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The US political environment is changing as midterm elections approach, with both parties adjusting strategies. Recent polls show shifting voter preferences on key issues including the economy, immigration, and foreign policy. Several high-profile primary races are drawing attention as candidates position themselves for November.
US prosecutors have charged Alex Saab, known as the bag man for former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, with money laundering over alleged exploitation of Venezuelan welfare programs. The Justice Department alleges Saab diverted millions from social programs through complex financial schemes while serving as a close aide to Maduro.
The Trump administration has unveiled a .7 billion fund to compensate individuals who claim they were subjected to unfair government investigations. This move comes as President Trump drops an IRS lawsuit. The fund has faced criticism from Democrats and government watchdog groups who question its timing and purpose.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are negotiating a new immigration framework that could reshape border enforcement policies, as recent data shows shifting patterns in border crossings.
The House of Representatives failed to advance an Iran war powers resolution after a 212-212 tied vote, with Democrat Jared Golden joining Republicans in opposition. It was the third failed attempt to rein in Trump's military campaign against Iran.
President Trump left Beijing after two days of meetings with Xi Jinping, announcing China would buy U.S. oil and 200 Boeing airplanes. The two sides agreed to a framework of 'strategic stability' for the next three years, but no major breakthroughs emerged on Taiwan or the Iran war.
The fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran is hanging by a thread after Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal as unacceptable. Iran demands reparations and sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, while the Pentagon reports costs have risen to $29 billion.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary resigned on May 12 after weeks of pressure from the Trump administration. His departure followed clashes over his resistance to approving fruit-flavored e-cigarettes and broader policy disagreements with White House and HHS officials. A deputy commissioner will take over temporarily.
Defense Secretary Hegseth faces questions from Senate committees about the financial costs of ongoing operations in Iran. The hearing comes as Congress reviews military spending.
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