Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez accused the U.S. of creating a “fraudulent case” to back its economic sanctions and potential military intervention on the island. Rodriguez’s allegations come after an Axios report, citing classified intelligence, alleged that the communist-led nation acquired over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran. "Cuba neither threatens nor desires war," […]
President Donald Trump and Chinese Leader Xi Jinping launched the final day of their two-day summit, strolling through the gardens at Zhongnanhai – the Chinese equivalent of the White House. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, “The two presidents have reached important common understandings on handling their mutual concerns in a proper manner.” The ministry added […]
In the midst of a visit from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) announcement to prosecute former leader RaĂşl Castro, the Cuban government has released another political prisoner. According to USA Today, Sissi Abascal Zamora was released on May 14, 2026, after being imprisoned for nearly five years. Zamora’s […]
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director John Ratcliffe reaffirmed the U.S.’s stance to “seriously engage” in assisting Cuba, “only if fundamental changes” are made, during a meeting with Cuban officials on the island nation. During a high-level visit to the Caribbean island, Ratcliffe met with RaĂşl Guillermo RodrĂguez Castro, a Cuban Colonel and grandson of former […]
The U.S. is seeking to indict RaĂşl Castro, the 94-year-old former president of Cuba and brother of Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro, as part of an effort to prosecute senior Cuban Communist Party officials, according to a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) official. According to CBS News, the potential prosecution is expected to focus on Cuba’s […]
President Donald Trump and Chinese Leader Xi Jinping met at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People for a red-carpet arrival ceremony, which commenced the summit between the two leaders. Inside the hall, both parties exchanged opening remarks, with the Chinese leader expressing hope that the two nations would become “partners, not rivals.” President Trump replied […]
Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) and Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) announced a co-sponsored measure to suspend U.S. senators' pay during a government shutdown. Sen. Moody’s recent resolution is part of an overall effort to "bring back sanity in Washington, D.C.," cracking down on government shutdowns and the lack of repercussions placed on federal lawmakers. “It’s astounding […]
Secretary of State Marco Rubio questions the benefit of the U.S.’s alliance with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) during an interview aboard Air Force One with FOX News’ Sean Hannity. Secretary Rubio criticized NATO partners’ refusal to allow the U.S. to utilize their military bases amid the current conflict in the Middle East. “When […]
U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos (R-Fla.) called out the federal government’s “failed energy policies, poor monetary decisions”, and over expenditure, as contributors to the rise in inflation and consumer goods amongst American families during a House Financial Services Committee markup. During the meeting, the Florida Congressman called for stronger congressional oversight and economic policies to bolster […]
President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, marking the first time the president has visited China since 2017. Walking alongside the president were his son Eric Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and a mirage of high-profile business leaders, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang […]
Before departing on his diplomatic trip to China, President Donald Trump told reporters that the American people’s economic burden amid the war in Iran is not a factor in negotiating a deal with the Islamic Republic’s leadership. According to NBC News, when asked by reporters about the role “Americans’ financial situations” plays in motivating him […]
The Trump administration will temporarily halt Medicare enrollment by new home health and hospice providers amid concerns about rampant healthcare fraud, an exclusive report by Reuters revealed. The nationwide suspension comes after the U.S. State Attorney’s office, in a joint effort with Vice President (VP) J.D. Vance's anti-fraud task force, announced the arrest of 8 healthcare […]
A heated exchange between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) broke out amid a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing. During the hearing, Sen. Van Hollen brought into question Patel’s alleged alcohol overconsumption and day drinking. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) began the budget hearing by condemning the […]
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is canceling a Biden administration rule that sought to place public land conservation prioritization on par with oil drilling, grazing, and other extractive industries on vast government-owned properties. The rescission comes as the Trump administration pulls back restrictions on these industries in efforts to promote domestic drilling, logging, […]
Acting Attorney General (AG) Todd Blanche affirmed that members of the media “should not be surprised” if they receive subpoenas for information related to their sources on reports involving national-security matters. "Prosecuting leakers who share our nation's secrets with reporters, in turn risking our national security and the lives of our soldiers, is a priority […]
Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) responded to President Trump’s announcement of talks between the U.S. and Cuba, as the island nation asks for global assistance amid a five-month oil embargo. “Mr. President, Republicans know you are the only person who will be able to free Cuba after 67 years of oppression, and we Republicans in […]
During a phone interview with CBS News, President Donald Trump said he will begin efforts to suspend the federal gas tax “for a period of time.” "I think it's a great idea," President Trump said. "Yup, we're going to take off the gas tax for a period of time, and when gas goes down, we'll […]
During an Oval Office ceremony, President Donald Trump announced new maternal healthcare resources for expectant mothers. “In recognition of this ambitious agenda – to support American mothers –, today we are announcing a new website that is online right now, it's Moms.gov,” President Trump unveiled during the ceremony. According to the Department of Health and […]
