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Netanyahu will not be arrested in US, Trump says, as New York mayor mulls options

Netanyahu will not be arrested in US, Trump says, as New York mayor mulls options

By Doina Chiacu July 20 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested when he visits the U.S., after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he was still considering the move.

Randy Fine Withdraws Threat Against Trump Adviser, Resolving GOP Tensions

Randy Fine Withdraws Threat Against Trump Adviser, Resolving GOP Tensions

Republican Florida Representative Randy Fine has retracted his threat to obstruct President Trump's legislative agenda unless White House adviser Alex Bruesewitz was dismissed. This decision concludes a standoff that highlighted internal GOP tensions over Israel. Fine and Bruesewitz had a 15-minute conversation where they agreed to disagree on certain issues, particularly foreign policy. Fine had previously threatened to vote against every House rule until Bruesewitz was removed, complicating House Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to pass legislation. Bruesewitz expressed gratitude for Fine's apology regarding a previous accusation of antisemitism and affirmed his support for Trump's agenda.

Florida House Candidate Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Kill President Trump

Florida House Candidate Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Kill President Trump

William Upham, a 35-year-old former marine and Republican write-in candidate for the U.S. House in Florida, has been arrested and charged in federal court for allegedly threatening to kill President Trump. The U.S. attorney's office announced that Upham was taken into custody after appearing in federal court in Jacksonville, Florida. If convicted, he faces up to five years in federal prison. The Secret Service began investigating Upham after receiving reports of potential threats he made against Trump, which were posted on his social media accounts. In these videos, Upham, wearing his military uniform, called for the overthrow of the Trump administration and provided military instructions on how to do so. He recommended using a semiautomatic rifle and described specific tactics for targeting 'the enemy.'

Trump team scrutinized election agency over 2020 vote before firing its leaders

Trump team scrutinized election agency over 2020 vote before firing its leaders

By Bo Erickson and Erin Banco WASHINGTON, July 17 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's administration spent more than a year scrutinizing the federal agency that oversees U.S. voting systems, questioning its handling of the 2020 presidential election and vetting potential new leaders before he fired

Qatar Engages in Diplomatic Efforts to Release Jewish Prisoners in Iran to Improve U.S. Relations

Qatar Engages in Diplomatic Efforts to Release Jewish Prisoners in Iran to Improve U.S. Relations

Qatar is reportedly working with Iranian officials to secure the release of Jewish prisoners detained in Iran, as part of efforts to improve relations with the United States. According to Israel's public broadcaster KAN News, five Jewish detainees were recently arrested by Iranian authorities on charges related to criticizing the Islamic regime. This development comes amid heightened military tensions between the U.S. and Iran. In addition to Jewish prisoners, Qatar is also involved in efforts to release U.S. citizens detained in Iran. Tehran has a history of releasing foreign prisoners, with a recent case involving an American prisoner detained since 2024. President Trump has publicly thanked Iran for such releases.

Trump, Infantino give World Cup high praise, calling tournament a success

Trump, Infantino give World Cup high praise, calling tournament a success

FIFA President Gianni Infantino deemed the World Cup a success on Friday, saying the tournament achieved its mission of uniting people from all corners of the globe

What to know about the Tate brothers, social media influencers facing rape and trafficking charges

What to know about the Tate brothers, social media influencers facing rape and trafficking charges

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested Saturday in Miami after U.K. prosecutors brought further rape, sex trafficking, and other charges against them

Iran’s supreme leader in a new statement warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US continues attacks

Iran’s supreme leader in a new statement warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US continues attacks

Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, in a new statement warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if U.S. continues attacks

Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans

Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans

The Associated Press has surveyed more than 1,000 Jewish adults in the U.S. to better understand their views on Israel’s military actions in Gaza, their opinions of the political parties and their experiences with prejudice

Soccer-'Great American Sleepover' softens US image abroad, but World Cup charm campaign hit some bumps

Soccer-'Great American Sleepover' softens US image abroad, but World Cup charm campaign hit some bumps

By Amy Tennery NEW YORK, July 20 (Reuters) - A supersized World Cup tournament and its dizzying array of feel-good social media fodder gave the U.S. image a much-needed boost globally, though concerns over high-level interference and visa difficulties for some fans overshadowed the action on the

Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks

Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks

Iran says it has suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as the countries have exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites

Increased ICE Activity Leads to Arrests at Logan Airport

Increased ICE Activity Leads to Arrests at Logan Airport

Two individuals, Maria Rosales and David Ardila, were arrested by ICE at Logan Airport in Boston as part of increased immigration enforcement activities. Rosales, a Florida resident originally from Colombia, was detained while attempting to return home after attending a concert. She has been under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, with her renewal pending since 2023. Ardila, a Seattle-based DJ from Venezuela, was detained for allegedly overstaying his visa while awaiting an asylum decision. Both are currently held in Massachusetts detention facilities, with legal challenges filed to prevent their deportation.