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    Trump says he expects Iran talks this week after rejecting proposal●After nixing Iran proposal, Trump tells Axios he expects talks this week✉newsWar45 min ago

    President Trump says he expects new talks with Iran to take place this week, according to an interview with Axios. The comment came shortly after his administration turned down a proposal from Tehran, and it suggests diplomacy between Washington and Iran is still moving forward despite the rejection.

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    Netherlands braces for potential US sanctions against ICC▼Netherlands bracing for potentially devastating US sanctions against the ICCYhnWarMiddle East14243 min ago

    The Dutch government is preparing for the possibility of sweeping US sanctions against the International Criminal Court, which is headquartered in The Hague. The Hague-based court, which has pursued warrants including against Israeli leaders, could face severe operational disruption if Washington moves ahead, and Dutch officials are reportedly working on protective measures while the EU weighs a response.

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    Trump's economy boasts falling flat with voters ahead of midterms●As the US midterms approach, Trump’s boasts on the economy fall flat with voters✉newsBusinessEconomy36 min ago

    Ahead of the US midterm elections, Donald Trump's claims of economic success are failing to resonate with voters. Despite the administration's boasts about jobs and growth, many Americans report feeling little improvement in their own finances, and polling suggests the economy remains a weak point for Trump's party heading into the vote.

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    France 24 investigates Trump deportations to Africa●Deported to Africa: An international investigation into Trump’s migrant policy • FRANCE 24▶youtubeWorldImmigration243.6K51 min ago

    France 24 has published an international investigation into the Trump administration's migrant policy, focusing on deportations of migrants to African countries. The report examines where deported people are being sent, the conditions they face, and the agreements behind these removals. The investigation is drawing large attention online as immigration remains one of the most contested aspects of Trump's second-term agenda.

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    UN experts say Trump's third-country deportations violate human rights●Trump’s deportations to third countries violate human rights, UN experts warn✉newsWorldHuman Rights50 min ago

    United Nations experts have warned that the Trump administration's practice of deporting migrants to third countries violates international human rights law. The warning, reported by The Guardian, adds to mounting international criticism of US deportation policies, which have seen migrants sent to countries other than their own, raising concerns over safety, due process and refoulement.

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    Iran says diplomacy remains the only way to resolve tensions with the United States, after President Trump reportedly rejected a proposed peace plan. The statement from Tehran underscores a gap between the two sides, with Iran pressing for talks even as Washington refuses the deal on the table. Officials and observers are watching closely for any shift in negotiations.

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    US judge overturns Trump's White House media ban●US judge overturns President Trump's White House media ban | BBC News▶youtubeWorldLaw & Courts554.4K49 min ago

    A US federal judge has overturned President Trump's ban blocking certain media outlets from White House coverage. The ruling means journalists previously excluded from press access can return to presidential events and briefings. The decision is being widely covered as a significant test of press freedom and the limits of presidential power over media access, with strong public interest in how the administration will respond.

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    Trump's legal position on White House media ban shifts dramatically●'Trump's legal position has shifted dramatically': Unpacking WH media ban▶youtubeWorldLaw & Courts1.0M49 min ago

    Legal analysts say the Trump administration's position in the dispute over banning certain media outlets from the White House has shifted dramatically, with CNN walking through how the administration's arguments have evolved and what the ban means for press access. The case has drawn wide attention as a test of press freedom and the limits of presidential control over media access.

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    Migrants say ICE deported them to Africa against their will●Detained by Trump’s ICE and sent to Africa against their will▶youtubeWorldImmigration646K51 min ago

    Channel 4 News reports on migrants detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Trump administration who say they were deported to African countries despite having no connection to them. The story has drawn widespread attention, with critics describing the removals as coerced and legally questionable, while supporters of tougher immigration enforcement argue the deportations are a legitimate use of third-country removal agreements.

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    Waltz says Trump keeps 'all options on the table' on Iran▼Waltz: Trump to keep 'all options on the table' to prevent nuclear-armed Iran✉newsWarNuclear40 min ago

    US national security adviser Mike Waltz says President Trump will keep 'all options on the table' to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The statement underscores the administration's hard line on Tehran's nuclear programme, leaving open the possibility of both diplomatic and military measures as tensions over Iran's nuclear ambitions continue.

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    A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's ban blocking certain journalists from White House press access, ordering that reporters be allowed back into press events. The decision is being widely covered as a significant test of First Amendment protections, with supporters calling it a victory for press freedom and the administration expected to contest or work around the ruling.

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    Trump Caught Between Costly War on Iran and Difficult Retreat▼Trump Caught between Costly War on Iran, Politically Difficult Retreat✉newsWorld2 h ago

    Donald Trump is facing a strategic dilemma over the conflict with Iran: continuing a costly military confrontation or pursuing a withdrawal that could carry significant political costs at home. Commentators are weighing the financial burden of the war against the reputational damage a retreat could inflict, with observers questioning how the administration can extricate itself without appearing weak.

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    Rising Deficits and War Undermine Trump's Rate and Inflation Strategy▼Rising Deficits and War Unravel Trump's Strategy to Lower Interest Rates and Inflation https://www.wsj.com/articles/risiMmastodonBusinessMarkets436 min ago

    The Wall Street Journal reports that growing federal deficits and ongoing war pressures are unraveling the Trump administration's strategy to bring down interest rates and inflation. The article argues that fiscal gaps and geopolitical conflict are pushing borrowing costs and price pressures in the opposite direction from the administration's goals. Analysts and market watchers are weighing the implications for US fiscal policy and the Federal Reserve.

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    US plans 90-day diesel export ban, alarming Europe●US plan for 90 day diesel export ban could have significant impact on EuropeYhnWorldDiplomacy653 min ago

    The US is considering a 90-day ban on diesel exports, a move that could significantly affect Europe, which relies on American diesel supplies. Politico reports the EU has launched a diplomatic offensive to persuade the Trump administration to drop the plan, warning of fuel price increases and potential supply shortages for European industry and transport if the ban goes ahead.

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    Deported from US to Liberia: 'I didn't know it existed'●'I didn't know Liberia existed' - deported to Africa by Trump▶youtubeWorldImmigration642.2K2 h ago

    Channel 4 News reports on people deported by the Trump administration to Liberia, a country many had no connection to. One deportee says they did not even know Liberia existed before being sent there. The deportations to African nations, rather than migrants' countries of origin, have drawn criticism from rights groups and raised questions about the legality and humanity of the policy.

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    CNN allowed back into White House after judge pauses media ban●Watch CNN allowed back into WH after judge pauses Trump admin media ban▶youtubeWorldLaw & Courts709.1K49 min ago

    A federal judge has temporarily paused the Trump administration's ban barring CNN from the White House, and the network's reporters were allowed back into the building. The case has become a flashpoint in the broader fight over press access and the administration's efforts to penalize news outlets it views as unfavorable.

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    Trump administration rolls back US fuel economy standards▼Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards, critics say at a significant environmental cost✉newsWorldPolitics13 min ago

    The Trump administration has announced lower fuel economy standards for vehicles in the United States. Critics say the rollback will come at a significant environmental cost, increasing emissions and fuel consumption. Supporters argue the change eases regulatory burdens on automakers. The decision has sparked debate over the balance between industry costs and climate commitments.

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    Trump considering diesel export ban amid global supply crunch▼Trump ‘very seriously’ considering diesel export ban as global supply crunch worsens✉newsWorld58 min ago

    Donald Trump says his administration is 'very seriously' considering banning diesel exports as global diesel supplies tighten and prices climb. A ban would keep more US fuel at home for domestic consumers and industries, but could worsen shortages in Europe and other regions that rely heavily on American diesel. Markets and allies are watching closely for a decision.

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    Trump plan to weaken Endangered Species Act echoes Scalia dissent●Trump's sneaky plan to gut Endangered Species Act draws from 1995 Scalia dissentYhnEnvironmentWildlife911 min ago

    The Trump administration is pursuing changes that would significantly weaken the Endangered Species Act, and the legal approach draws heavily on a 1995 dissent by the late Justice Antonin Scalia. The strategy could narrow how habitat is protected for endangered species. Critics call it a 'sneaky' way to gut protections without Congress, while supporters argue it reins in regulatory overreach.

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    Trump administration lowers US fuel economy standards▼The Latest: Trump Administration Lowers Fuel Economy Standards✉newsWorld36 min ago

    The Trump administration has moved to lower federal fuel economy standards for vehicles, weakening requirements that automakers improve average mileage across their fleets. The change, reported by Beloit Daily News as part of its latest news updates, is likely to affect vehicle costs, emissions levels, and the broader US auto industry.

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    Trump AI meeting with tech CEOs to focus on balance, Johnson says●Trump's AI meeting with tech CEOs to focus on finding balance, US House speaker says✉newsTechnology27 min ago

    President Trump is set to hold a meeting with leading technology chief executives on artificial intelligence policy. US House Speaker Mike Johnson said the discussion will centre on finding balance, presumably between fostering innovation and addressing risks such as regulation, safety and economic impact. The gathering draws attention given the major role tech firms play in the AI race and the administration's evolving stance on overseeing the technology.

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    TV Networks to Resume Trump Coverage Despite CNN Exclusion▼TV Networks to Resume Trump Coverage, Even as White House Excludes CNNMmastodonWorldUS Politics9613 min ago

    Major US television networks plan to resume covering President Trump after the White House TV pool went dark this past week amid a standoff between CNN and the administration. The White House has excluded CNN from the pool, but network leaders argue that an indefinite suspension of coverage is untenable and are moving to restore their broadcasts regardless of the dispute.

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    Trump administration set to lower US fuel economy standards▼Trump administration set to roll out lower fuel economy standards for cars, light trucks✉newsBusinessEconomy36 min ago

    The Trump administration is preparing to roll out weaker fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks, a reversal of stricter efficiency requirements. The move is being widely reported across US media and is expected to draw criticism from environmental groups while being welcomed by automakers seeking lower compliance costs.

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    Fossil fuel influence linked to Trump's attack on university research, study finds▼Decades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study says https://www. theguardiMmastodonWorldUS Politics412 min ago

    A new study argues that decades of fossil fuel industry funding and influence over American universities helped create the conditions for the Trump administration's current cuts and restrictions on university research, particularly climate-related work. The findings suggest corporate money shaped academic priorities and left institutions vulnerable to political pressure.

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    The Decades-Old Roots of Trump's War on Iran▼The Decades-Old Roots of Trump’s War on Iran✉newsWar45 min ago

    The Nation examines the historical origins of the Trump administration's confrontation with Iran, arguing that current tensions are rooted in decades of US-Iran hostility rather than recent events alone. The piece places the administration's Iran policy within a longer arc of sanctions, regime-change advocacy and regional conflict stretching back through multiple presidencies.

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    Trump administration advances plan to turn warhead plutonium into reactor fuel●The # Trump admin is moving forward with a plan to provide Cold War-era # plutonium from dismantled # nuclear warheads tMmastodonWarNuclear3140 min ago

    The Trump administration is moving forward with a plan to supply plutonium from dismantled Cold War-era nuclear warheads to companies that would convert the material into fuel for nuclear power plants. The proposal has generated debate and unease among experts and observers, who are weighing the potential benefits of recycling weapons material against safety and security concerns over handling such dangerous stockpiles.

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    Immigration policies push foreign researchers out of the U.S.●Immigration changes are driving foreign researchers to leave the U.S.YhnWorldImmigration951 min ago

    A STAT News survey finds that recent U.S. immigration policy changes are prompting foreign-born scientists and researchers to leave the country. Respondents report visa uncertainty, residency obstacles and a harsher climate for international scholars, raising concerns that the exodus will weaken American science, hollow out research teams and push talent toward countries more welcoming to skilled migrants.

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    The Trump administration has scrapped stricter fuel-economy standards for vehicles, reversing tougher emissions and efficiency requirements put in place under previous policy. The move, reported by the Wall Street Journal, is expected to ease compliance costs for automakers but draw criticism from environmental groups concerned about higher fuel consumption and pollution. The change is likely to trigger legal challenges and debate over US climate policy.

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    Trump cancels $810 million in federal spending▼What to know about the $810 million in spending canceled by President Trump✉newsWorldUS Politics56 min ago

    President Trump has canceled $810 million in government spending, drawing attention to which programs are being cut and why. The move is part of the administration's broader effort to slash federal expenditures, and observers are still working through the details of what exactly has been eliminated and who will be affected by the cancellations.

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    The Trump administration has sharply rolled back federal fuel economy standards for new cars, loosening requirements that automakers improve mileage and cut emissions. The move is expected to lower vehicle costs for consumers but draw criticism from environmental groups and states pursuing stricter climate rules, and it is likely to trigger legal challenges over the rollback's scope.

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    Trump administration finalizes rollback of US fuel economy standards●Trump admin finalizes reversal of US fuel economy standards✉newsLifeAutos1 h ago

    The Trump administration has finalized the reversal of US fuel economy standards, rolling back emissions and mileage requirements for cars and light trucks. The move undoes stricter efficiency rules introduced under the previous administration and is expected to draw criticism from environmental groups and states, while being welcomed by automakers opposed to compliance costs.

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    The Next Front in Trump's Immigration Crackdown▼The Next Front in Trump’s War Against Immigrants✉newsWorldImmigration51 min ago

    Commentary from The New Republic argues that the Trump administration is opening a new front in its campaign against immigrants, extending policies beyond earlier enforcement efforts. The piece frames the move as an escalation of a broader hardline agenda, adding to ongoing debate over the administration's immigration strategy and its effects on migrant communities.

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    Trump Administration Allows Killing of Endangered Species▼Trump administration says developers, loggers can kill endangered species✉newsEnvironmentWildlife11 min ago

    The Trump administration has announced a policy change allowing developers and loggers to kill endangered species, according to multiple US news outlets. The move, reported by publications including TownLift and the Union Leader, is drawing criticism from conservation advocates who say it weakens protections under the Endangered Species Act in favor of industry interests. Environmental groups are expected to challenge the decision.

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    The Trump administration is moving to weaken US fuel economy standards, rolling back requirements that pushed carmakers to produce more efficient vehicles. The change would affect what cars automakers must sell in the United States and could lead to higher fuel consumption and emissions. Supporters frame it as cutting regulatory costs for industry, while environmental groups warn it undermines climate goals.

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    Susan Collins condemns Trump's cancellation of congressionally approved spending▼Sen. Susan Collins condemns "illegal actions" as Pres. Trump cancels spending approved by Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics56 min ago

    Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine has condemned what she calls "illegal actions" after President Trump moved to cancel spending previously approved by Congress. The dispute centers on the White House withholding or rescinding funds Congress had already appropriated, a move Collins and other lawmakers argue oversteps presidential authority and undermines Congress's constitutional power of the purse. It adds to tensions between congressional Republicans and the administration over executive power.

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    White House Defends Media Ban, Calling Access a 'Privilege'●White House Says Access Is a 'Privilege' in Court Filing Defending Media BanYhnWorldUS Politics5256 min ago

    The Trump administration argued in a court filing that press access to the White House is a 'privilege' rather than a right, defending its ban on outlets including CNN, Politico and MS NOW. The filing has drawn criticism from press freedom advocates who say it undermines First Amendment protections, and the case is now being closely watched as a test of the administration's control over media access.

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    Trump's immigration crackdown said to be harming children▼How Trump’s immigration crackdown is harming children — including U.S. citizens✉newsWorldImmigration3 h ago

    Reports describe how the Trump administration's immigration crackdown is causing harm to children, including U.S. citizen children who are affected by deportations and enforcement actions involving their families. The reporting highlights concerns about family separations and the wider impact of enforcement policies on minors caught up in immigration operations.

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    Trump Administration Sharpens Rollback of Fuel Economy Rules●Trump Sharply Scales Back Fuel Economy Rules for New Cars https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/climate/trump-gas-cars-mileMmastodonWorldPolitics257 min ago

    The Trump administration is sharply scaling back federal fuel economy standards for new cars, according to a New York Times report. The move would weaken mileage requirements for gas-powered vehicles, reversing stricter efficiency rules and drawing criticism from climate advocates while being welcomed by automakers and industry groups.

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    A federal judge has blocked a Trump administration immigration rule affecting federal programs, ruling against its enforcement. The decision stops the rule from taking effect while litigation continues. Coverage is so far limited to legal outlets such as the Wisconsin Law Journal, with no further details on which programs are affected or the reasoning behind the ruling included in available reports.

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    The Trump administration is set to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards, reversing stricter efficiency requirements put in place under previous rules. The rollback would allow automakers to sell less fuel-efficient vehicles, easing regulatory pressure on the industry. Environmental groups are expected to criticize the move, while manufacturers and consumers of larger vehicles stand to benefit.