Prince William told actor Eugene Levy in an Apple TV+ interview that he plans to bring measured change to the monarchy when he becomes king, balancing tradition with relevance. Speaking candidly at Windsor Castle, he discussed family pressures, media scrutiny, and raising his children with openness, emphasizing support and resilience. William reflected on his upbringing, the importance of questioning outdated practices, and his desire to … Continue reading I’ll change the monarchy when I’m king, says Prince William

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that supplying long-range missiles, such as U.S. Tomahawks, to Ukraine would seriously harm Moscow-Washington relations but would not alter the battlefield, where he claims Russian forces are steadily advancing. Speaking at a forum in Sochi, Putin said Russian air defenses would quickly adapt and dismissed criticism of Russia’s military, arguing it is facing all of NATO backing Ukraine. He also … Continue reading Putin warns supplies of US long-range missiles to Ukraine will badly hurt ties

Senators from both parties pressed the Pentagon’s top lawyer, Earl Matthews, in a classified briefing to better explain the legal basis for U.S. military strikes on alleged Latin American drug boats. Matthews cited President Trump’s designation of some cartels as foreign terrorist organizations to justify unilateral action but declined to provide a written rationale. Lawmakers, including Sen. Tim Kaine and Sen. Jack Reed, expressed concern … Continue reading Lawmakers From Both Sides Pressed Pentagon on Legal Basis for Drug Boat Strikes

California Gov. Gavin Newsom warned he would strip billions in state funding from any California university that signs onto President Trump’s new “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education,” which ties federal dollars to compliance with administration rules on admissions, hiring, free speech, teaching, and use of endowments. Newsom vowed to cut off Cal Grants and other aid if schools “surrender academic freedom.” The compact … Continue reading Gov. Newsom threatens to withhold billions from California colleges that sign Trump’s ‘compact’

President Donald Trump said Thursday he is working with budget director Russell Vought to identify “Democrat” agencies for potential cuts after Congress failed to pass a funding bill, triggering a partial government shutdown. Trump framed the standoff as an opportunity to target what he called “political scams,” hinting at possible layoffs and permanent reductions, Fox News has reported. He argued Democrats forced the shutdown to … Continue reading Trump sees ‘unprecedented opportunity’ to cut government during shutdown

President Donald Trump has declared U.S. drug cartels to be “unlawful combatants,” asserting that the United States is in an “armed conflict” with them, according to an administration memo obtained by the Associated Press. The memo, tied to recent U.S. strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean, marks a sweeping use of presidential war powers by framing drug trafficking as armed conflict under the law … Continue reading Trump says US is in ‘armed conflict’ with drug cartels after ordering strikes in the Caribbean

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller visited Memphis Wednesday to rally a federal law enforcement task force operating there under President Trump’s crime-fighting plan. The officials met with Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and addressed federal, state, and local officers as well as National Guard members, emphasizing support and promising a surge in safety and … Continue reading Bondi and Hegseth rally federal agents and troops in Memphis as part of crime task force

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said the Senate may stay in session through the weekend if Democrats continue blocking a House-passed bill to fund the government through Nov. 21, which has already failed twice in the Senate. Democrats are demanding negotiations on extending health care premium subsidies before reopening federal agencies. The Senate will vote again Wednesday on advancing the House bill, but the … Continue reading Thune says Senate will work over weekend if Democrats don’t reopen government

EU leaders are considering using frozen Russian assets to fund long-term financial and military support for Ukraine, covering part of the estimated €130 billion ($153 billion) Ukraine will need for 2026–2027. The European Commission is proposing a “reparation loan” backed by these assets, though not all EU members have agreed. Russia has condemned the plan as “theft,” while Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed … Continue reading EU leaders consider using seized Russian assets to fund a loan to Ukraine

Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal for a “drone wall” to protect Europe from Russia faces skepticism from France and Germany. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need for advanced warning systems, long-range strike capabilities, and air defense rather than a physical drone barrier, while German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said drone defense is important but “not by a drone wall.” The debate highlights geographic divisions … Continue reading Macron doesn’t love the EU’s drone wall idea

FBI Director Kash Patel announced the bureau is severing ties with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), ending a partnership forged under former FBI chief James Comey. Patel accused Comey of politicizing the FBI by embedding agents with the ADL and treating the group like a counterterrorism partner, calling it “activism dressed up as law enforcement.” The ADL responded by expressing “deep respect” for the FBI and … Continue reading Patel cuts ties Comey’s FBI made with ADL as organization faces backlash for TPUSA criticism

Trump’s budget director Russell Vought announced that $18 billion in New York City infrastructure funding — including the Hudson Tunnel and Second Avenue Subway projects — is being put on hold to review contracts the administration claims were awarded under unconstitutional DEI principles. The move coincided with the first day of the federal government shutdown, which also furloughed Transportation Department staff overseeing the projects. Vought … Continue reading White House freezes $18 billion in New York City infrastructure funding

The federal government shut down Wednesday after Democrats refused to drop demands to preserve health care subsidies, clashing with President Trump and Republicans who dismissed the issue. The White House warned of mass layoffs beyond the usual furloughs, with 750,000 federal workers affected and many offices closing, as Trump pushes ahead with his agenda while cutting Democratic programs. No new negotiations are planned after failed … Continue reading Government shutdown takes hold with mass layoffs looming and no end in sight

President Donald Trump announced a new plan to lower drug costs, including a deal with Pfizer and the launch of a “TrumpRx” website where Americans can buy medicines at discounted prices starting in 2026. Pfizer agreed to sell many drugs at roughly 50% off, set new drug prices at “Most Favored Nation” levels — matching the lowest prices in peer countries — and expand U.S. … Continue reading Trump announces ‘TrumpRx’ site for discounted drugs and deal with Pfizer to lower prices

President Donald Trump announced that his administration had reached a tentative $500m settlement with Harvard University after accusing it of civil rights violations against Jewish and Israeli students. Trump said the deal, still not finalized, would also involve Harvard operating trade schools focused on AI and other fields. The announcement follows a federal judge’s ruling that the administration unlawfully cut $2.2bn in research funding to … Continue reading Trump says $500m deal reached with Harvard to settle dispute

The Senate has rejected a Republican funding bill, putting the U.S. government on track for its first shutdown in nearly seven years. The measure failed 55–45, short of the 60 votes needed, after Democrats demanded an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits. Senate Majority Leader John Thune accused Democrats of forcing a shutdown, while Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Republicans were refusing to negotiate. … Continue reading Government shuts down after last-ditch vote fails in Senate

The White House released a 20-point plan for ending the war in Gaza, proposing an international “Board of Peace” chaired by President Trump to oversee reconstruction and governance until the Palestinian Authority (PA) meets conditions to assume control. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair is also slated to join the board. The plan calls for Hamas to disarm, renounce governance, and release hostages, with Israel … Continue reading Trump would head Gaza ‘board of peace’ in new postwar plan

President Trump told senior military leaders at Quantico that U.S. forces must help combat “the enemy within,” vowing to use the military and National Guard to police cities like Chicago and San Francisco, fight illegal immigration, and target drug cartels. He praised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s push to roll back diversity measures and enforce strict, gender-neutral combat standards. Trump suggested unsafe cities could serve as … Continue reading Trump Tells Generals the Military Will Be Used to Fight ‘Enemy Within’

President Trump suggested Sunday that the Department of Justice may be investigating former FBI Director Christopher Wray, criticizing his handling of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and labeling his actions “inappropriate.” The comments came three days after former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on charges of making false statements to Congress and obstructing its investigation. Trump repeated claims, that the FBI secretly placed 274 … Continue reading Trump says he “would think” the DOJ is investigating ex-FBI chief Wray

President Trump will meet Monday with the top four congressional leaders to discuss funding the government ahead of a Sept. 30 deadline to avoid a shutdown. House Republicans passed a short-term continuing resolution to fund the government through Nov. 21, but it failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition, where 60 votes are needed to pass. Democrats want to make permanent certain ACA tax … Continue reading Top congressional leaders head to the White House ahead of shutdown deadline

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed a new congressional map Sunday, splitting the Kansas City-area district held by Democrat Emanuel Cleaver II and adding rural Republican-leaning areas. The move, part of a wave of mid-decade redistricting in states like Texas and California, has drawn criticism from Democrats as a partisan power grab. The Republican-controlled legislature passed the map, but it remains vulnerable to a ballot initiative … Continue reading Missouri governor signs new congressional map into law

Sir Keir Starmer condemned Reform UK’s proposal to scrap indefinite leave to remain (ILR) as “racist” and “immoral,” arguing it would target people living legally in the UK and harm communities. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage wants migrants to reapply for visas under stricter rules, while Labour plans only to double the period for ILR from five to ten years. Starmer said supporters of Reform … Continue reading Keir Starmer calls Reform migrant policy ‘racist’ and ‘immoral’

The U.S. and Israel are nearing a potential agreement on President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, with an announcement expected after Trump meets Prime Minister Netanyahu at the White House on Monday. Officials say negotiations have narrowed differences, though Hamas would still need to approve the deal. The White House is pressuring Netanyahu to accept, warning he could be blamed for prolonging the war and worsening … Continue reading Netanyahu inches toward Gaza deal under pressure from Trump

Moldova’s pro-European Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) secured a parliamentary majority in Sunday’s election, winning about 50% of the vote and 55 of 101 seats. The result strengthens President Maia Sandu’s push for EU membership despite alleged Russian interference, cyberattacks, and bomb threats during the vote. Opposition leader Igor Dodon’s pro-Russian bloc came in second with 24%, but rejected the outcome and called for protests. … Continue reading Moldova’s election result bolsters move towards EU and away from Moscow

President Trump is set to meet today with congressional leaders in what could be the final chance to avoid a government shutdown before funding expires Tuesday night. Both parties remain at odds: Democrats want negotiations that include health care subsidies, while Republicans insist on first passing a stopgap funding bill. Senate Democrats face a tough choice—risk angering their base by supporting the GOP bill or … Continue reading Trump, Democrats set for last-ditch talks to avoid shutdown