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Kaine: Strait of Hormuz should be 'open to all'

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine (D) said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened for all shipping traffic after Iran announced the waterway's...

19.04.2026 3

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Mamdani describes relationship with Trump as 'productive'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) on Sunday characterized his working relationship with President Trump as "productive." "I would say it's...

19.04.2026 1

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Cuban president says 'dialogue and deals' with US 'possible' but 'difficult'

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Sunday that any possible agreements or discussions with the United States are "possible," but "difficult,"...

12.04.2026 4

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Haley pours cold water on possible 2028 presidential bid

Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Sunday indicated that she won't seek the party's nomination in 2028. "I will not," she responded to...

12.04.2026 3

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House lawmakers, on both sides of the aisle call on Swalwell, Gonzales to resign amid misconduct allegations

A growing number of House lawmakers, including both Democrats and Republicans, are calling on Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales...

12.04.2026 4

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Trump announces Navy blockade in Strait of Hormuz after Iran talks fizzle

President Trump on Sunday announced that the U.S. military will begin blockading ships seeking to enter the Strait of Hormuz after weekend talks with...

12.04.2026 4

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Former Trump adviser on president's latest Iran threat: 'Not going to get a deal’

Brett McGurk, who served under President Trump during his first term, warned that the president's latest threats against Iran will not bring Tehran to...

05.04.2026 5

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How MAGA divides over Iran manifested at CPAC

The annual Conservative Political Action Conference in Texas has underscored persistent divides within the Republican Party over President Trump’s...

28.03.2026 8

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TSA lines 'going to get much worse,' Duffy says

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Sunday that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at airports is likely to get "much worse," as...

22.03.2026 6

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Tillis rips Trump’s NATO criticism: US lives would 'be lost great numbers without' alliance

Retiring Republican Sen. Thom Tillis (N.C.) ripped President Trump's threats against the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in recent weeks,...

22.03.2026 8

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Energy secretary: US conflict in Iran will 'certainly' end in 'next few weeks'

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that he thinks the U.S. conflict in Iran could end in the next weeks — or even sooner. "I think that this...

15.03.2026 9

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US demanding countries assist with ship escorts in Strait of Hormuz: UN ambassador

United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz on Sunday said that the U.S. is demanding that international allies help escort ships through the Strait of...

15.03.2026 7

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Russia ‘helping’ Iran ‘in many different directions’ amid war: Araghchi

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday underscored Tehran's relationship with Moscow, as reports that Russia is providing the Middle Eastern...

08.03.2026 7

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Trump on Iran security chief's retaliation threats: 'I couldn't care less'

President Trump on Saturday evening dismissed one of Tehran's few surviving leaders' threats against the U.S as its military campaign in Iran enters...

08.03.2026 20

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Johnson, Allred advance to runoff for Dallas-area House seat

Rep. Julie Johnson (D-Texas) and former Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas) are projected to head to a runoff in the Democratic primary for Texas’s newly...

04.03.2026 9

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Trump agrees to speak to Iran's interim leadership: The Atlantic

President Trump on Sunday reportedly said he has agreed to speak to Iran's new leadership after the U.S. and Israel's joint strikes killed Ayatollah...

01.03.2026 10

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3 US servicemembers killed in Iran military operation: CENTCOM

The U.S. announced Sunday that three servicemembers were killed in this weekend's military operation in Iran. Five members were seriously injured,...

01.03.2026 10

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Man fatally shot by law enforcement at Trump's Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach

A man was shot and killed by law enforcement personnel at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Fla., early Sunday morning. Secret...

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Trump rips Olympic skier over remarks about representing US

President Trump ripped Hunter Hess on Sunday after the U.S. skier spoke out against the political climate in his home country at the 2026 Winter...

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5-year-old boy, father return to Minnesota after ICE detainment

Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father Adrian Conejo Arias returned to Minnesota Sunday after the duo were detained by Immigration and Customs...

01.02.2026 9

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Federal judge blocks DHS from 'destroying or altering' evidence after fatal Minneapolis shooting

A federal judge in Minnesota late Saturday blocked the Department of Homeland Security from "destroying or altering" evidence after a man was shot and...

25.01.2026 10

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Holmes Norton files to end reelection campaign

Washington, D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) on Sunday moved to end her reelection campaign after 35 years on Capitol Hill. Holmes Norton, 88,...

25.01.2026 9

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Trump urges Cuba to cut deal with US

President Trump on Saturday suggested that Cuba should cut a deal with the U.S. after last weekend's military actions in Venezuela. "THERE WILL BE NO...

11.01.2026 10

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Trump threatens Maduro successor: The Atlantic

President Trump on Sunday reportedly threatened Venezuela’s new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, after the U.S. ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás...

04.01.2026 10

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Flights resume after FAA restricts Caribbean airspace following Venezuela strikes

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced overnight that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) would allow airlines to resume flights in the...

04.01.2026 10

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Cuellar defends Democratic House bid after Trump pardon: 'I will work with the president'

Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) on Sunday responded to President Trump, who said he regretted pardoning the Texas Democrat from bribery charges earlier...

07.12.2025 10

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Trump on Cuellar running as Democrat after pardon: ‘Such a lack of loyalty’

President Trump on Sunday offered more insight into his decision to pardon former Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) and his wife Imelda, who were both...

07.12.2025 10

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4 killed, 14 shot at family gathering in California

Four people were killed and 14 others were injured during a shooting at a family event in Stockon, Calif., officials said Saturday. The incident,...

30.11.2025 10

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Massie predicts a 'deluge' of House Republicans will vote to release Epstein files

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) predicted “100 or more” House Republicans could vote in favor of releasing files and documents related to the late sex...

16.11.2025 10

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EPA union: Government shutdown deal must include health care funding

The president of the union representing Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) workers on Monday urged Congress to include health care protections in a...

03.11.2025 10

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Live updates: Protesters rally nationwide against Trump at ‘No Kings’ events

Thousands of “No Kings” rallies kicked off nationwide on Saturday against President Trump and his policies.  Defiant Democrats have embraced this...

18.10.2025 10

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Biden undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer

President Biden is receiving radiation therapy as he battles an aggressive form of prostate cancer, a spokesperson told The Hill on Saturday.  “As...

11.10.2025 10

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Senate Democrats slam Social Security chief over retirement age confusion

A group of Senate Democrats slammed President Trump’s Social Security chief after he walked back comments made about possibly raising the...

01.10.2025 10

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Cuomo walks runway at bipartisan New York fashion show

New York mayoral candidate and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo made his catwalk debut this week. Politicians from across New York, including former Gov....

13.09.2025 20

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National Guardsman ticketed for running red light in DC crash

A National Guardsman was ticketed on Wednesday after running a red light and injuring a person in a crash with a civilian vehicle in Washington, D.C....

22.08.2025 10

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Mace requests Trump to unfreeze Biden-era climate funding: Report

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) reportedly requested the Trump administration to unfreeze Biden-era climate funding in support of a car manufacturing plant...

28.06.2025 10

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Trump: Musk will face 'serious consequences' if he donates to Democrats

President Trump on Saturday said tech billionaire Elon Musk will face “serious consequences” if he moves to support Democratic political...

07.06.2025 10

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Simone Biles rails against ‘sore loser’ conservative activist over trans athletes

Olympian gymnast Simone Biles on Friday night clashed with conservative activist Riley Gaines over a transgender athlete’s participation on a...

07.06.2025 10

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Trump pulls nomination for NASA administrator

The White House on Saturday said it will pull the nomination of tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator. “It’s essential that the...

01.06.2025 10

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Trump sets up Monday call with Putin to talk ceasefire, trade

President Trump on Saturday announced that he will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday as the administration has signaled...

17.05.2025 10

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Trump berates Walmart over price hikes: ‘Eat the tariffs'

President Trump on Saturday lambasted Walmart over its decision to raise prices this week due to the high costs associated with the Trump...

17.05.2025 10

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Iran says no new nuclear proposal, disputing Trump: 'Confusing and contradictory' messaging

A top Iranian official pushed back on President Trump Friday, calling his recent remarks about a nuclear deal “confusing and contradictory.” Trump...

17.05.2025 10

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US measles cases surpass 1K: CDC

The number of measles cases in the U.S. has risen to over 1,000 cases, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...

17.05.2025 10

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Trump administration drops Biden-era lawsuit against Southwest Airlines

The Trump administration on Friday dropped a lawsuit brought against Southwest Airlines by former President Biden's Transportation Department (DOT)...

17.05.2025 10

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Crockett: 'Beyond wild' no one is questioning Trump mental acuity

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) railed against President Trump late Thursday, questioning his mental fitness amid economic turmoil kickstarted by his...

12.04.2025 10

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Close call between Delta flight, Air Force jet reported near DCA

A Delta flight received an onboard alert that an Air Force jet was close by as it took off near Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on Friday...

29.03.2025 20

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Charlamagne tha God: Schumer, Jeffries should step down

Radio host Charlamagne tha God on Friday slammed Democrats leadership in Congress, calling for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and House...

15.03.2025 20

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Trump says ISIS chief killed in Iraq

President Trump on Friday announced that ISIS’s second in command was killed in Iraq this week, touting it as an example of his administration’s...

15.03.2025 10

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Impeached South Korean leader freed from prison

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison Saturday after a court ruled his detention over insurrection charges was...

08.03.2025 10

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About 8 in 10 say they've recently experienced extreme weather: Survey

Roughly 80 percent of Americans said they have recently experienced extreme weather, according to a new poll. The survey, released Friday from The...

01.03.2025 10

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