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- House committee requests DOJ to investigate criminal charges against Jack Smith
- Family of Ann Widdecombe announces public memorial following her death
- Ukraine launches extensive drone strike on Wildberries warehouses in Russia
- Lawmakers update air passenger rights, enhancing protections for travellers
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- US and Saudi Arabia sign nuclear cooperation agreement for civilian programme
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Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, chair of the House Judiciary Committee, has referred former special counsel Jack Smith to the Justice Department for potential criminal charges, alleging he lied to Congress. Smith’s lawyers have called these allegations “spurious” and defended the accuracy of his testimony regarding the investigation into Trump.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have formalised a commercial nuclear deal, enabling the kingdom to develop a civilian nuclear programme with American cooperation, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman signed the agreement, which includes safeguards for nonproliferation.
The House passed the Stop Insider Trading Act on Wednesday, aiming to limit stock trading by Congress members. The bill, which requires disclosures of stock sales, received bipartisan support but drew criticism for not imposing stricter limits. A voter ID provision complicated its backing among Democrats.
President Trump will attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, prompting extensive security preparations. Enhanced measures will include a hard closure of the area, ticketed entry, and screening protocols for fans.
The FBI has dismissed five analysts linked to a now-retracted internal memo concerning “Radical Traditionalist Catholic” ideology, a decision following internal reviews that cited procedural errors but no malicious intent. The memo has attracted criticism from allies of former President Trump, alleging anti-Christian bias.
The Senate voted 47-52 to block an extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which will lapse on 12 June without further action. Seven Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the motion, citing concerns over warrantless surveillance of Americans. The legislation may be revisited next week.
The Food and Drug Administration has initiated a safety study on mifepristone, which could inform future access restrictions. The retrospective study will analyse hundreds of thousands of cases, with interim findings expected in July, as scrutiny on the drug increases following recent federal policy changes.
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe faces ongoing economic challenges and geopolitical tensions.
Coordination among member states remains crucial for stability and growth.
The House voted to send up to $8 billion in military loans to Ukraine, facilitated by a discharge petition initiated by Rep. Gregory Meeks. The legislation passed 226 to 195, with support from some Republicans. Its future in the Senate remains uncertain amid stalled bipartisan legislation targeting Russia.
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