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Milo Yiannopoulos Says He Regrets Past Support for Donald Trump

Deported political commentator Milo Yiannopoulos said in an interview that he is ashamed of his previous activism and support for Donald Trump’s political movement.

US Opens Safety Inquiry Into Driver-Assistance Systems Used by Commercial Trucks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a preliminary engineering review of automated driver-assistance software used by major trucking fleets following a series of highway collisions.

Hakeem Jeffries Launches Midterm Campaign Message Focused on Ethics and Oversight

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries used an event marking 100 days until the midterm elections to emphasize government ethics, institutional integrity and congressional oversight.

Ed Markey Defeats Seth Moulton in Massachusetts Democratic Senate Primary

US Senator Ed Markey defeated Representative Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary, securing his place on the ballot for the general election.

Trump Nominates Hung Cao as Permanent US Navy Secretary

President Donald Trump nominated retired Navy captain and former Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao to lead the Department of the Navy permanently after serving in an acting role.

Justice Department Expands Antitrust Probe Into Beef Prices and Major Grocery Chains

The US Justice Department is broadening its investigation into consumer beef prices to include eight of the country’s largest supermarket and grocery chains.

Federal Reserve Indicators Show Resilient US Labor Market as Core Inflation Persists

Federal economic data showed continued strength in the US labor market while measures of core inflation remained slightly above the Federal Reserve’s target.

Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Ordered to Stand Trial in Utah

A Utah judge ordered Tyler James Robinson to stand trial for the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk after prosecutors presented video, DNA and other evidence, leaving the defendant eligible for the death penalty.

Whistleblower Warns New USPS Ballot-Screening System Could Reject Entire Batches

An internal whistleblower report warned that revised US Postal Service procedures for screening mail-in ballots could incorrectly disqualify batches of votes if safeguards are not followed.

Gallup Finds 89% of Americans View Federal Government Corruption as Widespread

A Gallup survey found that 89% of US adults believe corruption is widespread in Washington, marking a two-decade high in public distrust of federal institutions.

US House Censures Republican Chuck Edwards 413-2 After Ethics Findings

The House voted 413-2 to censure North Carolina Republican Chuck Edwards after a bipartisan ethics investigation found that he violated chamber rules involving sexual harassment of two female staff members.

US State Department Issues Worldwide Caution Over Middle East Security Risks

The State Department urged Americans traveling abroad to remain vigilant and monitor possible flight cancellations and security disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

FBI and Homeland Security Warn Defense Contractors of Foreign Phishing Campaign

The FBI and Department of Homeland Security issued a joint advisory warning US defense contractors about an ongoing sophisticated cyber-espionage phishing operation attributed to a foreign state actor.

US Pushes Lighter AI Regulation at G20 Ministerial Meeting

The US administration urged international counterparts at a G20 innovation meeting in North Carolina to avoid rigid statutory oversight of artificial intelligence, emphasizing industry growth and technological competitiveness.

US and Canada Trade Tensions Deepen as Mark Carney Criticizes Washington

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged the United States to approach bilateral economic negotiations seriously as tensions rise over tariffs and the prospect of retaliatory trade measures.

Trump Meets Oil and Gas Executives as Middle East Conflict Pushes Up Fuel Prices

President Donald Trump met leading US energy executives and refiners at the White House to discuss domestic production and ways to lower gasoline prices following increases linked to the Middle East conflict.

Tropical Storm Edouard Hits Texas-Louisiana Border With Heavy Rain and Flood Risk

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border with sustained winds of 60 miles per hour, bringing heavy rainfall and widespread flash-flood watches along the upper Gulf Coast.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Resigns After Policy Disputes With Pentagon Leadership

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll submitted his resignation after months of disagreements with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over military strategy and the removal of senior officers.

US Energy Secretary Plans Venezuela Visit as $65 Billion Oil Framework Advances

Energy Secretary Chris Wright plans to travel to Venezuela as Chevron and other companies prepare possible operational expansions following legislative backing for a $65 billion oil framework.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent Vows Intensified Economic Pressure on Iran

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the administration intends to economically “asphyxiate” Iran after a temporary diplomatic understanding collapsed and regional hostilities resumed.

US House Passes Stopgap Funding Bill to Avert Shutdown Through December 11

The House of Representatives voted 370-48 to maintain federal funding at current levels through December 11, sending the measure to the White House and moving the next fiscal deadline beyond the November midterm elections.

US Launches Large-Scale Strikes on Iranian Military Targets Near Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command said American forces struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps air defenses, radar systems, maritime assets and minelaying capabilities, while President Donald Trump warned Iran of stronger retaliation if Tehran responds.

Hakeem Jeffries Launches Midterm Message Focused on Government Ethics and Accountability

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries used an event marking 100 days until the midterm elections to emphasize government integrity and allegations of self-dealing and ethical misconduct by the administration.

Trump Nominates Hung Cao as Permanent US Navy Secretary

President Donald Trump nominated retired Navy captain and former Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao to lead the Department of the Navy permanently after Cao served as acting secretary since April.

US House Censures Republican Chuck Edwards 413-2 After Sexual Harassment Findings

The House of Representatives voted 413-2 to censure North Carolina Republican Chuck Edwards after a bipartisan ethics panel concluded that he violated chamber rules through sexual harassment of two female staff members.

Gallup Finds 89% of Americans Believe Government Corruption Is Widespread

A Gallup survey found that 89% of US adults view corruption in the federal government as widespread, marking a two-decade high in public distrust and reflecting broad concern across Democrats, Republicans and independents.

Trump Meets US Oil and Gas Executives as Middle East Conflict Drives Energy Price Concerns

President Donald Trump met leading US energy executives at the White House to discuss domestic oil production and ways to reduce gasoline prices as disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict put pressure on energy markets.

Tropical Storm Edouard Hits Texas-Louisiana Border With Heavy Rain and Flood Threat

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near the Texas-Louisiana state line with sustained winds of 60 miles per hour, bringing flood watches and rainfall of up to nine inches across parts of the upper Gulf Coast.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent Vows Intensified Economic Pressure on Iran After Ceasefire Talks Collapse

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration intends to economically “asphyxiate” Iran after a temporary diplomatic understanding broke down and renewed regional hostilities ended ceasefire efforts.

US Central Command Details Strikes on Iranian Radar, Naval and Logistics Sites

US Central Command said American forces targeted Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps radar sites, naval facilities and logistics nodes in response to Iranian actions that threatened US personnel and commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf.

US House Passes Stopgap Funding Bill to Avert Government Shutdown Through December 11

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved temporary federal funding at current levels through December 11, sending the measure to President Donald Trump and pushing the next government funding deadline beyond the November midt...

US Launches Major Strikes on Iranian Targets After Hormuz Mine Attempt and Attack on Troops

US forces struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps installations in Iran after Tehran attempted to deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz and launched a missile attack at American personnel in Jordan, prompting President Donald Trump t...

Meta Agrees to $18 Billion Settlement in US Social Media Addiction Lawsuits

Meta Platforms agreed to pay $18 billion to resolve US legal challenges over the psychological impact and allegedly addictive design of its social media platforms on children, setting a major precedent for technology regulation and corpo...

Israeli Forces Capture Hamas Security Chief During Gaza Operations

Israeli forces detained Hamas's head of security during operations in the Gaza Strip, a significant tactical development as Israel faces domestic political disputes over the rising financial cost of its regional conflicts.

US Secures Operational Control of Major Venezuelan Oil Reserves, Displacing Russian and Chinese Firms

The United States announced an agreement giving North American energy companies operational control of 65 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves, replacing Russian and Chinese operators in a major shift for global energy markets.

US-Canada Trade Conflict Deepens as Trump Administration Doubles Tariffs

The Trump administration doubled tariffs on Canadian imports and demanded unprecedented geographic concessions, escalating a bilateral dispute that threatens North American economic stability and has drawn widespread condemnation from Ca...

Russian Drone and Missile Barrage on Kyiv Kills at Least 12 as EU Defense Ministers Meet

Russian forces launched explosive drones and missiles at Kyiv, killing at least 12 people as European Union defense ministers gathered in Ireland amid mounting pressure to address critical shortages in Ukraine's air defenses.

Himalayan Glacial Floods Kill More Than 1,000 Across Nepal and Tibet

More than 1,000 people have died and an estimated 4,000 remain missing in Nepal and China's Tibet region after a glacial collapse triggered catastrophic flash floods, prompting international rescue operations.

5US and Iran Exchange Direct Military Strikes as Middle East Hostilities Escalate

Iran launched missile attacks on US military installations in Jordan and Bahrain in retaliation for deadly American airstrikes targeting Iranian forces in Tehran and Sirik, sharply escalating direct hostilities between the two countries.

NASA Completes Major Propulsion Test for Artemis Lunar Program

NASA engineers have completed a series of static-fire tests on the Space Launch System core stage at Stennis Space Center, keeping preparations for upcoming crewed lunar-orbit missions on track.

U.S. Jobless Claims Remain Steady Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Weekly unemployment claims remained near historical averages, indicating continued resilience in the labor market ahead of the extended Labor Day holiday.

USPS Inspector General Opens Review of Rural Mail Delays and Staffing Shortages

The Postal Service inspector general has begun a nationwide audit after lawmakers raised concerns over prolonged rural delivery times and shortages of letter carriers.

U.S. Airlines Cancel Dozens of Flights as Severe Storms Disrupt Eastern Hubs

Late-summer thunderstorms caused ground stops and flight cancellations at major airports in New York, Atlanta and Washington, disrupting travel for tens of thousands of passengers.

U.S. State Department Issues Global Travel Advisory Over Heightened Security Risks

The State Department has urged Americans overseas to exercise greater caution and maintain low profiles in public places amid increased geopolitical tensions involving the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Former Gang Leader Duane Davis Convicted in 1996 Murder of Tupac Shakur

A Nevada jury found 63-year-old Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996.