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The Supreme Court's conservative majority sided with the Trump administration Monday, ruling that states lack the legal standing to challenge an executive order restricting mail-in voting. The unsigned order does not decide the order's legality, leaving room for further litigation as the midterm elections approach.
President Donald Trump has threatened to raise US tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, and auto parts from 25% to 50% starting in January, following the collapse of trade talks. Prime Minister Mark Carney called the deal on the table a 'bad deal' and said Canada is ready to resume talks if the US returns with the 'right attitude'. Retaliatory tariffs and market fallout are underway.
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to revoke business and tourist visas for up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum in the United States, in what would be the largest single mass revocation in U.S. history. State Department documents obtained by the Associated Press and confirmed by officials indicate the action, coordinated with the Department of Homeland Security, could be announced in the coming weeks.
Nevada filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's plan to reduce Colorado River deliveries, arguing the cuts unfairly target the Las Vegas area while sparing Upper Basin states. The suit, filed by the state, its Colorado River commission, and the Southern Nevada Water Authority, seeks to block Interior Secretary Doug Burgum's 10-year shortage framework.
The Trump administration has rejoined the Geneva Consensus Declaration and moved its secretariat from Hungary to the U.S., reviving a coalition of 41 nations that promotes women's health and national sovereignty while opposing an international right to abortion. Valerie Huber, a former HHS official and current president of The Institute for Women's Health, discusses the initiative's goals and the need for a pro-life, pro-family Core Group at the United Nations.
A powerful gang coalition attacked the hillside farming community of Kenscoff near Port-au-Prince, killing dozens of residents in an overnight raid. Mayor Jean Massillon blamed the Viv Ansanm coalition, while casualty estimates vary from at least 30 to around 47, amid deep community anger over security failures and a government pledge not to abandon the area.
The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed a $103,265 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, seeking to make permanent a policy that was struck down by a federal judge in June. The rule, now open for public comment, has drawn criticism from immigration experts and is expected to disproportionately affect Indian professionals.
The US military carried out a strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people accused of drug trafficking, the first such attack in about two months. The death toll in the nearly year-long campaign against suspected drug boats has surpassed 210, and the Trump administration is seeking to extend the offensive onto land in Latin America despite criticism and questions over evidence.
The Trump administration unveiled 'Operation Economic Outcast,' a sweeping expansion of secondary sanctions targeting Iran's financial lifelines, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described an 'economic D-Day.' President Trump declared Iran 'completely collapsing,' while Tehran dismissed the measures as a sign of American desperation.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an expansion of sanctions against Iran, calling it 'an economic D-Day' and warning countries to sever financial ties with Tehran or face retaliation. The announcement came as Iran's currency hit a record low, with food prices soaring and the IMF forecasting a sharp GDP contraction.
Asian shares mostly declined at the start of a week dominated by bond-market pressure, Iran sanctions, and the Jackson Hole symposium. US futures were lower, while oil slipped. Reports varied on index levels, but the 10-year Treasury yield eased from recent highs after the Treasury's surprise buyback increase.
Luis Manuel Aviles, a Nicaraguan immigrant and father of a Navy sailor on a record-setting deployment, was arrested by Border Patrol in Florida and remains in ICE custody. Family members describe him as a hardworking resident with a work permit, while DHS says he entered illegally and that military ties do not exempt anyone from immigration law.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei warned that Tehran could halt all oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf if the US continues its economic war. The threat comes amid heightened tensions over US plans for tougher sanctions, with Iranian officials responding defiantly.
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz stated on Face the Nation that the MMR vaccine is not lethal, responding to questions about President Trump's recent comments. Trump had suggested during an August executive order signing that the combined shot could be lethal if not separated. Separate shots are not currently available in the U.S., and measles cases have climbed amid the debate.
Pakistan is positioning itself as a key Middle East diplomatic player, with Army Chief Asim Munir’s visit to Tehran and a trilateral defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. The moves signal Islamabad’s ambition to mediate US-Iran tensions and expand its strategic partnerships.
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney after trade negotiations collapsed, imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and prompting a 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliation threat. The dispute has sparked domestic backlash, with officials warning of economic pain and political consequences ahead of the midterms.
Anthropic’s flagship AI model Fable 5 has captured only about 11% of the company’s enterprise revenue, according to data from Ramp, as businesses favor cheaper, older models. Analysts attribute the slow adoption to high pricing and sufficient performance of existing alternatives, rather than the political controversy that derailed its launch.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries met privately with Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and adviser, to discuss potential areas of common ground such as housing, immigration, and cost of living. The meeting, first reported by The New York Times and confirmed by multiple outlets, has drawn reactions from both parties, with Speaker Mike Johnson downplaying its significance while some Democrats express concerns.
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir is set to visit Tehran on Monday to continue mediation efforts between the US and Iran, as announced by Iran's foreign ministry. The visit comes amid stalled peace negotiations and looming US sanctions, with Pakistani sources confirming the trip.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods after walking away from trade negotiations, prompting new 50% US tariffs on Canadian exports. President Trump responded with fresh criticism on Truth Social, while US officials warned Canada faces 'devastating' consequences.