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Tulsi Gabbard Faces Scrutiny Over Handling of Sensitive Intelligence Report

Tulsi Gabbard Faces Scrutiny Over Handling of Sensitive Intelligence Report

National intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard is under scrutiny for her handling of a sensitive intelligence report involving an intercepted phone call between two foreign intelligence members discussing a person close to President Trump. A whistleblower has alleged that Gabbard prevented the National Security Agency from sharing the report with congressional intelligence committees, opting instead to deliver it directly to the White House chief of staff. The report has been kept confidential for eight months, despite efforts to disclose its details. The situation has stirred significant attention in Washington, with questions arising about the implications of Gabbard's actions and the content of the intercepted communication.
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Voters are worried about the cost of housing. But Trump wants home prices to keep climbing

Voters are worried about the cost of housing. But Trump wants home prices to keep climbing

The White House is trying to show it's lowering the cost of living, but President Donald Trump has said he doesn't want to see the price of homes come down
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White House Plans Meeting for Gaza Board of Peace to Advance Reconstruction Efforts

White House Plans Meeting for Gaza Board of Peace to Advance Reconstruction Efforts

The White House is organizing a meeting with leaders of the Gaza Board of Peace, as reported by Axios. Scheduled for February 19, the meeting aims to raise funds for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip and to implement the second phase of President Trump's Gaza peace deal. The meeting is planned to take place at the Donald Trump Institute of Peace, formerly known as the USIP. The Trump administration is working to gather world leaders for this event, despite previous challenges in securing support from Western allies due to skepticism about the Board of Peace's effectiveness. The meeting's plans are still in the early stages and subject to change. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with President Trump in Washington on February 18, a day before the fundraising event, amid ongoing tensions over the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire.
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Tim Scott Criticizes President Trump's Offensive Repost of Obamas

Tim Scott Criticizes President Trump's Offensive Repost of Obamas

President Trump faced backlash after reposting a video depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama in a derogatory manner. The video, which was shared on Thursday, was widely condemned by Republicans, including Trump ally Tim Scott, who labeled it 'the most racist thing' to emerge from the White House. The repost has since been removed following public outcry. The incident has sparked discussions on racial sensitivity and the responsibilities of public figures in their communications. The NAACP President Derrick Johnson and Republican strategist Melik Abdul have also weighed in on the controversy, highlighting the broader implications of such actions.
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Addresses Potential ICE Presence at Polling Locations

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Addresses Potential ICE Presence at Polling Locations

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has addressed the possibility of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents being present at polling locations during the upcoming midterm elections. This follows comments by Steve Bannon, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, suggesting that ICE would 'surround the polls' to prevent election fraud. Leavitt stated that she had not heard President Trump consider such a measure but could not guarantee that ICE agents would not be near polling sites. The Department of Homeland Security has clarified that ICE is not planning poll-focused operations, although agents could arrest individuals near polling sites if there is a specific, ongoing threat.
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Sean Cooksey to Leave Trump Administration for Private Sector Role

Sean Cooksey to Leave Trump Administration for Private Sector Role

Sean Cooksey, the top lawyer in Vice President JD Vance's office, is set to depart the Trump administration to join BGR Group, a lobbying and public affairs firm. Cooksey played a crucial role in the White House's negotiations to keep TikTok operational in the U.S., leading to a deal that placed the platform under American investor control. His departure marks the end of a year-long tenure where he also contributed to forming the Justice Department's Division for National Fraud Enforcement. Cooksey's move to the private sector follows his involvement in significant policy negotiations, including those related to TikTok and U.S.-U.K. data access discussions.
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Senator Warren presses Trump over DOJ probe of Fed Chair Powell

Senator Warren presses Trump over DOJ probe of Fed Chair Powell

By Ann Saphir and Andrea Shalal Feb 6 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Trump offered to unfreeze funding for NYC tunnel if Dulles airport, train station renamed for him, source says

Trump offered to unfreeze funding for NYC tunnel if Dulles airport, train station renamed for him, source says

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Feb 5 - U.S.
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Japan's first female prime minister counts on her popularity to help her party win Sunday's election

Japan's first female prime minister counts on her popularity to help her party win Sunday's election

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seeking to leverage her popularity to help her party win Sunday’s snap election as she pushes her right-wing agenda to boost her country's economy and military capabilities in the face growing tensions with China and an unpredictable Washington
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Trump signs proclamation increasing Argentine beef imports

Trump signs proclamation increasing Argentine beef imports

By Tom Polansek Feb 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation to hike the country's low-tariff imports of Argentine beef, though economists have said the attempt to lower costs for American consumers will likely have little impact on prices.
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Trump has no 'formal plans' to deploy ICE at polling sites, White House says

Trump has no 'formal plans' to deploy ICE at polling sites, White House says

By Nandita Bose WASHINGTON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump has not discussed "formal plans" to deploy U.S.
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President Trump Launches TrumpRx to Address Prescription Drug Costs Amid Criticism

President Trump Launches TrumpRx to Address Prescription Drug Costs Amid Criticism

President Trump has launched TrumpRx, a new platform aimed at reducing prescription drug costs for uninsured Americans. The platform, which went live recently, promises to offer high-cost, brand-name prescriptions at discounted prices. TrumpRx operates by allowing consumers to browse a list of discounted medicines and either receive a coupon for use at certain pharmacies or be directed to a drug manufacturer's website for purchase. The initiative is part of a broader healthcare plan by the Trump administration, which includes negotiating 'most favored nation' agreements with major drugmakers to ensure U.S. drug prices do not exceed those in other wealthy nations. However, the platform has faced criticism from Senate Democrats, who label it a 'vanity project' and question potential conflicts of interest involving the Trump family and the pharmaceutical industry.