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President Donald Trump criticized Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett, whom he appointed, for joining the majority in a ruling that struck down most of his tariffs. The court said he lacked authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose such broad tariffs, causing Trump to say the decision cost the U.S. billions of dollars.
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In February 2026, the Supreme Court invalidated most of President Trump's global tariffs in a 6-3 decision.
The ruling said the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not give the president power to impose tariffs.
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion; Justices Gorsuch and Barrett joined it.
Justices Clarence Thomas, Brett Kavanaugh, and Samuel Alito dissented, supporting Trump's authority to impose tariffs during emergencies.
President Trump said the decision cost the U.S. $159 billion in tariff money to return to other countries and companies.
Trump criticized Gorsuch and Barrett on social media for hurting the country, despite having appointed them.
Gorsuch stated he will remain independent and fearless despite Trump's public attacks.
The dispute highlights tensions between the White House and the Supreme Court over presidential powers.
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The article argues that the current Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Roberts, acts mainly to support conservative political goals. It suggests that protecting the court's role requires effort from the public rather than relying on divine intervention.
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The Supreme Court is led by Chief Justice John Roberts.
The article describes the court as serving partisan, or political, interests.
It states the court mainly supports right-wing legal and political aims.
The article implies the court is not impartial or neutral.
It calls on citizens to take responsibility for defending the court's role.
The article rejects the idea that only God can fix issues with the court.
It highlights concerns about the court’s impact on U.S. democracy.
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Six people were found dead inside a train boxcar at a rail yard in Laredo, Texas, near the Mexican border. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, and Union Pacific, the train company, is cooperating with the investigation.
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The bodies were discovered by a Union Pacific worker on a stopped train around 2:30 pm on a hot day with temperatures above 90°F (32°C).
No one was found alive inside the boxcar.
The ages and immigration status of the deceased are not yet known.
Authorities, including Laredo police, Texas Rangers, and US Customs and Border Protection, are involved in the investigation.
Similar incidents have occurred in the past, including a 2024 case where 20 migrants were rescued dehydrated from a train compartment in Laredo.
Laredo is a major port with about 12 trains daily coming from Mexico, carrying many loaded containers.
Union Pacific expressed sadness over the incident and is working closely with law enforcement.
The Trump administration has been strict on illegal immigration at the Texas-Mexico border, though recent data shows an increase in border apprehensions.
Past tragedies include 53 migrants suffocating in a locked trailer in Laredo in 2022; some involved in that case were sentenced to life in prison.
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Cole Allen pleaded not guilty to charges after being accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in April 2026. He faces multiple felony counts, including attempted assassination and assault on a federal officer, and his defense has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest in the prosecution.
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Cole Allen is charged with attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.
The incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C., on April 25, 2026.
Allen allegedly rushed a security checkpoint while armed with multiple weapons.
He faces four felony counts, including assault on a federal officer, transporting firearms across state lines, and discharging a firearm during a violent crime.
Allen pleaded not guilty during a court hearing and did not speak.
His defense attorneys want to remove the U.S. Attorney's office from the case, citing possible bias due to close ties to President Trump.
The government must respond to this motion by May 22.
Allen’s next court date is set for June 29.
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Senate Republicans are working on a plan to fund immigration enforcement agencies without Democratic help. Their bill also includes $1 billion for security upgrades to President Trump’s East Wing makeover, which involves a new ballroom and other facilities.
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The Senate is back from recess to advance a $72 billion funding package for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through 2029.
The package allocates $38 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26 billion for Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
It includes $1 billion for the Secret Service to support security upgrades for the East Wing Modernization Project at the White House.
The East Wing project includes a large ballroom, underground national security, and health care facilities.
President Trump announced the East Wing overhaul last year and started demolition in October 2025.
The White House says the project is necessary for security and hosting large events and insists donations, not taxpayer dollars, pay for the ballroom.
Democrats oppose the funding, calling it wasteful during economic hardship, and plan to fight the bill despite having limited power to block it.
Senate Republicans have a majority, allowing them to pass budget-related bills with a simple majority, bypassing the usual 60-vote requirement.
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President Donald Trump’s administration is looking at several ways to lower rising gas prices, including possibly suspending the federal gas tax. Gas prices have risen sharply after Iran’s actions near the Strait of Hormuz, causing concerns about how high prices might go and how long they will stay high.
Key Facts
Gas prices have risen more than 50% since the war began in Iran, reaching about $4.52 per gallon.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the government is open to all ideas, such as suspending the 18-cent federal gas tax.
The U.S. has released oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve, but this has had little impact on prices so far.
The administration issued a fuel waiver allowing more sales of higher-ethanol gasoline blends to increase supply.
A waiver on the Jones Act permits foreign ships to transport energy products between U.S. ports temporarily.
Gas prices may remain high for months, with no clear prediction on when they will fall below $3 per gallon.
Rising energy costs are contributing to higher inflation and overall cost-of-living increases in the U.S.
The government is also trying to use “economic leverage” to encourage negotiations with Iran.
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Cole Allen pleaded not guilty to charges including trying to kill President Donald Trump and assaulting a federal officer with a weapon. His lawyers are asking to remove prosecutors they say may have conflicts because they are also victims or witnesses in the case.
Key Facts
Cole Allen is accused of shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
He faces charges of attempted assassination of President Trump, assault with a deadly weapon, and two gun-related charges.
Allen appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and was handcuffed.
His lawyers want to remove U.S. attorneys, including Jeanine Pirro and Attorney General Todd Blanche, from the case.
Jeanine Pirro is a friend of President Trump and has said she was a victim in the shooting.
Allen’s attorneys argue Pirro and Blanche cannot lead the prosecution because of their victim status.
The Justice Department must reply to the lawyers’ motion by June 22.
Allen’s legal team will respond within five days after the Justice Department's answer.
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President Donald Trump will lead an event to highlight actions his administration has taken to improve maternal health and support mothers. He will introduce Moms.gov, a website launched on Mother’s Day that offers resources for pregnant women and their families.
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President Trump will host an event focused on maternal health.
The administration created Moms.gov to help expecting mothers and families.
Moms.gov was launched on Mother’s Day.
The website provides useful information and resources for pregnancy and motherhood.
President Trump will discuss a recently proposed rule related to maternal health at the event.
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The family of a Florida State University shooting victim has sued OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, claiming the shooter used the AI tool to help plan the attack. The lawsuit says the gunman had many conversations with ChatGPT, getting information about weapons and mass shootings before the event.
Key Facts
The shooting happened in April 2025 at Florida State University, killing two people and injuring five.
The victim’s widow filed the lawsuit against OpenAI in a federal court in northern Florida.
The shooter, Phoenix Ikner, reportedly talked with ChatGPT for months before the attack.
The lawsuit claims ChatGPT gave Ikner information about weapons, how to use them, and planning details.
According to the complaint, ChatGPT failed to recognize or warn about the threat Ikner posed.
Ikner asked ChatGPT questions about mass shootings, the number of victims needed for media attention, and legal consequences for shooters.
OpenAI said ChatGPT only provided factual answers from publicly available information and did not promote harmful actions.
OpenAI also said it shared relevant account information with law enforcement after learning about the incident.
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Cole Allen, accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump at a White House reporters event, pleaded not guilty to all charges. He faces charges including attempted assassination, assaulting a federal officer, and firearms offenses, and his lawyers are asking for certain prosecutors to be removed from the case due to possible conflicts of interest.
Key Facts
Cole Allen is accused of firing a shotgun at a Secret Service agent during an attack at the White House correspondents dinner.
Allen was carrying multiple weapons and stayed at the Washington Hilton, where the event took place.
Allen pleaded not guilty to all charges in federal court and was shackled and wearing an orange jumpsuit during the hearing.
The defence wants to remove certain Department of Justice officials from the case because they were at the event and might be victims or witnesses.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and US Attorney Jeanine Pirro were present at the gala when the attack happened.
Allen could face life in prison if convicted of attempted assassination.
Allen was initially placed on suicide watch after arrest but was later removed; his legal team raised concerns about his treatment in jail.
Allen told the FBI he did not expect to survive the attack on President Trump.
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An 18-year-old Chicago-born teen named Kevin González, who had terminal cancer, died shortly after his parents were released from US immigration detention and reunited with him in Mexico. His parents had been arrested by ICE after trying to enter the US without permission to see him during his illness.
Key Facts
Kevin González was a US citizen born in Chicago but raised in Mexico.
He was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer in January 2025.
Kevin’s parents, Isidro González Avilés and Norma Anabel Ramírez Amaya, were detained by ICE in Arizona after trying to enter the US without permission.
A federal judge ordered their release on May 7, 2025, allowing them to reunite with Kevin in Mexico.
Kevin died on May 9, 2025, one day after seeing his parents again.
The parents were initially denied entry due to prior unauthorized presence in the US.
Kevin had publicly asked for his parents’ release to spend his last days with them.
Democratic Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García expressed sympathy and vowed to work for a more humane immigration system.
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A person living in San Francisco tried many new and experimental treatments for severe depression over a year, including ketamine injections given by a shaman. Despite living in a city known for mental health innovation and trying many different therapies and medications, the person struggled to find relief from their depression.
Key Facts
The person experienced treatment-resistant depression and sought help in San Francisco.
They tried intramuscular ketamine injections administered by an underground shaman.
The ketamine treatment was part of many experimental approaches including pharmaceuticals and outpatient programs.
San Francisco is known for its wellness industry and mental health innovations.
Local tech companies offer mental health benefits such as paid leave and in-house therapists.
The person previously lived in Latin America but returned due to worsening depression.
Traditional antidepressants and psychiatric programs provided little improvement.
The person also experienced personal difficulties during this period, including social withdrawal and health problems.
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The article discusses a situation in certain U.S. states where Democratic politicians are not aligning with the views or needs of their own voters. It also notes that President Donald Trump has made a prediction about the presidential election that did not come true.
Key Facts
The focus is on Democratic politicians in states that typically vote Republican (called "red states").
Some Democrats in these states may not be fully representing their voters' opinions.
President Trump made a prediction about the presidential election outcome.
This is the first time President Trump has incorrectly predicted a presidential election result.
The article suggests a disconnect between Democratic leaders and their supporters in certain areas.
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President Donald Trump criticized Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich for an interview she conducted with Representative Ro Khanna, a Democratic congressman from California. Khanna has gained attention recently for his efforts to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.
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President Trump spoke out against Jacqui Heinrich, a Fox News reporter.
The criticism was about Heinrich’s interview with Rep. Ro Khanna.
Ro Khanna is a Democratic representative from California.
Khanna is known for pushing to release files connected to Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein was a convicted sex offender with high-profile legal cases.
The article highlights tensions between President Trump and Fox News coverage.
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President Donald Trump rejected a peace proposal from Iran. Meanwhile, the U.S. Congress resumed work on several issues, including budget reconciliation, government spending, and housing matters.
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President Trump did not accept Iran’s peace proposal.
Congress returned to a busy schedule after a break.
Lawmakers are working on budget reconciliation, which involves adjusting laws related to government spending and taxes.
Appropriations, or decisions about government funding, are also being discussed.
Housing policies are part of the current congressional agenda.
The situation with Iran and the U.S. government’s response is an ongoing issue.
Citizens can ask editors questions through an online chat feature during live discussions.
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A police dog named Boomer helped find a 96-year-old man who was missing in the woods near his home in Florida. After a search by several first responders, Boomer located the man a few hundred yards from his house, and he was brought back safely without injury.
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A 96-year-old man went missing in the woods in Florida.
Multiple first responder teams took part in the search for him.
A police dog called Boomer was used to help find the man.
Boomer found the man a few hundred yards from his home.
The man was unharmed when brought back home.
The location and rescue were captured on police body camera footage.
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Cole Tomas Allen pleaded not guilty to all charges related to the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump at a Washington gala. The charges include trying to kill the president, attacking a federal officer, and illegal use of firearms.
Key Facts
Cole Tomas Allen is accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump.
The incident happened at the White House correspondents’ dinner in Washington.
Prosecutors say Allen fired a shotgun at a US Secret Service agent.
He also reportedly tried to force his way through a security checkpoint.
The event had over 2,500 members of the press attending, including President Trump.
Allen’s lawyer entered a not guilty plea on his behalf in court.
The charges include attempted assassination, assault on a federal officer, and firearms offenses.
Allen did not speak during the court hearing.
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Cole Tomas Allen, a man accused of attacking the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, DC, has pleaded not guilty. He faces federal charges for using a gun during a violent crime and for trying to assassinate President Donald Trump.
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Cole Tomas Allen is 31 years old.
He is charged with federal gun crimes and attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.
Charges include using a firearm during a crime of violence and moving a firearm across state lines to commit a felony.
Allen appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and was handcuffed at his wrists and feet.
The incident took place last month at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, DC.
The case is ongoing, and more details will be provided as the story develops.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy encourages Americans to take road trips to celebrate the country's 250th birthday, despite high gas prices caused by global events. Critics say that making the series during a time of high fuel costs and transportation challenges is out of touch, while supporters say the series is privately funded and aims to inspire families.
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Sean Duffy, Transportation Secretary, and his family made a five-part road trip series called “The Great American Road Trip.”
The series will be available for free on YouTube ahead of the U.S. 250th birthday in July.
Gas prices have risen about 50% since late February, reaching an average of $4.52 per gallon in the U.S.
The rise in gas prices is linked to disruptions in oil supply due to the war involving Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Lower-income Americans have reduced driving but still spend more on gas due to higher prices.
Critics, including former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office, say the series is insensitive during a time of transportation crises.
The Department of Transportation states the series was funded by a nonprofit, not taxpayer money, and defends Duffy’s actions.
The series aims to encourage families to explore the U.S. and reconnect with the country’s diversity and beauty.
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Cole Allen, 31, was accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Allen appeared in federal court and pleaded not guilty to four charges related to the case.
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The incident happened at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner last month.
Cole Allen faces four federal charges connected to the alleged assassination attempt.
Allen appeared in court wearing wrist shackles.
He was represented by a public defender named Tezira Abe.
The court session took place on a Monday morning.
Allen denied the charges by entering a not guilty plea.
The event targeted President Donald Trump.
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