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USAID Division Relaunches as Nonprofit with $48M Funding to Continue International Work

USAID Division Relaunches as Nonprofit with $48M Funding to Continue International Work

USAID Division Relaunches as Nonprofit with $48M Funding to Continue International Work
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Trump turns to US military leaders for diplomatic efforts on Iran and Ukraine

Trump turns to US military leaders for diplomatic efforts on Iran and Ukraine

President Donald Trump has taken an unusual step of turning to military leaders for high-level diplomacy
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Anti-ICE Protest in Minneapolis Leads to Multiple Arrests

Anti-ICE Protest in Minneapolis Leads to Multiple Arrests

In Minneapolis, a protest against federal immigration enforcement resulted in the arrest of 11 individuals. The demonstration took place outside a Hilton hotel near the University of Minnesota, where protesters believed federal agents were staying. The protest is part of ongoing tensions in the city following the Trump administration's decision to withdraw hundreds of federal agents. The protestors, some of whom carried signs reading 'ANTI-ICE' and 'ICE OUT,' were responding to recent incidents involving the deaths of U.S. citizens at the hands of federal agents, which have sparked national debate.
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Vice President JD Vance Booed at Milan Cortina Olympics Opening

Vice President JD Vance Booed at Milan Cortina Olympics Opening

During the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, Vice President JD Vance was met with boos from the audience. As Vance and his wife, Usha, appeared on the stadium's big screen, the crowd responded with jeers, contrasting with the cheers for U.S. athletes. This reaction reflects ongoing diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Europe, influenced by the Trump administration's foreign policy decisions.
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US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Test Amid Calls for Broader Arms Agreement

US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Test Amid Calls for Broader Arms Agreement

The United States has accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020, as the Trump administration seeks a broader nuclear weapons agreement that includes China and Russia. The accusation follows the expiration of the New START Treaty between the US and Russia, which had previously limited their nuclear arsenals. Undersecretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Thomas DiNanno revealed that the US government is aware of China's nuclear explosive tests, including one on June 22, 2020. The Chinese military allegedly used decoupling methods to conceal the tests, which involve reducing seismic activity to avoid detection. Despite these allegations, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) stated that their monitoring system did not detect any nuclear test explosion consistent with the characteristics described by the US.
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Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics

Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics

The Trump administration's immigration operation in Minnesota is now being unified under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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U.S. Farm Income Projected to Decline in 2026 Despite Increased Government Support

U.S. Farm Income Projected to Decline in 2026 Despite Increased Government Support

U.S. Farm Income Projected to Decline in 2026 Despite Increased Government Support
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Trump Administration Launches TrumpRx Website to Offer Discounted Prescription Drugs

Trump Administration Launches TrumpRx Website to Offer Discounted Prescription Drugs

The Trump administration has launched TrumpRx, a new website designed to help Americans purchase prescription drugs at discounted rates. The site, which was unveiled by President Trump, aims to address the growing concerns over healthcare costs and the cost of living in the United States. TrumpRx is not a direct purchasing platform but rather a facilitator that directs users to drugmakers' direct-to-consumer websites and provides pharmacy coupons. The website debuts with over 40 medications, including popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. The initiative is part of a broader effort by the administration to tackle high prescription drug costs, a significant issue for many Americans. President Trump has emphasized that the discounts were achieved by pressuring pharmaceutical companies to align U.S. drug prices with those in other countries.
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Governor Sherrill Sues Trump Administration Over Gateway Tunnel Funding Freeze

Governor Sherrill Sues Trump Administration Over Gateway Tunnel Funding Freeze

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has initiated a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alongside New York, to release billions of dollars in frozen funds for the Gateway Tunnel project. The funds were halted by the Trump administration last October, a move Sherrill describes as arbitrary and illegal. The project, deemed critical for regional jobs and the economy, faces a shutdown if funds are not released by February 6. Sherrill, who spoke with President Trump prior to the lawsuit, emphasized the project's importance but did not receive a commitment to restore funding. The lawsuit argues that the suspension of funds violates federal regulations, potentially leaving state taxpayers responsible for millions in additional costs. U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer is also working on a legislative solution to release the funds.
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A glimmer of hope for democracy in Venezuela as opponents test the limits of free speech

A glimmer of hope for democracy in Venezuela as opponents test the limits of free speech

In Venezuela, political critics are emerging from hiding following the U.S.-backed ouster of President Nicolás Maduro
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Federal Judge Limits ICE Warrantless Arrests in Oregon Amid Legal Challenge

Federal Judge Limits ICE Warrantless Arrests in Oregon Amid Legal Challenge

A federal judge in Oregon has issued a preliminary injunction restricting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from making warrantless arrests unless there is a risk of escape. The ruling, part of a class-action lawsuit, challenges the Department of Homeland Security's practice of arresting immigrants without warrants during enforcement operations. The judge cited concerns about due process violations and the 'violent and brutal' nature of some arrests. The case is part of broader legal challenges to immigration enforcement practices under the Trump administration.
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Trump Administration Launches TrumpRX Platform for Discounted Prescription Drugs

Trump Administration Launches TrumpRX Platform for Discounted Prescription Drugs

The Trump administration has launched TrumpRx.gov, a new platform designed to offer discounted prescription drugs to patients willing to pay cash and forgo insurance. The platform includes popular medications such as obesity drugs Zepbound and Wegovy. President Trump has touted the platform as a means to provide significant savings on drug prices, although the extent of these savings remains unclear, as some prices are comparable to those at local pharmacies. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address prescription drug costs in the U.S., a significant issue for many Americans.