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President Trump has instructed the Justice Department not to appeal a court ruling that relaxes regulations on short-barreled rifles, shotguns, and silencers. This decision permits broader possession and sale of these firearms, potentially complicating federal firearms prosecutions and challenging the Justice Department’s traditional duty to uphold existing laws.
Former US Senator Jon Kyl of Arizona has died at the age of 84, following complications from a neurological disease. Kyl, who played a key role in landmark water policy and the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, had been diagnosed with dementia in 2025 and retired from public life shortly thereafter.
The House passed a comprehensive Russia sanctions bill with a 262 to 159 vote, despite concerns from some Democrats about expanding President Trump’s tariff powers. The legislation now awaits presidential approval after previously receiving bipartisan support in the Senate.
The United States and China have agreed to a temporary reduction in the tariffs they impose on each other’s imports, marking a significant—if short-term—easing in trade tensions between the two economic powers.
Cliff Notes The US and China have agreed to a 90-day pause on tariffs, aiming…
Donald Trump has urged Ukraine to accept an invitation for direct talks with Russia, emphasizing urgency in the negotiation process to potentially end the conflict.
Donald Trump’s Middle East tour gains significance amid potential peace talks in Gaza and Ukraine, with a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin on the horizon.
Hamas has announced the impending release of Edan Alexander, an Israeli soldier and American citizen, as part of ceasefire negotiations with Israel.
A group of 49 white South Africans has begun their relocation to the United States, having been granted refugee status under a programme announced by the Trump administration in February.
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