Trump's new weapons plan for Ukraine
President Donald Trump has endorsed a plan for European allies to buy U.S. military equipment for Ukraine, signaling a shift in U.S. policy towards supporting Ukraine with more advanced weaponry.
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Supreme Court allows Trump to dismantle the Education Department
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can proceed with its efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, allowing the layoff of nearly 1,400 employees and the transfer of key programs to other agencies.
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Jeffrey Epstein case backlash among Trump supporters
President Trump faces backlash from his base after downplaying the significance of the Jeffrey Epstein files and defending his administration's review, which found no evidence of blackmail or a 'client list'.
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Historic Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed by wildfire
A raging wildfire has destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, along with dozens of other structures, marking a significant loss for the national park and its visitors.
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Federal Reserve's building renovations draw White House criticism
The cost of renovating the Federal Reserve's offices in Washington, D.C., has soared, drawing criticism from the Trump administration amid ongoing tensions over interest rate policies.
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24 states sue Trump administration over frozen education grants
A coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia has sued the Trump administration for freezing over $6 billion in federal education grants, impacting K-12 schools and adult education programs nationwide.
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Immigration judges fired amid efforts to speed up deportations
The Trump administration has fired additional immigration judges as part of its efforts to expedite deportations, raising concerns about the growing backlog of immigration cases.
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Health care lobby fails to stop Medicaid funding cuts
Despite dire warnings from the health care industry, Republicans passed legislation cutting more than $1 trillion from Medicaid over a decade, marking a rare political loss for powerful lobbying groups.
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Billy Joel documentary reveals personal and professional struggles
HBO's documentary on Billy Joel offers a revealing look at the musician's personal and professional life, including his struggles with addiction and relationships, while celebrating his impact on music.
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New releases in books cover a wide range of topics
This week's new book releases include a mix of fiction and nonfiction, from Silvia Moreno-Garcia's 'The Bewitching' to Laura Poppick's 'Strata: Stories from Deep Time', offering something for every reader.
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