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US Makes First Prosecutions of Illegal Immigrants for Entering Military Zone at Border
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has warned that any illegal immigrant attempting to enter that zone ‘is entering a military base.’
UK Joins US in Yemen Airstrikes Targeting Houthis
London described the site targeted as ‘a cluster of buildings, used by the terrorists to manufacture drones.’
Trump Says Americans Should Be Patient After US Economy Contracts
The gross domestic product, or GDP, declined by 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025.
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Ford CEO Says ‘Employee Pricing’ for Everyone Will Continue Amid Auto Tariffs
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Trump: US Economy Heading in Right Direction, China Will Probably Eat Tariffs
The president discussed the economy and the impact of his recent tariffs on America’s trading partners.
Appeals Court Upholds Restrictions on Deportations of Venezuelans From US
The government is not likely to suffer irreparable harm, judges concluded.
China’s Factory Activity Slumps as US Tariffs Take Effect
Official data shows that new export orders dropped to the lowest level—excluding the COVID-19 disruptions—in 13 years.
Judge Orders Trump Admin to Disburse $12 Million in Funding to Radio Free Europe
The judge stated that the administration’s actions to terminate Radio Free Europe’s grants agreement ‘threatens the very existence’ of the news group.
Florida Set to Become 2nd State to Ban Fluoride in Drinking Water
Lawmakers approved legislation that is widely expected to be signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis.
Residents Say Sudden Deaths Are Increasing in China
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Senate Democrats Hold Back-to-Back Speeches Criticizing Trump’s First 100 Days
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Trump Announces 21 New Fighter Jets for Selfridge Air National Guard Base
President Donald Trump says the Air National Guard base in Michigan will play a ‘vital role’ in U.S. national defense.
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Social Security Cuts Overpayment Withholding Rate to 50 Percent Down From 100 Percent
The lower withholding rate follows a brief return to 100 percent withholding introduced weeks earlier.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Suspends Judge Accused of Helping Illegal Immigrant Evade ICE
Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Justices have decided it is in the public interest to remove her.
Federal Charges Filed Against Tesla Arson Suspect in Arizona
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Carney, Trump Agree to Meet in Person in ‘Near Future,’ Canadian PM’s Office Says
Carney also spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron, the PMO said.
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