The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (A. T. F. ) has a new acting director. Daniel Driscoll, the Army secretary, has taken over the role from Kash Patel, who was also the F. B. I. director. This change happened recently, and it's quite unusual to have a civilian military leader in
The House Republicans are using every trick in the book to stop future votes on getting rid of President Donald Trump's tariffs. They are really digging in their heels to support his policies. They managed to push through a key step in their budget plan, with a very close vote of 216-215. This plan
The Shejaiya neighborhood in Gaza City faced a tragic event on Tuesday. A residential building was hit by an Israeli air strike. This strike resulted in the deaths of at least 29 people, including children. The Hamas-run Civil Defence agency reported the initial death toll. They mentioned that the s
The highest court in the land has stepped in to temporarily allow the Trump administration to remove two board members from independent agencies. This move hints at their potential backing for the president's desire to have more control over hiring and firing decisions. The court's chief, John Robe
The bond market's sudden turbulence played a significant role in Trump's decision to hit the brakes on his planned tariffs. This move came after just one week of intense pressure from various quarters, including fellow Republicans, business leaders, and even his close associates. The bond market's r
The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to curb the power of federal judges to issue nationwide injunctions. This move comes as President Trump and his supporters have been increasingly critical of judges who block his executive actions. The bill, known as the "No Rogue Rulings Act, " wa
The U. S. is making a big push to boost its maritime industry. A recent directive has set the wheels in motion for a comprehensive plan to strengthen America's presence on the seas. This plan, known as the Maritime Action Plan, aims to revitalize the U. S. maritime sector, which has been struggling
In the tense border region between Israel and Syria, things have been heating up. The locals in southern Syria are getting more and more upset with the Israeli military presence. This anger boiled over in a recent deadly clash in the city of Nawa, in Syria's Daraa province. The trouble started
The government is supposed to protect free speech, but lately, some officials have been doing the opposite. They have been using their power to silence voices they don't like, especially during important events like elections. This isn't just about free speech; it's about trust in our government and
The House of Representatives is facing a significant shift in how it handles tariffs. Republicans are pushing for a rule change that would limit the House's ability to challenge Donald Trump's tariff policies. This move is tucked away in a procedural rule related to a budget resolution, making it le
