POLITICS

Trump hands student civil rights cases to DOJ in sweeping federal power shift

By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Jun 17, 2026
The White House moves the agency's primary statutory portfolios to the Justice Department and HHS via controversial interagency pacts

Senate rejects Iran war powers measure amid questions over secret deal

By Shibra Arshad . Jun 16, 2026
Senate blocks Iran war powers measure in 47-48 vote, four Republicans support it

'Not surprised' Harris responds to Newsom DOJ investigation allegation

Kamala Harris says Trump signaled intent to target political opponents, cites pattern
By Shibra Arshad . Jun 16, 2026

Iran’s president says the war halt is only an ‘important step,’ not a final deal

Iran’s President Pezeshkian said the memorandum is a preliminary step, not a final deal
By Shibra Arshad . Jun 16, 2026

Kristi Noem reveals intelligence on alleged secret China pipeline moving migrants into US

She described the flow as consistent, noting that many arrivals are young adults traveling alone
By Anjali Mathur . Jun 16, 2026

Vance defends Trump’s ‘I love inflation’ remark, saying he meant prices will drop after Iran war

Vice President says Trump was referring to future declines in inflation and energy costs
By Arun Jayan . Jun 16, 2026

Trump says Iran deal could face congressional review and approval process

Top Trump allies in the Senate argue any Iran deal requires congressional review.
By Shibra Arshad . Jun 16, 2026

Newsom demands DOJ probe records, accuses Trump administration of political retaliation

By Arun Jayan . Jun 16, 2026
California governor demands DOJ records, claims he and wife are targets of political investigation

Trump reveals key deal line ‘Iran will never have a nuclear weapon’

By Arun Jayan . Jun 16, 2026
President says the US-Iran agreement’s core goal is to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons

Hakeem Jeffries confronted with Biden-era $5 gas prices question during Trump critique

Hakeem Jeffries was forced to defend Biden-era gas prices while criticizing Trump
By Ishan Jain . Jun 16, 2026

Kennedy Center launches Trump endowment fund days after removing his name from building

The fund is intended to recognize Trump's 'significant contributions and dedication' to the Kennedy Center
By Gopika Subramanian . Jun 16, 2026

John Thune tells Trump 'no' after president demands voter ID bill tied to spy law

John Thune brushed aside Trump’s push to link a voter ID bill to renewing surveillance powers
By Eren Waris . Jun 16, 2026

JD Vance calls ‘childless cat ladies’ remark ‘one of the dumbest things’ he ever said

Vice President reversed his long-defended comment in a new memoir as 2028 White House speculation grows
By Eren Waris . Jun 16, 2026

Newsom alleges Trump put him and his wife on DOJ ‘hit list’ over a potential 2028 presidential run

A report stated Gavin Newsom faces multiple federal probes, including one into Jennifer Newsom's finances and another tied to Dana Williamson
By Piyush Arora . Jun 16, 2026

'Trump must release the details': Schumer demands Congress briefing over Iran

By Shibra Arshad . Jun 15, 2026
Chuck Schumer urged President Trump to brief Congress and end the war, noting Americans had been repeatedly disappointed by claims it was over

Trump says US could become Middle East's 'guardian' for 20% of region's revenue

By Shibra Arshad . Jun 15, 2026
President Trump said the agreement he reached with Iran would ultimately ensure that the Strait of Hormuz remained 'permanently toll-free'

Trump says 'very good' talks with Putin and Zelenskyy could advance Ukraine peace efforts

After announcing progress on the Iran deal, the president said he would focus on Ukraine and pursue renewed diplomacy with Moscow and Kyiv
By Arun Jayan . Jun 15, 2026

'No matter the humiliating terms': Dem senator says ending Iran war is good, even if a 'surrender'

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said that the war had been misguided from the start, failed to meet its goals, and should end even if Iran benefited
By Shibra Arshad . Jun 15, 2026

Vance promises sanctions relief if Iran abandons its nuclear program

Washington and Tehran digitally sign MoU ahead of June 19 ceremony
By Shibra Arshad . Jun 15, 2026

Vance says Iran could access $300B reconstruction fund if nuclear commitments are met

Vice President JD Vance said that a Gulf-backed economic package was possible if Tehran met strict conditions and abandoned nuclear ambitions
By Arun Jayan . Jun 15, 2026
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