Trial date set for man accused of trying to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh

A newly formed outside group, the Patient First Coalition (PFC), is launching a massive grassroots effort to support Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as Trump's Health and Human Services secretary, targeting undecided Republican senators. Kennedy faced heated Senate confirmation hearings last week over his controversial views on vaccines and health. PFC plans to mobilize supporters through media interviews and outreach, focusing initially on senators in Louisiana, Maine, Alaska, Kentucky, and North Carolina. Full Article

President Trump's decision to impose sweeping tariffs on major trading partners caused global market turmoil, with the dollar strengthening, oil prices rising, and US stock indexes falling initially before recovering slightly. The tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as China, raised fears of a trade war and prompted retaliatory measures from affected countries. This move by the Trump administration has led to uncertainty, market volatility, and inflation concerns, impacting various industries from...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent demanding answers for granting access to the federal payments system to Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, sparking outrage among Democrats over potential control of government spending. Musk's allies gained access as Treasury employees but have yet to gain operational abilities, with Musk accusing career officials of fraudulent payments without evidence. The Treasury Department has not commented on the matter, leading to concerns about...

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio observed a deportation flight transporting 43 migrants departing from Panama, showcasing the Trump administration's emphasis on preventing individuals from reaching the U.S. This action reflects the administration's strategy to deter migration by swiftly deporting those attempting to enter the country. Rubio's presence at the flight highlights the government's commitment to enforcing strict immigration policies and securing U.S. borders. Full Article

President Trump discussed recent tariffs on Canadian, Chinese, and Mexican imports, accusing China of "running the Panama Canal" during a gaggle with reporters at Joint Base Andrews. Trump's announcement to cut off all foreign aid to South Africa due to alleged land confiscation and human rights violations sparked a strong reaction from the South African presidency and commentators. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa denied land confiscation claims and expressed willingness to engage with the Trump...

A new study published in Science Advances challenges the long-held belief that dog breeds are uniquely suited to specific tasks due to structural adaptations. Analyzing 117 skulls from domestic dog breeds and wild canids, the research found that the shape of dogs' skulls across breeds overlaps significantly, suggesting that certain breeds may not have distinctive physical traits that enhance their abilities. The study also revealed that factors such as individual personality play a larger role...