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Senate Rejects Blocking Arms Sales to Israel

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators voted on Wednesday to block military equipment sales to Israel, signaling growing frustration with Israeli policies among Democrats. The vote came amid increasing anger over the conflict with Iran, which President Donald Trump launched jointly with Israeli Prime M

Apr 15, 2:37 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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GOP Pushes Tax Cuts as Midterms Near

The Republican Party is intensifying its focus on tax cuts as the midterm elections approach, while Democrats push for expanded family tax credits. President Donald Trump will visit Nevada and Arizona this week to highlight the tax cuts that Republicans in Congress passed last year. Trump's visits f

Apr 15, 12:39 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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53M Claim Trump Tax Cuts as Refunds Rise $350

More than 53 million tax filers have claimed deductions under President Donald Trump's new tax law this filing season, pushing the average refund to $3,462 , an increase of about $350 from last year. The White House is promoting these figures as a success ahead of November's midterm elections. Accor

Apr 15, 12:39 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Diplomacy

Reeves Criticizes Trump's Iran War as UK Faces Economic Downgrade

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has sharply criticized Donald Trump's war on Iran, describing it as a 'mistake' that has destabilized the global economy and damaged living standards worldwide. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) downgraded Britain's economic growth forecast to 0.8% for 2026, down from

Apr 15, 12:39 PM ET·2 min read

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Security

Erika Kirk Cancels UGA Rally Appearance Over Threats

The U.S. Secret Service determined there were no credible threats to Tuesday's Turning Point USA rally at the University of Georgia, even though Erika Kirk canceled her appearance due to unspecified security concerns. According to CBS News, a person familiar with the matter stated that while Kirk re

Apr 15, 12:39 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

Trump Threatens to Fire Powell Over Fed Probe

President Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down when his term as chair ends on May 15. According to multiple reports, Trump made this threat during an interview with Fox Business, stating that he might have to remove Powell from the position

Apr 15, 10:39 AM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

Trump Faces Backlash Over AI Jesus Image Amid Pope Tensions

President Donald Trump faced intense backlash after posting an AI-generated image appearing to depict him in a Jesus-like pose. The post, made on Orthodox Easter, sparked outrage among faith leaders and some of his supporters, leading to its eventual removal. The image shows President Trump with his

Apr 15, 8:47 AM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

US Eases Sanctions on Venezuelan Banks

The United States has eased sanctions on Venezuela's central bank and several other state-run financial institutions, marking another step in the improving relationship between the Trump administration and the interim Venezuelan government led by Delcy Rodríguez . According to multiple reports, this

Apr 15, 8:47 AM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Senate Advances ICE Funding via Reconciliation

Senate Republicans are advancing plans to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol through budget reconciliation, circumventing Democratic demands for reforms. According to multiple reports, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced that a budget resolution could reach the

Apr 15, 5:08 AM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

King Charles to Meet Trump Privately During US State Visit

King Charles III will hold private meetings with President Donald Trump during his state visit to the United States later this month, avoiding public appearances together according to multiple reports. The four-day trip, scheduled from April 27-30, aims to strengthen diplomatic ties amid growing ten

Apr 15, 5:08 AM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Sheinbaum Criticizes US Over Migrant Deaths

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has taken a firmer stance against the Trump administration, criticizing both migrant deaths and energy sanctions on Cuba. According to multiple reports, fifteen Mexican citizens have died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody since President Do

Apr 14, 11:30 PM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Spain Approves Legal Status for 500,000 Undocumented Migrants

Spain's government has approved a plan to grant legal status to approximately 500,000 undocumented migrants , according to multiple reports. The measure, passed on Tuesday by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's administration, will open applications starting April 16. The amnesty is a central part of San

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·2 min read

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Protests

Ireland's PM Defends Fuel Protest Response

Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin defended his government's handling of a week-long fuel protest that blocked access to oil supplies, major ports, and caused massive traffic jams. The protests began on April 7 with slow-moving convoys clogging roadways in the capital Dublin as truckers, farmers, t

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Virginia Voters Approve Democratic Redistricting Plan

Virginia voters narrowly approved a constitutional amendment on Tuesday, April 20, allowing a new Democratic-drawn congressional map that could flip four Republican seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. The referendum passed with about 51.5% voting yes and 48.6% no. The new map would give D

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·6 min read

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HumanRights

Kuwait Detains US-Kuwaiti Journalist Over War Posts

Kuwaiti authorities have detained American-Kuwaiti journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin after he commented on videos and images related to the US-Israeli war with Iran, according to multiple sources including BBC News , HuffPost , and Fox News . Shihab-Eldin, who has contributed to major outlets like BBC ,

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Mamdani Selects East Harlem for First City-Run Grocery Store

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has named East Harlem as the location for the first of five planned city-run grocery stores, according to reports from multiple outlets including Reuters and CBS News. The selection aligns with his campaign promises to address affordability in a neighborhood where

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

DOJ Moves to Vacate Seditious Conspiracy Convictions for Jan. 6 Defendants

The Justice Department has filed motions to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions for leaders of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers involved in the January 6 Capitol riot, according to multiple reports. The request affects a dozen defendants whose prison sentences were commuted by President Trump las

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

Meloni Suspends Italy-Israel Defense Pact Amid Tensions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has suspended a defense agreement with Israel, marking an unprecedented move by the Italian government. The memorandum of understanding, signed in 2003 and ratified in 2005, provided a framework for cooperation in defense industry and procurement policy, as well

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Appeals Court Blocks Contempt Probe of Trump Deportation Flights

A US federal appeals court has blocked a lower court judge from pursuing contempt proceedings against President Donald Trump’s administration over last year’s deportation of Venezuelan immigrants, according to multiple reports. The ruling came in a two-to-one decision on Tuesday by an appeals panel

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

DOJ Report Accuses Biden of Weaponizing FACE Act

The Justice Department released a report on Tuesday accusing the Biden administration of weaponizing the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act to target anti-abortion activists. The report, published by the agency's 'Weaponization Working Group', claims that federal law meant to protect r

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

Eric Trump to Join Father's China Visit

Eric Trump and his wife Lara will accompany President Donald Trump on his highly anticipated state visit to China next month, according to a spokeswoman for the family organization. The move comes amid concerns about potential conflicts of interest given Eric's role as executive vice president of th

Apr 14, 12:49 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

Trump Threatens to Fire Fed Chair Powell

President Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down by May 15, escalating tensions over monetary policy and a pending investigation into Fed headquarters renovations. According to multiple reports, Trump told Fox Business that while he had held

Apr 14, 9:59 AM ET·3 min read

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Security

Brazil's Fugitive Ex-Spy Chief Detained Then Released by ICE

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil’s former intelligence chief and ally of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro , was briefly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Orlando, Florida, before being released from custody. The 53-year-old fled Brazil in September to avoid serving a 16-year sentence

Apr 14, 8:09 AM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

Robertson Accuses Starmer of Defense Underinvestment

Former NATO chief Lord George Robertson warned that Britain’s national security is 'in peril' due to political complacency and under-investment in defense. In a lecture at Salisbury Cathedral, he criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer for failing to make necessary investments in military capabilitie

Apr 14, 6:17 AM ET·5 min read

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