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Appeals Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Deploy National Guard in Illinois for Now
The court stated that Trump’s efforts likely violated Illinois’s constitutional right to sovereignty, made worse by the Texas National Guard being sent in.
Trump Refiles $15 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against New York Times After Court Dismissal
In the amended complaint, Trump accused the defendants of defaming him through two articles and a book published last year ahead of the presidential election.
Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa Square Off in Fiery NYC Mayoral Debate
Mamdani defended his outsider roots as Cuomo touted experience and Sliwa decried crime in their tense first debate.
Senate to Consider Legislation Expanding Russia Sanctions, Tariffs
The legislation would require 500 percent tariffs on any country that buys oil or uranium from Russia, apart from imposing other sanctions on officials.
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US Will Not Adhere to Global Carbon Tax on Shipping: Trump
The International Maritime Organization was set to vote on a tax proposal on Oct. 17.
Oklahoma to Drop Plan to Keep Bibles in All Public School Classrooms
The state’s new superintendent intends to withdraw the Bible mandate to resolve a lawsuit challenging it.
Accused Palisades Arsonist Faces 3 New Charges
Uber driver Jonathan Rinderknecht was indicted on three new charges, including two felonies.
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US Regulators End Climate Oversight Framework for Big Banks
The agencies are scrapping the 2023 climate guidance after government officials said that regulation should focus on core financial risks, not climate policies.
Immigration Officers in Chicago Required to Wear Body Cameras, Says Federal Judge
The order comes amid intense confrontations in Chicago between ICE officers and protesters who oppose the Trump administration’s deportation initiative.
Judge Orders Homeland Security to Restore $34 Million in Security Funding to NYC
The Trump administration previously warned that funds could be withheld over the city’s ’sanctuary' policies that shield illegal immigrants.
Trump Announces Plans for New Arch Near Lincoln Memorial
This is not the only project Trump is building in Washington.
Rubio Rejects UN Call for First Global Carbon Tax on Shipping
The tax could raise international shipping costs by 10 percent or more, warned U.S. officials.
Trump Says He Plans to Attend Tariff Policy Appeal at Supreme Court
If the federal government loses the case, the United States will be a ‘financial mess for many, many years to come,’ the president told reporters.
Key Takeaways as US Government Shutdown Enters 3rd Week
Troops get paid, and Trump plans program closures as congressional leaders maintain their positions.
Social Security Checks Safe, but Prolonged Shutdown Could Deepen Delays and Hardship
Monthly benefits will continue, but certain functions—appeals, evidence review, and in-person assistance—are already slowing under the shutdown.
Senate Rejects Funding Plan a 9th Time as Shutdown Enters Third Week
Democrats and Republicans remain entrenched in their positions, each portraying the other as responsible for the lapse in federal funding that began on Oct. 1.
US Uncovering Financial Networks Behind Domestic Terrorism, Bessent Says
Trump earlier signed a memorandum instructing the Treasury secretary to identify and disrupt such funding channels.
LA County Declares Local Emergency Over ICE Operations
The 4–1 vote would allow the county to enact an eviction moratorium for renters affected by federal immigration enforcement.
State Department Revokes Visas of 6 Foreigners Who Cheered Charlie Kirk’s Death
‘The United States has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans,’ the State Department said.
