John Thune Tells Trump to Pipe Down on FISA Spy Bill Hijack
Senate Republican leader John Thune has dismissed Donald Trump's attempt to link voter ID laws to the essential FISA surveillance renewal bill.
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Bondi, Blanche, and the Epstein Files: A Political Game of Hot Potato
Pam Bondi finds herself in the middle of a political storm as transcripts reveal her push for the release of Epstein files, putting Todd Blanche in the spotlight.
A Rare Check on Power: Why the US House Just Said No to War
The US House has voted to limit presidential authority regarding military action in Iran, marking a significant, bipartisan effort to reclaim war powers.
Trump’s Name Stripped from Kennedy Center: A Legal Curtain Call
A US judge has ruled that Donald Trump's name must be removed from the Kennedy Center and that the venue must remain open despite previous closure plans.
World
Raúl Castro Indicted: Three Potential Paths for the Future of Cuba
The US indictment of Raúl Castro marks a dramatic shift in foreign policy. We explore three potential scenarios for how this legal move will impact the future of Cuba.
Politics
Howard Lutnick's Epstein Memory Lapse: Commerce Secretary Can't Recall the Unforgettable
US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick told the House Oversight Committee he cannot recall when he learned his neighbour Jeffrey Epstein was a registered sex offender, despite a 2012 family visit to Epstein's private island.
Politics
Trump Stops Mid-Speech After Mistaking Sky Object for a Drone at Rose Garden Dinner
Donald Trump paused his Rose Garden Club Dinner speech on 11 May to look skyward and joke about destructive drones, sparking yet another viral moment.
Politics
From Sacked to Stamped: Trump Hands FEMA Back to the Man He Fired, Cameron Hamilton
Donald Trump has nominated Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, just over a year after firing him from the acting role. We unpack the U-turn, the baggage and the looming confirmation fight.
World
Iran's Reply Lands in Washington's Inbox: What We Actually Know (and Don't)
Iran has replied to US proposals aimed at ending the 2026 war, with Pakistan acting as mediator, but the contents remain under wraps. Here's what UK readers actually need to know.
Politics
Comey Crusade Fallout: Why Half the Eastern District of Virginia Seems to Be Updating Its CV
More than half a dozen prosecutors have reportedly been demoted or pushed out of the Eastern District of Virginia as the Trump administration's drive to prosecute James Comey reshapes one of America's most strategically important justice offices.
Politics
Lasers, Birthdays and Bingo Bongo: Inside Trump's 5am Truth Social Meltdown
Trump's 5am Truth Social spree mixed AI laser memes about Iran with plans for a UFC bash on his 80th birthday. We unpick what's true, what's wonky, and why UK readers should care.
Politics
Qatar's Gilded Gift: Trump's Bling-Heavy Air Force One Set for Summer Touchdown
The ex-Qatari Boeing 747-8i destined to serve as Trump's interim Air Force One has finished modifications and is set for summer 2026 delivery, though questions over true costs and the Emoluments Clause refuse to land.