Washington — Some Democrats are inviting fired federal workers to President Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday instead of boycotting the speech. Back in their home districts, Republican lawmakers have faced backlash from constituents over sweeping cuts to the federal government, which have been overseen by the Department of Government Efficiency,
Washington — President Trump said Monday that he has decided to move forward with 25% tariffs on nearly all goods imported from Mexico and Canada, after taking a month for aides to negotiate a potential reprieve. The tariffs go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, hours before Mr. Trump’s first joint address to Congress
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country felt the full support of its European allies after a summit in London over the weekend, as he reiterated the need for Western security guarantees as part of any agreement to secure a lasting end to the war sparked by Russia’s full-scale invasion of his country three years
The Pentagon announced Monday that Fort Moore, formerly named Fort Benning for a Confederate general, will again be named Fort Benning, although it will now honor a different Benning. Defense Secretary Hegseth in a statement said the base will now honor Cpl. Fred G. Benning, who was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his extraordinary
Washington — President Trump announced Monday that a leading Taiwanese semiconductor chip company plans to invest $100 billion in new manufacturing plants in the U.S. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, or TSMC, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of semiconductor chips, and plans to make the major investment over the next several years. Mr. Trump
Washington — Two top Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee have launched an investigation into the Justice Department for seeking to dismiss charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. In a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi on Sunday, Reps. Jamie Raskin of Maryland and Jasmine Crockett of Texas accused the Justice Department of
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with King Charles III, the country’s head of state, on Monday and was expected to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to make Canada the 51st state. Trudeau received a warm welcome as the two met for a private audience at the monarch’s country residence, Sandringham, but officials did