A shift in US Republican attitudes towards Iran is emerging following President Trump's agreement to a ceasefire memorandum. While some Republicans now acknowledge Iran's right to self-defense, pro-Israel groups are mobilizing against the deal, setting up potential conflict with the White House.
Republicans express growing frustration with Trump, while Trump and Netanyahu have a tense call over Israel's actions in Lebanon. Russia's economic forum is set to open.
The US Justice Department has dropped a $1.8 billion compensation fund plan, criticized as a "slush fund" for Trump allies. Acting AG Todd Blanche announced the decision, a setback for a divisive initiative that faced opposition from Democrats, legal experts, and Republicans.
US Republicans have postponed a vote in the House of Representatives on ending the Iran war, citing a lack of votes. Tensions within the party are growing, and Speaker Mike Johnson is under pressure. A similar initiative in the Senate has progressed.
US Republicans have unexpectedly postponed a vote in the House of Representatives aimed at ending the war with Iran, citing a lack of sufficient votes and growing internal party tensions. The move highlights divisions within the party and puts Speaker Mike Johnson under renewed pressure.
US Republicans abandoned a vote on a key immigration funding bill due to President Trump's demands for a $1.8 billion compensation fund for alleged victims of government "political instrumentalization," including individuals convicted for January 6th Capitol riot violence. This move highlights growing tensions between Trump and his party senators ahead of the midterms.
US Senate Republicans have postponed a vote on a key immigration funding bill, including for ICE, due to demands from President Donald Trump. A $1.8 billion compensation fund for alleged victims of "political instrumentalization" of government agencies, which would include individuals convicted for actions during the January 6th Capitol riot, was a major point of contention.
Two senior US Republican lawmakers have criticized the Pentagon's decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, warning it risks undermining NATO deterrence and sending the wrong signal to Russia. Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Roger Wicker and House Armed Services Committee Chair Mike Rogers said the troops should be moved east rather than withdrawn. President Trump indicated further cuts could follow. Germany has said the US military presence is in its interest, while NATO seeks clarification from Washington.
A South Korean official rebuked US Republicans for intervening in domestic affairs regarding allegations against Coupang, emphasizing the need for the company to abide by Korean laws.
