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EU Launches Membership Talks with Ukraine

The European Union officially launched the accession process for Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, June 10, 2024. Ambassadors from the EU's 27 member nations reached this decision during a meeting in Luxembourg on Friday, June 9th. This marks the first phase of negotiations for both countries. The proc

Jun 12, 4:37 PM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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Trump Storms Off NBC Interview

President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC's Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press" after becoming agitated by her questions about his baseless claims regarding the FBI and election fraud. According to multiple reports, tension mounted during the Sunday-aired interview as Trump insisted

Jun 12, 2:10 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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RFK Jr Denies Disengagement Claims in NYT Report

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vehemently denied allegations that he is disengaged from managing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), following a critical report by The New York Times . The report, published on June 7, cited accounts from a dozen sources who claimed Kennedy sho

Jun 12, 2:10 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Elections

Burnham Wins Makerfield By-Election

Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election with a significant majority, securing 24,927 votes , which is almost 55% of the total votes counted. This victory clears his path to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership of the Labour Party and potentially become the next prime mini

Jun 12, 11:48 AM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Judge Extends Block on Trump’s $1.8B Fund

U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema extended a block on President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' on Friday, requiring acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to provide written assurances that the fund will not proceed. The judge gave the offi

Jun 12, 11:48 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Yoon Sentenced to 30 Years for North Korea Drone Flights

South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister, Kim Yong Hyun , were sentenced to 30 years in prison by the Seoul Central District Court. The court found them guilty of aiding an adversary and abusing their power for ordering drone flights over Pyongyang in October 2024

Jun 12, 2:18 AM ET·3 min read

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Government

Judge Orders Trump's Name Removed From Kennedy Center

U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ordered President Donald Trump's name removed from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after ruling on May 29 that it was illegally added and only Congress has the authority to change its name. Workers began removing his name from the facade earl

Jun 12, 2:18 AM ET·2 min read

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Protests

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·3 min read

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Government

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·2 min read

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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·1 min read

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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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