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King Charles to Address Congress Amid U.S.-U.K. Diplomatic Strains Over Iran
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Energy
Bessent Predicts $3 Gas Possible by Fall, Hinges on Hormuz Negotiations
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a resolution to the Strait of Hormuz blockade could bring U.S. gas prices down to $3 per gallon between June 20 and September 20.
Policy
Melania Trump to Address House Panel on Foster Care Reform, Spotlighting 'Fostering the Future' Initiative
First Lady Melania Trump will participate in a House Ways and Means Committee roundtable Wednesday, focusing on her 'Fostering the Future' initiative and legislative efforts to modernize support for foster youth.
Politics
Madonna Announces 'Confessions II' Sequel Album, Reuniting with Producer Stuart Price
Madonna has announced 'Confessions II,' her first studio album in seven years, set for release on July 3. The sequel to 2005's 'Confessions on a Dance Floor' reunites her with producer Stuart Price.
International
IMF: Iran Conflict Threatens Global Recession, Economic Stability at Risk
The International Monetary Fund warns the conflict with Iran threatens to derail global economic stability, pushing the world toward recession through surging energy prices and renewed inflation, with domestic polling showing scant public support.
Politics
Hungary's New PM Magyar Reveals Government Payments to CPAC, Defines Conservative Platform
New Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has exposed payments from the previous Orbán government to the American CPAC organization while outlining a conservative platform opposing illegal immigration and prioritizing national finances over Ukraine funding.
Politics
Warnock Condemns Vance's Vatican Warning as 'Fascist' Rhetoric Amid Iran Tensions
Sen. Raphael Warnock sharply criticized Vice President JD Vance for warning Pope Leo XIV about his commentary on the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, calling the rhetoric characteristic of fascists and despots.
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Johnson Expresses Discomfort with Pope's Anti-War Remarks as Trump Escalates Criticism
Speaker Mike Johnson stated he was surprised by Pope Leo XIV's recent anti-war statements regarding Iran, distancing himself from President Trump's more aggressive criticism of the religious leader.
Politics
Peltola Posts Record $8.9M Q1 Haul in Alaska Senate Challenge to Sullivan
Mary Peltola raised a record $8.9 million in the first quarter for her Alaska Senate campaign against Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan, whose campaign reported $2.1 million. The race is rated 'lean Republican' but is seen as competitive.
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UVU Faces Student Backlash Over Commencement Speaker's Remarks on Kirk Assassination
Utah Valley University faces student protests over its choice of commencement speaker, author Sharon McMahon, due to her social media posts about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Trump Vows to Remove Powell from Fed Board, Defends DOJ Criminal Investigation
President Trump said he would remove Jerome Powell from the Federal Reserve Board if the chair does not step down, and d
Thune Presses White House to Conclude DOJ Probe of Fed Chair Powell
Senate Majority Leader John Thune called on the Trump administration to conclude the Justice Department's investigation
Justice Jackson Criticizes Supreme Court's 'Shadow Docket' as Corrosive, Vows to Drive Reform
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has sharply criticized the Supreme Court's frequent use of emergency orders, warning they
Boebert Calls for Pension Revocation for Swalwell, Gonzales Following Resignations
Rep. Lauren Boebert argues Congress should revoke the taxpayer-funded pensions of former Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Go
Constitutional Checks Under Strain as Political Movements Test Foundational Guardrails
The enduring strength of American governance rests on its constitutional system of checks and balances, but current poli
White House to Spotlight Permanent Trump Tax Cuts on Tax Day Amid Iran Tensions
The White House will hold a briefing on Tax Day to promote the permanent extension of the Trump-era tax cuts, with the e
Poll Shows Bipartisan Support for Taxing Wealthy as Democrats Push Reform Agenda
A national survey indicates two-thirds of Americans support additional taxation on incomes over $1 million, creating pol
Farmers Report Widespread Fertilizer Affordability Crisis Amid Middle East Conflict
A majority of American farmers report being unable to afford essential fertilizer due to price surges following Middle E
Parents Face Systematic Barriers to Reviewing School Curricula as Transparency Battles Intensify
Parents in Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Maryland report being systematically blocked from reviewing school curricula
Vought Defends Trump's 2027 Budget: $1.5T Defense Surge, $73B Domestic Cuts
OMB Director Russ Vought appears before the House Budget Committee to justify President Trump's 2027 budget request, whi
Farm Debt Hits Record $600 Billion as Trump's Policies Squeeze Rural Economy
President Trump's agricultural tariffs and economic policies have driven farm debt to a projected $600 billion while fai
Stephen Miller Urges States to Challenge Supreme Court Precedent on Undocumented Students
Senior Trump adviser Stephen Miller is encouraging states to pass laws denying public education to undocumented children
IRS Reports 11% Surge in Average Tax Refunds as Filing Deadline Arrives
Tax Day has arrived with the IRS reporting significantly larger refunds for millions of Americans. The average refund ha
IRS Tax Filing Extension Deadline Approaches: Key Procedures and Penalty Risks
The IRS offers taxpayers an automatic six-month filing extension until October 15, but any estimated tax owed must still
Fed's Hammack Signals Extended Rate Pause Amid Geopolitical, Inflation Uncertainty
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack indicated the central bank will likely maintain current interest rates for an exten
House GOP to Spotlight Permanent Trump Tax Cuts in Tax Day Press Conference
House Republicans will hold a press conference Wednesday morning to promote the permanent tax cuts and new worker-focuse
IMF Projects Global Growth Slowdown, Inflation Spike from Iran War Fallout
The International Monetary Fund warns the war in Iran will slow global economic growth and accelerate inflation, with lo
Bessent Backs Fed Patience on Rates Amid Iran Conflict, Signals Future Cuts
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed support for the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady at its upcoming
IAEA Chief Warns Iran Deal Without Robust Verification Would Be 'Illusion'
The head of the UN nuclear watchdog warned against pursuing an agreement with Iran that lacks concrete verification plan
Trump Claims China Deal on Strait of Hormuz, Cites Xi's Weapons Pledge
President Trump declared he is permanently reopening the Strait of Hormuz, stating China is 'very happy' and has agreed
Mexico Defies Regional Trend, Declines to Label Iranian-Backed Groups as Terrorists
While most Latin American nations have moved to designate Iranian proxies as terrorist groups, Mexico maintains its refu
Legal Framework Shifts as UN Recognizes Non-Imminent Nuclear Threats Justify Preventive Strikes
International legal consensus is shifting to accept that a nuclear threat from a hostile state need not be imminent to j
US Naval Blockade Enforced: Six Vessels Redirected from Iranian Ports in First 24 Hours
The US military has redirected six commercial vessels attempting to leave Iranian ports, implementing a new naval blocka
Western European NATO Allies Sideline U.S. in Iran Conflict, Raising Alliance Questions
Key Western European NATO members are withholding military and diplomatic support from the U.S. in the Iran conflict, in