US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna announced that US administration officials plan to visit Russia, alongside a potential visit by US Congress members this fall or winter. She also hinted at an upcoming announcement involving Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Some US administration officials have unofficially dubbed renewed strikes on Iran 'Operation Bitch Slap,' suggesting an expectation of a brief but impactful military action. This colloquial name contrasts with the official 'Operation Epic Fury.' The strikes resumed after the US accused Iran of violating agreements, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
President Donald Trump has terminated the remaining three members of the bipartisan Election Assistance Commission just months before the midterm elections. The commission serves as a national clearinghouse for election administration information and accredits voting systems.
Hamas announced it will transfer power in Gaza to a new technical administration, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). This move follows the resignation of the head of the government's emergency committee. The NCAG was established as part of a peace deal brokered by the US, though details on the handover remain unclear as Israel has reportedly blocked NCAG members from entering Gaza.
Hamas announced it will transfer power in Gaza to a new technical administration, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). This move follows the resignation of the government's emergency committee head. The NCAG was established as part of a peace deal brokered by the US, though details on the handover remain unclear as Israel has reportedly blocked NCAG members from entering Gaza.
Donald Trump faces accusations of "brazen crypto corruption" after financial disclosures revealed his family's cryptocurrency ventures generated over $1 billion in his first year back in the White House. Democrats, including Elizabeth Warren, are demanding legislation to prevent officials from profiting from the crypto industry.
The US has allowed a sanctions waiver for Russian crude oil to expire, potentially impacting India's energy imports. This move follows a US-Iran understanding for a peace deal and the normalization of oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
The Trump administration is in a standoff with AI company Anthropic over its Claude Fable 5 model. Officials allege vulnerabilities allowing jailbreaking, while Anthropic disputes the severity. The administration insists Anthropic must proactively identify and fix flaws, as government agencies lack the resources for continuous testing.
US Senate lawmakers and law enforcement are in talks over the CLARITY Act's provision on "non-controlling developers." Law enforcement fears it will hinder investigations into illicit finance, while the industry argues it's crucial for innovation. The bill's passage hinges on finding a balance before the August recess.
Oil executives warn the White House of impending gas price spikes due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, straining global oil inventories, despite the administration's efforts to mitigate the crisis.
Oil executives have privately warned the White House about critically low oil inventories due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, potentially leading to gas price spikes. A White House official denied these reports, while Chevron's CEO expressed public concern.
The Trump administration is experiencing internal conflict regarding the resurrection of an AI regulation executive order. Officials are divided on its potential impact on innovation and competition, with key figures like Susie Wiles advocating for it and David Sacks opposing it.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering new guidance that would allow U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to reject asylum applications without an interview if filed a year after arrival. This move, part of a broader effort to increase deportations, faces criticism for potentially undermining due process.
US and Iran are tempering expectations for an imminent deal to end the war, with Iranian officials citing disagreements on key issues like frozen assets and nuclear program details. The US seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran insists on broader terms.
Will Ferrell portrayed Jeffrey Epstein's ghost on Saturday Night Live, appearing to Donald Trump (played by James Austin Johnson) in a sketch. The ghost discussed Epstein's "hot" heaven and Trump's approval ratings, and showed visions of administration officials' futures.
Rampur court sentences Azam Khan to 2 years imprisonment and a Rs 5,000 fine for derogatory remarks against officials during 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign. Conviction based on eyewitnesses and video evidence.
The Trump administration is fighting for the right to keep some social media moderation advocates out of the US. On Wednesday, US District Court Judge James Boasberg heard arguments in a lawsuit between the nonprofit Coalition for Independent Technology Research (CITR) and Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other Trump administration officials. The suit concerns […]
CBS News, the BBC's US partner, reports the suspect wrote a document saying he wanted to target Trump administration officials. He is due in court on Monday.
Cole Allen, identified as the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, sent a 1,052-word manifesto to family members minutes before the attack. The document detailed his motives, targeting administration officials prioritized by rank while explicitly excluding FBI chief Kash Patel. Allen used buckshot to minimize casualties and criticized Secret Service security. The attack occurred during Trump's attendance at the high-profile gala, triggering evacuation.
Cole Allen, identified as the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, sent a 1,052-word manifesto to family minutes before the attack, justifying his actions as a "duty" to stop a "paedophile, rapist and traitor." He planned to target administration officials prioritized by rank, while explicitly excluding FBI chief Kash Patel. Allen used buckshot to minimize casualties and criticized Secret Service security as inadequate. The attack triggered chaos at the event attended by President Trump and 2,500+ guests.
Cole Allen, identified as the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, sent a 1,052-word manifesto to family members minutes before the attack. The document detailed his motives, targeting administration officials prioritized by rank while explicitly excluding FBI chief Kash Patel. Allen used buckshot to minimize casualties and criticized Secret Service security. The attack occurred during Trump's attendance at the event, which was evacuated and cancelled.
Cole Allen, a 31-year-old teacher and mechanical engineer from Torrance, California, has been identified as the suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday. Allen sent a manifesto to family members minutes before the incident stating he wanted to target administration officials, according to a White House official. His sister told authorities he had a tendency to make radical statements, attended 'No Kings' protests, and was part of activist group The Wide Awakes. Allen purchased two handguns and a shotgun stored at his parents' home without their knowledge. He donated $25 to Kamala Harris's campaign via ActBlue in October 2024.
Following an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents Dinner, President Trump is using the event to advocate for the resumption of a controversial $400 million White House ballroom project currently halted by a federal judge.
The Washington administration officials pointed to "the Iranians’ deep mistrust of the US"
