US military says it destroyed 2 small Iranian boats trying to steal a drone
The U.S. military says it opened fire and destroyed two small Iranian boats this week trying to steal a drone ship in the waters off Iran.
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Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump’s name on the building or grounds in any way
A federal judge has blocked the Kennedy Center from returning President Donald Trump’s name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts.
US strips millions in military aid from Europe and Mideast to back Trump-aligned nations in Americas
The Trump administration is stripping tens of millions of dollars in U.S. military assistance to countries in Europe and the Middle East to support conservative-leaning governments in Central and South America.
Microsoft commits to sweeping AI privacy rules for students. Will other tech giants follow?
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Black Caucus launches effort to boost voting among Black, rural and young voters in midterms
The Congressional Black Caucus Institute is launching a campaign to engage voters in key districts before the midterm elections.
As AI debate flares, Melania Trump will tour a North Carolina school to see technology at work
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Trump slams Supreme Court for rejecting his push to restrict mail ballots
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Senate is to vote on cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments
The Senate is set to vote on whether to move forward with legislation on crypto regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments.
Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight high inflation.
FBI chief Kash Patel is set to face off with Democrats critical of his leadership at Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel is set to return to Capitol Hill for an oversight hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee.