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Democrats question whether Trump and his allies engaged in insider trading on tariffs
By Kate Santaliz, Rob Wile and Rebecca ShabadWASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats are questioning whether President Donald Trump and his allies may have improperly acted on his suggestion Wednesday that it was a “great time to buy” stocks shortly before announcing he was cutting back on some of his new tariffs — a move that made the markets go up.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., said Thursday that Democrats "need to get to the bottom of the possible stock manipulation that is unfolding before the American people, including what if any advanced knowledge did members of the House Republican Conference have of Trump’s decision to pause the reckless tariffs that he put into place?"
"There are several members of Congress who will be aggressively demanding answers and transparency, particularly as it relates to the stock purchase decisions that may have occurred over the last few days," Jeffries told reporters when asked if he believes lawmakers may have done something illegal or violated ethics laws.
Soon after the stock market opened at 9:30 a.m. ET Wednesday, Trump wrote on Truth Social, "THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!! DJT" A few hours later, around 1:30 p.m., he announced that he was lowering the tariff amount on most countries, except China, to a baseline of 10%. ...
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Trump opens window for a deal with Iran but issues warning if things don't work out
President Donald Trump is betting that a beleaguered Iran is so vulnerable following a tumultuous 18 months in the Middle East that it might finally be ready to abandon its nuclear program.
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Analysis: Why Trump wants allies to take on China in a trade war | CNN
Does America need its friends back?
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Potential impact of Trump's trade war on jobs and inflation sends US consumer sentiment plunging
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war has fueled worries about the health of the job market and inflation.
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Judge rules Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil appeared before an immigration judge in Louisiana on Friday who decided he can be deported.
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Now that they've passed a budget plan, the hard part begins for Republicans
Republicans narrowly got their budget plan over the finish line this week. Now comes the hard part. They'll seek to craft a final bill with enough spending cuts to satisfy those on the right while not jeopardizing the reelection prospects of more vulnerable lawmakers whose constituents rely on key s
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Justice Department expands its retribution to American Bar Association
The Trump administration has been targeting individual law firms and is now taking action against the ABA, the largest professional association for lawyers and judges.
www.cbsnews.com
Trump envoy meets Putin in Russia as Trump fumes over stalled Ukraine peace talks
As President Donald Trump demands an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, his envoy Steve Witkoff met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, seeking to revive stalled peace talks.
www.foxnews.com
China hits back at US and will raise tariffs on American goods from 84% to 125%
China’s Commerce Ministry said it was filing another lawsuit with the World Trade Organization against the U.S. tariffs.
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Mangione attorneys ask judge to stop federal prosecutors from seeking death penalty: "A political stunt"
In a new motion, attorneys for Luigi Mangione said the U.S. government "intends to kill Mr. Mangione as a political stunt."
www.cbsnews.com
Trump proclaims himself 'in good shape,' but the results of his physical aren't immediately released
President Donald Trump has summed up his annual physical by saying, “I did well.” He says he believes his doctors would release a report on Sunday.
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Donald Trump authorizes U.S. military to take control of land on southern border
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum Friday giving the U.S. military jurisdiction over federal lands at the southern border.
www.usatoday.com
Trump says he 'got every answer right' during cognitive portion of physical exam
President Donald Trump on Friday underwent his annual physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, marking his first such exam of his second term.
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Why Trump's attempt to pressure Beijing with ever-rising tariffs could backfire
Trump’s approach not only confuses China but it could hinder communication and roll back progress in U.S.-China ties.
www.nbcnews.com
Pennsylvania man charged with threatening Trump, ICE agents, other officials
A Pennsylvania man has been federally charged for threatening to assassinate President Trump and other officials, the Department of Justice said on Friday.
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European countries vow billions in military support for Ukraine as US envoy meets Putin
European countries are vowing to sends billions of dollars in further funding to help Ukraine keep fighting Russia’s invasion.
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US fires Greenland military base chief for 'undermining' JD Vance
The US military said it had lost confidence in Colonel Susannah Meyers' ability to lead.
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Texas Army base chosen to house migrants, defense officials say | CNN Politics
The US Army’s base in El Paso, Texas — Fort Bliss — has been chosen as a site to detain and house potentially thousands of migrants, and contracts have already been signed to start the construction of migrant facilities on the base, three defense officials told CNN.
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Explosion in central Athens after anonymous tip off
There have been no reported injuries as Greece's transport minister condemned the "criminal" attack.
Continue reading...What to know about tensions between Iran and the US before this weekend's talks
Iran and the United States will hold talks in the sultanate of Oman on Saturday in an attempt to jump-start negotiations over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program.
Even before the talks, however, there was a dispute over just how the negotiations would go. President Donald Trump insists they'll be direct negotiations. However, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he'd be speaking indirectly through a mediator to U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff.
The difference may seem small, but it matters. Indirect talks have made no progress since...
Continue reading...Even before the talks, however, there was a dispute over just how the negotiations would go. President Donald Trump insists they'll be direct negotiations. However, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he'd be speaking indirectly through a mediator to U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff.
The difference may seem small, but it matters. Indirect talks have made no progress since...
At least 26 American hostages released since Trump took office
At least 26 Americans held hostage abroad have been freed since President Donald Trump entered the Oval Office in January. Those who gained their freedom include a ballerina, a teacher and a mechanic, among others.
On Jan. 21, 2025, just one day after Trump’s second term began, Ryan Corbett and William McKenty were released from Taliban captivity in Afghanistan. While Corbett and McKenty were freed under Trump, the deal that secured their release was completed by the Biden administration.
Corbett and his family moved to Afghanistan in 2010, where...
Continue reading...On Jan. 21, 2025, just one day after Trump’s second term began, Ryan Corbett and William McKenty were released from Taliban captivity in Afghanistan. While Corbett and McKenty were freed under Trump, the deal that secured their release was completed by the Biden administration.
Corbett and his family moved to Afghanistan in 2010, where...
Longtime House Republican weighs run to flip Dem-held Senate seat in key battleground
Longtime Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga of Michigan says that as soon as Democratic Sen. Gary Peters announced earlier this year that he wouldn't seek re-election in the key Great Lakes battleground state in next year's midterms, "my phone started to ring and it hasn't stopped ringing."
Huizenga, who was first elected to the House in 2010 and represents Michigan's 4th Congressional District, which covers parts of the southwestern part of the state, highlighted that he's getting "encouragement" to seek the Senate from "grassroots folks," as well as...
Continue reading...Huizenga, who was first elected to the House in 2010 and represents Michigan's 4th Congressional District, which covers parts of the southwestern part of the state, highlighted that he's getting "encouragement" to seek the Senate from "grassroots folks," as well as...
Hundreds of flights cancelled in China as strong winds hit capital
State media outlets earlier warned that people weighing less than 50kg may be "easily blown away".
Continue reading...Menendez brothers' bid for freedom can continue, judge rules
The ruling potentially paves the way for an early release for Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are serving life sentences for killing their parents.
Continue reading...Lawmakers reveal whether Americans should pick up the Medicaid tab for illegal immigrants
California has a $6.2 billion budget deficit for Medicaid services, and Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest budget proposal projects the state will spend a staggering $8.4 billion to cover Medi-Cal, the state's version of Medicaid, for illegal immigrants in 2024-2025.
Two new reports by the Bureau of Economic Analysis found the U.S. economy has become increasingly reliant on government handouts. Entitlements are growing faster than tax receipts and wages. Private wages grew by $67 billion in early 2025, while government payments to recipients...
Continue reading...Two new reports by the Bureau of Economic Analysis found the U.S. economy has become increasingly reliant on government handouts. Entitlements are growing faster than tax receipts and wages. Private wages grew by $67 billion in early 2025, while government payments to recipients...
Trump proclaims himself ‘in good shape' after yearly physical
President Donald Trump had an annual physical Friday and concluded, “I did well,” praising his own heart, soul and cognitive ability while noting medical reports from White House doctors may not be ready until the weekend.
The 78-year-old, who in January became the oldest in U.S. history to be sworn in as president, spent nearly five hours at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center undergoing what he called "every test you can imagine.”
“I was there for a long time,” Trump said. “I think I did very well.”
Despite long questioning predecessor...
Continue reading...The 78-year-old, who in January became the oldest in U.S. history to be sworn in as president, spent nearly five hours at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center undergoing what he called "every test you can imagine.”
“I was there for a long time,” Trump said. “I think I did very well.”
Despite long questioning predecessor...
Menendez brothers' bid for freedom can continue, judge rules
The ruling potentially paves the way for an early release for Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are serving life sentences for killing their parents.
Continue reading...Explosion in central Athens after anonymous tip off
There have been no reported injuries as Greece's transport minister condemned the "criminal" attack.
Continue reading...Ukraine allies pledge €21bn in fresh military aid
Europe's defence ministers said they saw no sign of an end to the war.
Continue reading...Coup leader seeks win in first vote since Gabon army takeover
About one million voters are set to pick their next president from a list of eight hopefuls.
Continue reading...US fires Greenland military base chief for 'undermining' Vance
The US military said it had lost confidence in Colonel Susannah Meyers' ability to lead.
Continue reading...Trump feels in ‘good shape,’ after physical, says he got ‘every question right’ on cognitive test
President Trump said on Friday that the first physical examination of his second term went well, and overall he feels he’s in "very good shape."
The president told reporters on board Air Force One while en route to his home in West Palm Beach Friday evening that the yearly presidential physical at Walter Reed Medical Center showed he has a "good heart, a good soul," and "overall, I think I'm in very – I felt I was in very good shape."
He also took a cognitive test.
"I don’t know what to tell you other than I got every answer right," the president...
Continue reading...The president told reporters on board Air Force One while en route to his home in West Palm Beach Friday evening that the yearly presidential physical at Walter Reed Medical Center showed he has a "good heart, a good soul," and "overall, I think I'm in very – I felt I was in very good shape."
He also took a cognitive test.
"I don’t know what to tell you other than I got every answer right," the president...