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- Partial results show ‘No’ leading in Iceland’s EU referendum votes
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President Trump announced a new deal with Venezuela on Friday that he claims will grant the U.S. control over billions of oil barrels, potentially leading to reduced gas prices in the United States, according to reporter Olivia Gazis.
Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the UK on Friday after immigration authorities arrested him for overstaying his visa. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that a final removal order had been issued following his failure to appear at an immigration hearing.
President Trump announced a deal granting the United States majority control of over 60 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves. The agreement, described as a joint venture, aims to attract private investment and is anticipated to generate substantial tax revenue for Venezuela’s government.
A coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit aiming to block a new U.S. Postal Service rule on mail voting, claiming it undermines their election authority and risks disenfranchising voters. The final rule, linked to President Trump’s executive order, imposes new envelope design requirements and mandates voter information submission.
Senator Darline Graham won the South Carolina Republican Senate runoff, defeating Representative Ralph Norman, according to CBS News projections. Graham’s victory sets her up for the November election against Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic primary winner, as the seat is expected to remain Republican.
South Carolina Republicans are set to choose a candidate on Tuesday to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in the upcoming midterm election. Sen. Darline Graham is facing Rep. Ralph Norman in a runoff, with President Trump supporting Darline Graham amid concerns over her foreign policy knowledge.
Hasan Piker faced backlash from several Democrats, including Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, after asserting that some Jewish Americans’ support for Israel exacerbates antisemitism. El-Sayed clarified that his campaign does not endorse Piker’s views, emphasising that he alone represents the campaign’s stance.
Republican Rep. Tom Barrett joined Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at a Michigan apple orchard to promote efforts aimed at enhancing the American diet, including reducing certain artificial dyes in foods. Critics note that many initiatives rely on voluntary compliance, raising concerns about their efficacy and transparency.
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe focuses on economic stability and cooperation in response to ongoing geopolitical challenges.
Key discussions are set to advance regional unity.
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