House passes Trump-backed plan to avert government shutdown
The House of Representatives passed a bill to punt the government funding deadline until Nov. 21 on Friday.
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Russian jets violate Estonian airspace, foreign minister says
Russian jets carrying Kinzhal ballistic missiles breached Estonian airspace, prompting NATO interception and potential Article 4 consultation requests, according to sources.
Trump calls antifa ‘terrorist group,’ fueling fight over free speech and limits of law enforcement
President Trump declares antifa a major terrorist organization, sparking debate among experts about constitutional implications and enforcement challenges.
Trump’s plan to label antifa a “terrorist organization” likely to face legal hurdles
Washington — President Trump announced on social media Wednesday that he’s designating antifa as a “major terrorist organization.” But what that action would mean for the movement remains unclear, given that antifa has no official leadership or organization structure, and the president lacks authority to designate domestic terrorist organizations, experts say. The president’s announcement comes
EU looks to speed up Russian gas phase-out after Trump push
The European Union proposed Friday bringing forward a ban on Russian gas imports as part of a new package of sanctions aimed at sapping Moscow’s war chest after pressure from President Trump. Under the measures presented for approval by the bloc’s member states, the European Commission said it aims to phase out liquefied natural gas
Late-night hosts skewer Jimmy Kimmel suspension with humor and solidarity
Fellow late-night show hosts used a mix of humor, expressions of solidarity and even a song to respond to the suspension of ABC host Jimmy Kimmel in their shows on Thursday. Jon Stewart, who made a special appearance to skewer Kimmel’s suspension, opted for satire to critique ABC for suspending “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” indefinitely following comments Kimmel
IRS, Treasury Release Details About ‘No Tax on Tips’ Deduction
A view of the IRS building in Washington on April 11, 2025. Jonathan Ernst/Reuters The U.S. Treasury Department and IRS on Sept. 19 released details about a provision backed by the Trump administration and Republicans, passed by Congress earlier this year, that would provide a tax break for many employees who receive cash tips. In