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US Gas Prices Surge to Highest Level Since Iran War Began
Prices jumped 1.6% Tuesday in the largest single-day increase in over a month as supply shortages intensify from the ongoing Middle East conflict.
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Top NewsUAE Announces Immediate Departure From OPEC Amid Oil Production Disputes
The Gulf nation's exit deals a significant blow to the oil cartel's influence as global energy markets face unprecedented disruption from the Iran war.
Top NewsCharges Filed Against Suspect in Trump Assassination Attempt at Black-Tie Gala
California man Cole Allen faces federal charges after authorities say he stormed Saturday's event seeking to kill the president.
Top NewsTrump Dissatisfied With Iran's Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The proposal would set aside nuclear program questions but fails to meet administration demands for comprehensive regional security.
Top NewsSupreme Court to Decide Fate of Thousands of Roundup Cancer Lawsuits
High court will hear arguments in landmark case that could end litigation claiming Bayer's herbicide causes cancer.
Top NewsSupreme Court Weighs Police Use of Cell Location Data in Major Privacy Case
Justices grapple with constitutional limits on geofence searches that sweep up location data from cellphones near crime scenes.
Top NewsSupreme Court Reviews Police Use of Cell Phone Location Data in Criminal Investigations
Justices examine controversial 'geofence' searches that sweep up location data from cellphone users near crime scenes to identify suspects and witnesses.
Top NewsCole Tomas Allen Held in Correspondents' Dinner Shooting as Authorities Probe Motives
California Institute of Technology graduate worked as tutor before armed attack at Washington press gala that sent guests diving for cover.
Top NewsSenator Tillis Ready to Advance Fed Nominee Warsh After Justice Department Drops Investigation
Key committee vote on Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve nomination expected to proceed after prosecutors provide assurances to concerned senator.
Top NewsSecret Service Agents Climb Over Tables as Gunman Storms White House Correspondents' Dinner
Guests dove for cover as armed suspect Cole Tomas Allen breached security at Washington Hilton during black-tie event with President Trump and top officials.
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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh Nomination Advances After DOJ Drops Investigation
Senator Thom Tillis signals support for confirmation vote after receiving assurances from federal prosecutors about concluded inquiry.
Top NewsCole Tomas Allen Identified as Gunman in White House Correspondents' Dinner Attack
California man brought down by Secret Service after shooting at hotel hosting annual press event attended by President Trump.
Top NewsGunman Cole Tomas Allen in Custody After Shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner
California man identified as lone shooter who opened fire at Washington Hilton while President Trump attended annual media event. Secret Service subdued attacker carrying multiple weapons.
Top NewsU.S. War in Iran Drains Critical Weapons Arsenal as Costs Hit $1 Billion Daily
American military stockpiles rapidly depleting as Iranian conflict stretches into costly prolonged engagement. Pentagon faces mounting pressure over unsustainable spending and strategic implications.
Top NewsTrump Evacuated from White House Correspondents' Dinner Following Shooting Incident
President and senior administration officials rushed from ballroom as authorities detain one person after gunfire at annual media event.
Top NewsTexas Wins Right to Arrest and Deport Border Crossers as Court Overturns Injunction
Federal appeals court rules controversial 2023 state law allowing local police to detain migrants is constitutional, setting up likely Supreme Court battle.
Top NewsTrump Contract Scandal: Park Service Awards Secret No-Bid Deal to Presidential Ballroom Builder
National Park Service dramatically increased contract value for Lafayette Park fountains and awarded it to the same Maryland firm building Trump's ballroom, experts call process "highly unusual."
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Federal Reserve Probe Creates 'Lasting Damage' to Central Bank Independence
Trump administration's investigation of Jerome Powell has undermined confidence in the Fed's ability to operate free from political interference before leadership transition.
Top NewsFederal Reserve Investigation Creates 'Lasting Damage' to Central Bank Independence
Trump administration's attacks on Fed under Pirro probe rattled confidence before leadership transition to Kevin Warsh.
Top NewsTrump Seeks to Dismantle Iran's Nuclear Arsenal He Helped Create
President confronts massive uranium enrichment program that emerged after his 2018 withdrawal from nuclear accord.
Top NewsJustice Department Drops Criminal Investigation Into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
The stunning reversal clears the path for Kevin Warsh, Trump's Fed chair nominee, to win confirmation after months of political pressure.
Top NewsJet Fuel Shortages Threaten Summer Travel as Iran War Drives Sky-High Costs
Airlines are cutting routes and raising prices as volatile fuel costs strain the industry, making European vacations increasingly unaffordable.
Top NewsTodd Blanche Targets Trump Critics in DOJ Leadership Bid Amid Payback Campaign
Mr. Blanche's actions are designed to demonstrate progress on the president's priorities, with revenge against political enemies at the top of the list.
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Kevin Warsh Vows to Shrink Fed's $6 Trillion Balance Sheet as Trump's Central Bank Pick
President Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve wants to overhaul the central bank and reduce its massive market footprint.
Top NewsTrump's Approval Rating Plummets to Historic Low as Iran War Economic Impact Spreads
President faces mounting political backlash as conflict's costs ripple through American households, driving up prices on everyday goods including condoms.
Top NewsSupreme Court Tariff Ruling Triggers $166 Billion Corporate Windfall as Consumers Left Out
Following court decision striking down Trump-era tariffs, companies apply for massive refunds but remain silent on whether savings will reach families who paid the higher costs.
Top NewsIran Conflict Escalates Into Dangerous Strait of Hormuz Standoff
Trump threatens to shoot Iranian boats laying mines as economic costs mount and political backlash grows at home.
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Iran War Drains U.S. Military Arsenal as Pentagon Warns of Readiness Crisis
Critical weapons shortages leave America less prepared to confront potential adversaries like Russia and China, administration officials say.
Top NewsRevolutionary Guards Consolidate Power as Collective Leadership Emerges Following Khamenei's Death
Iran enters new era of military-dominated governance after Supreme Leader's killing, marking historic shift from clerical rule to Revolutionary Guard control.
Top NewsMAHA Movement Turns Against Trump as Key Supporters Threaten to Stay Home in Midterms
Vaccine skeptics and environmental activists who helped elect Trump express disillusionment with his administration's health policies, particularly his support for glyphosate.
