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US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

The U.S. State Department says it will designate Brazil’s two biggest criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations early next month, a move that the South American nation’s government has repeatedly said it will interpret as undue interference in its politics
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US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says

US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says

BRASILIA, May 28 (Reuters) - The United States plans to designate Brazil's two biggest criminal gangs as terrorist organizations, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, opening the door for more aggressive interventions after appeals from the opposition in Brasilia.
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US State Department labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

US State Department labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

The U.S. State Department designated two Brazilian criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations on Thursday, a move that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has repeatedly said he will interpret as interference favoring his rival, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, in October’s presidential elections
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US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say

US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say

By Jonathan Landay, Steve Holland, Gram Slattery and Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON, May 28 (Reuters) - The U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire for 60 days, but U.S.
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Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking

Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking

By Sofia Menchu GUATEMALA CITY, May 28 (Reuters) - Guatemala has requested U.S. military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training, and experts to assist Guatemalan operations against drug trafficking, President Bernardo Arevalo said on Thursday.
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California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says

California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says

By Jasper Ward May 27 (Reuters) - California will impose a 100% tax on payments distributed under the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion fund for victims of alleged political "weaponization," the state's Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Wednesday. 
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Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro leans into Trump connection as scandal shakes his presidential bid

Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro leans into Trump connection as scandal shakes his presidential bid

Brazilian Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro is in Washington, leaning on his family's connection with former U.S. President Donald Trump
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Flávio Bolsonaro Leverages Trump Connection Amid Scandal in Presidential Campaign

Flávio Bolsonaro Leverages Trump Connection Amid Scandal in Presidential Campaign

Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, is attempting to bolster his presidential campaign by emphasizing his family's connection with U.S. President Trump. This move comes as Bolsonaro faces scrutiny over a financial scandal involving a $12 million payment from Daniel Vorcaro, a disgraced banker accused of defrauding customers. The funds were reportedly intended for a film about Jair Bolsonaro's life. Flávio Bolsonaro, who is under investigation, denies any wrongdoing. During a visit to Washington, he met with President Trump, although the meeting was not on Trump's public schedule. Bolsonaro's campaign is under pressure as he seeks to form alliances and secure a running mate, crucial for gaining resources and media exposure.
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Iran could open Strait of Hormuz within a month if terms agreed, state TV says

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz within a month if terms agreed, state TV says

By Elwely Elwelly and Jana Choukeir May 27 (Reuters) - Tehran would restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war levels within a month in a framework deal with the U.S. to also include withdrawing U.S. forces from Iran's vicinity, Iranian state television reported on Wednesday.
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Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists

By Courtney Rozen WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday proposed asking federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements with the goal of preventing them from sharing confidential information with journalists. 
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Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans

By Ted Hesson WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump increased the refugee admissions ceiling by 10,000 for this year to allow more white South Africans to come into the country, a signed presidential determination reviewed by Reuters showed.
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Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran

WASHINGTON, May 27 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he was not yet satisfied on a deal with Iran, adding that the U.S. was not discussing easing sanctions on the country.