With the rapid dismantling of democratic institutions, the gutting of federal agencies, and a foreign policy that openly favors authoritarian regimes, the United States is no longer the world leader it once was. Instead of protecting democracy, Trump is systematically surrendering America’s global power to Russia. How much longer until the U.S. is no longer a free nation?
Is Elon Musk is an Illegal Immigrant? Yes. So is Melania Trump.
Elon Musk and Melania Trump, two of the most influential figures in the U.S., both have controversial immigration stories. While Musk’s early years in the U.S. raise questions about his work authorization, Melania’s early modeling career in the U.S. before obtaining legal status also comes under scrutiny. Let’s take a good look at the mysterious paths that both took to U.S. citizenship, and shed some light on immigration irregularities.
Was Donald “Krasnov” Trump Recruited by the KGB in 1987?
Was Donald “Krasnov” Trump recruited by the KGB in 1987? A former intelligence chief from Kazakhstan claims so, and multiple ex-KGB agents back the possibility. From surveillance in Moscow to potential kompromat, the allegations suggest Trump’s ties to Russia may go deeper than once thought.
With Trump Visit, Qatar’s Image Makeover Scores Another Success
The emirate, once called “a funder of terrorism” by President Trump, has spent lavishly on overhauling its global reputation. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: Michael D. Shear, Adam …
Infantino, FIFA President, Joins Trump on His Middle East Tour
The FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, is expected to preside over a ceremony in which the emir of Qatar will hand over World Cup hosting duties to Mr. Trump. The U.S. …
Qatar Woos Trump, and Israeli Officers Privately Admit Gazans Near Starvation
Plus, a new red carpet dress code: no nudity. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: Tracy Mumford, Will Jarvis, Ian Stewart, Jessica Metzger and Ben Hubbard
L.A. judge resentences Menendez brothers, giving them chance at freedom
Erik and Lyle Menendez received a chance at freedom after more than 35 years in prison Tuesday, with a judge resentencing the brothers after relatives testified it was time for …
Newsom claims Trump’s tariffs will reduce California revenues by $16 billion
On the eve of his budget presentation, Gov. Gavin Newsom sought to blame President Trump’s tariff policy for reducing California state revenues. Read full story Author: Taryn Luna
California sues over Trump policy tying transportation grants to immigration
California receives over $15.7 billion in transportation grants and $20.6 billion in homeland security grants annually. The funding could be in jeopardy under an administration policy. Read full story Author: …
In High-Stakes Negotiations, Trump’s Opponents Are Learning His Patterns
President Trump often takes maximalist positions, only to back down and declare a win. His opponents are catching on. Go to Source Author: David E. Sanger https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
As Trump Hails Plan to Accept Qatari Jet, Congress Sits on the Sidelines
Republicans on Capitol Hill seem unlikely to challenge President Trump as he pushes ethics guardrails around profiting from the presidency to the breaking point. Go to Source Author: Carl Hulse …
In Private, Some Israeli Officers Admit That Gaza Is on the Brink of Starvation
Israel’s government has publicly dismissed warnings of extreme food shortages after it blocked aid deliveries, but an internal analysis concluded that a crisis looms if food supplies are not restored. …
Israel Bombards Gaza Seeking to Kill Top Hamas Leader, Officials Say
Israeli officials said the military had launched an attack targeting Mohammad Sinwar, one of Hamas’s top remaining commanders in Gaza and the brother of a leader killed last year. Go …
Insurers seek to surcharge California homeowners for L.A. County fire costs
Insurers are seeking to charge California homeowners across the state for the costs of the catastrophic Los Angeles County fires they were burdened with when the state’s insurer of last …
Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia amid much pomp
President Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, the start of a four-day tour of the Middle East. Read full story Author: Nabih Bulos
Faced with a $30 minimum wage, hotel investors start looking outside L.A.
Hotel industry leaders say a law boosting the pay of tourism workers, billed as the highest minimum wage in the nation, will cost jobs and drive businesses from L.A. Read …
‘People You Should Know’ Is a Love Letter to Bottom-Up Solutions
FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia — Steve Hotz started Black Horse Forge, a nonprofit organization that provides support for veterans, active-duty military personnel and first responders through the ancient art of blacksmithing. The …
How Glenn Youngkin’s Miracle Became a Curse
Don’t blame President Donald Trump for the setback Republicans are facing this November. Ahead of next year’s congressional midterms, the first big test of the GOP’s strength since Trump returned …
Cut Taxes on Made-in-America Products
As the late senator from Washington state, Warren Magnuson, who served for more than 30 years in Congress, once said, “All that each industry seeks is a fair advantage over …
Man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years in prison
Peter Sullivan, 68, says he is “not bitter” after one of the UK’s biggest miscarriages of justice. Read full story Author:
Why was Peter Sullivan not freed earlier?
The extraordinary injustice experienced by the 68-year-old trigger questions over the appeals system. Read full story Author:
Tory MP charged with two sexual assaults at London’s Groucho Club
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer will appear before magistrates in June. Read full story Author:
Trump’s Plan to Take Jet From Qatar Heightens Corruption Concerns
The second Trump administration is blowing through limits on the mixing of public office and personal benefits. Go to Source Author: Charlie Savage https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml