Trump Administration: News
US plans 'final blow' to Iran, considers hypersonic missile deployment
United States Central Command (Centcom) chief Admiral Bradley Cooper has briefed President Donald Trump about plans for a "final blow" to Iran.
60-day deadline nearing, US says 'not at war' with Iran
The Donald Trump administration has denied being at war with Iran, despite the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Trump administration dismisses entire board overseeing US science funding
The White House has dismissed all 24 members of the National Science Board (NSB).
US government backs xAI in challenge to Colorado AI law
The US Justice Department has intervened in a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI.
Ford denies talks with Geely for Chinese tech in US
Ford Motor Company has denied a report by The Wall Street Journal that it was in talks with Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. to bring Chinese car technology into the United States.
US Justice Department drops investigation into Fed chair
The US Justice Department has decided to end its investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over alleged cost overruns in building renovations.
China accused of 'industrial-scale' theft of US AI tech
The White House has accused China of stealing intellectual property from American artificial intelligence (AI) labs on an "industrial-scale."
Palantir's mini manifesto sparks backlash over AI surveillance push
Palantir has released a controversial 'mini-memo' in response to the growing concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI).
France to replace Windows with Linux
In a major shift, the French government has announced its decision to replace Microsoft Windows with the open-source operating system, Linux.
Court denies Anthropic's bid to block Pentagon blacklist
Anthropic's attempt to temporarily halt the Department of Defense's (DoD) blacklisting has been denied by a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C.
Trump administration appeals court decision in Anthropic ruling
The Trump administration has appealed a federal judge's ruling that temporarily halted the Pentagon's ban on Anthropic.
Judge backs Anthropic, temporarily blocks Pentagon ban
A federal judge has ruled in favor of Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, in its legal battle with the Trump administration.
Judge blocks Trump-era Pentagon press policy over free speech concerns
A federal judge has blocked a controversial Pentagon press access policy implemented by the Trump administration.
Trump administration proposes new AI regulation, warns states against interference
The Trump administration has unveiled a new legislative blueprint for artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
China mocks Trump's 'Shield of Americas' summit with AI video
The Chinese Embassy in the US has released an AI-generated video mocking President Donald Trump's "Shield of the Americas Summit."
US spent $11.3B in 1st week of Iran war: Pentagon
The Pentagon has revealed that the US spent an estimated $11.3 billion in the first week of its war against Iran, dubbed Operation Epic Fury.
Anthropic sues Pentagon over 'supply chain risk' label
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has filed two lawsuits against the US Department of Defense (DoD).
US agency to meet CEOs of Waymo, other robotaxi firms
The United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will host a national autonomous vehicle safety forum on Tuesday.
Trump administration pushes new rules for AI firms
The Trump administration is pushing for stringent regulations on civilian artificial intelligence (AI) contracts.
US may impose new export rules on AI chips
The US government is considering new regulations for export of artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
Why NVIDIA may pull back from investing in OpenAI, Anthropic
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has hinted at a possible reduction in his company's investments in OpenAI and Anthropic.
'We'll survive': Dario Amodei on US government ban on Anthropic
Dario Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, has downplayed the impact of a recent ban imposed by the Trump administration.
Trump seeks delay in tariff refund case after SC ruling
The Trump administration has requested a delay in legal proceedings related to tariff refunds for importers.
Pentagon designates Anthropic as 'supply chain risk,' terminates $200M contract
The Pentagon, through Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, designated AI start-up Anthropic as a "Supply Chain Risk" after President Donald Trump directed federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's products.
Proposed US trade deal can be 'rebalanced': Piyush Goyal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has hinted that the proposed trade deal with the US could be "rebalanced" if necessary.
US-Iran's 'most intense' nuclear talks in Geneva end without breakthrough
The latest round of United States-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, Switzerland, ended without a breakthrough.
Paramount wins Warner Bros. Discovery after Netflix exits bidding war
The highly contested bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery has come to an end, with David Ellison-owned Paramount emerging as the victor.
US cybersecurity agency weakened by budget cuts, layoffs under Trump
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is facing a major crisis, according to bipartisan lawmakers and industry leaders.
US Supreme Court kills Trump's tariffs: Recourses for White House
Following the United States Supreme Court's recent decision to invalidate the tariffs that were enacted under emergency economic powers, the Trump administration is anticipated to seek out alternative legal avenues to maintain the core elements of its trade strategy.
Epstein Files cover-up? Trump admin to reportedly reveal UFO secrets
The Trump administration has reportedly agreed to disclose information about secret UFO facilities in the US, including Area 51.
Pentagon, Anthropic clash over limits on military AI use
The Pentagon and artificial intelligence (AI) developer Anthropic are at odds over the use of military AI technology.
Trump admin secures 10% stake in US miner for $1.6B
The Trump administration is involved in a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package in USA Rare Earth, a strategic move to secure a 10% stake in the company, according to Financial Times.
'Why should Americans fund AI in India?' Trump aide questions
Peter Navarro, White House trade adviser, has sparked a controversy by questioning why American resources are being used to power artificial intelligence (AI) services in India.
Trump seeks $1B buy-in for seats on Board of Peace
The Trump administration is asking countries interested in a permanent seat on its new Board of Peace to contribute at least $1 billion.
Taiwan will invest $250B in US semiconductor industry
Trump administration has signed a landmark multi-billion-dollar trade agreement with Taiwan, aimed at bolstering domestic semiconductor manufacturing in the US.
Spotify no longer runnig ads for US immigration agency
Spotify is no longer running advertisements for the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
US willing to sell Venezuelan oil to India: Report
The United States is reportedly open to selling Venezuelan oil to India under a new US-controlled framework. This comes after an agreement between Caracas and Washington to export up to $2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude, which is estimated to be between 30 and 50 million barrels.
US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to 7 more countries
The United States has expanded its visa bond requirement to seven more countries, bringing the total number to 13.
Multiple explosions heard in Caracas amid US-Venezuela tensions
The Venezuelan capital, Caracas, was rocked by multiple explosions early Saturday. At least seven explosions were reported, with residents also hearing gunfire in several neighborhoods.
Trump administration sued over offshore wind project pause
Dominion Energy, a leading offshore wind developer and utility provider for Virginia's data center hub, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
19 states sue Trump admin over $100,000 H‑1B visa fee
Nineteen US states have sued the Trump administration over a proposed $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications.
Trump administration revoked 85,000 visas since January: Report
The Trump administration has revoked a staggering 85,000 visas across all categories since January, a report by CNN stated. This number is more than double the amount of visa revocations in the previous year.
Trump administration may not challenge state AI regulations
The Trump administration has been vocal against state-level artificial intelligence (AI) regulations.
Trump eases tariffs on 200+ food products amid inflation concerns
US President Donald Trump has announced a rollback of tariffs on over 200 food products, including staples like bananas, orange juice, and coffee.
Company behind Huggies diapers buys Tylenol maker for $40B
Kimberly-Clark Corp, the company behind popular brands like Kleenex and Huggies, has announced its plan to acquire Kenvue Inc.
US tariffs on imported trucks and buses come into effect
The US has imposed new tariffs on imports of medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Trump administration to acquire equity stakes in quantum computing firms
The Trump administration is reportedly in talks with several quantum-computing companies to acquire equity stakes in exchange for federal funding, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Trump administration sued for monitoring social media of visa holders
Three major labor unions have sued the US government, alleging a violation of First Amendment rights.
US advocacy group sues Trump administration over H-1B fee hike
The US Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recently imposed $100,000 annual fee for new H-1B visas.
After 100% pharma tariffs, Trump launches website for discounted medicines
US President Donald Trump has announced the launch of a new website, "TrumpRx," which will redirect consumers to pharmaceutical companies' direct-to-consumer platforms to purchase prescription drugs.
How Trump's H-1B fee hike could affect US healthcare system
The Trump administration has announced a staggering increase in the annual fee for H-1B visas, raising it by $100,000.
Trump administration seeks Supreme Court ruling to uphold tariff authority
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court for a swift decision on the president's authority to impose tariffs.
Harvard faces pressure to reject $500M settlement with Trump administration
Harvard University is facing immense pressure from its students, faculty, alumni, and supporters to walk away from a proposed $500 million settlement with the Trump administration.
Hackers are targeting an app used by Trump officials
Cybercriminals are exploiting a vulnerability in TeleMessage, an app that offers modified versions of popular messaging apps like Signal.
Detained Palestinian activist files $20M claim against Trump administration post-release
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has filed a $20 million claim against the Trump administration, alleging false imprisonment and malicious prosecution.
Harvard could lose $1B/year if Trump's plans take effect
Harvard University could face a staggering $1 billion annual budget shortfall if the US President Donald Trump implements his plans and threats related to research funding, tax policy, and student enrollment.
Trump's T1 Phone quietly drops 'Made in the USA' claim
The Trump Organization's latest venture, the T1 Phone, has come under scrutiny for its manufacturing claims.
US Education Department pays $7M/month to employees asked to leave
According to an analysis by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 252, the union that represents department employees, the United States Department of Education is paying more than $7 million a month to employees it has forced to go on leave.
Over 12,000 Harvard alumni unite to support university's legal challenge
More than 12,000 Harvard alumni have signed on to a legal message of support for their alma mater, according to CNN.
'Stick to the subject': Musk dodges questions on Trump's policies
In a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, deflected questions about his ally Donald Trump's policies.