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U.S. Economy Grows 2% Despite Energy Price Surge From Iran War
GDP expansion continues at steady pace through first quarter even as Middle East conflict begins affecting fuel costs nationwide.
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Breaking news from the U.S. and around the world, reported as it happens.
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Oil Prices Hit Wartime High Above $120 as Iran Conflict Disrupts Middle East Supplies
Energy markets surge to highest levels in years as prolonged military standoff threatens global economic growth through broader inflation fears.
Top NewsSupreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Voting Map in Major Blow to Voting Rights Act
High court rules state's redistricting constitutes unconstitutional racial gerrymandering, potentially limiting creation of majority-minority districts nationwide.
Top NewsJerome Powell to Stay on Fed Board After Chair Term Ends, Citing Legal Threats
Federal Reserve Chair says he will continue as governor past May 15 to protect central bank independence amid Trump administration pressure campaign.
Top NewsHousing Market Rebound Stalls as Extended Iran War Creates Buyer Uncertainty Nationwide
Potential homebuyers across the country are adopting wait-and-see approaches amid economic volatility, though Miami's market appears largely immune to the broader trend.
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U.S. Gas Prices Soar to $4.23 Per Gallon as Iran War Disrupts Middle East Energy Supplies
Crude oil prices hit fresh highs since the conflict began, with energy supplies from the region remaining severely disrupted amid the extended military campaign.
Top NewsEF-2 Tornado Kills 1, Destroys Homes in Runaway Bay as Texas Storm Outbreak Enters Sixth Day
A 135 mph twister obliterated a manufactured home in Wise County. The same system spawned a separate EF-1 in Springtown, Parker County, that killed a second person and displaced 20 families.
Top NewsFederal Judge Orders Justice Department to Explain Position on Trump's $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit
Court demands clarity on whether DOJ will oppose president's massive damages claim over tax return disclosure.
Top NewsKing Charles Presents Trump with Golden Bell at State Dinner, Jokes About 'Giving Us a Ring'
The British monarch charmed guests with humor while subtly reinforcing diplomatic ties amid tensions over NATO and Britain.
Top NewsDOJ Secures New Indictment Against James Comey Over Social Media Post Allegedly Threatening Trump
The former FBI director faces charges stemming from a photograph of seashells posted on a North Carolina beach that the Trump administration characterized as a threat.
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King Charles Delivers Subtle Rebuttal to Trump's NATO Attacks During Historic State Visit
The British monarch gently pushed back against President Trump's criticism of Britain and the Atlantic alliance during a state dinner at the White House.
Top NewsJudge Rules Maurene Comey Can Sue Trump Administration Over Firing
The former federal prosecutor who handled high-profile cases against Jeffrey Epstein and Sean Combs claims she was terminated for political reasons.
Top NewsTrump Administration Secures New Indictment Against James Comey
The charges stem from a photograph of seashells on a North Carolina beach, marking another legal development in ongoing investigations.
Top NewsUS 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.
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."
