Iran meeting with Gulf countries to discuss Strait of Hormuz deal without the US
Gulf diplomats and Iranian officials will meet without US involvement to discuss an Omani plan for re-opening the Strait of Hormuz to regular tanker traffic.
Trump calls $5,000 payouts ‘easy’ to fit into federal budget
Congress would have to approve such a payment, House Speaker Mike Johnson said.
Obama reportedly urges Democrats to prioritize safety plan for AI
Ex-president urged party at closed-door fundraiser to create sweeping framework, from safety ‘slow-down’ to job losses
Federal judge rules Homeland Security plan for 50% FEMA staffing cuts was unlawful
The issue of the FEMA staffing was part of a much larger lawsuit filed by the American Federation of Government Employees and other labor groups, pushing back on efforts by the Trump administration to slash the federal workforce.
Donald Trump rejects calls from tech bosses for an AI slowdown
President denounces demands for regulation as existential fears over technology move to the centre of US politics
Top Lawmakers Agree A.I.’s Risks Are Rising but Say They Have No Quick Fix
House Speaker Mike Johnson warned on Sunday of competitive risks from China, and Hakeem Jeffries, the minority leader, said Congress should start regulatory talks this week.
Trump team rants at reporter for pointing out Natalie Harp with president on Ireland visit
Harp traveled with Trump to attend Irish Open amid scrutiny over her relationship with the president
Trump reiterates $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if Republicans win midterms
Plan to give US adults $5,000 has been greeted with incredulity across the political spectrum as well as outrage
Hegseth, Pentagon pressured F-15 crew to appear in ’60 Minutes’ Iran rescue story, CNN reports
US Defense Secretary Hegseth and political officials reportedly pushed for the airmen to take part in the CBS program, while military officials raised concerns over security and political messaging.
US embassy child abuse images suspect flown from UK before police interview
The individual worked at the US embassy in Vauxhall, south London, had diplomatic protection, despite not being a diplomat.