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Trump pressures Senate GOP to pass strict voter-ID bill before signing other legislation
President Donald Trump urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to push through the “Save America Act,” which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and restrict mail voting, escalating tensions with Congress.
Appeals court rejects Trump administration bid to halt funding for New York tunnel project
A U.S. appeals court ruled the federal government must continue payments toward the $16 billion Hudson Tunnel Project, rejecting the administration’s attempt to stop funding.
Senate Democrats demand answers after strike reportedly hit an Iranian girls’ school
Lawmakers are seeking explanations from the administration after reports that a U.S.-linked strike in Iran may have caused civilian casualties, intensifying scrutiny of the conflict.
Trump says he is unconcerned about Iran-backed attacks on U.S. soil
The president said he is “not worried” about potential Iranian-backed attacks in the United States, even as the war with Iran continues to escalate.
Trump predicts Iran war will end soon as targets diminish
In an interview cited by Reuters and Axios reporting, Trump said there is “practically nothing left” to strike and suggested the conflict could conclude soon.
Trump campaigns in Ohio and Kentucky amid economic concerns tied to Iran war
The president traveled to the Midwest to promote drug-price policies and reassure voters worried about economic instability caused by the conflict and energy markets.
Iran escalates attacks on shipping and infrastructure in Persian Gulf
Iran targeted commercial ships and the Dubai International Airport area, escalating the regional conflict and raising global energy concerns.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to end protected status for Haitian migrants
The administration requested the Court allow it to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals, potentially affecting thousands of immigrants in the U.S.
UN racism body warns Trump rhetoric on migrants could incite hate crimes
A United Nations panel warned that portraying migrants as criminals could increase hate-crime risks in the United States.
Tax protest movement grows as Americans withhold payments in opposition to Trump policies
Some activists say they are refusing to pay federal taxes to protest the Iran war, immigration enforcement, and other administration policies.