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U.S. is right to ask allies to spend more on defense, Dutch deputy PM says
Five years ago, the Dutch public wouldn't have supported such an increase in defense spending, she said, but that is not the case after Russia invaded Ukraine.
Airlines urge Trump administration not to curb international flights in feud over 'sanctuary cities'
The Trump administration has been weighing cutting off Customs and Border Protection services at certain airports to pressure "sanctuary cities."
Trump can't rename Kennedy Center or close it for renovation for now, judge says
The Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees in December voted to rename the institution the "Trump Kennedy Center," 10 months after Trump removed several trustees.
'You can't just leave it to the market': Frontrunner to replace UK PM Starmer calls for 'strong public control' over industry and AI
The U.K. is at risk of becoming trapped in "toxic, divisive politics like the U.S.," according to Burnham.
Trump's Oman outburst throws 'Switzerland of the Middle East' into the spotlight
The Trump administration has threatened sanctions and military action against Oman, a longtime ally and close security partner.
Warren: State Department didn't seek TRANSCOM aid in evacuating Americans from Middle East
Democrats have been critical of the Trump administration's handling of Americans stuck in the region after the start of the Iran war.
Trump's IRS case should be reopened so court can probe possible 'fraud,' ex-judges argue
Reopening the Trump-IRS case "will allow the Court to commence an inquiry into whether the Court was deceived," the ex-judges wrote.
Judges block Alabama districts that would dilute Black vote in 2026 congressional elections
A three-judge panel found that the 2023 congressional district maps adopted by Alabama intentionally discriminated against Black voters.
Trump to host Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Wednesday as Iran talks continue
Trump and his top officials will make the rare trip to the woodsy Maryland retreat to discuss issues both foreign and domestic, a White House official said.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair as Trump seeks interest rate cuts
Despite President Donald Trump's demands for lower interest rates, markets are betting the Fed will stay on hold through most, if not all, of 2026.
Oversight Chairman Comer launches congressional probe into insider trading on Kalshi, Polymarket
Congress is ramping up pressure on prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket over concerns of insider trading.
Design plan for Trump's proposed Washington arch is approved by key federal agency
Commissioners, all of whom were appointed by Trump, approved the design despite overwhelming opposition from the public.
DNC releases 2024 election autopsy, party chair slams it
A disclaimer sits at the top of each page saying: "This document reflects the views of the author, not the DNC."
Trump's face doesn't belong on U.S. passport, senators tell Rubio
The State Department announced a special edition U.S. passport that will feature President Donald Trump's likeness.
U.S. expected to unveil criminal charges against Cuba's Raul Castro
The charges against Raul Castro are expected to be based on a 1996 incident in which Cuban jets shot down planes operated by a group of Cuban exiles.
ICE agent charged in Minnesota with assault in shooting of immigrant
Christian Castro is the second ICE agent to be charged for actions during Operation Metro Surge, the Trump administration's immigration-enforcement mission.
Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request
The U.S. and Iran are in a stalemate centered on the Strait of Hormuz, the global oil pathway whose closure due to the war has caused an energy supply shock.
Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie is Trump revenge tour's next target
Rep. Thomas Massie will face off on Tuesday against a Trump-backed candidate in a Republican primary in Kentucky's 4th congressional district.
Trump administration ends civil, criminal cases against Adani after $10 billion investment promise
The DOJ is also close to dropping related criminal fraud charges against Adani, who has promised to invest $10 billion in the U.S., according to sources.
The bond market is flashing a warning over Iran. A veteran of energy geopolitics explains the risk
Daleep Singh knows how energy and markets intersect. He sees trouble ahead.
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