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Trump backs off anti-weaponization fund for now |
The Trump administration will scrap its nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund amid pushback from GOP members of Congress and a lingering court battle demanding an explanation for the arrangement.
The move comes after a federal judge in Florida on Friday reopened Trump’s case against the IRS, whose settlement served as the basis for creating the $1.776 billion fund. In doing so, the judge ordered President Trump and the Justice Department to file briefs to explain “charges of collusion and whether the Parties are truly adverse.”
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Pentagon designates press office as off-limits to journalists
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The Pentagon has barred reporters from entering the building’s press office and designated the facility as a classified space, curtailing access to an area within the department that journalists have had for years.
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Judge says NPS can’t revoke DC protest permit over ’86 47′ flag
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A federal judge temporarily blocked the National Park Service (NPS) on Monday from revoking a permit for a 24/7 anti-Trump protest in the nation’s capital over the display of an “86 47” flag.
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Live updates: Trump says US, Iran talks are moving ahead
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President Trump said Monday that talks with Iran are ongoing despite reports out of Tehran said negotiations had been halted abruptly over Israeli military advancements in Lebanon. He said on Truth Social said the talks were moving “at a rapid pace.”
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Iran halts ceasefire talks with US, says it will keep Strait of Hormuz closed
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Iran has accused the Trump administration of ceasefire violations and will move to close the Strait of Hormuz and stop exchanging messages with the U.S. through intermediaries, Iran’s state-affiliated outlet Tasnim News Agency reported Monday.
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Lindsey Wasson, Associated Press
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Ebola triggers fears over public health ahead of World Cup travel surge
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A recent outbreak of Ebola cases in Africa is sparking fresh concern from public health officials in the United States about the spread of communicable diseases ahead of next month’s World Cup.
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CBP announces Pete Vasquez to be new Border Patrol chief
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced Monday that Rosario “Pete” Vasquez will serve as Border Patrol chief.
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Pelley accuses Weiss of ‘murdering’ ’60 Minutes:’ New York Times
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CBS News journalist Scott Pelley tore into the network’s top editor, Bari Weiss, during a contentious meeting among “60 Minutes” employees.
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Trump nixes rebates for switching from gas to electric appliances
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Americans will no longer be able to get cash back for making the switch to electric appliances under a Trump administration change.
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