.S.

Putin's key investment negotiator heads to Washington for talks with Trump envoy, sources say
Political|US

US judge blocks Trump administration from firing federal employees on probation

A federal judge on Tuesday said the administration of U.S.

US judge blocks Trump administration from firing federal employees on probation
Education|Political|US

Trump administration suspends dozens of research grants to Princeton

Trump administration suspends dozens of research grants to Princeton

Trump administration suspends dozens of research grants to Princeton
Election|Political|US

Cory Booker makes history with longest Senate floor speech in protest of Trump agenda

Cory Booker makes history with longest Senate floor speech in protest of Trump agenda

Cory Booker makes history with longest Senate floor speech in protest of Trump agenda
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Princeton's US grants frozen, follows Trump actions against other schools

Princeton University said on Tuesday the U.S. government froze several dozen research grants to the school, which became the latest academic institution

Princeton's US grants frozen, follows Trump actions against other schools
Economy|Health|Political|US

The Latest: Sen. Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech at over 24 hours

New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted 25 hours and 5 minutes, setting the record for the longest continuous Senate floor speech in the chamber’s history

The Latest: Sen. Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech at over 24 hours
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Migrant arrests at US-Mexico border in March lowest ever recorded

The number of migrants caught illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border in March fell to the lowest level ever recorded, according to initial figures released by the

Migrant arrests at US-Mexico border in March lowest ever recorded
Economy|Political|Travel|US

Anger against Trump is forecast to cost the US international visitors

An influential travel forecasting company says anger over the Trump administration’s tariffs and rhetoric will likely cause international travel to the U.S. to fall even further than expected this year

Anger against Trump is forecast to cost the US international visitors
Education|Political|US

Trump administration halts dozens of research grants at Princeton University

The Trump administration has halted several dozen federal research grants at Princeton University

Trump administration halts dozens of research grants at Princeton University
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US

Trump preparing executive order to increase weapons exports, sources say

U.S.

Trump preparing executive order to increase weapons exports, sources say
Business|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration weighs new coal leases at North Dakota mine

The Trump administration on Tuesday took a key step toward leasing new areas to a North Dakota coal mine that is proposing to operate through 2045.

Trump administration weighs new coal leases at North Dakota mine
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

S&P, Nasdaq end higher as Wall Street gyrates in Trump-tariffs limbo

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite both closed higher on Tuesday, after a topsy-turvy day on Wall Street dominated by investor angst ahead of the impending tariff

S&P, Nasdaq end higher as Wall Street gyrates in Trump-tariffs limbo
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University protester Khalil's case to remain in New Jersey

Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil may continue to challenge the legality of his arrest by immigration authorities in New Jersey, rather than in Louisiana

Columbia University protester Khalil's case to remain in New Jersey
Americas|Political|US

With Trump’s crackdown against dissent escalating, some seeking to protest his immigration policies face a difficult choice

With Trump’s crackdown against dissent escalating, some seeking to protest his immigration policies face a difficult choice

With Trump’s crackdown against dissent escalating, some seeking to protest his immigration policies face a difficult choice
Americas|Political|US

Most immigrants at risk of deportation from US are Christian, report finds

As many as four in five immigrants at risk of deportation from the United States are Christian, according to a new report that calls on their fellow believers to consider the impact of aggressive deportation policies pursued under the Trump administration

Most immigrants at risk of deportation from US are Christian, report finds
Health|Political|US

Trump administration pauses some family planning grants as it investigates compliance with laws

The Trump administration has paused some family planning grants as it investigates whether the providers are following federal laws

Trump administration pauses some family planning grants as it investigates compliance with laws
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge rejects Trump administration’s bid to move Mahmoud Khalil’s legal case to Louisiana

A federal judge has rejected a Trump administration bid to move Mahmoud Khalil’s legal case to Louisiana

Judge rejects Trump administration’s bid to move Mahmoud Khalil’s legal case to Louisiana
Political|US

Institute of Peace headquarters transfer is a done deal even as lawsuit continues to unfold

There is no answer yet on the lawsuit filed by Institute of Peace board members who were fired amid a remaking of the independent think tank

Institute of Peace headquarters transfer is a done deal even as lawsuit continues to unfold