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Trump Names New Acting National Intelligence Director
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down on June 30.
USTR Proposes 25 Percent Tariff on Brazil Imports Due to Unfair Trade Practices
The USTR also said the U.S. government would continue to ‘engage intensively’ with Brazil to address its concerns.
State Department Issues Travel Advisory for Mexico
According to the Human Rights Watch’s World Report 2025, there are ‘extremely high rates’ of violent crime in Mexico.
UK Releases More Files on Epstein-Linked Former US Ambassador Peter Mandelson
Mandelson’s private exchanges reveal criticism of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government but questions remain over why Mandelson failed security vetting.
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International Flight Processing at Newark Airport Will Continue: Mullin
He previously said he could pull customs agents from the airport, which could lead to impacts on processing international flights and cargo.
Young, Eager Minds Versus Old, Complicated Words
An eighth grader from California claimed the $50,000 National Spelling Bee top prize by spelling 32 words in 90 seconds.
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5 Cruise Ship Passengers Leave Nebraska Facility to Complete Hantavirus Quarantine at Home
They will be monitored 24/7 by state and local law enforcement and health officials for another 3 weeks and are not allowed to leave their homes.
US Backs Japan’s Defense Buildup, Agrees to Expanded Missile Cooperation
The two countries also pledged to enhance flexible air deployment operations and continue strengthening force posture arrangements.
Hiker Finds Body of Missing Nuclear Facility Worker in New Mexico Forest
Melissa Casias’s remains were discovered in the Carson National Forest, along with a handgun, nearly a year after her disappearance.
Trump Signs Proclamation to Adjust Tariffs on Aluminum, Steel, and Copper Imports
The tariff rate on agricultural equipment will be lowered to 15 percent.
Appeals Court Rules Government Can’t Kick Out Servicemembers With Gender Dysphoria
In a 2–1 vote, the judges ruled the government could not remove such individuals but also said the government can forbid them from joining the military.
US Coast Guard Eliminates Race-Based Enlistment Preferences
The update is applicable to a Coast Guard program that only accepted students from minority-serving institutions.
Lawsuit Alleges Inhumane Conditions at ICE Tent Camp
Civil rights organizations file a federal lawsuit accusing ICE of abusing detainees at Camp East Montana in El Paso, Texas.
New Jersey Governor: Outside Agitators Are Fueling ICE Protest Violence
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill said out-of-state protesters are creating problems at an ICE detention facility.
US Commander Meets With Cuban Military Leaders During Guantanamo Bay Visit
Trump has been steadily raising pressure on Havana in recent months and has hinted at a military action against the communist-led state.
FBI Arrests Man Who Threatened to Kill ICE Officer, Family Members
ICE officers are facing an 8,000 percent increase in death threats, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
US Airlines Enter New Competitive Phase: What It Means for Consumers
Carriers are increasingly competing on product rather than price, aviation industry insider William Swelbar said.
Treasury Blacklists Iranian for Stealing Military-Grade Technology for Tehran
Ali Majd Sepehr allegedly defrauded dozens of U.S. IT vendors of millions of dollars’ worth of restricted goods.
RFK Jr. Announces New Plan to Reduce Lyme Disease by 25 Percent
About 476,000 Americans are diagnosed with Lyme each year.
Vance Says US–Iran Deal ‘Very Close’ but No Guarantee of Final Agreement
A tentative 60-day ceasefire framework awaits Trump’s approval, with Vance saying more progress needs to be made on some details before a deal can be clinched.
