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‘Lots of pain might have been avoided’: Trump’s new nominee for Intelligence Director praised after initial pick caused an uproar in Congress

A Democrat noted that he will make “a terrific DNI.”

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Inside John Thune’s arithmetic

John Thune is rubbing his jaw, one of his telltale signs he’s tired. What should’ve been a week of celebration after muscling through his party’s second budget reconciliation package as Senate majority leader — nearly a year and a half into his tenure — was instead spent navigating hurdles set…

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Venezuela says leader of Tren de Aragua gang killed in 'joint operation' with US

The leader of the Tren de Aragua gang Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, for whom the US government had offered a reward of up to $5 million, was killed during a joint operation with the United States in southern Venezuela, the two countries announced on Friday.

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Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela

President Donald Trump says a “swift and lethal kinetic” U.S. strike has killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, whom he called “the infamous leader” of the Tren de Aragua gang

The Independent UK

Trump says leader of Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang killed in US strike

President says Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores killed in ‘swift and lethal’ military strike with help from Venezuela

The Guardian - US

US strike kills top Venezuelan drug cartel leader

Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, has reportedly been killed in a strike by the United States military.

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Senate Faces Pressure to Confirm Jay Clayton as Trump Abandons His Controversial Pick for Intelligence Director

The move comes just days before a critical surveillance law expires, adding urgency to an already messy transition.

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Trump Turns to Veteran Prosecutor Jay Clayton for Top Intelligence Post After Bipartisan Backlash to Pulte Appointment

Democrats and some Republicans criticized previous appointee Bill Pulte for his lack of intelligence and national security experience

Latin Times

Key US government surveillance program is set to expire. A look at what that means

A vital US spy program, Section 702, has expired. Congress failed to extend its powers. This tool helps prevent terror attacks and track foreign spies. A court order allows its use for another year. Lawmakers are on recess. The program's renewal has been contentious due to privacy concerns. A new…

The Economic Times

A key US government surveillance program is set to expire. A look at what that means

A key surveillance tool seen as vital in preventing terror attacks and catching foreign spies is set to expire after congressional efforts to temporarily extend it failed in bipartisan fashion

The Independent UK

Trump news at a glance: another day, another claim of imminent peace deal with Iran

President claims US and Iran are on the verge yet again, but we’ve heard that before – key US politics stories from Thursday 11 June

The Guardian - US

Jay Clayton: Trump pick has long legal résumé but few intelligence credentials

Former SEC chair, who has reportedly socialized and played golf with president, has questioned integrity of US elections

The Guardian - US

Trump nominates former SEC chair to succeed Tulsi Gabbard as DNI

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Senate plans fast action on Trump’s DNI pick

Senate Majority Leader John Thune told reporters Thursday he will try to get President Donald Trump’s pick for director of national intelligence confirmed “as quickly as possible.” “I don’t know what realistic is, but we’re gonna probe the limits of it,” the South Dakota Republican said. Trump on Thursday afternoon…

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The Independent UK

Trump taps former SEC chair to be his head of National Intelligence after Congress rejects Bill Pulte

Congressional Republicans, unenthusiastic about Pulte’s elevation to DNI, were unable to extend FISA legislation without Democratic votes

The Guardian - US

Trump nominates Jay Clayton as top US intelligence official after pushback on Bill Pulte

US president had faced widespread criticism of his decision to install a controversial ally, Bill Pulte

International Business Times UK

Google Employee Allegedly Made $1.2M Betting on D4vd as 2025's Top-Searched Name in Insider Scandal

A Google engineer is accused of exploiting confidential search data to place profitable bets on prediction markets, allegedly making more than $1.2 million, federal prosecutors say.

The Guardian - US

Google employee charged with using insider data to rig bets on Polymarket

US DoJ alleges software engineer Michele Spagnuolo, 36, earned $1.2m betting on Google’s most-searched list

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US charges Google engineer with insider trading on Polymarket

A Google engineer faces charges for allegedly using confidential company data. He is accused of rigging bets on Polymarket, a prediction platform. These bets were tied to Google's most-searched list. He reportedly made over a million dollars in profits. Authorities are investigating such insider trading. Google is cooperating with law…

The Independent UK

FBI warns of international scam to target Americans with ‘Trump Bucks’

The ‘Trump Bucks’ scam often targeted elderly Americans, officials said

The Independent UK

Judge blocks ICE arrests in immigration courts after agency falsely said agents could

Officers in NYC immigration courthouses can’t grab people in hallways after officials quietly admit policy mistake

The Times of India

Pakistani national among 3 arrested in US for attempting to smuggle 89 firearms into Canada

Three men, including a Pakistani national, face serious charges in the US for attempting to smuggle 89 firearms, many reportedly stolen, into Canada. Authorities apprehended the trio during a traffic stop, uncovering a significant cache of weapons. The accused are now detained, facing lengthy prison sentences for their alleged involvement…

The Independent UK

Federal prosecutors back release of Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged suicide note

Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, writes to judge arguing there is no longer any need to keep the letter secret

Axios

U.S. special forces soldier arrested over Polymarket bets on Maduro raid

This appears to be the first prosecution for alleged insider trading on a prediction market.

The Independent UK

ICE is cutting back on cuffing immigrants in courthouses and warrantless arrests: report

Trump administration appears to be backing off two major tactics that led to chaotic and violent scenes in his mass deportation campaign

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