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US Senate Republicans reject effort to halt Trump's Iran war

US Senate Democrats are increasingly divided over arms sales to Israel, with over three dozen backing Bernie Sanders' resolution to halt them. Citing Prime Minister Netanyahu's "reckless decisions" and the expanded conflict, some Democrats shifted their stance. Despite bipartisan opposition, the measures were ultimately rejected, highlighting a growing internal party…

The Times of India

Dallas County GOP chair Allen West resigns after backing countywide voting for runoff

West faced opposition after backing countywide polling sites for the runoff, following a chaotic precinct-based primary.

The Texas Tribune

Trump news at a glance: president renews threats against federal reserve chair, pushes his replacement

Trump reiterated his claim that Powell is doing a ‘bad job’ as justice department continues with criminal investigation into Powell over renovations at the Fed’s headquarters – key US politics stories from 15 April at a glance

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Scoop: Trump discussed "Jesus" meme with Bill Pulte before posting it, sources say

The mystery of who may have helped introduce the meme to Trump wasn't clear, until now.

Axios

Trump Gives Supporters a Fake Job Title — Then Asks Them for More Cash

Trump's fundraising employs fake promotions and intimidation tactics to secure donations, raising ethical concerns. Strategies include fabricated job titles and threats of deportation to pressure supporters.

International Business Times UK

‘Vought cuts kill people’: Aids activists interrupt Trump budget chief hearing

Proceedings brought to halt as protesters condemn Russ Vought for slashing Pepfar program amid sweeping aid cuts

The Guardian - US

John Cornyn wallops Ken Paxton in first quarter fundraising for U.S. Senate seat

Both Republican candidates lagged far behind Democratic candidate James Talarico.

The Texas Tribune

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Virginia strips tax breaks for organizations connected to the Confederacy

The United Daughters of the Confederacy – responsible for proliferation of Confederate statues across the US – will now have to pay property taxes

The Guardian - US

Tony Gonzales Begged Staffer for Nudes While Wife Was Pregnant—Years Before Separate Affair Ended in Her Death, Texts Reveal

Newly surfaced messages reveal alleged misconduct by former Texas congressman Tony Gonzales, intensifying scrutiny over his past actions and resignation amid a personal and political scandal.

International Business Times UK

Ketanji Brown Jackson condemns conservative justices’ pro-Trump orders

Liberal judge attacks emergency-docket rulings as Sonia Sotomayor apologizes for remarks about Brett Kavanaugh

The Guardian - US

H-1B lottery selection rates increased to 'unseen levels' under Trump's new rule, claim immigration firms

The first H-1B lottery (FY 2027) held under the second Donald Trump administration this year saw selection rates jump to "unseen levels", Bloomberg Law reported, citing data from immigration firms. This was the first lottery that was based on wage levels and also after the administration imposed a $100,000 fee…

The Times of India

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes a wealth tax on pied-à-terres in major u-turn

NYC mayor, who has consistently pushed for a more extensive tax increase on the wealthy, hailed the proposal as a victory

The Independent UK

FULL STATEMENT - U.S. bishops rally behind Pope Leo XIV after JD Vance says pontiff should be "careful" on theology

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' doctrinal leadership moved Wednesday to publicly back Pope Leo XIV's authority on war and peace, issuing a formal clarification on just war teaching just hours after Vice President JD Vance told a Turning Point USA crowd that the pope should "be careful" when speaking…

Latin Times

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Faces Impeachment Case in the House

Rep. Yassamin Ansari today formally introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of violating his oath of office, endangering U.S. servicemembers and authorizing or enabling unlawful military actions tied to the ongoing conflict with Iran.

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The Independent UK

New York governor pitches a new tax on pricey pied-à-terres

For months, New York Gov_ Kathy Hochul has resisted calls to increase taxes on the wealthy, beating back progressives who have hounded her from Manhattan to San Juan bellowing chants of “tax the rich.”

The Independent UK

If President Trump can no longer be trusted on trade, Britain should look elsewhere for reliable partners

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: By threatening to rip up last year’s UK trade deal, the US president has shown once again that Britain must move closer to its European neighbours

The Guardian - US

Suspect accused of planting pipe bombs on eve of January 6 faces new charges

Brian Cole Jr, accused of planting the devices near the RNC and DNC buildings in DC, faces two more felony counts

International Business Times UK

Mike Johnson Says Pope Leo 'Had It Coming' as He Defends Trump and Vance Amid Escalating Religious Row

A political and religious clash erupts as US leaders defend Trump against Pope Leo XIV's criticism, highlighting tensions over war, morality, and religious authority.

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The Guardian - US

‘Fund people, not bombs’: inside the US movement against war in Iran

Protests coincide with a congressional vote to stop arming Israel and a movement to withhold income taxes

The Guardian - US

Fisa surveillance vote sparks fierce debate as Congress splits on warrantless monitoring

Donald Trump says he is ‘working very hard’ with House Republicans to extend Section 702 without changes

Latin Times

States Adjust Custody Laws to Address Children at Risk After Immigration Detentions

States including New Jersey, California and Nevada have passed or are considering legislation that would allow designated guardians to assume temporary parental rights in cases involving immigration enforcement.

The Guardian - US

Bernie Sanders’ effort to block US weapons sales to Israel fails in Senate

Senator’s fourth attempt for resolutions fails, but votes show growing appetite among Democrats to impose limits

The Independent UK

The truth about the satanic goat creature in Trump’s AI Jesus image

INSIDE STORY: As conspiracists lose their mind over the deeper meaning of Trump’s now-deleted Jesus picture, Charlotte Cripps talks to religious art experts about some of the ‘symbolic’ details that look a little less divine

Reason

Court Ordered Critic of Ex-Mayoral Candidate to Stop "Publicly Writing, Printing, or Speaking [Ex-Candidate's] Name"

Fortunately, an appellate court just reversed the decision.

Latin Times

After Record-High Interest, Fewer People Are Applying for and Being Approved for U.S. Citizenship

Newly released data from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services shows that last year's figures were marked by fluctuations in applications and a decline in approvals.

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