US Rep. Barry Moore and former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson advance to GOP runoff in Alabama for US Senate - AP News

US Rep. Barry Moore and former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson advance to GOP runoff in Alabama for US Senate  AP News

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Tests Constitutional Limits

The deal the president reached with his own subordinates relies on a mechanism created by Congress that legal experts had warned was subject to manipulation.

By Adam Liptak

Jan. 6 Police Officers Sue to Block Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund - Bloomberg

Jan. 6 Police Officers Sue to Block Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund  Bloomberg

How will Trump deploy his $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund’?

Critics say the settlement establishing the president’s ‘slush fund’ is an illegal use of taxpayers’ money

Trump demands Senate fire parliamentarian who ruled against ballroom funding plan

Trump's demand comes as Senate Republican leaders wrestle with whether to include money for the controversial project in an immigration enforcement bill.

By Isaac Arnsdorf, Jarrell Dillard

EU approves trade deal with Washington and sets safeguards

The European Parliament and the 27 member states reached an agreement on Wednesday, May 20, which they hope will prevent an escalation with Donald Trump. Most American imports will not be subject to tariffs.

Young Americans demand court halt Trump’s biggest rollbacks of pollution protections

Suit says administration is impinging on rights to life and liberty by worsening planet-warming and toxic pollution Eighteen American youth are demanding that a court immediately halt the Trump administration’s repeal of the scientific finding underpinning virtually all US climate regulations. The plaintiffs sued the Trump administration in February days after officials revoked the 2009 endangerment finding, which found that greenhouse gas pollution threatens public health and welfare. Filed ...

By Dharna Noor

In Georgia, Trump continues to show strength while Democratic voters come out in force

President Trump showed his strength in Tuesday's primaries. In Georgia, both Republicans who will advance to the runoff for governor claim to be like him, even though only one got his endorsement.

By Rahul Bali

Fox News Poll: 30% think recent Trump assassination attempt was staged

Poll reveals deep partisan divide on whether the April 25 assassination attempt against President Trump was real, with 30% of voters calling it staged.

Trump's new $1.776B 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is a wild ride | About That

The Trump administration set up a roughly $1.8 billion US fund to support Americans facing domestic political persecution — but there are questions about accountability and who may benefit most from the cash. Andrew Chang explains how the 'anti-weaponization' fund originates with U.S. President Donald Trump's own lawsuit, and the concerns about a conflict of interest. (Photo credits: The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock and Getty Images)

U.S. crude oil falls below $100 per barrel after Trump says Iran talks in final stages

Trump told reporters that the administration was in the "final stages" of negotiations with Iran, according to a pool report.

Police sue to block Jan 6 rioters from payouts via Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'

Two police officers who defended the US Capitol from a pro-Trump mob on January 6, 2021, filed suit Wednesday to block those who took part in the violence from receiving payouts from a new fund totaling nearly $1.8 billion. The fund, destined for  Trump allies claiming political prosecution, was created this week in exchange for President Donald Trump dropping his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS.

By FRANCE 24

Trump’s face should be left off new passports, Dems say in letter to Marco Rubio

The president and his supporters have shown a zeal for plastering Trump’s face across official documents and Washington landmarks

By Josh Marcus

Republicans Considering Legislation ‘To Kill’ Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Congressman Says - Forbes

Republicans Considering Legislation ‘To Kill’ Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Congressman Says  Forbes

Ballroom won’t be funded after Senate GOP drops $1 billion Trump security request

Donald Trump warns Iran of ‘nasty’ US action as negotiations enter 'final stages'

President Trump announced the US is in the "final stages" of Iran negotiations, warning of "nasty" actions if a deal isn't reached. He contrasted current US military engagements with past prolonged conflicts, highlighting reduced casualties. Trump also expressed strong support for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, even joking about running for the position himself.

By TOI WORLD DESK

Who is Elizabeth Macdonough? 5 things to know on Senate Parliamentarian amid Trump ballroom row

Trump attacked Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough after she blocked parts of a $72B GOP border funding package. Take a look at her life and career.

Police officers who guarded US Capitol sue to block Trump’s $2.3b ‘slush fund’ - The Straits Times

Police officers who guarded US Capitol sue to block Trump’s $2.3b ‘slush fund’  The Straits Times

‘Do we finish it up or will they sign document’: Trump’s fresh Iran threat

The US pharma deal is a crime against UK healthcare 

The government prioritised Trump and pharma over patients and the NHS. Now we’re taking them to court

By Nick Dearden

US, Iran making progress in talks, though military option remains on the table, sources tell 'Post'

Israeli officials stressed that despite ongoing diplomatic contacts, the military option “remains on the table” for US President Trump.

Trump Says Iran Talks In "Final Stages"

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that talks with Tehran were "on the borderline" between a deal to end the Middle East war and a resumption of strikes on Iran.

Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told US President Donald Trump in a call on Wednesday he welcomed the extension of a ceasefire between the US and Iran, adding he believed contested issues between the sides could be resolved, according to the Turkish presidency. NATO member Turkey, which neighbours Iran, has been in close contact with Washington, […]

It’s the Corruption, Stupid

Donald Trump is treating the presidency as a personal ATM, enriching himself by billions while Americans struggle to make ends meet. It may be his undoing

By Ryan Bort

Gold turns higher as Trump says U.S.-Iran war in 'final stages'

Trump Order Increases Scrutiny Of Illegal Immigrants' Banking Activity

Trump Order Increases Scrutiny Of Illegal Immigrants' Banking Activity Authored by Aldgra Fredly via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on May 19 directing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to provide banks with an advisory on financial risks posed by individuals living in the country illegally. In his order, Trump urged banks to pay attention to credit risks posed by offering mortgage loans, car loans, credit cards, and other consumer credit pro...

By Tyler Durden

PlayStation Gamers Blame Trump For Recent Console & PS Plus Price Hikes

PlayStation gamers have faced significant price increases in recent months, and players are pointing to Trump's trade policies as a root cause.

By Nicholas Becher

Trump says Iran talks could lead to deal or fresh strikes

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that talks with Tehran were "on the borderline" between a deal to end the Middle East war and a resumption of strikes on Iran. The post Trump says Iran talks could lead to deal or fresh strikes appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘slush fund’

Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol from rioters on January 6, 2021, filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking to ​halt President Donald Trump's nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate victims of ‌political "weaponisation."

By Abubakar Ibrahim