The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution to stop military action against Iran, with some Republicans joining Democrats. This is the first time the House has acted to limit President Trump's military decisions about Iran.
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The House approved a war powers resolution to end military action against Iran.
A few Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the resolution.
The war with Iran has lasted about three months.
The conflict has affected politics both in the U.S. and internationally.
House Speaker Mike Johnson tried to stop the resolution two weeks earlier by ending debate early.
This vote marks a clear sign of growing opposition in Congress to the war.
The resolution challenges President Trump's authority to continue military actions against Iran.
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President Donald Trump did not give a clear answer when asked about the future of his $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche recently said there are no plans to continue the fund right now. Trump said he would need to check with lawyers before commenting further.
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President Trump created a $1.8 billion fund aimed at stopping weaponization.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the fund has no current plans to move forward.
Trump avoided giving a direct answer about the fund’s status.
Trump said he would need to ask lawyers to know more about the fund’s future.
The question was asked during a meeting in the Oval Office.
The fund’s status is unclear based on recent statements by government officials.
The anti-weaponization fund was intended to address threats related to weapons control.
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The U.S. House of Representatives voted 218-204 to advance a bill providing military aid to Ukraine. This vote included six Republicans joining Democrats, reflecting a challenge to President Trump’s earlier approach of reducing support for Ukraine during its conflict with Russia.
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The House voted on a procedural motion related to military aid for Ukraine.
The motion passed with a vote of 218 in favor and 204 against.
Six Republican members of Congress voted with Democrats to advance the aid package.
This vote moves the process closer to a full vote on the Ukraine Support bill.
The vote contrasts with President Trump’s previous decision to withdraw some U.S. support for Ukraine.
The aid is intended to help Ukraine in its war with Russia.
The House action signals ongoing U.S. government involvement in Ukraine’s conflict.
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Speaker Mike Johnson said he met for three hours with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss plans for reopening the Strait of Hormuz for trade. They are asking U.S. allies, including Arab states and NATO partners, to help reopen this important shipping route.
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Mike Johnson spent three hours at the White House with President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The meeting focused on efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for commerce.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for international trade.
They are asking allied nations, Arab states, and NATO partners for support.
President Trump remains focused on domestic issues despite challenges like the war and high gas prices.
Johnson described Trump as “laser focused” on internal U.S. matters.
The meeting was part of broader discussions on U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
House Republicans held a conference to discuss these developments.
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The US House of Representatives voted 215 to 208 to require President Donald Trump to get Congress’s permission before continuing military actions against Iran or to withdraw troops. This war powers resolution passed after some Republicans joined Democrats, showing growing opposition to Trump’s approach to the conflict with Iran.
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The House vote was 215 in favor and 208 against the war powers resolution.
Four Republicans voted with Democrats to pass the resolution.
The Senate also moved forward with a similar resolution last month after some Republican senators joined Democrats.
The conflict with Iran has lasted about three months, with a fragile ceasefire and ongoing hostilities.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, and the US has set up a naval blockade against Iranian ships.
Public support for the conflict is generally low, and some Republicans worry about its impact on fuel prices and upcoming elections.
President Trump has criticized and acted against Republicans who oppose his Iran policies.
Some recent Republican actions on Capitol Hill show growing willingness to oppose President Trump on various issues.
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The House of Representatives passed a resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions against Iran without Congress’s approval. Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure, which aims to restore Congress’s role in deciding war actions.
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The House voted 215-208 to pass the Iran War Powers Resolution.
Four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the resolution: Warren Davidson, Thomas Massie, Tom Barrett, and Brian Fitzpatrick.
The resolution would require the president to end military actions against Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes force.
It allows the president to act only in cases of an imminent attack for self-defense.
The resolution is based on the War Powers Resolution of 1973, a law limiting the president’s power to wage war without Congress.
Past attempts to pass similar measures failed or were delayed, often divided along party lines.
If both the House and Senate pass the resolution, President Trump could veto it, requiring a two-thirds majority in Congress to override.
The vote reflects growing debate about who has the power to decide U.S. military involvement abroad.
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A possible case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm has been reported in South Texas, with tests sent to a national lab for confirmation. The screwworm parasite threatens livestock by laying eggs in wounds, causing serious infections. Authorities are working to verify the case and respond quickly if confirmed.
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A sample of a possible screwworm infection is being tested at the USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Iowa.
The screwworm has not been detected inside the U.S. since it was eradicated in the 1960s using sterile insect techniques.
The parasite has been moving north through Central America and was recently found in animals in Mexico close to the Texas border.
Female screwworm flies lay eggs in wounds of warm-blooded animals; larvae feed on the living flesh, causing dangerous wounds.
USDA officials are working on the ground and with local partners to monitor the situation.
Some claims of screwworm cases just inside Texas have been denied by USDA, but testing of samples from Texas calves is ongoing.
The screwworm’s return would pose a serious risk to U.S. cattle and livestock industries, which avoid major losses thanks to the previous eradication.
The primary method to control screwworm populations involves releasing sterile male flies to prevent reproduction.
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President Donald Trump announced plans to build a UFC fight arena on the White House South Lawn to host fights in June. He suggested that the structure might remain permanently, comparing it to the Eiffel Tower, which was originally meant to be temporary but was kept as a landmark.
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The UFC arena is being built on the White House South Lawn for fights on June 14.
The arena features a steel octagonal ring called the "Claw" with American flag patterns and many cameras.
The UFC is paying for the arena and event, with costs estimated to be at least $60 million.
The arena will hold about 4,500 spectators, mostly military members; no public tickets are available.
An additional 75,000 to 100,000 people can watch on large screens near the White House.
The UFC event will include two title fights in lightweight and heavyweight categories.
UFC president Dana White said the organization will spend around $700,000 to repair the grass after the event.
President Trump compared the arena to the Eiffel Tower, which was built for a world’s fair and was meant to be temporary but became permanent.
Since his reelection, Trump has made other changes to the White House, including adding gold decorations and building a ballroom.
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A recent Gallup poll shows that 65% of Americans support same-sex marriage, which is a 3% drop from the previous year. Meanwhile, 32% of people oppose same-sex marriage, and 3% have no opinion.
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65% of Americans say same-sex marriages should be legal.
Support has decreased by 3 percentage points since last May.
32% of Americans say same-sex marriages should not be legal.
3% of people in the poll did not have an opinion.
The poll reflects public opinion on same-sex marriage in the United States.
Gallup conducted the survey to track changes in views over time.
This is the first reported drop in support for same-sex marriage in recent years.
The question asked if same-sex marriages “should be valid” under the law.
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The House of Representatives passed a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions in Iran, marking the first successful effort by Congress to challenge his Iran war campaign. Although mostly symbolic since the Senate and President Trump’s approval are still needed, the vote showed some bipartisan support and growing concern about the war’s impact.
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The House passed a resolution to restrict President Trump’s military campaign in Iran.
This is the first successful House vote to rebuke the Iran war effort despite previous failed attempts.
Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) changed his prior stance and voted in favor this time.
Four Republicans also supported the resolution: Reps. Fitzpatrick, Massie, Barrett, and Davidson.
The resolution still needs to pass the Senate, which is controlled by Republicans.
President Trump could veto the resolution even if it passes the Senate.
Previous attempts to limit the military campaign failed, including a 212-212 tie vote last month.
Some Republicans worry about continuing the conflict without explicit congressional approval, especially after a 60-day War Powers Act limit expired.
The White House says the 60-day limit doesn’t apply because of a ceasefire arranged with Iran.
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Actor Shia LaBeouf pleaded guilty to punching three people outside a New Orleans bar during Mardi Gras and was sentenced to probation. He must complete an alcohol treatment program and stay away from the victims and the bar.
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Shia LaBeouf was involved in a physical altercation outside a bar in New Orleans on February 17, 2025, during Mardi Gras.
He pleaded guilty to three counts of simple battery.
The judge gave him a six-month suspended sentence and two years of probation.
Part of the sentence requires LaBeouf to attend an alcohol treatment program.
LaBeouf must avoid contact with the victims and not return to the bar.
Police reports say LaBeouf used homophobic slurs during the incident and arrest.
One victim said LaBeouf had pushed and threatened him earlier that night.
LaBeouf has had prior legal issues, including previous arrests and allegations of abuse.
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The U.S. House of Representatives voted 215 to 208 to pass a resolution that requires President Trump to end the war with Iran. This resolution aims to stop the conflict because some lawmakers believe the war continues without proper approval from Congress.
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The House passed the resolution on Wednesday.
The vote was 215 in favor and 208 against.
Four Republicans joined Democrats to support the resolution.
The Republicans who voted in favor are Thomas Massie, Brian Fitzpatrick, Tom Barrett, and Warren (last name not given).
The resolution seeks to end the Iran War by requiring President Trump to stop military actions.
Supporters argue the war needs explicit Congress approval to be legal.
This vote reflects a conflict over the balance of power between Congress and the President.
The resolution is seen as a win for those who want more congressional control in military decisions.
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The House of Representatives voted 215 to 208 to require President Trump to end U.S. military actions against Iran unless Congress approves the war. This is the first time the House has opposed the White House on this issue, but the resolution may be vetoed by the president and currently does not have enough votes to override a veto.
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The House passed a war powers resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions in Iran.
Four Republicans and all Democrats except one voted in favor of the measure.
The vote came after the war passed a 60-day legal deadline without Congressional approval.
The Senate has passed a similar measure but it still faces hurdles before becoming law.
President Trump has said he is "in no hurry" to end talks with Iran before the midterm elections.
Some Republicans worry the war could hurt their chances in the November elections.
The resolution requires the president to remove U.S. forces unless Congress declares war or approves military force.
Congress has the power to control funding for military actions as another way to influence the conflict.
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the U.S. government would be willing to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Costa Rica, which contradicts previous court statements that the government prefers to remove him to Liberia. Abrego Garcia had been deported to El Salvador in 2025 despite a court order against it and is currently barred by a judge from being removed from the U.S.
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DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the U.S. is willing to send Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Costa Rica.
This statement conflicts with prior reports from DHS and Department of Justice officials in court.
Abrego Garcia was deported in 2025 to El Salvador, despite a 2019 court order forbidding deportation there due to risk of harm.
The U.S. government previously sought to deport him to Liberia, but Abrego Garcia prefers Costa Rica.
Costa Rica has agreed to grant him refugee status or residency if deported there.
A judge has currently blocked the government from removing Abrego Garcia from the U.S.
Abrego Garcia faced human smuggling charges, which were dismissed last month by a judge.
The judge criticized the government for insisting on Liberia as his removal country, calling it punitive.
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Representative Ted Lieu and Senator Marco Rubio had a disagreement during a House hearing about President Donald Trump falling asleep during public meetings. Lieu showed videos of President Trump with his eyes closed at Cabinet meetings to support his point.
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Rep. Ted Lieu questioned Senator Marco Rubio about President Trump falling asleep in meetings.
The discussion happened during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing.
Lieu showed videos of President Trump appearing to doze off at Cabinet meetings in public settings.
The videos were from a December Cabinet meeting.
Senator Rubio said he had never seen President Trump fall asleep in a meeting before being shown the videos.
The exchange between the two lawmakers was tense and focused on President Trump’s behavior during official gatherings.
This topic came up while also discussing Middle East talks and other foreign affairs.
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Senator Bill Cassidy spoke on the Senate floor asking President Trump to take action to reduce medical debt. He mentioned that many people file for bankruptcy because of medical bills and pointed out that costs have gone up after ObamaCare subsidies ended.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is from Louisiana and is a Republican.
Cassidy called on President Trump to help lower medical debt.
He said 60% of personal bankruptcies are caused by medical bills.
Medical costs have increased partly because ObamaCare subsidies expired.
Cassidy made this statement during a Senate speech on Wednesday.
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Lawyers for George Floyd’s family want a public apology after the Minnesota Republican Party held a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of killing Floyd. This moment took place at a recent Minnesota GOP convention.
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George Floyd was killed in 2020 by Derek Chauvin, a police officer.
Derek Chauvin was convicted for Floyd’s murder.
The Minnesota Republican Party held a moment of silence for Chauvin at their state convention in Duluth.
Lawyers for Floyd’s family called for a public apology from the Minnesota GOP.
The event occurred in the presence of GOP state delegates.
The moment of silence has caused controversy and strong reactions.
The GOP is the Republican Party in Minnesota.
The issue relates to ongoing discussions about policing and justice in the United States.
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Jewish professors at Columbia University have filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. They say they faced antisemitism while supporting protests for Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas conflict and claim the university took sides in the situation unfairly.
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The complaint was filed by Jewish professors at Columbia University.
It relates to antisemitism they experienced during Gaza-related protests.
The protests were in support of Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war.
The professors accuse Columbia University of taking one side in the conflict.
They claim the university punished them because of their views.
The complaint was filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
The issue involves free speech and discrimination concerns on campus.
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is advancing to a November runoff election as she seeks a second term. She faces challengers from different political backgrounds and is focused on continuing her work for the city.
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Karen Bass is the current mayor of Los Angeles.
She is running for a second term in office.
Bass’s first term included managing the city’s worst wildfire and ongoing homelessness issues.
She advanced to the runoff election held in November.
The other candidate to advance to the runoff has not yet been confirmed due to vote counting continuing after Election Day.
California law allows late mail and drop-off ballots to be counted after Election Day, which can change results.
Bass expressed gratitude to her supporters and commitment to continue serving Los Angeles.
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More than half of new green cards in recent years were given to immigrants already living in the United States. A new policy from President Donald Trump’s administration may require more green card applicants to return to their home countries for processing, which could change how many people get their green cards inside the U.S.
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In fiscal year 2024, about 1.36 million green cards were issued in total.
Around 58% of these green cards went to immigrants already living in the U.S., often family members of U.S. citizens or work visa holders.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) gave U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) more power to require applicants to get green cards through consular processing abroad.
This change could affect hundreds of thousands of people who usually adjust their status while inside the U.S.
There is confusion among lawyers and applicants because DHS has not clearly explained how the new policy will work in practice.
USCIS officers have varied in how they handle applications, causing uncertainty for immigrants and their lawyers.
Asylum seekers and refugees almost always receive green cards without leaving the U.S., while family-sponsored and diversity lottery immigrants mostly get theirs outside the U.S.
The policy shift mainly impacts people on work visas and immediate relatives of U.S. citizens.
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