Suspect 'down' after shooting at officers near White House, official says
China to send astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
California chemical tank heating up after evacuation in LA suburb, fire official says
Si Woo Kim hangs on to Byron Nelson lead and has Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark chasing
'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Cannes' top prize
Sabrina Ionescu set for season debut against Dallas after foot injury forced her out of 5 games
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Trump to sign order on AI oversight as security fears mount among supporters
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'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
Since President Donald Trump's administration announced the creation of a $1.776 billion fund for Americans deemed to be victims of political "
May 21, 2026
World
Judge halts White House’s rollback of presidential records-retention policies
Judge halts White House’s rollback of presidential records-retention policies
May 21, 2026
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Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself copy of Smith report on Trump classified files probe
A former federal prosecutor is facing federal charges over allegations that she sent a report detailing Jack Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump’s hoarding of classified documents to her personal email account, despite a judge’s order to keep it secret
May 20, 2026
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Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS deal
President Donald Trump's legal team has reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him, his family and associates
May 21, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US
The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with ordering the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, a major escalation of pressure by the Trump administration on the socialist government
May 20, 2026
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Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund'
Two police officers who defended the U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told U.S.
May 21, 2026
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USTR welcomes EU progress on trade deal, says Brussels must also address non-tariff barriers
The U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Trump: may have to hit Iran harder - or maybe not
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States may have to attack Iran even harder but will wait and see if a deal is reached, reprising
May 20, 2026
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Trump to speak with Taiwan's president in a new challenge for US-China relations
U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Police officers who defended US Capitol on January 6 sue to stop Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Police officers who defended US Capitol on January 6 sue to stop Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
May 20, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
South Carolina lawmakers advance US House map targeting powerful Democrat Clyburn
South Carolina’s Republican-controlled House of Representatives approved a new congressional map early on Wednesday aimed at ousting longtime Democratic U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out 'Happy Birthday America!' rickshaws
In New Delhi, some auto-rickshaws are now displaying images of U_S_ President Donald Trump with the slogan “Happy Birthday America!”
May 20, 2026
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In Iran's capital, weapons demonstrations send a signal at home and abroad as threat of war remains
Weapons are now regularly brandished in Tehran in an increasing show of defiance
May 20, 2026
Election|Political|US
Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie charted his own way, until toppled by Trump
Thomas Massie, a Republican congressman from Kentucky, has lost his primary bid for reelection
May 20, 2026
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Taiwan's Lai says he'd tell Trump he hopes to continue arms purchases from US, if given a chance
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te says that if given the chance he would tell U.S. President Donald Trump he hopes to continue U.S. arms purchases that are essential for peace
May 20, 2026
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Bulgaria wants U.S. to allow visa-free travel for its nationals, says PM
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev on Wednesday said he spoke to U.S.
May 20, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump purges another Republican critic with Massie defeat in Kentucky
U.S.
May 19, 2026
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China again flags tariff cuts for US agricultural trade after Trump-Xi meeting, but still no details
China and the U.S. have agreed to cut tariffs on agricultural trade as part of a broader trade deal, the Ministry of Commerce
May 20, 2026
Election|Political|Sports|World
Republicans Collins, Dooley advance to primary runoff in hopes of facing US Senator Ossoff in November
A hardline Republican congressman and a former college football coach who has never held elective office advanced to a runoff on Tuesday in Georgia's U.S.
May 20, 2026
Political|US|World
Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries: Massie's loss leaves no doubt about Trump's power over the GOP
President Donald Trump has scored another win against a Republican rival, purging Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s primary and knocking out one of his most outspoken critics on Capitol Hill
May 19, 2026
Election|Political|US
Thomas Massie faces the question confronting other Republicans who crossed Trump: What now?
Thomas Massie faces the question confronting other Republicans who crossed Trump: What now?
May 20, 2026
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Russia considers joint projects with US and China, media quote Putin's envoy
Russia is considering the possibility of joint projects with the United States and China, Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Russia's sovereign wealth fund
May 20, 2026
Election|US
US Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky GOP primary to Ed Gallrein in another victory for Trump
Kentucky U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie has lost his Republican House primary after a concerted effort by President Donald Trump to oust him through challenger and ultimate winner Ed Gallrein
May 19, 2026
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The Latest: Gallrein defeats Massie in Kentucky, furthering Trump’s hold on GOP
Primary elections have been held in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania
May 20, 2026
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Non-citizens face more scrutiny on bank activities after Trump order
Non-citizens in the U.S. will face greater scrutiny on their banking activities following an executive order by President Donald Trump on Tuesday,
May 20, 2026
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New settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues
New settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues
May 20, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter tell The Associated Press
May 16, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
For Vance and Rubio, the road to 2028 takes a turn through the White House briefing room
The earliest signals of a presidential race normally involve such subtle positioning from candidates that it’s become known as the “shadow primary.”
May 20, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
How Ken Paxton courted Donald Trump and won his endorsement
How Ken Paxton courted Donald Trump and won his endorsement
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement
The U.S. government has agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced
NATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent
May 19, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump shows reporters ballroom construction site as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House security
President Donald Trump is defending the White House ballroom he's building
May 20, 2026
Election|Political|US
Kentucky voters make their choice today: Thomas Massie, or a former Navy SEAL picked by Trump to beat him
Kentucky voters make their choice today: Thomas Massie, or a former Navy SEAL picked by Trump to beat him
May 19, 2026
Political
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote, even as it cost him his seat
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana says he has no regrets about his “momentous” vote to convict President Donald Trump on impeachment charges five years ago
May 19, 2026
Election
Redistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seats
The South Carolina House is debating legislation that could redraw congressional districts to help Republicans possibly win an additional seat in the November elections
May 18, 2026
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The Latest: Trump calls off Iran strike planned for Tuesday to allow for ‘serious negotiations’
President Donald Trump said he is holding off on a planned military strike on Iran at the request of several allies in the Middle East because “serious negotiations” are underway
May 18, 2026
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On rare campaign trail visit, Hegseth implores Kentucky voters to oust Massie
On rare campaign trail visit, Hegseth implores Kentucky voters to oust Massie
May 19, 2026
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Warsh to be sworn in as Fed chair at White House on Friday
Kevin Warsh will be sworn in as U.S.
May 18, 2026
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Defense secretary steps into key Kentucky election to attack Trump critic
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is railing against one of President Donald Trump’s chief Republican critics in Congress on the eve of a high-profile primary election
May 19, 2026
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Cuba’s president warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US takes military action
Cuba’s president warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US takes military action
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Greenland's prime minister tells Trump's envoy self-determination cannot be negotiated
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Arctic, Jeff Landry, was positive but emphasized Greenland's commitment to self-determination
May 18, 2026
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A potential helipad and new parking spots are the latest changes at the White House
A potential helipad and new parking spots are the latest changes at the White House
May 18, 2026
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Georgia Republicans scramble to pick a candidate to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
Georgia Republican Rep. Mike Collins is positioning himself as a strong supporter of Donald Trump in his bid to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
May 18, 2026
Election|Political|US
What to expect in Kentucky’s primaries
One of President Donald Trump’s most vocal critics within the Republican Party faces a tough primary challenge in Kentucky’s state primary
May 18, 2026
Election|Political|World
What to expect in Georgia's primaries
Voting will conclude in the swing state of Georgia in competitive primaries for governor and a U.S. Senate seat that could decide control of the closely divided chamber
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
A new day at the Fed, but policy forecast cloudy for Warsh, Trump, US
After eight years of friction with the White House, a global pandemic, and a fight with high inflation, the U.S.
May 18, 2026
Business|Technology|World
How Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networks
When customers of Iran’s largest crypto exchange needed to move billions of dollars, networks created by two of the industry’s biggest players
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports
Talks to end a strike shutting down the largest US commuter rail system will resume Monday
The strike shutting down North America’s largest commuter rail system will continue into a third day
May 17, 2026
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China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says
China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural products in 2026, 2027 and 2028, the White House said in a fact sheet released on Sunday.
May 17, 2026
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Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway
It was a hurdle too high for Bill Cassidy to clear
May 18, 2026
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Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'
Taiwan’s president says arms purchases from the United States are crucial for regional stability, after President Donald Trump questioned continued U.S. support for Taiwan following his visit to China
May 17, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
May 17, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets
Why Trump put his ‘bad cop’ in charge of rescuing the GOP in the midterms
Why Trump put his ‘bad cop’ in charge of rescuing the GOP in the midterms
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation
President Donald Trump has returned from his state visit to China to face a challenging U.S. economy
May 16, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree
Perched behind the cash register at Stubs liquor store, Amy Van Duyn gazed out the window at a red-and-green gasoline price sign, which she said
May 16, 2026
Arts|Election|Entertainment|US
Can Spencer Pratt ride viral videos to victory in the race for LA mayor?
Can Spencer Pratt ride viral videos to victory in the race for LA mayor?
May 16, 2026
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Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties
U.S. President Donald Trump has described arms sales to Taiwan as a "very good negotiating chip" in dealings with China
May 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says
May 16, 2026
Arts|Political|World
Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of White House and Washington
President Donald Trump is pursuing an ambitious remaking of Washington, from a $400 million White House ballroom to a 250-foot arch and a renovated
March 05, 2026
Crime|Election|US|World
Colorado's Democratic governor commutes ex-election clerk Tina Peters' sentence after Trump pressure
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis is commuting the sentence of a former county clerk and election conspiracy theorist following pressure from President Donald Trump
May 16, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|US
Election denier Tina Peters will get clemency after admitting she ‘made a mistake,’ Colorado’s Democratic governor says
Election denier Tina Peters will get clemency after admitting she ‘made a mistake,’ Colorado’s Democratic governor says
May 16, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump says new sculpture garden honoring 250 prominent Americans will rise along the Potomac River
President Donald Trump plans to build an exhibit of statues featuring prominent Americans along the Potomac River
May 15, 2026
Arts|Political|Sports|US|World
Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China
Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China
May 15, 2026
Sports|Technology
The NFL keeps the spotlight on Sunday broadcasts as it creates viewing options on other days
The NFL schedule traditionally gets plenty of attention
May 15, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
What to expect in Louisiana's primaries
Louisiana voters will participate in a revamped and stripped-down state primary Saturday and decide the political fate of an embattled Republican U.S. senator targeted for defeat by President Donald Trump
May 15, 2026
Entertainment|Travel|World
Why Xi invited Trump to this highly secretive former imperial garden
Why Xi invited Trump to this highly secretive former imperial garden
May 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
CIA chief visits Cuba as Trump urges sweeping changes
(Corrects date of Cuban revolution in paragraph 2, also, clarifies Ratcliffe´s visit to the island was second by a CIA director, not the first.)
May 15, 2026
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Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
May 15, 2026
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Lawyers urge judge to block Trump order that would create eligible voter list, limit mail ballots
Voting rights groups are arguing that a federal judge should stop President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail voting because he doesn’t have the authority to do so
May 15, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning
President Donald Trump is in Beijing for key meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping
May 14, 2026