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The figures who exposed the Watergate scandal

The figures who exposed the Watergate scandal

The Watergate scandal was a complex web of political intrigue, and the Senate Watergate Committee hearings brought several key figures into the nat...
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On This Day: Bush took Queen Elizabeth II to a baseball game

On This Day: Bush took Queen Elizabeth II to a baseball game

Queen Elizabeth II's state visit to the United States in 1991 was a significant diplomatic event that highlighted the enduring relationship between...
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White House Cyber Official Stresses Identity Security Amid AI Threats

White House Cyber Official Stresses Identity Security Amid AI Threats

Nick Polk, branch director for federal cybersecurity in the Executive Office of the President, emphasized the importance of identity security in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI becomes more integrated into federal IT systems, the need to regulate and monitor identities accessing networks is critical. AI models present unique threats, but they still require trusted access to exploit vulnerabilities. Ensuring strong identity security can help prevent unauthorized access and mitigate potential AI-driven cyber threats.
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Law firms urge appeals court to keep blocking Trump's sanctions against them

Law firms urge appeals court to keep blocking Trump's sanctions against them

An appeals court has heard arguments in a case challenging President Donald Trump's ability to sanction some of the nation’s most prestigious law firms over their ties to clients and representatives whom he dislikes
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Melania Trump Absent as President Trump Attends Beijing Summit with Business Leaders

Melania Trump Absent as President Trump Attends Beijing Summit with Business Leaders

First Lady Melania Trump did not accompany President Trump on his visit to Beijing for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Instead, she remains in Washington, focusing on her initiatives for foster children. The summit includes high-profile attendees such as Elon Musk and Brett Ratner, who documented the event. The absence of Melania Trump has sparked curiosity, as she was not scheduled to attend even before the trip was postponed due to the Iran conflict. The summit aims to strengthen U.S.-China relations, with discussions on trade and geopolitical issues.
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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Faces Resignation Calls Over Epstein Ties

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Faces Resignation Calls Over Epstein Ties

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is under pressure from House Democrats to resign following revelations about his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. The calls for resignation stem from Lutnick's alleged dishonesty regarding his relationship with Epstein, a convicted sex offender. In a previous interview, Lutnick claimed he had decided never to be in the same room as Epstein after a visit to his Manhattan mansion in 2005. However, recently released Department of Justice files indicate that Lutnick and his family had lunch on Epstein's private island in 2012. Democrats argue that Lutnick's statements were misleading and demonstrate a lack of candor, making him unfit for his role. The Commerce Department has dismissed these calls as politically motivated, emphasizing Lutnick's cooperation with the Oversight Committee.
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Lutnick backs away from his Epstein 'blackmail' claim in interview with House committee

Lutnick backs away from his Epstein 'blackmail' claim in interview with House committee

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has backed away from a previous claim that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein blackmailed people
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Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain

Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain

By Daniel Trotta May 12 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Americans’ financial struggles are not a factor in his decision-making as he seeks to negotiate an end to the Iran war, saying that preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon is his top priority.
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Trump's FDA chief is out after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion activists

Trump's FDA chief is out after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion activists

Marty Makary is resigning as President Donald Trump's Food and Drug Administration head
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Labor Department Proposes Changes to Union Financial Reporting

Labor Department Proposes Changes to Union Financial Reporting

The U.S. Labor Department is considering changes to the financial disclosures required of labor unions, with a final rule currently under review by the White House. This initiative is part of the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to modify reporting requirements for unions. The proposed rule, initially published in July 2025, aims to update the thresholds that trigger these reporting obligations. The changes are intended to enhance transparency and accountability in union financial activities.
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Palo Alto Networks Warns of Imminent AI-Driven Cyberattack Surge

Palo Alto Networks Warns of Imminent AI-Driven Cyberattack Surge

Palo Alto Networks Warns of Imminent AI-Driven Cyberattack Surge
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Nvidia's Jensen Huang joins Trump's China visit

Nvidia's Jensen Huang joins Trump's China visit

By Laurie Chen and Karen Freifeld BEIJING/NEW YORK, May 13 (Reuters) - Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has joined over a dozen U.S. CEOs on President Donald Trump's visit to China this week.