Arts Commission Approves Plan for Trump’s Triumphal Arch

An artist’s rendering of President Donald Trump’s proposed “Independence Arch” in a handout obtained on April 10, 2026. U.S. Commission on Fine Arts/Handout via Reuters A federal panel has approved the initial design for a large triumphal arch proposed by President Donald Trump near Washington, D.C., advancing the project to its next stage. The U.S.

Cuban President says country will “be ready” for possible U.S. attack

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Thursday that his country will “be ready” for a possible attack from the United States as President Trump’s rhetoric against Cuba continues to escalate.  Earlier this week, Mr. Trump said his administration could focus on Cuba after the war in Iran ends. With Cuba’s crisis deepening as a result of a U.S.

Cuban leader says country will “be ready” for possible U.S. attack

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Thursday that his country will “be ready” for a possible attack from the United States as President Trump’s rhetoric against Cuba continues to escalate.  Earlier this week, Mr. Trump said his administration could focus on Cuba after the war in Iran ends. With Cuba’s crisis deepening as a result of a U.S.

Trump announces he’s nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director

Washington — President Trump announced Thursday that he’s nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz to run the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.   Schwartz served as Mr. Trump’s deputy Surgeon General during his first term and as a Coast Guard rear admiral. She received her medical degree from Brown University and also holds a law degree

FISA extension vote delayed

House GOP leaders are pushing back the planned 3:15 p.m. procedural vote related to the bill extending a key spy power due to expire in four days. Leaders are continuing to negotiate with hard-liners to come up with a deal that can pass the chamber. No new time has been set for the rule vote.