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3 US Aircraft Carriers Operating in Middle East for First Time in Over 2 Decades
The last time the United States deployed three aircraft carriers to the region was in 2003.
Federal Appeals Court Allows Texas to Enforce State Immigration Law
A federal district court had blocked the law two years ago, saying it would have interfered with federal immigration enforcement.
Putin Will Be Invited to G20 Summit in Miami, Trump Administration Official Says
The Russian president has skipped the annual meetings since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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Appeals Court Blocks Federal Government’s Bar on Asylum Applications at Border
The case stemmed from one of the executive orders President Donald Trump signed during his first day back in office.
Court Sides With Mother Against School District’s Transgender Policy
The school district allegedly refused a request to notify the mother regarding her child’s gender dysphoria or gender identity issues.
Taiwan Is Key to Democratic Supply Chain, Says Taiwanese Diplomat
Diplomat Wu Chih-hsiang pointed out that a large portion of the world’s container ships pass through the Taiwan Strait each year.
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Mamdani Vetoes Protest ‘Buffer Zone’ Bill Passed by City Council
The vetoed bill would have applied to protests at schools; he signed a similar bill that applies to houses of worship only.
New Listings Tick Up 3 Percent as Mortgage Rates Continue to Slide
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has dipped to 6.23 percent, according to Freddie Mac.
Witkoff, Kushner Heading to Pakistan for Iran Talks
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said there has been progress from Iran in recent days.
Hegseth Says US Blockade of Iran Is ‘Going Global’
The Pentagon chief added that any Iranian attempts to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz would violate a ceasefire.
Israel Says It’s Ready to Hit Iran’s Core Infrastructure, Awaits US Green Light
‘This time, the attack will be different and deadlier, and will add devastating blows in the places that hurt most,’ Israel’s defense minister said.
Trump Says Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Will Be Coated in ‘American Flag Blue’ Hue
‘You’re going to end up with a beautiful, beautiful reflecting pool, the way it’s supposed to be,’ President Donald Trump said.
Mamdani, Hochul Aim to Tax Luxury Second Homes in NYC: What to Know
Officials hope the tax will help close New York’s $5.4 billion budge deficit. Opponents say it would hurt home values and eliminate construction jobs.
Trump Admin Begins Process to Downgrade Marijuana Classification
DOJ placed cannabis products under Schedule III and launched an expedited process to reconsider the drug’s broader federal classification.
1,678 Pounds of Cocaine and Marijuana Seized From Vessel in Eastern Pacific
More than two tons of cocaine were seized earlier this month in another operation.
7 Takeaways From RFK Jr.’s Appearances Before Congress
Kennedy defended budget cuts, his agency’s actions on vaccines, and the administration’s efforts to crack down on health care fraud.
US Forces Turn Away 31 Vessels at Naval Blockade Against Iran: CENTCOM
CENTCOM denied media reports of vessels evading the blockade.
Trump Disappointed With Mexico After Deaths of 2 CIA Agents, White House Says
The Mexican government’s response is insufficient in light of ongoing U.S. efforts to combat drug cartels, says press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
Homeland Security Secretary Warns DHS Running Out of Money to Pay Airport Workers
Currently, Transportation Security Administration workers are being paid through an emergency fund.
