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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump suspends new Russia sanctions following deal to purchase diesel, citing ‘national interests’
A report says Trump suspended new sanctions passed by Congress against Russia following a diesel purchase deal, citing “national interests.”
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
In photos: China's Xi hardens Taiwan warning as country celebrates week-long National Day holiday
Photos from Beijing as China begins its seven-day National Day holiday after Xi Jinping sharpened Beijing's warning on Taiwan.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump agrees to new bipartisan ethics provision in massive crypto bill, Republican senators say
Republican senators say Trump agreed to tougher ethics rules in a sweeping crypto bill, aiming to build cross-party support ahead of a key vote.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran war largely ignored at the Republican midterm convention
At the U.S. GOP midterm convention, leaders largely avoided Iran war specifics, favoring domestic themes as Trump and officials offered brief mentions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance positions himself as a fighter for family values and a ‘national birthright’
In Dallas, Vice President JD Vance highlighted his young family to frame a values-first agenda and link personal biography to social policy aims.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. John Fetterman makes a surprise cameo praising Republicans at the GOP convention
Democrat Sen. John Fetterman lauds Trump and Sen. McCormick in a surprise RNC cameo, elevating debate over the U.S. Steel–Nippon Steel proposal.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chinese national in blue state charged with illegally voting in federal election under another man's name: DOJ
Yupeng Sun is accused of using another man’s identity to register and vote in the 2024 federal election. Charges were announced in Washington, D.C.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's 4th of July fireworks display on National Mall confirmed as largest in history
Washington, D.C. confirms Trump’s Freedom 250 show set a world record with 840,537 fireworks, highlighting scale, logistics, and public debate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Marsha Blackburn Wins Tennessee Republican Gubernatorial Nomination
AP and Decision Desk call Blackburn the Republican nominee, reshaping Tennessee’s race and unifying party support ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump-backed Ty Masterson wins Republican nomination for Kansas governor
NBC projects Trump-backed Kansas Senate president Ty Masterson as the GOP nominee, setting up a competitive gubernatorial race this fall.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Maine Dems Declare Troy Jackson Winner of Convention for Sen. Primary
Party declaration advances Jackson as Democratic standard-bearer for Maine’s U.S. Senate primary, boosting support ahead of filings and debates.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump takes in Jennifer Hudson's incredible national anthem performance before World Cup final
Donald Trump observed Jennifer Hudson’s praised anthem before Spain-Argentina World Cup final in Madrid, highlighting soft-power and sports diplomacy.
- 8 min
- Spain
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state
Gov. Tim Walz activates Guard to support firefighting with helicopters, manpower, and logistics as smoke, evacuations, and shifting winds challenge crews.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Republican Party to host historic midterm convention in Dallas, Trump announces on Truth Social
Trump says the GOP will host a first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, a two-day summit to spotlight candidates, fundraising, and 2026 messaging.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
MORNING GLORY: Senator Susan Collins and the nation’s national defense
At 9 a.m. in Washington, Sen. Susan Collins tests a reconciliation path to advance defense funding as Democrats warn of a pre‑midterm shutdown.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Moves to Expand Weapons Manufacturing, Strengthen National Defense
U.S. to accelerate weapons manufacturing and defense supply chains as Tehran tensions rise; funding, oversight, exports, and markets in focus.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump nominates US Attorney Jay Clayton to be director of national intelligence
Former SEC chair and SDNY U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton tapped for DNI, prompting Senate scrutiny over qualifications, oversight, and leadership continuity.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal authorities investigate giant ‘8647’ markings on National Mall
Authorities in Washington investigate large ‘8647’ numerals on the National Mall amid debate over protected speech and security concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate begins voting on Republican bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol amid GOP split on Trump’s $1.8B fund
U.S. Senate opens votes on GOP bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol as Republicans split over Trump-backed $1.8B fund, shaping tactics and timelines.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service
White House pulls hospitality executive’s nomination to lead the National Park Service, keeping acting leadership in place amid policy uncertainty.
- 6 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's EPA is paving the way for haze to return to national parks, conservationists warn
Conservationists warn revised EPA guidance could weaken haze rules, reduce park visibility, and spur legal challenges across the United States.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Trump is wrong to call dissenting Republican justices an 'embarrassment' for voting against his tariffs
President Trump sounded off on the Supreme Court justices following a tariff ruling that struck a major blow to his agenda. Here's where he's going wrong.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Diving into what Republican voters think about U.S. elections
President Trump is urging Republicans to
- 8 min
- United States