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What’s on the Table for the Trump–Xi Meeting?
Chinese negotiators said the U.S. position had been ’tough.’
Judge Rules Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect Can Wear Civilian Clothes in Pretrial Hearings
The suspect, Tyler Robinson, must still wear restraints, the judge also ruled.
California Political Adviser Pleads Guilty to Being Foreign Agent of China
‘Mike’ Sun, who worked for a city councilwoman, operated a pro-CCP website and sought funds from Beijing to organize a pro-China demonstration.
Japanese Emperor Hosts Trump at Imperial Palace
The president is visiting Japan on his first tour of Asia since reclaiming the White House.
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Kremlin Says Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile Test Should Not Strain US–Russia Ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman said that nothing about the missile test could worsen relations, as they are ‘already at a minimum.’
‘Showing Up in Droves’—Gen Z Trades Graduation Caps for Hard Hats
The share of Generation Z workers in the construction labor force more than doubled between 2019 and 2023, according to a recent report.
Transportation Secretary to Pull $160 Million From California Over Noncitizen Truck Licenses
‘We also have the option of pulling California’s ability to issue commercial driver’s licenses,’ Sean Duffy said.
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Federal Workers Union Calls on Democrats to Support GOP Bill and End Shutdown
The union is the first major Democratic-aligned group to demand that Democrats support the GOP’s proposal of a ‘clean continuing resolution.’
Novartis to Buy Avidity Biosciences for $12 Billion to Expand RNA-Based Drug Pipeline
The Swiss drugmaker said the deal would strengthen its neuroscience business with late-stage RNA therapies for rare muscle diseases.
Union Members Reject Latest Contract Offer From Boeing After Nearly 3 Months on Strike
Boeing said it was disappointed by the outcome of the union vote, noting that the proposals were rejected by a narrow margin.
America In Photos: Coast Guard Defends Base in California, State and Local Elections, and Museum Sleepover
Notable moments from the past week in America.
Task Forces Launched to Eliminate Violent Crime by Foreign Gangs, Cartels
Targeted groups will include those recently designated as foreign terrorist organizations by the federal government.
Over 2 Million Pounds of Beef Jerky Products Sold in Costco, Sam’s Club Under Recall
The product withdrawal was categorized as a ‘High-Class I’ recall, the highest of the three recall classifications.
Trump Says He’ll Talk to Xi About Taiwan and Imprisoned Activist Jimmy Lai
On his way to Asia for a week-long regional trip, Trump gave a sweeping list of issues he hopes to raise with the Chinese leader.
Major White House Renovations Through the Years
From the West Wing to a bowling alley, here’s how the building changed.
Emergency Funds Can’t Be Used to Keep Food Stamps Flowing: USDA
The agency has billions in contingency funds.
US Sending Carrier Strike Group to Latin America, Pentagon Says
The decision comes as the United States has struck at least 10 known drug-smuggling vessels in the region.
New York AG Letitia James Pleads Not Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Charges
James faces up to 30 years in prison and $1 million in fines for each count.
Trump Approves Disaster Declarations in Alaska, Nebraska, North Dakota
The approvals open the door to FEMA assistance, while the denials leave flood-hit states without federal recovery funds.
5 Key Dates to Watch as Shutdown Drags On
Democrats and Republicans each blame the other party for the pain felt by voters because of the ongoing standoff in Congress.
