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En Banc Fifth Circuit Dismisses Alien Enemies Act Case as Moot

The ruling does not address whether Trump properly invoked the Act.

Reason

What does being held in contempt of Congress mean?

A Senate committee led by Committee Chairman Sen. Rand Paul voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution . The decision stems from Fauci's refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week regarding his handling of the…

The Independent UK

Musk vs Khanna Feud Escalates: Musk Calls for Arrest Over Insider Trading as Khanna Seeks TV Debate on DOGE Cuts

The controversy between Elon Musk and Representative Ro Khanna focuses on allegations of insider trading and the impact of USAID cuts.

International Business Times UK

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Israel Reportedly Lost Every Back Channel to Washington It Used to Use Against American Presidents

Benjamin Netanyahu's influence in Washington diminishes as Trump's control over the GOP limits his political manoeuvring, while Democratic support for Israel continues to erode.

International Business Times UK

Indian diaspora groups welcome court ruling striking down $100,000 H-1B visa fee

Indian diaspora groups in the US have lauded a federal court's decision to strike down the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it a fair move for the employment-based immigration system. This ruling, which found the fee unlawful without congressional approval, is expected to bring relief to stakeholders, though concerns about…

The Economic Times

President Trump Doesn't Need Congressional Approval for His Actions as to Iran

Congress can only stop Trump’s actions in Iran by passing a concurrent resolution of both Houses over Trump’s veto, or by declining to fund the war in next year’s budget.

Reason

'World's most advanced fighter jet, most-expensive drone': US lost 42 aircraft worth $29 billion in Iran war in less than 2 months

United States and Israel initiated Operation Epic Fury against Iran on February 28, 2026. The conflict involved extensive air, missile, and maritime combat. Aircraft losses mounted, with the Department of Defense estimating costs at $29 billion. The situation remains unstable despite a ceasefire. Congressional concerns are rising over readiness and…

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Where The Next 9 PGA Championships Are Heading

The venues for the next nine editions of the PGA Championship are already confirmed

Golf Monthly

The deficit just grew by $955 billion in 7 months. It's time for a constitutional fix to control the budget

Interest payments just hit $628 billion. Decades of failed congressional fixes prove that only a constitutional amendment can break Washington's addiction.

Fortune

Trump UFO Files 'To Begin Releasing Tomorrow At 3PM' After Jeremy Corbell Gets White House Briefing Call

Filmmaker Jeremy Corbell claims White House sources confirmed the gradual release of UFO files, sparking debate over transparency and secrecy in the U.S. government.

International Business Times UK

Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents

May 1, 2026, marks the 60th day of Operation Epic Fury in Iran – a symbolically significant date designating when a president who has mounted unilateral military operations must receive Congressional approval or wind it down.

The Conversation

UFO Whistleblower Dies Weeks Before Congress Testimony as 'Accidental Overdose' Sparks Cover-Up Fears

The death of a decorated intelligence officer before his congressional testimony has intensified UFO secrecy debates, with concerns over the safety of individuals with classified information.

International Business Times UK

Court steps in over Trump’s White House ballroom construction

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The Independent UK

Donald Trump Jr eyeing his father’s beloved new ballroom as a possible wedding venue, report claims

A federal judge ruled the president needs congressional approval to continue his White House ballroom project

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Congress doesn’t want to deal with Trump’s ballroom after judge paused construction

Republican leaders don’t appear to have any plans to greenlight Trump’s project after a federal judge ordered the president to seek congressional authorization

The Times of India

Pakistan a base for major terror groups, some active since 1980s: US Congress report

A US Congressional report highlights Pakistan as a base for numerous armed and terrorist organizations, some active since the 1980s. Despite military operations, many designated groups continue to operate from its soil, reinforcing concerns about Pakistan's links to terrorism. This has led to recent escalations and subsequent de-escalation efforts between…

The Independent UK

Trump’s ambassador to UK warns cancelling King Charles’s state visit would be ‘a mistake’

It comes as The Independent has learnt that Congressional and Senate leaders have been told to prepare to hear a joint address by the King in the week beginning 27 April

International Business Times UK

Thinking of Copying Trump and Other Politicians' Investments? 'Keep It to Just 5–10%', Expert Warns

Copying Congressional stock trading can reap profits over time only if investors proceed with caution and keep track of policy trends.

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The three key questions at the heart of the Pentagon's fight with Anthropic

The fight between Anthropic and the U.S. government raises three crucial questions about who should control AI, and how.

Axios

5 times Trump pushed Congress aside to take control

The strikes on Iran are the latest way Trump sidestepped the GOP-controlled legislature.

Latin Times

Jasmine Crockett Slams Trump Over Iran Attack: 'Once Again Starting Illegal Wars'

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett slammed President Donald Trump over his decision to launch attacks against the Iranian regime, calling on Congress to "pass a War Powers Resolution to rein in this dangerous overreach before more damage is done."

The Conversation

US-Israeli attack on Iran risks plunging the world into turmoil

The US and Israel have launched extensive, coordinated attacks on numerous targets across Iran, prompting retaliatory strikes in the region. Donald Trump neither tried to obtain Congressional approval, nor did he pursue a United Nations security council resolution ahead of these actions. And the attack has come in the middle…

International Business Times

Trump Ordered Iran Strikes Without Congressional Approval, Lawmakers Say

Members of Congress including Democrats and some Republicans had reportedly attempted to pass resolutions to restrict the president's ability to strike Iran without lawmakers' approval, but those efforts failed before the military action unfolded.

The Times of India

'Only 70': Who is paying the $100,000 fee for hiring H-1B workers? Trump administration informs court

In an ongoing lawsuit over the $100,000 fee for hiring skilled workers from foreign countries, as imposed by the Donald Trump administration, the administration informed a court that only 70 employees have so far paid the fee since it was imposed in September. The number is not huge and in…

The Times of India

‘India moved faster in ripping China out of telecom, social media apps’: Biden-era US official

Biden-era US official Lindsey Ford has praised India’s swift crackdown on Chinese telecom gear and social media platforms, telling a Congressional hearing that New Delhi acted far more decisively than Western nations in countering Beijing’s technology footprint.

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