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Marco Rubio Warns AI Destruction of White-Collar Careers 'Over Time Could Destabilise Societies All Over the World'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Congress about AI's potential to destabilise societies, emphasising the political implications of white-collar job disruption and the global AI race with China.

International Business Times UK · Jun 2

How to Bypass Post Office Queues and Renew Your US Passport Online in 40 Minutes

US citizens can now renew their 10-year passports online in 40 minutes via MyTravelGov, eliminating paperwork and post office visits, though processing times remain unchanged.

International Business Times UK · Jun 2

US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visas

The State Department plans to slash the number of U.S. embassies and consulates in Africa that can process visas for foreigners seeking to come to the United States

The Independent UK · Jun 1

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Trump Admin Targets Brazil's Largest Criminal Networks With Terror Designation, Vows 'Unwavering Commitment to Dismantling Cartels'

The State Department labeled Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) as "two of the most violent criminal organizations in Brazil"

Latin Times · May 31

US sanctions Iran-linked buyers of sensitive military technology

The United States has dismantled an Iranian network that defrauded American tech companies out of millions to acquire sensitive military technology. The network, led by Ali Majd Sepehr, used fake websites and intermediaries to smuggle advanced equipment into Iran, violating US sanctions. This action follows a $15 million reward announcement…

The Economic Times · May 30

U.S. Offers $15 Million Reward for Information Leading to the 'Disruption of the Financial Mechanisms' of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard

The Treasury Department also sanctioned an alleged oil sales network involving Hong Kong-based entities that facilitated storage, transport and sale of Iranian oil worth billions of dollars

Latin Times · May 29

No Pseudonymity for Most Challengers of Visa Vetting Policy

From Doe v. U.S. Dep't of State, decided yesterday by Chief Judge James Boasberg (D.D.C.): Plaintiffs are 49 U.S. visa… The post No Pseudonymity for Most Challengers of Visa Vetting Policy appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · May 28

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US Restricts Disease Experts from Communicating With WHO Amid Ebola Outbreak and Global Health, Reports Reveal

The Trump administration has restricted US infectious disease experts from direct WHO communication, impacting global outbreak responses, including the Ebola crisis in Central Africa.

International Business Times UK · May 27

US exhausts EB-2 green card quota for India in FY2026

US State Department has announced a halt on EB-2 Green Card issuances for Indian applicants. All available visas for fiscal year 2026 are now exhausted. This means no new approvals will be granted until the new fiscal year begins on October 1, 2026. This impacts professionals with advanced degrees or…

The Economic Times · May 27

Unofficial Trump Envoy Raises Oversight Concerns in Venezuela Policy: Report

Mauricio Claver-Carone, a former Trump official and briefly the State Department's special envoy for Latin America, is a central figure in Washington's dealings with Venezuela, something that has raised oversight concerns, according to a new report.

International Business Times · May 26

Over 100 ambassador roles are vacant, doubling rate from Trump’s first term

The U.S. hasn’t confirmed ambassadors to more than half the nations in the world, including those who serve in conflict zones such as Ukraine and the Middle East

The Independent UK · May 26

Trump Cabinet's dramatic policy changes

Trump's words are no longer reliable indicators of policy, but Cabinet members are speaking volumes

Salon · May 26

State department scrubs Rubio's 'every country has stupid people' remark as critics wonder if it applies to Trump

The State Department deleted a social media post featuring Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's remarks after critics suggested he called President Trump "stupid." This incident highlights the sensitivity around the word "stupid" in the Trump era, a term the President frequently uses to describe opponents and even allies.

The Times of India · May 25

‘Original intent of the law’: Trump claimed his war was on illegal immigrants – he has now ordered legal applicants to return home

“He’s telling them to leave America”

We Got This Covered · May 25

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The Economic Times · May 22

Want a green card? Leave the United States first

Foreign nationals temporarily in the U.S. must now apply for green cards from their home countries, according to a new USCIS policy. This change requires individuals seeking permanent residency to complete the process abroad, a move criticized by immigrant aid groups as potentially endangering vulnerable migrants.

International Business Times · May 22

ICE Arrests Sister Of Cuba Military Conglomerate Chief In Miami As U.S. Ramps Up Pressure On Havana

U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained the sister of the woman who heads Grupo de Administración Empresarial S.A. (GAESA), Cuba's powerful military-run conglomerate, in Miami, as Washington continues to ramp up pressure against Havana.

The Independent UK · May 20

Trump’s face should be left off new passports, Dems say in letter to Marco Rubio

The president and his supporters have shown a zeal for plastering Trump’s face across official documents and Washington landmarks

Latin Times · May 20

US Colleges Warn of International Student Crisis as Visa Delays Threaten Fall 2026 Enrollment

US higher education groups are urging the Trump administration to expedite student visa processing, as delays, travel bans, and stricter screening threaten Fall 2026 international enrollment.

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Latin Times · May 19

Trump Administration Plans to Admit up to 10,000 More White South African Refugees Into the United States

The administration claimed through an emergency notice to Congress that "unforeseen developments in South Africa created an emergency refugee situation"

We Got This Covered · May 18

‘Great unforced errors’: Foreign policy crises rise, yet Trump permanently slashes diplomats and gives jobs to his family and friends

State Department evaluation now come with a check for loyalty.

The Conversation · May 18

Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains

The first half of 2026 has been a chaotic time for U.S. foreign policy: new tariffs, threats to annex Greenland, the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Latin Times · May 17

Israel Reportedly Preparing For The Possibility That Iran War Will Resume Soon

Israel is preparing for the possibility that the war in Iran will resume soon, according to a new report.

Radio France Internationale · May 16

Sierra Leone to take in hundreds of West Africans deported by US, minister says

Sierra Leone has agreed to take in hundreds of West African migrants who are being deported by the United States, its foreign minister has said – the latest deal as part of the Trump administration's bid to accelerate removals.

Euronews · May 15

Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by 45 days following talks in the US

The US State Department will hold negotiations aimed at reaching a permanent political agreement on the 2 and 3 June. Beforehand, the Pentagon is to bring together military delegations from the countries concerned on 29 May.

International Business Times · May 15

Israel Reportedly Preparing For The Possibility That Iran War Will Resume Soon

Israel is preparing for the possibility that the war in Iran will resume soon, according to a new report.

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