Here’s what’s making headlines across the USA,
The stories that shaped the nation today.
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CDC Turmoil & RFK Jr. Defended as “Crown Jewel”
CDC Director Susan Monarez was dismissed after opposing vaccine policy changes advanced by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Several senior officials resigned in protest, citing concerns over political interference. Jim O’Neill was tapped as interim head, while legal battles continue over other agency leaders.
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Trump’s Claim of “Massive” Oil Reserves in Pakistan Raises Eyebrows
President Trump claimed Pakistan holds “massive” oil reserves, surprising officials and analysts who say the numbers are speculative and not commercially viable. The remarks were part of a new trade agreement covering critical minerals and digital assets, drawing attention from both markets and governments.
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Trump Blocks Nearly $5 Billion in Foreign Aid via “Pocket Rescission”
President Trump used a pocket rescission to halt about $4.9 billion in foreign aid approved by Congress, preventing lawmakers from acting before the funds lapsed. The move has sparked widespread debate over executive authority and constitutional limits on presidential power.
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Confrontation Between Gavin Newsom and Stephen Miller
Governor Gavin Newsom clashed with Stephen Miller in a televised exchange, calling his yelling “shrill” and dismissing claims of widespread voter fraud. Newsom also warned about potential third-term ambitions and criticized other political figures, including Laura Ingraham and VP J.D. Vance.
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Trump Revokes Secret Service Protection for Kamala Harris Ahead of Book Tour
President Trump ended the extended Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, which Biden had previously extended beyond the standard six months. The revocation comes just as Harris is set to launch her nationwide book tour, prompting local officials to explore alternative security arrangements.
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Headlines in motion, chaos in the streets,
Every decision, every move,
You’ve got to know it to understand it,
News isn’t waiting, and neither should you.
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