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Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Bo Erickson and Jason Lange WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - Just one in three Americans support the war on Iran, the lowest reading in a Reuters/Ipsos poll since the five-month-old conflict's early days, with most respondents saying that President Donald Trump has failed to explain his goals.
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The Latest: Trump praises his sweeping tariffs while in Michigan for a speech on the economy

The Latest: Trump praises his sweeping tariffs while in Michigan for a speech on the economy

A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that halted President Donald Trump’s executive order to create a federal list of eligible voters and limit delivery of mail ballots only to people on that list
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Trump defends his sweeping tariffs and watches 'America First' drag races during Michigan stop

Trump defends his sweeping tariffs and watches 'America First' drag races during Michigan stop

President Donald Trump says his economic policies have revived the auto industry and American manufacturing
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Katy Perry Slams Trump Administration for Using Song ‘Firework’ in Military Strikes Video: ‘I Absolutely Do Not Condone It’

Katy Perry Slams Trump Administration for Using Song ‘Firework’ in Military Strikes Video: ‘I Absolutely Do Not Condone It’

Katy Perry has blasted the White House for using her 2010 hit song “Firework” in a TikTok post depicting footage of military strikes. The video, posted to the official White House TikTok account on Thursday, times the song’s lyrics — “boom, boom, boom” — to clips of bomb explosions with the caption “Iran has been warned.” […]
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Zelenskyy will visit Trump at the White House before Sen. Graham's funeral

Zelenskyy will visit Trump at the White House before Sen. Graham's funeral

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are set to meet at the White House ahead of Sen. Lindsey Graham's funeral
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Biden drops lawsuit over release of audio from memoir interviews

Biden drops lawsuit over release of audio from memoir interviews

Former President Joe Biden dropped his lawsuit that sought to block the release of recordings from interviews with his memoir ghostwriter.
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Trump Administration's Election Rule Changes Face Legal and Political Pushback

Trump Administration's Election Rule Changes Face Legal and Political Pushback

The Trump administration is actively pursuing changes to state election rules, a move that has sparked significant legal and political resistance. The administration's efforts are driven by President Trump's claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, which he lost to Joe Biden. These claims have been widely debunked, yet they continue to fuel attempts to alter voting procedures, including reducing mail-in voting and demanding unredacted voter lists from states. The Department of Justice has been involved in these efforts, threatening state officials with legal action if they do not comply. This has led to a series of legal challenges, with courts often ruling against the administration's demands. Critics argue that these actions are intended to undermine confidence in the electoral process and potentially challenge election results unfavorable to Republicans.
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President Trump Solicits Ukrainian President for Information on Joe Biden, Military Aid Put on Hold

President Trump Solicits Ukrainian President for Information on Joe Biden, Military Aid Put on Hold

In 2019, President Donald Trump engaged in a second phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During this conversation, President Trump requested Zelenskyy's assistance in gathering potentially damaging information about former Vice President Joe Biden. This request was part of a broader context involving U.S. foreign policy and military aid to Ukraine. On the same day as the call, a staff member at the White House Office of Management and Budget signed a document that officially put military aid for Ukraine on hold. This development was significant as it linked U.S. military support to Ukraine with political investigations, raising questions about the intersection of foreign policy and domestic political interests.
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White House Defends President Trump Amid Alan Ritchson's Epstein Comments

White House Defends President Trump Amid Alan Ritchson's Epstein Comments

The White House has issued a statement defending President Trump following comments made by actor Alan Ritchson regarding Trump's alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Ritchson, known for his role in 'Reacher,' criticized the president on a podcast, urging for the release of Epstein-related documents and questioning Trump's exoneration claims. In response, White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson reiterated that President Trump has been 'totally exonerated' in the Epstein case. Jackson highlighted Trump's cooperation with the House Oversight Committee and his signing of the Epstein Files Transparency Act as evidence of his commitment to justice for Epstein's victims. Despite these claims, no court has officially ruled on Trump's exoneration, and the Department of Justice has released documents containing unproven allegations against him.
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Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral Nominated to Lead U.S. Army in Europe and Africa

Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral Nominated to Lead U.S. Army in Europe and Africa

Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral has been nominated by President Trump to lead the U.S. Army in Europe and Africa, replacing Gen. Christopher Donahue. Admiral, currently the head of the III Armored Corps and Fort Hood in Texas, awaits Senate confirmation. His nomination comes amid a period of strategic adjustments within the U.S. military, including a reduction in the number of senior officers. Admiral's extensive experience includes deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Europe, and he has been recognized with several military honors.
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Pentagon Nominates Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral to Lead Army Europe and Africa

Pentagon Nominates Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral to Lead Army Europe and Africa

The Pentagon has nominated Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral to replace Gen. Christopher Donahue as the head of U.S. Army Europe and Africa. Admiral, currently commanding the III Armored Corps and Fort Hood, is set to take over amidst ongoing tensions in Europe. His nomination by President Trump requires Senate confirmation. Admiral's extensive military experience includes deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Europe, and he has been recognized with several military honors.
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Trump Administration Implements New Tariffs Amid Supreme Court Ruling

Trump Administration Implements New Tariffs Amid Supreme Court Ruling

The Trump administration has introduced a new set of tariffs to replace those previously invalidated by the Supreme Court. These tariffs, which took effect as a prior round expired, are aimed at addressing forced labor issues and will apply to 59 countries and the European Union. The tariffs, set at 10% for countries with bans on forced labor and 12.5% for those without, are part of a broader strategy under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. This move follows investigations into manufacturing practices and is distinct from the global levies previously struck down.