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Republicans eye legislative action to dismantle $1.8B Anti-Weaponization Fund

Republicans in Congress are preparing for legislative action to end or at least place guardrails around the $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund.

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump’s emerging proposal to end the war

President Donald Trump's emerging deal to end the Iran war is drawing heavy criticism from some fellow Republicans who favor a harder line against the government in Tehran and fear a lost opportunity to finally rein in a longtime Mideast nemesis.

Rubio calls GOP criticisms of Iran-Trump emerging deal ‘absurd’

Secretary of State Marco Rubio shot back at Republican criticism of a possible deal with Iran as “absurd,” adding that “our preference is to address this through a diplomatic means.” “The idea that somehow this president, given everything he’s already proven he’s willing to do, is going to somehow agree to a deal that ultimately...

Ebola response hobbled by US withdrawal from global health

The Ebola outbreak spreading throughout Central Africa is the first major outbreak since the Trump administration demolished its global health programs and largely withdrew from the world stage last year.  Experts say the absence is palpable. While the U.S. is sending resources and teams of experts overseas, public health and infectious disease experts say President...

Trump says Iran deal will be ‘good and proper’ if one is made

President Trump said Sunday that if his administration reaches a deal with Iran, it will be a “good and proper one,” as the two sides reportedly near an agreement to end hostilities.  “If I make a deal with Iran, it will be a good and proper one, not like the one made by Obama, which...

Republicans are rushing to redraw districts before midterms. Here’s where things stand

Republicans are rushing to redraw congressional districts to their advantage ahead of the midterm elections following a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that weakened minority protections under the federal Voting Rights Act.

Maryland Democratic leaders hint toward special redistricting session

Democratic-controlled Maryland could be jumping into the national redistricting surge, state Senate President Bill Ferguson said Friday.

Giants teammates split as Jaxson Dart introduces Trump at New York rally

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart made a surprise appearance Friday to introduce President Trump at a campaign rally for Rep. Mike Lawler in Suffern, New York -- and the appearance quickly divided the Giants' locker room.

France bans Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after ‘unspeakable’ flotilla detainee taunts

France on Saturday banned Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, citing his "unspeakable" behavior targeting activists from a flotilla to Gaza who were detained by his police force.

Tens of thousands rally in Serbia against authoritarian President Vucic

Tens of thousands of people joined a rally on Saturday called by Serbia 's protesting university students despite efforts by the government of authoritarian President Aleksandar Vucic to curb mass demonstrations that shook his hard-line rule last year.

Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’ as 84-day war nears possible end

President Donald Trump announced progress toward a deal with Iran after talks with regional leaders, saying final details will be announced shortly.

RFK Jr announces ‘largest autism fraud bust in American history’ with $46.6M Medicaid scheme indictment

DOJ indicts two in alleged $46.6 million Minnesota Medicaid autism fraud scheme that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls the largest autism fraud bust in U.S. history.

EXCLUSIVE — U.S., Iran to announce peace deal within 24 hours

EXCLUSIVE: The U.S. and Iran are expected to announce the finalization of a peace deal to end the fighting on all fronts by Sunday afternoon, a source close to the negotiations told The Washington Times.

Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports

The travel industry is on edge after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reiterated his threat to withdraw U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in so-called "sanctuary cities" in a move that could jeopardize international flights.

US Army hits 2026 recruiting goals four months early, Pete Hegseth announces at West Point commencement

The U.S. Army hit its 2026 recruiting goals four months early, marking a second record year in a row, Pete Hegseth revealed at West Point graduation.

EXCLUSIVE: Trump-backed military vet mocked for disability ahead of Memorial Day: ‘Most shameful thing’

Texas congressional primary race sparks veteran outrage after a PAC-funded ad mocks candidate Carlos De La Cruz's 100% military disability rating.

Castro indictment fuels speculation Trump may be reviving Maduro playbook against Cuba

The Trump administration's indictment of Raúl Castro fuels comparisons to the Venezuela pressure campaign involving sanctions and the military.

Sanders-backed gubernatorial hopeful’s past pro-life views clash with current abortion stance

Troy Jackson's abortion stance shifted dramatically from a perfect pro-life voting record to championing expanded access in his Maine governor bid, records indicate.

The D.C. mayor race’s ‘delicate dance’

The D.C. mayor’s race is crowded. Seven Democratic candidates are dueling to succeed Muriel Bowser — a job that will mean sharing custody of...

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