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President Trump plans to sign an executive order shutting down the U.S. Education Department, following cuts to agency programs. In Chicago, Mayor Johnson meets with education officials to address school district finances amid contract disputes. Newly released JFK files reveal CIA operations, Social Security Administration to require in-person identity checks, and NTSB reports on near-collision at Midway Airport. Full Article

Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer emphasized that impeachment is not an appropriate response to disagreeing with a judicial decision, citing Chief Justice John Roberts. Breyer criticized calls from President Trump and Rep. Brandon Gill to impeach Judge James Boasberg over a deportation ruling, stressing the importance of following the legal process. Breyer highlighted Roberts' statement as educational for non-lawyers, supporting the normal appellate review process for addressing disagreements with judicial decisions. Full Article

Shane Croucher, Breaking News Editor at Newsweek, oversees various editorial teams and previously covered U.S. news and politics. American intelligence contradicted President Trump's claim that Ukrainian troops were encircled in Russia's Kursk region, according to Reuters. This breaking news story will be updated with more information soon. Full Article

Latea Hentz and her teenage children allegedly attacked an 8th-grade student on a school bus in Warren Township, Indianapolis, resulting in the victim suffering a broken nose. Hentz and her daughter and son were caught on security cameras and viral videos assaulting the student, with Hentz allegedly inciting the violence and making threats towards other children. Following the incident, Hentz was charged with four felonies, including Criminal Confinement and Battery Resulting in Moderate Injury, while...

The Pentagon restored webpages honoring Navajo Code Talkers and other Native American veterans after tribes criticized their removal during a DEI purge following an executive order by President Trump. The Defense Department acknowledged the mistake and reinstated the pages, including those of Jackie Robinson and other diverse servicemen, emphasizing the importance of recognizing historic achievements without focusing on immutable characteristics. Native American leaders expressed relief over the resolution, ensuring the legacy of the Code Talkers...

Iran is relying on its influence over the Houthi terrorist group in Yemen to advance its offensive aims following setbacks in the Middle East. Senior IRGC officials are reportedly involved in Houthi decision-making, with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei overseeing all Houthi affairs. The Houthi attacks have escalated, prompting threats from President Trump and highlighting Iran's support for the group. Full Article