Trump administration says its war in Iran has been ‘terminated’ before 60-day deadline - AP News

Trump administration says its war in Iran has been ‘terminated’ before 60-day deadline  AP News

Federal judges sued by Trump administration ask appeals court to reject 'misguided' lawsuit - Reuters

Federal judges sued by Trump administration ask appeals court to reject 'misguided' lawsuit  Reuters

Pickleball and protests: How a Trump visit is roiling the world's largest retirement community

Politics have become an increasingly thorny issue in the Villages, the world's largest retirement community.

Trump Administration Casts Host of Policies Under Biden as Anti-Christian

A new report is the latest effort by the Justice Department to argue that it is removing political bias from prosecutorial decision-making.

By Devlin Barrett

Janet Mills stood up to Trump. Democratic voters shrugged.

Liberals say they want a fighter. But a popular governor who clashed with the president failed to catch fire in Maine’s Senate race.

By Liz Goodwin, Patrick Marley

Why red states are pushing back on Trump administration’s request for voter data

Republican-controlled states cite legal grounds of DoJ’s request, concerns over data security and privacy laws The Department of Justice’s quest to secure sensitive voter data is finding opposition in typically friendly territory – several staunchly conservative states. As of 1 April, the Department of Justice (DoJ) has sued 30 states and the District of Columbia for failing to turn over full copies of their voter registration lists. The push has hit repeated roadblocks, including legal defe...

By Cy Neff

Fill in the blank for the quiz: The Trump admin took aim at _____ this week

This week, the federal government's been busy. There are paint jobs, fresh indictments, commemorative items and more. If you've been paying attention — good job!

By Holly J. Morris

Falklands claim: Can Argentina’s Milei use Trump ties to challenge the UK?

As US-UK relations nosedive, questions are mounting over whether Trump might shift Washington's position on the islands.

Trump’s 'Economic Fury' squeezes Iran — but can Tehran outlast the pressure?

Trump's escalating sanctions, naval blockade and financial enforcement against Iran test whether economic strain can force Iran's regime to bend.

Louisiana lawmaker whose district is at heart of SCOTUS ruling speaks out - CNN

Louisiana lawmaker whose district is at heart of SCOTUS ruling speaks out  CNN

How the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the Voting Rights Act may give Trump's GOP a possible lifeline

The conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court has effectively neutralized a hugely significant piece of voting rights legislation designed to ensure African-American representation in Washington, and the resulting consequences could be wide-reaching and election-changing.

Trump administration finalizes federal student loan caps—what it means for borrowers

The final regulation keeps a narrow definition of professional degrees that are subject to the higher annual and lifetime graduate loan limits.

Facing 60-day deadline, Trump administration claims Iran war ‘terminated’

The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval. The statement furthers an argument laid out by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during testimony in the Senate earlier Thursday, when he said the ceasefire effectively paused the war. Under that rationale, the administration has not yet met the requirement mandated by a...

By Associated Press

US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline

In the United States, lawmakers remain deadlocked over the War Powers Resolution, which requires Congress to approve continued military action or withdraw troops once hostilities reach the 60-day mark. With the deadline approaching and no agreement in sight, a decision remains out of reach, as Liza Kaminov reports with France 2.

By FRANCE24

Now Trump threatens to withdraw US troops from Italy and ‘horrible’ Spain

Trump said Spain had been ‘horrible, absolutely horrible’

By Andrea Shalal

Trump uses Supreme Court ruling that weakens minority voting rights to improve his chances at the polls

The US president is pressuring Republican governors to change voting districts in time for the November midterms

By Iker Seisdedos García

Kimmel Highlights Trump’s Record Low Approval After President Calls For His Firing Again - Forbes

Kimmel Highlights Trump’s Record Low Approval After President Calls For His Firing Again  Forbes

John Ivison: An ambivalent Trump and emboldened Putin, what could go wrong?

A recent Harvard report suggests that Vladimir Putin sees a window of opportunity while Donald Trump is still in office to shatter NATO

By John Ivison

Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

Trump admin claims Iran ceasefire 'terminated' hostilities ahead of US-Congress 60-day deadline

The Trump administration asserts the U.S. is not at war with Iran, despite approaching the War Powers Resolution's 60-day deadline. House Speaker Mike Johnson echoed this, stating no congressional authorization is needed as active hostilities have ceased. This stance, however, faces challenges from Democrats who argue the deadline remains binding.

By TOI World Desk

Kamala Harris Calls Trump Administration ‘Corrupt, Incompetent’ and ‘Callous’ While Being Honored by Public Counsel in Los Angeles: ‘We Have to Be Ruthless, Too’

Kamala Harris blasted the Trump administration as “corrupt, incompetent [and] callous” while speaking at Public Counsel’s annual William O. Douglas Award Dinner on Wednesday night in Beverly Hills The former vice president was honored with the organization’s William O. Douglas Award, and was joined in conversation by Uzo Aduba. The two discussed how people can […]

By Payton Turkeltaub

Trump heads to Florida stronghold in first public event since foiled attack - The Straits Times

Trump heads to Florida stronghold in first public event since foiled attack  The Straits Times

Iran urges US officials to leave ‘child-killer’ Trump, warns of harsh slap otherwise

A senior Iran government official urged US officials to “climb out of the pit that the child-killer has dug for them.”

Trump’s attacks on Europe’s leaders worsen transatlantic frost

The past weeks have not been reassuring for those who thought Europe could navigate its tricky relationship with US President Donald Trump. Trump this week lashed out at German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over his criticism of the Iran war, calling him “totally ineffective,” and threatened to cut the 36,400 US troops based in Germany. He […]

Trump Suggests Forced Cognitive Tests For Anyone Running For President, Veep

The comments come after Maryland Democrat representative Jamie Raskin called on the White House physician to conduct a cognitive test of Trump.

AM Markets Need to Know: Meta and AI, Trump's naval blockade, and more

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Rise in Irish gangs behind bars, Trump lifts Scottish whisky tariffs and Kneecap release new album

TACO turns NACHO: Wall Street coins new Trump nickname over Hormuz crisis - Khaleej Times

TACO turns NACHO: Wall Street coins new Trump nickname over Hormuz crisis  Khaleej Times

Iran War: Trump Mulls Kinetic Options, Mojtaba Warns, US Consumers Suffer

Today's Iran war news: Trump is considering action as Iran warns that being more stupid will come at a high price.

By Yves Smith

Trump administration rejects women picked for soya board, appoints men instead

Push reshapes agricultural leadership and disrupts long-standing nomination norms.

What Is the Trump Administration Really Trying To Do With The Latest Comey Indictment?

What Is the Trump Administration Really Trying To Do With The Latest Comey Indictment? On Tuesday, a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of North Carolina handed down a two-count indictment against the former FBI director James Comey, charging him with threatening the life of President Donald Trump and transmitting that threat across state lines. The basis for the charges: an Instagram post from May 2025 in which Comey shared a photo captioned "Cool shell formation on ...

By Tyler Durden

Expert says Gulf war has become 'trap of easy solutions' for Trump

The war in the Persian Gulf has become a "trap of easy solutions" for U.S. President Donald Trump. He had expected to quickly declare victory, but the conflict has dragged on, affected markets, and is approaching the 60-day threshold after which decisions on the operation must shift to Congress.

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces congressional deadline - Dhaka Tribune

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces congressional deadline  Dhaka Tribune

New footage shows how Trump dinner gunman charged through security in four seconds

A gunman burst out of a hotel doorway and charged through a security checkpoint in just four seconds as President Donald Trump was attending a press gala, according to new footage released by prosecutors.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

Iraqi PM-designate says Trump invited him to US once govt. formed - Naharnet

Iraqi PM-designate says Trump invited him to US once govt. formed  Naharnet