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Despite ongoing Iran peace talks, Donald Trump celebrated Republican primary victories, asserting his party dominance. Meanwhile, his administration faced legal challenges and criticism over various projects, including a proposed triumphal arch and a new $250 bill design. Trump also reacted furiously to a judge's order removing his name from the Kennedy Center, threatening to withdraw his leadership.

US President Donald Trump addressed supporters in New York. He defended his intelligence and cognitive abilities. Trump dismissed criticism and stated he passed a cognitive assessment. He also discussed economic policies and urged voters to participate in upcoming elections. The rally supported Republican Congressman Mike Lawler.

Trump has said at least five times in the three months since the Iran war that it's ending. Now, it really does have to because his approval ratings are hitting all-time lows

Donald Trump's grip on the Republican Party is absolute, as evidenced by his endorsements in Texas and Kentucky primaries. Experience and electability are secondary to unwavering loyalty, with dissenters like Senator John Cornyn and Congressman Thomas Massie facing defeat. Trump has reshaped the GOP into a patronage empire where fealty is paramount.

The remarks came after Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif rejected US President Donald Trump’s appeal for Islamabad to join the Abraham Accords. Asif said Pakistan would not back any agreement that went against the country’s "fundamental ideologies". The Abraham Accords were brokered by the United States in 2020 and led to the normalisation of diplomatic, economic and security relations between Israel and several Arab nations.

A US congressional inquiry has launched a spotlight on maternity businesses, including a clinic operated by an Indian-origin physician, amid accusations of promoting 'birth tourism.' Legislators assert that the practice takes advantage of immigration laws, enabling international families to secure citizenship for their infants in the United States.

During his recent trip to Beijing, President Trump showcased a willingness to engage in conversations about US arms sales to Taiwan, confident that his personal bond with Xi Jinping would act as a buffer against any potential Chinese aggression. The visit, primarily focused on enhancing trade relations, also included key American business leaders.

US lawmakers are investigating Airbnb and AI firm Anysphere over their use of Chinese AI models, citing national security concerns. Concerns stem from potential data risks and vulnerabilities associated with AI trained by China's censorship regime. Airbnb CEO previously highlighted reliance on Alibaba's Qwen model for its speed and cost-effectiveness.

A scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where "shots fired" caused panic and evacuation, has been overshadowed by a viral video. Footage shows attendees, identified as press members, taking wine bottles from tables as the event cleared. This has sparked a heated online debate, with reactions ranging from casual acceptance to strong condemnation of alleged theft.

The researchers tied to sensitive US nuclear and aerospace programs have died or disappeared in recent years. While a federal investigation is on, these cases appear to echo a broader global pattern — one that remains difficult to explain and even harder to conclusively link

US President Trump's second term prioritizes oil, leveraging energy dominance for global influence. Campaign funding from oil interests aligns with policies boosting domestic production and easing regulations. Sanctions on rivals and geopolitical events like the Hormuz crisis engineer demand for American exports, impacting nations like India and reshaping global energy markets.