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U.S. Probes '8647' Markings on National Mall as Protest Symbol

U.S. authorities are investigating large markings displaying the numbers '8647' found on the grounds of the National Mall near the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C., according to multiple reports. The faint brown grass markings were first noticed by a Reuters photographer before officials arri

Jun 12, 12:37 AM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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HUD Suspends LA Homeless Agency Funding

According to multiple reports, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) suspended federal funding for the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) on Thursday, citing financial mismanagement and lack of accountability. The suspension follows allegations that LAHSA abused hun

Jun 12, 12:37 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Israeli Court Hears Appeal for Gaza Doctor's Release

Israel's Supreme Court is weighing an appeal to extend the detention of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a prominent Palestinian doctor held without charge for over 500 days since his arrest in Gaza in December 2024. The court heard arguments via video link on Wednesday, with Abu Safiya appearing handcuffed a

Jun 11, 5:08 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Government

Melania Trump Launches Savings Accounts for Foster Youth

First Lady Melania Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the launch of Fostering the Future Accounts , a new initiative providing investment accounts for children in foster care. The program, unveiled at a press conference at the Treasury Department, is designed to give foster youth f

Jun 11, 5:08 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

House Oversight Intensifies Epstein Documents Probe

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee are intensifying their investigation into President Donald Trump's administration over its handling of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Key meetings were held in the Situation Room without Trump present, focusing on damage control for the ongoing scand

Jun 11, 5:08 PM ET·4 min read

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Legislation

Trump Delays Clayton DNI Nomination to Push Voter ID Bill

President Donald Trump delayed Jay Clayton’s confirmation process for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), using it to pressure Congress into passing a voter ID bill. The move, announced on Truth Social hours before Clayton’s scheduled Senate hearing, creates uncertainty over intelligence commun

Jun 11, 2:57 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Vance Postpones Iran Talks Amid Deal Criticism

Vice President JD Vance has postponed his trip to Switzerland, which was meant to lead a new round of talks with Iran about its nuclear program. The White House stated that plans for the technical talks have not been finalized and that the U.S. delegation has been prepared to depart at the first ava

Jun 11, 12:57 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

House Rejects FISA Section 702 Extension

The U.S. House of Representatives rejected a three-week extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) on Thursday, with Democrats blocking the measure over President Donald Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. The vote failed b

Jun 11, 12:57 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

UK Defense Secretary Resigns Over Military Spending

UK Defense Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failing to invest sufficiently in the country's defense amid rising global threats. According to multiple reports, Healey cited growing demands due to conflicts in the Middle East and increased Russian act

Jun 11, 10:38 AM ET·3 min read

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HumanRights

Amnesty Accuses Israel of Ethnic Cleansing in West Bank

Amnesty International has accused Israel of conducting a campaign of ethnic cleansing against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. In a comprehensive report released on Wednesday, Amnesty alleges that forced displacement is part of a concerted state policy rather than isolated actions by violent

Jun 11, 3:37 AM ET·1 min read

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Immigration

Lander Acquitted in ICE Protest Case

Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was acquitted of a misdemeanor charge related to his arrest during an immigration protest last year. The case, which unfolded in Manhattan federal court Thursday, centered on allegations that Lander blocked an elevator bank at 26 Federal Plaza, the site o

Jun 10, 9:26 PM ET·2 min read

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ElectionsMIXED REPORTS

Colombian Commission Proposes Suspending Petro Over Election Meddling

President Gloria Arizabaleta of Colombia's Commission of Investigation and Accusation proposed suspending President Gustavo Petro until June 21 amid allegations of election meddling, according to documents published Wednesday. The proposal cites actions described as 'extremely serious or serious' du

Jun 10, 6:56 PM ET·1 min read

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Elections

Nevada Governor Race Pits Lombardo Against Ford

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in November's election, setting up what is considered one of the most competitive governor races in the country. Both candidates won their party primaries on Tuesday as Nevada held elections for several key offices. The ra

Jun 10, 6:56 PM ET·1 min read

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Economy

Trump Embraces Inflation Amid Iran War

President Donald Trump has publicly embraced recent inflation data, stating he 'loves the inflation' as it relates to U.S. economic strategies during the ongoing Iran war. According to multiple reports, Trump believes current price increases are beneficial due to secret operations extracting million

Jun 10, 6:56 PM ET·3 min read

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Elections

Flippo Wins Nevada GOP House Primary

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. David Flippo secured the Republican nomination for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District after receiving President Donald Trump's endorsement in the closing weeks of the campaign, as reported by multiple outlets including PBS NewsHour and Fox News. The victory puts Trump at

Jun 10, 4:25 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

House Passes Pro-Labor Bill

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act , a pro-labor bill aimed at accelerating negotiations for first union contracts, with bipartisan support on Tuesday. Twenty Republicans joined Democrats in approving the legislation, which would require employers to begin bargai

Jun 10, 4:25 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Hegseth Warns Cuba Against Weapons in Guantanamo Visit

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited the Guantanamo Bay military base in Cuba to warn against acquiring weapons that could threaten the United States, according to multiple reports. The visit comes amid heightened tensions and increased U.S. pressure on Havana through sanctions and an oil blo

Jun 10, 2:32 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Nancy Mace Concedes in SC Governor Race

Rep. Nancy Mace conceded defeat in South Carolina's Republican primary for governor after finishing fifth with just 12% of the vote, ending her gubernatorial bid following a decade-long political career marked by controversy and shifting alliances. Mace announced her concession on Tuesday night, sta

Jun 10, 2:32 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Alaska Bars Same-Name Challenger from Senate Race

Alaska's Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher ruled that Daniel J. Sullivan Jr., a Republican Senate candidate who shares his name with incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan (R-Alaska), is ineligible to appear on the state's primary ballot in August. The decision came after an investigation launche

Jun 10, 12:35 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Ukraine Approves $97B Defense Budget Amid Escalated Attacks

Ukrainian lawmakers approved a record $97.2 billion defense budget for 2026 on June 10, allocating an additional $34.7 billion to bolster the country's military efforts against Russian aggression. The bill was passed by 242 lawmakers , exceeding the required majority of 226 votes. The increased fund

Jun 10, 10:17 AM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Gates Testifies on Epstein Ties

Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday regarding his past relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to multiple reports, Gates acknowledged meeting Epstein several times between 2011 and 2014 but denied any involvement in illegal activities o

Jun 10, 6:11 AM ET·3 min read

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HumanRights

Supreme Court Blocks Alabama Nitrogen Execution

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled late Thursday that Alabama cannot immediately execute Jeffrey Lee using nitrogen gas, upholding a lower court order that blocked the method on grounds it violates the Eighth Amendment's ban on cruel and unusual punishment. The decision was made in a one-sentence order de

Jun 10, 2:41 AM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

GAO Report Finds Waste, Poor Conditions at ICE Facility

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report highlighting significant issues at Camp East Montana, one of the largest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in the country. The report details millions of dollars in wasteful spending, unsanitary conditions, and inade

Jun 9, 10:50 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Social Security Trust Fund Projected to Deplete by Late 2032

The U.S. Social Security trust fund, which provides retirement benefits to millions of Americans, is projected to run out of money by late 2032, according to a report released on Tuesday. This date is three months earlier than the previous estimate and is attributed partly to President Donald Trump'

Jun 9, 1:59 PM ET·2 min read

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