The Trump administration proposed a deal to Ukraine for 50% ownership of the country’s rare earth minerals in exchange for U.S. support during the war with Russia, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent presenting a draft contract to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that was not immediately signed. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of U.S. military support, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that U.S. troops would not be deployed to Ukraine as part of any security guarantees, despite the possibility being raised by Vice President JD Vance in negotiations with Russia.
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Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
Supreme Court Rejects Gun Rights CasesA split Supreme Court declined to hear two gun rights cases concerning high-capacity magazines and state bans on AR-15s, with three conservative justices expressing disagreement. Justice Clarence Thomas emphasized the critical importance of addressing assault weapon bans, while Justice Brett Kavanaugh indicated the court may revisit this issue in future terms. The Maryland law, enacted after the Sandy Hook shooting, aims to restrict certain firearms and magazines, sparking debate over...
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