US officials shared classified Yemen strike details via a commercial messaging app, bypassing secure SCIF protocols. Journalist Goldberg redacted sensitive information, sparking predictable denials and backlash from Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Mar 25, 2025
1 hr 9 min
Major U.S. banks, including Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, have closed 145 branches in five weeks, signaling a shift towards digital services. From February 7 to March 14, banks reported closures to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Flagstar Bank led with 44 closures, followed by TD Bank with 38. Bank of America added nine closures, totaling 168 in 2024. This trend highlights decreasing reliance on physical branches as customer preferences evolve.
Mar 24, 2025
1 hr 6 min
President Trump will sign an executive order on Thursday to begin dismantling the Department of Education, the White House announced. The event will feature several Republican governors, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. According to White House spokesperson Harrison Fields, the order aims to expand educational opportunities and empower parents, states, and communities. However, fully eliminating the department would require congressional approval, which remains uncertain.
Mar 20, 2025
1 hr 12 min
The Justice Department's National Security Division rushed to meet Donald Trump's promise to release JFK assassination files. Despite an initial FBI review, DOJ attorneys worked overnight, rechecking documents for declassification. Resources were shifted, and most division attorneys assisted, except those handling urgent cases, to meet the sudden, high-priority task.
Mar 19, 2025
1 hr 15 min
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard highlighted the growing India-US partnership during the Raisina Dialogue. She emphasized that Trump’s “America first” approach is not isolationist and aligns with Modi’s “India first” vision. Gabbard expressed confidence in stronger ties through collaboration in the Indo-Pacific, Quad, and security, despite reciprocal tariff threats and specific unresolved concerns.
Mar 18, 2025
1 hr 20 min
Donald Trump claimed that Joe Biden’s Jan. 6 pardons are invalid because they were signed using an autopen without Biden's knowledge or approval. Trump argued the necessary documents were neither explained nor approved by Biden.
Mar 17, 2025
1 hr 4 min
Senate Democrats on Wednesday rejected the Republican-led funding bill passed by the House, raising the likelihood of a government shutdown by Friday night. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Republicans for excluding Democrats from the process, pushing instead for a one-month extension to allow bipartisan negotiation. Meanwhile, Democrats remain divided, with some fearing the economic impact of a shutdown outweighs their objections to the bill’s cuts to nondefense spending and increased military funding. Should Congress avoid a shutdown?
Mar 13, 2025
1 hr 9 min
During Trump's first term, stocks rose on policy optimism, but current tariffs and budget cuts are unsettling investors. Despite the administration's promises of future gains, market confidence has declined. The S&P 500 fell 8.2%, the Nasdaq dropped 11.2%, and consumer-discretionary stocks plunged 14.2%, signaling broader economic worries.
Mar 12, 2025
1 hr 10 min
Critics argue Medicaid limits access to quality care due to low reimbursement rates, making it harder to find doctors and specialists. Additionally, a recipient's estate can be used to repay Medicaid for covered costs like nursing home and medical services.
Mar 12, 2025
1 hr 13 min
President Trump dismissed concerns about tariffs hurting the economy, calling them a “transition” to rebalance trade. He plans reciprocal tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting April 2, with potential increases. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick downplayed recession fears.
Mar 10, 2025
1 hr 10 min
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