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US Forces Destroy Anti-ship Missile in Houthi-Controlled Area in Yemen

U.S. forces successfully engaged and destroyed one anti-ship missile in a Houthi controlled area of Yemen on April 4, U.S. Central Command said in a statement Friday.

Macron Criticizes Russia's 'Threatening' Remarks After Phone Talks

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday denounced as "bizarre and threatening" Russia's tone following rare phone talks between the defense ministers of France and Russia, their first contact since 2022. On Wednesday, French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu reached out to...

Ukraine Strikes Russian Air Base, Destroys 6 Planes: Kyiv Source

Ukraine attacked Russia's Morozovsk military air base in the Rostov region, destroying six Russian warplanes in a joint operation conducted by the SBU security service and military, a Kyiv intelligence source told Reuters on Friday. Reuters could not independently verify the...

Biden's 'Strategic' Decision to Take Campaign Local a 'Double-Edged Sword'

President Joe Biden's strategy to go local on the campaign trail may resonate with swing state voters he is hoping to win over, but it also risks "alienating" voters in states perceived as "less pivotal" as he looks to return to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. for a second term,...

Biden's 'Strategic' Decision to Take Campaign Local a 'Double-Edged Sword'

President Joe Biden's strategy to go local on the campaign trail may resonate with swing state voters he is hoping to win over, but it also risks "alienating" voters in states perceived as "less pivotal" as he looks to return to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

Millennial 'Gold Bugs' Shop for $2K Bars at Costco

Costco shoppers can now buy a $1.50 hot dog - and a $2,200 bar of gold - at the same time, and more are doing just that.

Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Shipping Highlight American Maritime Vulnerabilities

Attacks on shipping in the Red Sea by Houthi rebels have not only disrupted commercial sea traffic, impacting the 12% of all global trade, it also has shone a light on American maritime deficiencies and its dependence on foreign lines to transport goods.

RFK Jr. Campaign Disavows Email Calling Jan. 6 Defendants 'Activists'

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign referred to the Jan. 6, 2021, protesters as "activists" who have been "stripped of their Constitutional liberties," but now says the description was an "error."

Employers Added a Surprising 303,000 Jobs in March

America's employers delivered another outpouring of jobs in March, adding a sizzling 303,000 workers to their payrolls and bolstering hopes that the economy can vanquish inflation without succumbing to a recession in the face of high interest rates.

Trump Co-defendant Threatens Legal Action Against Fani Willis

A co-defendant in former President Donald Trump's Georgia election interference case has threatened to pursue legal action if Democrat Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis "does not recuse herself from this case by noon on Monday.

Biden Tours Site of Collapsed Baltimore Bridge

President Joe Biden got a firsthand look Friday at efforts to clear away the "mangled mess" of remains of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, as cranes, ships, and diving crews work to reopen one of the nation's main shipping lanes.

Biden Touting Laws That Pour Billions Into GOP, Swing States

About $250 billion are being sent to Republican and swing states through President Joe Biden's infrastructure and clean-energy programs enabling him to regularly announce job-creating projects in key areas that could aid him in his reelection bid, Axios is reporting. The news...

Biden Touting Laws That Pour Billions Into GOP, Swing States

About $250 billion are being sent to Republican and swing states through President Joe Biden's infrastructure and clean-energy programs enabling him to regularly announce job-creating projects in key areas that could aid him in his reelection bid, Axiosis reporting.

WSJ: Biden Plans Another Try at Student Loan Relief

President Joe Biden is preparing to make a second attempt at large-scale student loan forgiveness, The Wall Street Journal reported. The Supreme Court in June ruled that the Biden administration overstepped its authority in trying to cancel or reduce student loans for...

4.8 Magnitude NYC Metro Earthquake Rattles East Coast

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck near New York City on Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, shaking buildings up and down the East Coast and surprising residents in an area that rarely experiences notable seismic activity.

US Air National Guardsman Defects to Russian Army

A former member of the U.S. Air National Guard has allegedly defected to join the Russian military after being charged with possession of child pornography, Military.com reported. According to the Rhode Island attorney general's office, Wilmer Puello-Mota, 28, a former...

US Court Orders Iran, Syria to Pay $191M to Fuld Family

The Iranian regime and Syrian Arab Republic must pay $191 million for the 2018 murder of U.S.-Israeli hero Ari Fuld, the U.S. District Court ruled on Thursday.

McDonald's Buys Its Israeli Restaurants

McDonald's is buying its restaurants in Israel from a longtime franchisee, hoping to reset sales that have slumped due to boycotts in the region.

Melania Trump to Hold GOP LGBT Fundraiser

Former first lady Melania Trump is set to host a fundraiser for the Log Cabin Republicans on April 20 at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida.

House Dems Introduce Bills to Codify DEI

House Democrats introduced two bills in an effort to codify DEI programs at the federal level.

'The Rock' Regrets 'Division' Biden Endorsement Caused

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson famously endorsed Joe Biden's candidacy for the presidency in 2020, but says now he regrets that decision because of the division it caused and won't be endorsing Biden, or anyone else, this year. "The endorsement that I made years ago with Biden...

Bob Good Endorses Richard Moss in Indiana US House Race

House Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good, R-Va., has endorsed entrepreneur and medical doctor Richard Moss in the Republican primary for Indianaโ€™s 8th Congressional District.

Trump Team: Illegal Immigrants Want Biden to Win

Former President Donald Trump's team on Friday told supporters that migrants in Mexico want Joe Biden to win reelection.

NYC to Pay $17.5M in Hijab Mug Shot Settlement

New York City reached an agreement to pay $17.5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by two Muslim women who said police violated their rights when they were to remove their hijabs before taking mug shots.

Judge Blocks Trump Subpoena to NBC Over Stormy Daniels Documentary

Donald Trump's subpoena to Comcast-owned NBCUniversal for material related to a recent documentary about porn star Stormy Daniels was blocked on Friday by the judge overseeing the former president's April 15 criminal trial.

DNC Raps Trump on Abortion With Fla. Billboard Buy

The Democratic National Committee is hitting former President Donald Trump on abortion with a Florida billboard campaign after the state Supreme Court cleared the way for a ban on the controversial procedure after six weeks of pregnancy.

Antitrust Probe of Realtors Can Reopen, Court Rules

The Justice Department will be allowed to reopen an antitrust investigation into the National Association of Realtors, a federal appeals court ruled Friday after the trade group insisted that the probe could not go forward because of the terms of an earlier settlement.

Freedom Caucus Lists Demands for Funding Baltimore Bridge Repair

The House Freedom Caucus on Friday demanded that all federal funding to repair the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore following its collapse must be "fully offset," among other requirements.

Eclipse Weather Forecast Points to Clear Skies in NE, Central US; Texas Iffy

Some who hope to witness Monday's total solar eclipse may see the sun obscured by clouds instead of by the moon.

Trump Bond Lender: Charged Him 'Low Fee'

Don Hankey, the billionaire businessman whose company Knight Specialty Insurance provided the $175 million bond that Donald Trump posted in his New York civil fraud case, told Reuters that the fee his firm charged the former president was low.

CDC Issues Health Alert for Bird Flu Infection

The U.S. CDC on Friday issued a health alert to inform clinicians, state health departments and the public of a case of avian influenza in a person who had contact with dairy cows presumed to be infected with the virus. The farm worker from Texas was reported to be infected...

Israel, US Brace for Retaliation by Iran

Israel and the United States are bracing for Iran to retaliate after an Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria, U.S. officials told CBS News.

GOP: Nearly $1T to Implement Some Biden Climate Policies

The cost to implement some of President Joe Biden's climate change policies is more than $845 billion, according to an analysis conducted by Republicans on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.

Wall Street Indexes Surge on Strong Jobs Data

U.S. stocks finished higher Friday after a strong jobs report reinforced the view that the economy remains healthy even as it suggested the Federal Reserve could delay cutting interest rates.

Dems Want Prison Named After Trump Not Airport

Three House Democrats introduced legislation Friday to rename a Miami prison after former President Donald Trump.

Meta Asks US Judge to Toss Blockbuster Antitrust Case

Facebook giant Meta on Friday asked a federal judge to dismiss a case from a powerful US antitrust authority that could see the social media juggernaut forced to sell Instagram and WhatsApp.

Feds Probe NYC Mayor Over Free Turkish Airlines Upgrades

The FBI and the U.S. Attorney's Office in New York are investigating New York City Mayor Eric Adams over whether he accepted free upgrades from Turkish Airlines on his many trips - personal and official - to Turkey, The New York Times reported Friday.

Retired Justice Breyer to Hear Appeals Cases

Retired liberal U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer plans to get back to hearing cases by sitting as a visiting judge on the federal appeals court in Boston.

Fire Outside Bernie's Vt. Office Might Be Arson

Police in Vermont are seeking a suspect who allegedly started a fire Friday outside the office of Sen. Bernie Sanders.

Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Hit by Russian Missiles, 4 Dead, 20 Injured

Russia fired five missiles on Ukraine's southern city of Zaporizhzhia on Friday, killing at least four people, injuring 20 and damaging residential buildings and industrial facilities, the regional governor said.

Trump Files New Motion for Recusal of N.Y. Judge

Donald Trump's legal team filed another motion Friday to demand the recusal of Judge Juan Merchan in the former president's business records trial that's set to begin in less than two weeks.

Missing California Dog Found in Michigan

A dog missing in California since the summer turned up more than 2,000 miles away in suburban Detroit.

House to Take Up Bill to Reauthorize US Spy Program

The House is set to consider a bill next week that would reauthorize a surveillance program that U.S. officials consider vital to national security but that critics say raises privacy concerns. The action comes shortly before the program known as Section 702 of the Foreign ...

WSJ: Investors in Talks to Help Musk's XAI Raise $3 Billion

Investors close to Elon Musk are in talks to help his artificial-intelligence startup xAI raise $3 billion in a round that would value the company at $18 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.

Calif.-based 99 Cents Only Stores Closing, Citing COVID, Inflation, Theft

California-based 99 Cents Only Stores said Friday it will close all 371 of its outlets, ending the chain's 42-year run of selling an assortment of bargain-basement merchandise.

Third Victim Pulled From Baltimore Waters

A third body has been found at the site of last week's bridge collapse in Baltimore.

'Yellowstone' Spinoff Actor Found Dead

An actor who appeared in a spinoff of the popular television western "Yellowstone" was found dead after he went missing amid a domestic violence investigation in Kansas, authorities said Friday.

RFK Jr. Wants to Hear 'Every Side' on Jan. 6 Prisoners

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in a lengthy statement Friday suggested the prosecution of U.S. Capitol protesters Jan. 6, 2021, might be politically motivated, partly aligning himself with the way former President Donald Trump and his allies.

Trump Campaign Expecting to Raise Record $43 Million at Fundraiser

Donald Trump's campaign is expecting to raise more than $40 million Saturday when major donors gather for his biggest fundraiser yet.

Biden, Democrats Report Raising $90 Million-Plus in March

President Joe Biden's reelection campaign and the Democratic National Committee said Saturday they raised more than $90 million in March and ended the year's first quarter with $192 million-plus in cash on hand.

CBS News: US Intel Says Iran Will Soon Retaliate for Israeli Attack on Syria

Iran's anticipated retaliation for an Israeli attack on a Syrian consulate has heightened tensions in the region, with U.S. intelligence indicating an impending response involving drones and cruise missiles, CBS News reported.

Mexico Ends Diplomatic Ties With Ecuador

Mexico is breaking off diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police broke into the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest a former Ecuadorian vice president who has sought political asylum there after being indicted on corruption.

Kansas Lawmakers Criticize Big Pay Raise Before Passing Spending Bill

Kansas legislators approved Friday another year's worth of funding for most state agencies and services after a few lawmakers staged a last-minute public protest over a 93% pay increase for themselves coming next year.

Yellen: 'Intensive Exchanges' With China on Trade

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Saturday that upcoming U.S.-China talks will tackle a top Biden administration complaint that Beijing's economic model and trade practices put American companies and workers at an unfair competitive disadvantage.

Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Gets Detained Again

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained twice by police at a demonstration in The Hague, the Netherlands, on Saturday.

WH Met With Hunter Biden's Legal Team Before Subpoena Dodge

According to visitor logs, a meeting occurred between the White House and Hunter Biden's legal team just days before his defiance of a congressional subpoena, and that has ignited concerns about potential coordination, the New York Post reported.

Russian Strikes in Ukraine Kill 8, Wound 12

Russian missile strikes in Ukraine overnight and on Saturday killed eight people and wounded 12 more, officials said.

NYC to Pay Record $28M in Lawsuit Over Rikers Island Hanging

New York City has reached a pretrial settlement to pay more than $28 million to the family of an 18-year-old who suffered severe brain damage while trying to hang himself in a jail cell at Rikers Island while several corrections officers were standing by, some watching.

NYC Skyscrapers Built to Withstand Earthquakes

The ground rumbled Friday beneath New York City, home to famous skyscrapers like the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.

Zelenskyy Still Believes Congress Will Pass Ukraine Aid

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in remarks published on Saturday, said his country was awaiting a much-needed, large-scale aid package from the United States and that he still believed Congress would vote it through.

Adam Kinzinger: RFK Jr. Campaign 'Hijacked by MAGA'

Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., who was a member of the House Jan. 6 select committee, said Friday that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign was "hijacked by MAGA."On Thursday, Kennedy issued a statement vowing to appoint a special prosecutor "to investigate...

Trump Again Likens Himself to Nelson Mandela

Republican White House hopeful Donald Trump on Saturday compared himself to South African anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, sparking quick and virulent criticism from President Joe Biden's campaign team.

Former Maine Dem Gov. Brennan Dies at 89

Democrat Joseph E. Brennan, whose hardscrabble childhood shaped his working-class views in a political career that included two terms as Maine's governor and two terms in the U.S. House, died Friday evening at his home in Portland.

Saturday Night's Powerball Grows to $1.3 Billion

The eighth largest lottery jackpot in United States history of more than $1.3 billion will be up for grabs when Powerball holds its drawing on Saturday night.

Eclipse Weather Forecast Points to Clear Skies in NE, Central US; Texas Iffy

Clouds are likely to spoil the view of the total solar eclipse in Texas and other spots along the path in North America, according to forecasts on Saturday.

Trump Raises Massive $50 Million in Record-Smashing Fundraiser

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign said a major fundraiser in Florida on Saturday raked in a massive $50.5 million as the former president seeks to replenish diminished coffers in his rematch against Democrat Joe Biden. The event, his biggest...

Powerball Draws Numbers for Estimated $1.3B Jackpot after Delay of More than 3 Hours

Powerball drew the numbers early Sunday morning for an estimated $1.3 billion jackpot after a delay of more than three hours.The numbers drawn were: 22, 27, 44, 52, 69 and the red Powerball 9.The latest drawing was the 41st since the last time someone won the jackpot on New...

US, Britain, Australia Weigh Expanding AUKUS Security Pact to Deter China, FT Says

The U.S., Britain and Australia are set to begin talks on bringing new members into their AUKUS security pact as Washington pushes for Japan to be involved as a deterrent against China, the Financial Times reported. The countries' defense ministers will announce discussions...

US, China Need 'Tough' Conversations, Yellen Tells Chinese Premier

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met Sunday with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing and sent a message of mutual cooperation despite the nations' differences.Yellen came to China with trade practices that put American companies and workers at an unfair competitive...

Poland's Local Elections Test Tusk's New Government after 4 Months in Power

Voters across Poland are casting ballots in local elections Sunday in the first electoral test for the coalition government of Prime Minister Donald Tusk nearly four months since it took power.Voters will elect mayors as well as members of municipal councils and provincial...

RNC Chair Vows to Ensure GOP 'in the Room' With Vote-Counters

The new chair of the Republican National Committee is vowing a thorough effort to "ensure" election integrity, including having "thousands" of lawyers to sue for electoral justice when breakdowns happen.

Pelosi Joins Call for Biden to Stop Transfer of US Weapons to Israel

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.,ย former House speaker and a key ally of Joe Biden, signed a letter on Friday from dozens of congressional Democrats to the president and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging a halt to weapons transfers to Israel.

Stocks' Lofty Valuations in Spotlight as Earnings Season Nears

The U.S. stock market is the most expensive it has been in around two years. Its valuation could be put to the test as companies report earnings in coming weeks. The S&P 500 is up more than 9% year-to-date, following its strongest first-quarter performance since 2019. But...

George Carlin Estate Settles with Podcasters over Fake Comedy Special Purportedly Generated by AI

The estate of George Carlin has agreed to a settlement with the media company it sued over a fake hourlong comedy special that purportedly used artificial intelligence to recreate the late standup comic's style and material.In the settlement agreement filed with a federal...

'Real Threat': US Presidential Long-Shot RFK Jr Alarms Democrats

Armed with the most storied surname in US politics, Robert F. Kennedy's wildcard shot for the presidency holds a clear and present danger for Joe Biden's hopes of a second term in the White House.The environmental lawyer is boasting double-digit...

Ohio Warns Biden Might Not Be Eligible for Its Nov. 5 Ballot

President Joe Biden might need a law changed in order to appear on the Ohio ballot this November because of "an apparent conflict in Ohio law."

Rep. Van Drew Shakes Dem Gov. Murphy Earthquake Absence

New Jersey Democrat Gov. Phil Murphy is facing criticism for not returning to his state after Friday's earthquake and aftershock.Murphy was as at a Democrat governors convention during the earthquake and its aftermath Friday, only giving remote interviews and statements,...

US Military Destroys Missile in Houthi-Controlled Yemen, CENTCOM Says

U.S. forces destroyed a mobile surface-to air missile system in a Houthi-controlled territory of Yemen on April 6, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Sunday.U.S. forces also shot down one unmanned aerial vehicle over the Red Sea, its statement said, adding that a...

Blue-Collar Pa. Voters' New Energy: Now Voting Red

Former President Donald Trump's denouncing of a "war on energy" is apparently resonating in the battleground state of Pennsylvania as a fracking boom is weighing on President Joe Biden's reelection hopes.

Canada's Trudeau Announces Package of AI Investment Measures

Canadian Prime Minster Justin Trudeau on Sunday said the upcoming budget will include a C$2.4 billion ($1.77 billion) package of measures that invest in the country's artificial intelligence (AI) sector, according to a news release.The measures include a C$2 billion...

Musk Challenges Brazil's Order to Block Certain X Accounts

Elon Musk is challenging a decision by a Supreme Court justice in Brazil who ordered his social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to block certain accounts, and he called on Sunday for the judge's resignation. "This judge has brazenly and repeatedly betrayed the...

Naftali Bennett to Newsmax: Hamas Elimination Only Solution

The only policy that makes sense for Isreal is the elimination of Hamas at its borders, and the fight will not end until that goal is reached, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said on Newsmax Sunday, the six-month anniversary of the deadly Hamas incursion.

ADL Hails Judge's Rejection of Farrakhan's $4.8B Defamation Suit

The Anti-Defamation League hailed a federal judge's rejection Friday of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan's $4.8 billion defamation lawsuit against the ADL and the Simon Wiesenthal Center.

International Leaders Condemn Ecuador after Police Break into the Mexican Embassy in Quito

The global condemnation of Ecuador's government for its decision to break into the Mexican Embassy snowballed Sunday with more presidents and other leaders expressing disapproval, shock and dismay.The criticism came as Mexico's ambassador and other personnel were set to...

Man Arrested for Setting Fire at Sen. Bernie Sanders' Office; Motive Remains Unclear

A man was charged Sunday with setting a fire outside the Vermont office of U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, federal prosecutors said.Shant Soghomonian, 35, who was previously of Northridge, California, entered the building on Friday and went to Sanders' third-floor office where...

FAA to Investigate Loss of Engine Cowling on Southwest Boeing 737-800

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Sunday said it would investigate after an engine cowling on a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 fell off during takeoff in Denver and struck the wing flap.

Belarus President: 'We're Preparing for War'

Belarus, the most important Russian ally amid the war on neighboring Ukraine, is "preparing for war" by signing a law allowing prisoners to sign up for the army and allowing the conscription of its citizens for war via text.

Navy Cancels Ship Briefings Amid Slow Ship Production

With bad news coming out about the U.S. Navy's shipbuilding and readiness, the Biden administration's Navy is canceling its traditional briefings.

Texas Gov. Abbott: Migrants Are 'Pawns' to Biden

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defended his position to bus migrants to "sanctuary cities" after being accused of toying with people's lives.

Gov. DeSantis: Florida Now a Republican State

What was once a purple state can now be safely called red, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Sunday.

S.C. Wins NCAA Women's Championship, Beating Clark, Iowa 87-75

Dawn Staley and South Carolina completed their perfect season, ending Caitlin Clark's historic college career with an 87-75 win over Iowa in the NCAA championship game Sunday.

Intelligence Committee Chair: Russian Propaganda Uttered in Congress

Russian propaganda has managed to seep its way to Congress and has infected a good part of the Republican base, House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner acknowledged to CNN's "State of the Union" on Sunday.

Weather the Hot Topic as Eclipse Spectators Stake Out Spots

Eclipse spectators staked out their spots across three countries Sunday, fervently hoping for clear skies despite forecasts calling for clouds along most of the sun-vanishing route.

Retired Yankees Star Mariano Rivera Endorses Trump

New York Yankees star Mariano Rivera, a Hall of Fame pitcher who retired in 2013, on Friday told radio host Sid Rosenberg he would vote for his "friend" former President Donald Trump in November.

Latter-Day Saints President, 99, Has Mixed Record on Minority Support

At 99, the oldest-ever president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has created a mixed legacy that some churchgoers say has made its global membership feel more included but has left LGBTQ+ and other minority members feeling unsupported.

Mayorkas: US, China in Talks to Deport More Chinese Nationals

The U.S. and China are involved in high-level talks to increase the number of Chinese nationals that would be deported from the U.S., Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told NBC News.

Turley: Judge Calls Out Hypocrisy in Biden's DOJ

U.S. District Court Judge Ana Reyes criticized the DOJ for its refusal to comply with congressional subpoenas, with matters related to Joe and Hunter Biden, while prosecuting individuals such as former Trump adviser Peter Navarro for similar noncompliance.

Rep. French Hill: GOP Voters Want Putin Defeated in Ukraine

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson if he puts Ukraine aid to a vote and reauthorizes key surveillance tool 702 is a misguided step, because GOP backers want to see Russian President Vladimir Putin defeated, Rep. French Hill said.

Oil Tumbles Nearly 2 Percent as Middle East Tensions Ease

Oil prices fell more than $1 a barrel on Monday, with Brent sliding under $90, as Middle East tensions eased after Israel withdrew more soldiers from southern Gaza and committed to fresh talks on a potential cease-fire in the six-month conflict.

Speaker Johnson Will Unveil Ukraine Aid Bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has promised to bring up Ukraine aid in the House when Congress returns from recess.

Biden's Student Debt Wipeout Could Impact 23 Million

President Joe Biden announced Monday plans to ease student debt that would benefit at least 23 million Americans, addressing a key issue for young voters whose support he needs as he seeks re-election in November.

Mayorkas: US, China in Talks to Deport More Chinese Nationals

The U.S. and China are involved in high-level talks to increase the number of Chinese nationals who would be deported from the U.S., Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told NBC News.

Rep. French Hill: GOP Voters Want Putin Defeated in Ukraine

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson if he puts Ukraine aid to a vote and reauthorizes key surveillance tool 702 is a misguided step, because GOP backers want to see Russian President Vladimir Putin defeated, Rep. French Hill said.

Trump: States Should Decide on Abortion Laws

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said Monday abortion laws should be determined by U.S. states, stopping short of proposing a national ban and choosing a more moderate stance heading into November's general election.

Ukraine Denies Launching Drone Strikes on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

A senior Ukrainian official has denied Russian accusations that his country's army fired exploding drones at Europe's largest nuclear power plant, which the Kremlin's forces have been occupying and running in southern Ukraine since shortly after the war began.

Democrats' Green Agenda 'Falling Apart' as 'Reality' Sets In

President Joe Biden's vow to bring a "whole of government approach" to tackling the "climate crisis" has started to unravel as federal judges reject an emissions rule and EV sales slow, signaling that Americans are "waking up" to the shortcomings of the green agenda.

Speaker Johnson Will Unveil Ukraine Aid Bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has promised to bring up Ukraine aid in the House when Congress returns from recess.

SKorea Launches 2nd Military Spy Satellite in Race With North Korea

South Korea has successfully launched its second military spy satellite into orbit, days after North Korea reaffirmed its plan to launch multiple reconnaissance satellites this year.

Yellen: US Will Reject Flood of China Imports

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned China on Monday that Washington will not accept new industries being decimated by Chinese imports, as she wrapped up four days of meetings to press her case for Beijing to rein in excess industrial capacity.

Vatican's 'Infinite Dignity' Doctrine Rebukes Sex-Change 'Theory'

The Vatican on Monday declared sex-change surgery and surrogacy as grave threats to human dignity, putting them on par with abortion and euthanasia as practices that violate God's plan for human life.

From Europe to America: Immigration Lessons Learned the Hard Way

Immigration is again at the forefront of America's political debate, as the images of illegal immigrants trudging along or breaching razor wire barriers and clashing with federal agents and Texas National Guardsmen have become emblematic of the crisis at our borders.

US, Japan, Philippines Meet to Bolster Ties as Security Worries Mount

President Joe Biden hosts the leaders of Japan and the Philippines this week to boost economic and defense ties as the allies seek to offset China's growing might and manage risks ranging from North Korea to the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.

Speaker Johnson to Send Mayorkas Impeachment to Senate Wednesday

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., will send articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate on Wednesday. The House voted Feb. 13 to impeach Mayorkas for his failure to control the migrant crisis at the southern border. He became...

Speaker Johnson to Send Mayorkas Impeachment to Senate Wednesday

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., will send articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate on Wednesday.

JPMorgan CEO Dimon: US Faces Worst Risks Since WWII

The nation's most influential banker, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, told investors Monday he continues to expect the U.S. economy to be resilient and grow this year.

Pro-life Group: Trump Cedes Abortion Debate to Dems

A prominent pro-life group on Monday admonished former President Donald Trump for saying the abortion issue should be decided by each state and not by a national ban.

US Army to Hold Combat Training in Philippines as Tensions Rise

The U.S. Army is introducing a joint battlefield training in the Philippines to improve combat readiness including by ensuring adequate supply of ammunition and other needs in difficult conditions in tropical jungles and on scattered islands, a U.S. general said.

Report: House Info Could Aid Trump Probe of Biden

A second Trump administration, in its pursuit of justice against President Joe Biden and his family, could use information discovered by House investigators, Axios reported.

Morgan Wallen Arrested After Throwing Chair From Rooftop Bar

Country music star Morgan Wallen has been arrested and accused of three felony charges in connection with an altercation at a rooftop establishment in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dems Worry Biden's Image Marred by Israel-Hamas War

More than six months into the Israel-Hamas war, President Joe Biden's advisers and allies are worried that the conflict has undermined his claim that he is uniquely qualified to confront the global crisis.

Anti-Israel Activists in Dearborn, Mich., Chant 'Death to America'

Anti-Israel activists were caught on camera chanting "death to America" and "death to Israel" at a rally in Dearborn, Michigan, video posted by the non-profit Middle East Media Research Institute.

Prosecutor Gives Trump 682,000 Records in Classified Documents Case

Prosecutor Jack Smith has handed over more than 682,000 records to Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the classified documents case, according to court records, Newsweek reported Monday.

Gov. Abbott: Texas Will Protect US at Border

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday said Texas will protect the state and country from illegal migrants because President Joe Biden "refuses to enforce federal immigration laws." Abbott took to social media to post a photo showing Texas National Guard soldiers...

Samuel L. Jackson Blasts ESPN's NCAA Championship Coverage

Samuel L. Jackson took to soical media and slammed ESPN's coverage of the women's NCAA Championship game - which he seemed to find of poor quality.The veteran actor, like millions of others, tuned in to watch the highly anticipated matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the...

Rasmussen Poll: 59 Percent Say Congress Is Doing a Poor Job

Most voters say Congress is doing a poor job, according to the latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey, and the disapproval is across all political and demographic groups.

Sen. Graham Breaks With Trump on Abortion

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Monday said he disagreed with former President Donald Trump's comments that the abortion issue should be left for each state to decide instead of a national ban.

OpenAI's Sam Altman Declared Billionaire by Forbes

Sam Altman, the CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, has become a billionaire, Forbes said Monday.

'Misinformation' Researcher Flagged for Allegedly Targeting Conservative Content

A charity arm of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., is set to host a controversial "misinformation" researcher reportedly under fire for helping lead a group that targeted certain conservative content on social media ahead of the 2020 election.

Huge Crowds Await Total Solar Eclipse in US; Clouds May Spoil View

Millions of spectators along a narrow corridor stretching from Mexico to the U.S. to Canada eagerly awaited Monday's celestial sensation - a total eclipse of the sun - even as forecasters called for clouds.

Democrat Sen. John Fetterman: 'I Am Not Woke'

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said he's "not woke" while discussing squatters' rights in a recent interview with the New York Post.

Musk: AI Will Be Smarter Than Smartest Human in 2025

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Monday predicted development of artificial intelligence that was smarter than the smartest human probably by next year, or by 2026.

Trump to Headline Turning Point Action Summer Convention in Detroit

Former President Donald Trump has confirmed he'll be a speaker at an upcoming summer event hosted by Turning Point Action.

Gallup Poll: More Passing on Electric Vehicles

Americans' interest in buying an electric vehicle dropped in the past year despite EV ownership increasing during that same time, according to a new poll from Gallup.

NY Fed: Consumers Brace for Higher Prices, Grapple With Debt

Americans' outlook for inflation was mixed last month amid expectations for bigger prices rises across a range of key goods and services, as worries about missing debt payments mounted, a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York said Monday.

Samsung to Get $6-7B Chip Subsidy for Texas Expansion: Sources

The Biden administration plans to announce it is awarding between $6 billion and $7 billion to South Korea's Samsung next week to expand its chip output in Taylor, Texas, as it seeks to ramp up chipmaking in the U.S., two people familiar with the matter said.

CDC Asks States to Be Ready With Bird Flu Testing

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Monday bird flu risk to the public remains low even as it asked the state public health officials to be prepared to respond. The agency asked for plans to quickly test and provide treatment to potentially...

Trump Appeals in Last-Minute Bid to Delay N.Y. Criminal Case

Donald Trump asked a New York appeals court Monday to reverse his gag order and move his trial ton charges of falsifying business records out of Manhattan in an eleventh-hour bid for a delay a week before it is scheduled to start.

Totality Insanity: Eclipse Mania Grips North America

Eclipse mania gripped North America Monday as a breathtaking celestial spectacle set to be witnessed by tens of millions of people offered a rare convergence of commercial and scientific opportunities - and an excuse to party.

Group to Target GOP Senators Who Oppose Mayorkas Trial

Senate Republicans who said they intend to vote against a trial on the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas will be targeted by Heritage Action, the conservative advocacy group told the Washington Examiner

Pence Slams Trump's Stance on Abortion

Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized former President Donald Trump's position on abortion Monday, calling it a "retreat" on the right to life and a "slap in the face" to anti-abortion Americans.

Brazil Supreme Court Justice Orders Musk Probe Over Fake News, Obstruction

A crusading Brazilian Supreme Court justice has included Elon Musk as a target in an ongoing investigation over the dissemination of fake news, and has opened a separate investigation into the U.S. business executive for alleged obstruction.In his decision, Justice...

3 Dead in Shooting at Las Vegas Law Office

A shooting Monday inside a law office in the affluent Summerlin neighborhood of Las Vegas left three people dead, including the shooter, police said.

Wall Street Ends Flat as Investors Await CPI, Earnings

U.S. stocks were essentially unchanged at the close of a choppy session Monday, with a solar eclipse offering distraction ahead of crucial inflation data and the kick-off of first-quarter earnings season.

US Proposes New Guidelines for 6-Week Cease-Fire

CIA Director Williams Burns put forth a new proposal for a six-week cease-fire to the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas terrorists, CNN and Axios reported Monday.

Kremlin Pushes Anti-Ukraine Propaganda on Social Media

Fabricated news articles, social media posts, and comments that promote American isolationism, stir fear over U.S. border security, and attempt to amplify U.S. economic and racial tensions have been delivered by Russian-linked political strategists and online trolls.

DOJ Asks House GOP to 'Avoid Conflict'

The Justice Department is calling on House Republicans to "avoid conflict" and said the department has already complied with a request from legislators who threatened to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress, PBS NewsHour reported.

Future Eclipse Viewing Opportunities Await

If you missed the spectacle of the total solar eclipse or found yourself outside the path of totality Monday, fret not, as there are future opportunities, The Hill reported.

Sen. Ernst Blasts Biden Over Loophole for Chinese Spies

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, blasted the Biden administration on Monday for dismissing concerns raised last year about a policy loophole that could allow U.S. islands to be invaded by Chinese nationals.

'Panama Papers' Trial Starts; 27 People Charged in Worldwide Money Laundering Case

The trial of 27 people charged in connection with the worldwide "Panama Papers" money laundering started Monday in a Panamanian criminal court.

Trump: Sen. Graham Doing 'Disservice' to GOP on Abortion

Presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump punched back at the abortion "hardliners" and Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who criticized his endorsement of leaving the issue with states, singling out Graham for doing a "disservice" to the party.

Canada Pledges to Spend More on Defense; US Applauds Move

Canada, under U.S. pressure to boost defense spending, on Monday pledged billions more for the armed forces and said military expenditures would be closer to the NATO target by 2030.

Vatican Nods to Conservatives, Scorns Sex-Changes

The Vatican announced in a long-awaited ruling on Monday that it opposed sex changes and radical gender theory.

N.Y. Appeals Judge Rejects 11th-Hour Trump Bid to Delay April 15 Criminal Trial

A New York appeals court judge on Monday rejected Donald Trump's bid to delay his April 15 criminal trial while he fights to move the case out of Manhattan - foiling the former president's latest attempt to put off the historic trial.Justice Lizbeth Gonzรกlez of the state's...

Vatican Nods to Conservatives, Scorns Sex-Changes

The Vatican announced in a long-awaited ruling on Monday that it opposed sex changes and radical gender theory.

Trillions of Cicadas to Swarm U.S. in Epic Emergence

Trillions of cicadas are set to emerge across the United States this spring, heralding their arrival with their distinctive buzzing and discarded exoskeletons, CBS News reported.

Bipartisan Group Seeks Reform of Insurrection Act

President Joe Biden's personal attorney is leading a bipartisan group of former senior national security and legal officials that is urging Congress to reform the Insurrection Act, which allows the president to deploy U.S. military and federalized National Guard forces to...

I&I/TIPP Poll: Biden Has Small Lead Over Trump

Joe Biden holds a 3-point lead over Donald Trump head-to-head in the latest I&I/TIPP presidential electionย poll released Monday.

Coast Guard Accused of Illegally Silencing Assault Victims via NDA

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, accused Coast Guard leaders of employing illegal nondisclosure agreements (NDA) to stifle victims of sexual assault from sharing their experiences, an inquiry prompted by a CNN report uncovering sexual misconduct at the renowned Coast Guard Academy,...

Bipartisan Group Seeks Reform of Insurrection Act

President Joe Biden's personal attorney is leading a bipartisan group that is urging Congress to reform the Insurrection Act, which allows the president to deploy U.S. military and federalized National Guard forces to suppress domestic unrest.

I&I/TIPP Poll: Biden Has Small Lead Over Trump

Joe Biden holds a 3-point lead over Donald Trump head-to-head in the latest I&I/TIPP presidential electionย poll released Monday.

GOP Congressmen Threaten to Subpoena DOJ Over TikTok Documents

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee are threatening to subpoena the Justice Department if it does not turn over documents connected to any probes of TikTok and Al Jazeera under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).

Netanyahu Takes Heat For Troop Withdrawal From Southern Gaza

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under fire following the announcement Sunday that Israel Defense Forces withdrew most of its troops from Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip.

Eclipse Watcher Return Flight Crashes in Arkansas, Four Hurt

A small aircraft transporting four individuals back from witnessing the solar eclipse in Arkansas crashed less than two minutes into its return journey, the New York Post reported.

Justice Dept. Blasts GOP Effort to Hold AG Garland in Contempt Over Biden Audio

The Justice Department on Monday blasted Republicans' effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over his refusal to turn over unredacted materials related to the special counsel probe into President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents.In a letter...

Rep. Van Duyne Urging NYPD Officers to Move to Texas

Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, is urging New York City police officers to move to the Lone Star State, which she said values law and order more than the Empire State.

Rep. Van Duyne Urging NYPD Officers to Move to Texas

Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas., is urging New York City police officers to move to the Lone Star State, which she said values law and order more than the Empire State.

UK's Cameron to Meet Blinken, Trump While Pressing Congress on Ukraine Aid

British Foreign Minister David Cameron will meet Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday during his U.S. trip and press lawmakers in Congress to pass an aid package for Ukraine while also discussing the Israel-Gaza war.Ahead of his meeting with Blinken, Cameron will...

Gold Hits New High as China Bolsters Reserves

Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels, surpassing $2,300 per ounce on Monday, amidst a widespread commodities upsurge, escalating global tensions, and concerted efforts by central banks worldwide to enhance reserves, it was reported.

Gold Hits New High as China Bolsters Reserves

Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels, surpassing $2,300 per ounce on Monday, amidst a widespread commodities upsurge, escalating global tensions, and concerted efforts by central banks worldwide to enhance reserves, Axios reported.

Dimon on 8 Percent Interest Rates: Racing Off the Cliff

CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co., Jamie Dimon, expressed concerns that the United States interest rates might soar to more than 8% in the near future due to a combination of record debt and the ongoing global conflicts.

Hogg PAC Blew $1.4M+ on Travel, Lot Less on Candidates

The PAC started by gun activist David Hogg, whose stated mission is "electing young progressives," instead burned through $1.4 million - representing nearly half the money raised - on travel, political consultants, and legal fees in 2023.

Sen. McConnell Backs Legislation to Force Divestment of TikTok

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Monday called for legislation to force TikTok's parent company, China's ByteDance, to divest the short video app used by 170 million Americans. "Requiring the divestment of Beijing-influenced entities from TikTok would land ...

Prosecutors Urge Supreme Court to Reject Trump's Immunity Claim

Special counsel Jack Smith's team urged the Supreme Court on Monday night to reject former President Donald Trump's claim that he is immune from prosecution in a case charging him with scheming to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.The brief from...

Trump Attorneys Ask Judge to Enforce Stormy Daniels Subpoena

The legal team representing former President Donald Trump has asked the judge to enforce a subpoena seeking communications between former porn star Stormy Daniels and witnesses Michael Cohen and Karen McDougal, plus material she has from NBC's documentary on her.

Missouri Governor Rejects Calls to Halt Execution

Missouri GOP Gov. Mike Parson has denied clemency to Brian Dorsey, who is slated for execution on Tuesday for the 2006 murder of his cousin and her husband, The Hill reported.

Coast Guard Accused of Illegally Silencing Assault Victims

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, accused Coast Guard leaders of employing illegal nondisclosure agreements (NDA) to stifle victims of sexual assault from sharing their experiences, an inquiry prompted by a report uncovering sexual misconduct at the renowned Coast Guard Academy.

Iran: US Gave Israel 'Green Light' to Attack Consulate in Syria

Iran's foreign minister Monday accused the United States of giving Israel the "green light" for a strike on its consulate building in Syria that killed seven Iranian military officials including two generals.

UK's Cameron to Meet Blinken on Ukraine Aid After Meeting Trump

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron is in Washington on Tuesday to press senior Republicans to unlock money for Ukraine, after meeting a skeptical Donald Trump in Florida.

European Court Issues Mixed Rulings on Landmark Climate Cases

Europe's human rights court ruled its member nations have an obligation to protect their citizens from the ill effects of climate change, but still threw out a high-profile case brought by six Portuguese youth aimed at forcing countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Airlines Battle Plane Shortage Ahead of Summer Travel

The global airline industry is facing a summer squeeze, with travel demand expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels while aircraft deliveries drop sharply due to production problems at Boeing and Airbus.

How DA Bragg Resurrected 'Zombie Case' Against Trump

Manhattan prosecutors started and stopped the investigation that culminated in Donald Trump's upcoming criminal trial so many times that it came to be known as a "zombie case," like the mythical character who returns from the dead.

Here Are the Next Times, Places to Catch a Solar Eclipse

Whether you saw the moon completely block the sun, were foiled by cloudy weather, or were not along the path of Monday's total solar eclipse, there are still more chances to catch a glimpse.

IAEA Board to Meet on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia on Thursday

An extraordinary meeting of the U.N. nuclear watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors called by Russia to discuss attacks on the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine is due to be held Thursday, three diplomats said Tuesday.

Blue States Taunt Supreme Court on 2nd Amendment

Despite the U.S. Supreme Court's recent string of rulings - including a 2022 New York case - that placed clear limits on how much state and local governments can restrict firearms ownership and possession, Democrat-run jurisdictions seem intent on persisting.

Norfolk Settles East Palestine Derailment Class Suit for $600M

Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to a fiery train derailment in February 2023 in eastern Ohio.

Chuck Schumer Expected to Avoid Mayorkas Senate Trial

Senate leaders from both parties expect Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., to avoid an impeachment trial involving Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Voters Don't Seem to Care Biden Spending $1T to Battle Climate Change

President Joe Biden is spending about $1 trillion in an effort to battle climate change, but it does not appear to be resonating with voters, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Jurors in Trump NYC Case Can't Be Asked About Party, Voting

Potential jurors in former President Donald Trump's upcoming trial in New York City on charges of falsifying business records can't be asked about their political party, history of voting, or past political contributions, according to restrictions set by Judge Juan Merchan.

D.C. AG Ends Probe Into Left-wing Dark Money Network

The Washington, D.C., Democrat attorney general's reported decision to drop an investigation into a $1 billion left-wing dark money network is being condemned by conservatives.

US Taking Chinese Invasion of Taiwan 'More Seriously'

A new assessment determining that "all indications point to" China's People's Liberation Army meeting Beijing's goal of potentially invading Taiwan by 2027 signals that the U.S. is taking the possibility of war "more seriously," China experts say.

D.C. AG Ends Probe Into Left-Wing Dark Money Network

The Washington, D.C., Democrat attorney general's reported decision to drop an investigation into a $1 billion left-wing dark money network is being condemned by conservatives.

Simon Harris, 37, Installed as Ireland's New Prime Minister

Lawmaker Simon Harris was elected Ireland's prime minister by a vote in parliament Tuesday, becoming at 37 the country's youngest-ever leader.

Battle Over FISA Continues as Deadline Approaches

The fight over the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is continuing among Republicans as the program is set to expire April 19.

Battle Over FISA Continues as Deadline Approaches

The fight over the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is continuing among Republicans as the program is set to expire April 19.

Rep. Greene: GOP in 'Total Surrender' Mode Under Speaker Johnson

As House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Ga., gavels in the House on Tuesday after a two-week recess, he is facing a new internal threat from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who penned a scathing letter to her GOP colleagues making the case for his ouster.

House Panel Moves Quickly on Appropriations Chair Vote

The House Republican Steering Committee was scheduled Tuesday to consider a new chairperson for the influential House Appropriations Committee, moving quickly after Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, announced last month that she will step down.

US Small-Business Sentiment at Lowest Level in 11 Years

U.S. small-business confidence slipped to the lowest level in more than 11 years in March amid rising concerns about inflation, according to a survey Tuesday.

Fmr Joint Chiefs: Hawaii Ruling Imperils US Security

Two former chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff filed an amicus brief to the Hawaii Supreme Court last week with a warning that oil and gas products are "critical to national security, economic stability, and military preparedness" after the court last year allowed a lawsuit...

Billy Dee Williams Defends Actors Wearing Blackface

Actor Billy Dee Williams sparked debate when he defended performers wearing Blackface.

Frankie Avalon Remakes 2 Hits in New Collaboration

More than four decades since his "Beauty School Dropout" made a splash on the big screen in the 1978 movie "Grease," 1950s-60s teen idol Frankie Avalon has returned to the recording studio, this time in collaboration with tribute singer Tommy Cono.

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