The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Trump signs action forcing universities and colleges to submit admissions data

Move requires colleges and universities to prove they do not consider race in admissions

The Guardian - US · Aug 7, 2025

Trump's New Ally For Lower Rates: Stephen Miran Set For Fed Board Nomination

President Donald Trump said Thursday he will nominate Stephen Miran, current chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, to fill the recently vacated Federal Reserve Board seat left by Adriana Kugler.

Benzinga · Aug 7, 2025

Trump says undocumented immigrants will not be counted in new US Census

US president says he directed the Commerce Department to immediately work on a ‘new and highly accurate’ survey.

Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2025

What US consumers can expect from new tariffs on imported goods

American businesses and consumers soon will have a better idea of how President Donald Trump’s foreign trade agenda might affect them

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025

More than 60 countries scramble to respond to Trump’s latest tariffs

Industry representatives warn of job losses and say decision could be ‘nail in the coffin’ for those exporting to the US

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025

Who Is Cory Mills' Wife, Rana Al Saadi? Republican Says Islamic Teacher with Hamas Ties Officiated His Wedding

Florida Congressman Cory Mills faces mounting controversy over a radical cleric-led wedding, revenge porn claims by Miss USA, and assault allegations—all while under scrutiny for secretive business ties.

International Business Times UK · Aug 7, 2025

GOP Sen. Slams The Associated Press Over Story About Hezbollah Operatives 'Struggle' To Recover From Israeli Pager Attack

Montana Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy slammed The Associated Press over a story that detailed how Hezbollah operatives are "struggling" to recover from Israel's pager attack

Latin Times · Aug 7, 2025

Trump calls for new US census that excludes undocumented immigrants

Census has historically counted all residents regardless of citizenship status, as required by the 14th amendment

The Guardian - US · Aug 7, 2025

Cornyn says FBI will help locate absent Texas Democrats, but scope of feds’ role unclear

The Republican senator, who is facing a tough primary challenge, previously asked FBI Director Kash Patel for the agency’s help in tracking down the House lawmakers.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 7, 2025

Democrats condemn Texas senator over alleged FBI role in locating lawmakers

John Cornyn claims FBI agreed to help return Democrats to state, sparking backlash amid GOP map push

The Guardian - US · Aug 7, 2025