Pentagon wants troops to attend Trump’s White House cage fight - but only fit ones Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has previously railed against ‘fat generals and admirals’ The Independent UK · May 29
Trump will accept only Iran deal that meets his red lines: White House official after 2-hour meeting President Trump has yet to approve a proposed deal with Iran, emphasizing that any agreement must meet his conditions, including preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. While discussions continue, Iran denies negotiating under US dictates. The uncertainty impacts energy markets, with regional tensions also escalating between Iran, the US, and… The Times of India · May 29
'A Hopeless Journey': Donald Trump Rages at Kennedy Center, Warns of Collapse After Name Stripped Off A court ruling has halted Trump's plans to renovate the Kennedy Center, transferring control to Congress after blocking the addition of his name to the building. International Business Times UK · May 29
Top US commander meets Cuban military officials amid rising tensions A top US military commander met Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay, a rare high-level engagement amid escalating US pressure on Cuba. The meeting occurred as the Trump administration intensified sanctions and rhetoric, despite ongoing, albeit limited, diplomatic contacts. A new contingent of US sailors and Marines is also deploying… The Times of India · May 29
US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay The Independent UK · May 29
Outside spending blitz defined the close of Texas’ District 35 Democratic runoff To counter what appeared to be a GOP push to elevate Maureen Galindo, who’d voiced antisemitic stereotypes, national Democrats carpet-bombed the San Antonio area with $1.7 million worth of ads. The Texas Tribune · May 29
Trump ponders whether to move forward with Iran deal but hasn't yet decided U.S. President Donald Trump met with his advisers for about two hours but has not yet made a decision on whether to move forward with a deal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz AAP · May 29
Donald Trump Allegedly Purchased Millions in Dell Stock Just Weeks Before It Was Awarded $9.7B Pentagon Contract Donald Trump's portfolio bought at least 1 million dollars in Dell stock weeks before the firm secured a 9.7 billion dollar Pentagon contract, prompting ethics watchdogs to warn of glaring conflicts of interest. International Business Times UK · May 29
Jail transfer of Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell questioned in Congress Moving the British socialite to a less restrictive facility after official interviews ‘seemed too coincidental’, say critics. Evening Standard · May 29
US and China trade journalist expulsions days after Trump visits Xi in Beijing The Trump administration has revoked the visa of a Chinese national working for the state news agency Xinhua in the U.S. This move follows Beijing's decision to expel Vivian Wang, a New York Times correspondent, apparently over a DealBook event featuring Taiwan's leader AAP · May 29
Members of pro-immigration group hit by Trump crackdown on immigration La Union Del Pueblo Entero has seen engagement at its 8,000-member organization drop off after the Trump administration’s immigration raids. The Texas Tribune · May 29
International Business Times UK · May 29 Trump Acquired UFC Parent Company Stock Ahead of White House Bout, Critics Raise Ethics Concerns President Trump's stock purchase in UFC's parent company raises ethics concerns as a major UFC event is planned at the White House, coinciding with his birthday and the US's 250th anniversary.
International Business Times UK · May 29 Trump Legacy Denied: Judge Mandates Name Removed From Kennedy Center to Honour JFK Alone A federal court has blocked the rebranding of the Kennedy Center, ordering the removal of Trump's name. The decision upholds the site's original dedication to President Kennedy.
International Business Times UK · May 29 Donald Trump Faces Health Cover-Up Claims As White House Allegedly Withholds Walter Reed Exam Results The White House is under fire for refusing to release medical results from Donald Trump's latest Walter Reed exam, even as the president insists he is in 'perfect health.'
International Business Times UK · May 29 US Draft Peace Deal with Iran Includes '$300 Billion' Reconstruction Fund as Trump Withholds Final Signature A draft US-Iran agreement includes a $300 billion fund for Iran, rebranded as an 'investment fund' to avoid political backlash, amid ongoing negotiations and unresolved issues.
France 24 · May 29 Trump says he’s making final decision on Iran deal as Tehran slams ‘mixture of truth and lies’ US President Donald Trump on Friday said he would be making a final decision on a potential deal to end the US-Israeli war against Iran ahead of a high-security meeting in the White House Situation Room. But after more than two hours of deliberations, no decision has yet been forthcoming.
The Texas Tribune · May 29 In Harris County judge runoff, a Democratic upset underscores voters’ desire for new blood Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard.
The Independent UK · May 29 Trump is hemorrhaging key parts of his 2024 coalition. But they aren’t sold on Democrats, either ANALYSIS: Young men and Latinos who sent Trump to the White House are souring on him. But, Eric Garcia writes, Democrats have a lot of work to do to win them over
The Independent UK · May 29 SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk In the latest action to undo Biden-era regulations on climate change, the Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed repealing a rule that requires some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and the risks they face from global warming
Reason · May 29 Trump's Proposed $250 Bill Is Everything the Founders Despised George Washington actively opposed the U.S. Mint putting his face on coinage, as it would've resembled the reverence reserved for monarchs.