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Gates Warns of New Cuban Exodus as Trump Tightens Embargo
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Romney Laments Cassidy's Primary Loss as GOP Purges Trump Critics
Former Sen. Mitt Romney said Bill Cassidy's ouster in Louisiana's GOP primary is a 'loss for the country,' as Trump-backed candidates Letlow and Fleming head to a runoff.
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Buttigieg Slams Duffy's Taxpayer-Funded Reality Show as 'Embarrassment'
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sharply criticized current Secretary Sean Duffy for filming a reality show, calling it an embarrassment and contrasting it with his own taxpayer-funded service in Afghanistan.
International
Trump Secures $17B Annual Chinese Farm Purchases Through 2028
The White House announced Sunday that China will purchase at least $17 billion in U.S. agricultural products annually through 2028, a deal Trump touted to shore up support among farmers.
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House Conservatives Push for Third Reconciliation Bill to Boost Pentagon Funding and Cut Fraud by August
House conservatives, led by Rep. August Pfluger, are pushing a third reconciliation bill to boost Pentagon funding and cut federal fraud by August, a tight timeline in a slim majority.
Healthcare
Salmonella Contamination Triggers Widespread Food Recalls This Month
Multiple food products, including frozen pizzas and seasonings, have been recalled this month over salmonella fears, with many traced to a common contaminated ingredient.
Politics
Van Hollen Doubts Patel Will Follow Through on Alcohol Test After Heated Hearing
Sen. Chris Van Hollen expressed uncertainty that FBI Director Kash Patel will take an alcohol use test, despite Patel's public commitment, citing past lies during testimony.
International
Trump Issues Ultimatum to Iran as Nuclear Talks Hit Deadlock
President Trump warned Iran on Sunday that time is running out for a deal, as peace negotiations remain deadlocked and Tehran's latest proposal was rejected.
Defense
Taipei Envoy Defends Trump's Arms Sale Delay as Strategic Leverage
Taiwan's envoy to the US, Alexander Yui, expressed confidence in the Trump administration's commitment to arms sales, even after a $14 billion delay to gain leverage with Beijing.
Policy
US IP Report Hits Allies and Adversaries Alike for Worker Harm
This year's Special 301 report names both adversaries and allies for intellectual property abuses, signaling a tougher U.S. stance on protecting American workers and innovation.
Louisiana Voters Reject All Five Constitutional Amendments in May Election
Louisiana voters rejected all five constitutional amendments on the May ballot, covering civil service, St. George schoo
Comey Hits Back at Acting AG Blanche Over Seashell Case Commentary
Comey urges Blanche to 'bone up on the rules' after the acting AG publicly commented on the seashell investigation, whic
Johnson Warns High Gas Prices Threaten GOP Midterm Hopes as Iran Conflict Drags On
House Speaker Mike Johnson warns that high gas prices tied to the Iran war are hampering the GOP's midterm message, as p
Trump, GOP Pitch China Farm Deals to Shore Up Rural Support Ahead of Midterms
Trump and GOP lawmakers are courting farmers with China trade deals and a farm bill ahead of midterms, but experts warn
Trump's Credibility Crisis Erodes US Alliances and National Security
President Trump's repeated lies and policy flip-flops have eroded trust among allies and adversaries alike, creating a d
Massie Turns Trump's Attacks Into Fundraising Bonanza Ahead of Kentucky Primary
Rep. Thomas Massie claims Trump's Truth Social attacks are fueling his fundraising, as the Kentucky GOP primary becomes
Childhood Trauma Drives Youth Crime: New Data Exposes Pipeline to Prison
New research shows that youth prosecuted as adults have suffered profound trauma, with average ACE scores of 6.31. The f
Arizona Leads Nation in FTC Spam Call Complaints as 2.6 Million Filed in 2025
Arizona filed the most spam call complaints per capita to the FTC in 2025, as debt reduction and imposter scams fueled 2
AI Raises Workforce Entry Costs; Education Must Counter It
AI is increasing workforce entry requirements, risking exclusion for many. Education must adapt to lower these barriers
Arizona Leads Nation in Senior Scam Reports as Fraud Losses Top $27 Billion
Arizona tops the list of states where seniors are most frequently scammed, with 7 reports per 1,000 residents. Business
U.S. Mining Paralysis Puts National Security at Risk, New Report Warns
A new report warns that U.S. mining permitting delays—averaging 29 years—are driving dependence on foreign minerals from
House Passes $2B VA Funding Bill as 2027 Budget Battle Begins
The House passed its first fiscal 2027 appropriations bill, a military construction and VA funding measure, by a 400-15
Fidelity Settles Data Breach Class Action for $2.5 Million; Payouts Up to $5,000
Fidelity Investments has agreed to a $2.5 million class action settlement over a 2024 data breach that exposed personal
Powell Steps Down as Fed Chair but Stays on Board, Defying Trump
Jerome Powell's term as Fed chair ended Friday, but he stays on the board, vowing to fight Trump's attacks on the centra
Young Borrowers Turn to Personal Loans for Daily Expenses as Inflation Bites
A new report reveals that over 10% of personal loan borrowers are Gen Z, using the funds for routine expenses like bills
Raising Cane's Opens 8 New Locations in May, Eyes National Expansion
Raising Cane's opens 8 new locations in May, including first stores in Jonesboro, Arkansas, and a drive-thru in Queens,
Virginia Contestant Smashes 'Price Is Right' Record with $240K Mother's Day Win
Vanessa from Virginia shattered the single-game record on 'The Price Is Right,' winning more than $240,000 in a BetMGM-b
2026's Top Job Markets for New Graduates Revealed in New ADP Study
ADP Research's new study ranks the best US metros for new graduates in 2026, highlighting major shifts from last year's
Three Moves to Reverse US Losses in Iran Conflict
The US is losing its war with Iran. Former Rep. Jane Harman proposes a three-part plan: build a coalition to reopen the
Trump's Unchecked Military Strikes Erode Global Norms and Legitimacy
The Trump administration's escalating unilateral military strikes, from drug boats to Iran, undermine international law
Cuba's Fuel Crisis Deepens as Trump Administration Tightens Screws
Cuba has run out of oil and diesel, triggering rolling blackouts and protests, as the Trump administration intensifies p
Bill Maher Mocks Trump's Beijing Summit: 'China Knows What Trump Likes'
Bill Maher ripped President Trump's summit with Xi Jinping, saying China 'knows what Trump likes'—pomp, parades, and dum
Trump Raises Jimmy Lai Case With Xi, Drawing Praise From Detained Mogul's Daughter
Claire Lai praised Trump for raising her father's case with Xi Jinping, calling the president a man of his word. Jimmy L
Waltz: Trump Delivered Clear Message to Xi on Taiwan Status Quo
Ambassador Waltz said Trump was clear with Xi on maintaining Taiwan status quo, aligning with strategic ambiguity policy