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US Sanctions China-Based Oil Terminal, Ship Managers Amid Iran Sanctions Regime
The move is directed at a Chinese terminal operator responsible for importing tens of millions of barrels of Iranian crude.
Trump Highlights Senior Tax Relief, Drug Price Cuts at Florida Rally
The president spoke to an audience of thousands in the world’s largest community of senior citizens.
Trump Expands Sanctions on Cuban Regime
The president’s order imposes new restrictions and targets anyone complicit in human rights violations.
Alaska Governor Vetoes Election Reform Bill Due to ‘Significant Operational Burdens’
The legislature will have an opportunity to overturn the veto.
Judge Blocks Enforcement of Colorado’s New AI Law
The law was slated to go into effect on June 30.
Ford Recalls Nearly 180,000 Broncos, Rangers, Says Front Seat Bolts Could Be Loose
As of April 10, Ford said it had received 60 warranty claims and one field report related to the issue, with no injuries or accidents reported.
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US Treasury Warns Ships Not to Pay Strait of Hormuz Tolls to Iran
The U.S. government warned on Friday that even charities are not exempt.
DOJ Sues New Jersey Over In-State Tuition, Aid for Illegal Aliens
It’s part of a series of actions by the Trump administration aiming to prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining taxpayer benefits or preferential treatment.
Pakistani National Pleads Guilty to Running International Human Smuggling Operation
Abbas Ali Haider faces up to 10 years in federal prison for taking $40,000 each from Pakistani people to help them illegally cross the U.S. southern border.
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Cigna to Exit Obamacare in 2027 Amid Rising Costs
As of March 31, the company’s individual exchange business had 369,000 members in individual and family plans.
Senators Warn of China’s Expanding Role in Undersea Sabotage
‘The Chinese military has conducted research into cable‑cutting technologies,’ said Sen. Jim Risch.
DOJ Seeks Nationwide Enforcement of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Voting Rights Act
The Supreme Court on April 29 struck down a map creating a second black-majority congressional district in Louisiana.
Trump Says Agent Shot at Correspondents’ Dinner Was Not Hit by Friendly Fire
The federal agent was injured during an alleged assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington.
Trump Signs DHS Funding Bill, Ending Shutdown
The department had been partially shuttered for 76 days, resulting in long Transportation Security Administration lines at airports nationwide.
Senate Passes Rule Banning Members From Trading on Prediction Markets
The rule, which received unanimous approval, was designed to stop lawmakers and their staffers from insider trading.
DC Shooting Suspect Cole Allen Drops Bid for Release From Prison
Allen’s attorneys said he will no longer oppose his detention, for now.
US Charges Mexican Governor, Officials for Allegedly Aiding Sinaloa Cartel
They are alleged to have taken part in a conspiracy to export “massive amounts” of cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and fentanyl into the United States.
Trump Says He Discussed Ukraine Ceasefire With Putin
The leaders discussed a temporary truce to mark the May 9 anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe.
Texas Attorney General Sues Houston-Area Center Accused of ‘Birth Tourism’ Scheme
Texas has sued a China-linked operation the Attorney General’s office said has claimed responsibility for ‘1,000+ American-born babies.’
Jerome Powell to Remain on Fed Board After His Term as Chair Ends
Despite planning to retire, Powell believes he has ‘no choice’ but stay in his seat on the Board of Governors.
Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
After eight years at the helm of the Federal Reserve, a change of guard is set for May.