Trump considers Jeanine Pirro for a leading prosecutor role in Washington, D.C.
Former judge Jeanine Pirro, who is known as a Fox News host and previously served as the District of Columbia’s chief prosecutor, is among the candidates being considered by President Trump, according to various reports. Pirro isn’t the only option being weighed to take over the role from U.S. lawyer Ed Martin, whose nomination appears […]
US considers reducing tariffs on China to 50% as early as next week, according to sources.
The administration is currently considering a significant reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, possibly lowering them from 50% to 54% as early as next week. Discussions are underway among US officials about this adjustment, with a commitment to engage in extensive consultations aimed at reaching a trade agreement. In a related move, tariffs on neighboring […]
Federal judge considers a new challenge to Trump’s application of the Alien Enemies Act for deporting migrants
During a hearing on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg brought up the controversial idea of transferring some migrants to Guantanamo Bay. This discussion arose in light of public comments made by President Donald Trump and his cabinet regarding deportation procedures tied to laws about enemy aliens. Boasberg particularly questioned attorneys from the Department of […]
Texas considers imposing fines on schools for using students’ chosen pronouns.
Texas public schools might incur fines if they use students’ preferred pronouns, particularly in cases where this could be interpreted as supporting a “social transition.” This potential change comes alongside a new legislative bill. The proposed legislation would require school districts to assist students in altering their names, clothing, or hairstyles. Republican Rep. Nathan Schatzline, […]
Senate considers vote on stablecoin legislation despite pushback from Democrats
Senate leaders are gearing up for a vote this week on a new law aimed at establishing a framework for payment stability coins, with the hope that Senate Democrats who favor encryption will back the proposal. Sources indicate that Republicans are planning to bring the legislation to a vote this Thursday. However, nine Democratic senators […]
Houthis Strike Ben Gurion Airport with Missile; Israel Considers Reaction; Iran Might Be Target
On Sunday, a ballistic missile fired by Houthi rebels in Yemen landed within the perimeter of Israel’s Ben Gurion airport, prompting Israeli officials to prepare for a response directed at Yemen or Iran. The missile struck “a grove adjacent to the access road within the airport boundaries,” causing alarm in central Israel as it managed […]
Duffy considers aborted landings close to Reagan airport to be inappropriate.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed that it was “unacceptable” for two commercial flights to cancel their landings at Washington Airport this week because of an Army Black Hawk helicopter en route to the Pentagon. Alongside the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration, Duffy indicated they would consult with the Department of […]
Elise Stefanik considers her chances of beating NY Governor Kathy Hochul while thinking about a 2026 campaign.
As the 2026 race approaches, Rep. Elise Stefanik feels she’s “in the strongest position to lose” in almost two decades, aiming to become New York’s first Republican leader in that time. In a recent conversation, Stefanik (R-NY) confidently outlined her key priorities—issues like tax, education, crime, immigration, and energy—while also commenting on the “unpopular liberal […]
Beijing Considers Fentanyl Proposal to the US to Begin Trade Discussions: Report
Washington: Reports indicate that Beijing is exploring options to address concerns raised by the Trump administration regarding China’s involvement in the fentanyl trade. This could, perhaps, pave the way for resuming trade talks, according to The Wall Street Journal. Citing unnamed sources familiar with the discussions, the article mentions that Chinese Minister of Public Security, […]
Trump Admin Considers Trimming National Monuments To Boost Energy Development
According to the Washington Post, the Trump administration is considering reducing the size of several national monuments in the West and opening up more land for energy development. Officials from the Department of the Interior (DOI) are assessing whether to remove federal protections for at least six national parks, covering millions of acres. It has […]