Lawmakers vote to curb Trump war on Iran but fail similar effort on Lebanon A resolution to end US support for Israel's war in Lebanon was met with a rebuke from most Democrats in the House of Representatives late Thursday, as a total of 324 lawmakers from both sides of the aisle rejected it, and only 92 voted in support

Trump says progress made in Lebanon US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he believed progress was being made between Israel and Lebanon and that Lebanon deserved to have peace. Lebanon has been under attack for so many years and always like an underdog, and it would be really nice if it could end, Trump told reporters at the White House

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House Democrats question US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the lack of progress on Trumps 20 point Gaza plan.

The US House of Representatives approves a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's war powers in relation to Iran.

Four Republicans allied with Democrats to pass bill to rein in Trump, though it is likely to face a presidential veto.

European futures data pointed to a broadly negative open for shares listed in the region on Wednesday.

The ruling is a victory for Republicans, who have sought to retain their slim majority in the House of Representatives by redistricting in various states.

Press freedom advocates, however, have warned that the dinner could give Trump a podium to attack the news media.

In conversation with CNBC's Emily Wilkins, the House leader laid out Democrats' path to a majority next Congress and plans to rein in President Donald Trump.

Jerome Powell said White House pressure on the Fed will damage public trust in the U.S

Why 'freedom of speech' has never applied to Muslims Submitted by Shaheen Kattiparambil on Fri, 05/29/2026 - 19:45 Across Europe, this principle is invoked as a defence for far-right hostility, and cast aside in the context of anti-racist critiques Participants and supporters of the far-right Unite the Kingdom march are pictured in London on 16 May 2026 (Justin Tallis/AFP) On As thousands of people gathered in London under the banner of " Unite the Kingdom "last month, much of the public defence of the march rested not on denying its Islamophobic or anti-immigrant rhetoric, but on invoking the language of free speech

He added, The Strait of Hormuz must be opened immediately and without any transit fees, and Tehran must be permanently prevented from acquiring any nuclear weapon. Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, 27 May 2026 (Kent Nishimura/AFP)

Tehran has maintained that negotiations remain ongoing and that several major disputes are still unresolved. US President Donald Trump reacts during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on 27 May 2026

Axios: Trump seeks changes to proposed Iran agreement US President Donald Trump has asked for several amendments to a proposed agreement negotiated by his envoys with Iran, according to Axios, citing US officials. The requested changes reportedly emerged during a White House Situation Room meeting on Friday

US says it is more than capable of resuming war on Iran The United States has warned it is more than capable of resuming its war on Iran as President Donald Trump considers a proposed peace agreement that officials say must meet Washingtons red lines. According to AFP, unnamed US sources said a deal is awaiting Trump's approval following a White House Situation Room meeting, but no final decision was made

President Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi in April after being displeased with her handling of DOJ files about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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The CFTC has argued it has exclusive authority to regulate the growing prediction market sector rather than state-by-state regulation.

Trump says he will not ease sanctions on Iran as part of a deal Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Wed, 05/27/2026 - 19:38 As negotiations continue, Tehran has made clear its primary goal is financial relief US President Donald Trump talks to reporters, flanked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, left, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, right, and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick during a cabinet meeting at the White House, in Washington, DC, on 27 May 2026 (Evan Vucci/Reuters) Off US President Donald Trump told reporters on Wednesday that easing sanctions on Iran is not under consideration in the current negotiationstowards ending the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and paring down Iran's nuclear capability

The White House immigration hawk and deputy chief of staff is pointing the finger in the wrong direction when assigning blame for the federal budget deficit.

I dont think they have a choice. Speaking ahead of a cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump reiterated that he believes Iranian leaders want very much to make a deal

Republicans are struggling to find a clear message to battle high prices as President Trump pushes for funding for a White House ballroom.

A three-judge panel in Birmingham, Alabama, found that the state's proposed map of House districts was 'intentionally discriminatory."

Construction is underway on the South Lawn of the White House in preparation for UFC Freedom 250.

Trump has rarely visited Camp David during either of his presidential terms, though he frequently spends time outside the White House at his own properties.

"We've seen throughout this administration that they like to take what I call a 'fire, ready, aim' approach, especially when it comes to immigration," Steven Brown, a Houston, Texas-based immigration attorney, told Middle East Eye. It may get harder to secure US green card if you come from a travel ban-listed country Read More "They'll put something out, get all the headlines, realise 'we kind of screwed up', and then work it back a little bit till it's more of a tenable solution to what's going on." Brown acknowledged that the way the policy memo is written marks a "huge shift in immigration policy", but it can also be undone just as easily if a different administration comes into the White House in 2029

State lawmakers reject a new map in South Carolina as judges strike down newly drawn US House districts one in Alabama.

Trump administration threatens legal action against employees who leak, aiming to curb information flow to journalists.

Vice President JD Vance is leading an initiative by the Trump administration to reduce fraud in federally funded programs that are administered by states.

Rubio to face Congress as lawmakers scrutinise Iran war US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to testify before Senate and House committees on 2 June as the conflict with Iran remains a major concern for lawmakers

Trump to hold rare cabinet meeting at Camp David US President Donald Trump is expected to convene an unscheduled cabinet meeting on Wednesday at Camp David, the presidential retreat in rural Maryland, rather than at the White House

In an apology, Starbucks South Korea's parent company chairman Chung Yong-jin asked the public not to take their anger out on Starbucks employees and front-of-house workers.

The Trump administration has sought nearly $1bn in taxpayer funds to complete the ballroom project, citing security.

Moscow condemned the actions of the Czech police, calling the detainment a 'provocation'.

US Secret Service officers say they have fatally shot an individual, who "opened fire" near the White House, according to the agency.

No Secret Service agents sustain injuries, but a bystander is wounded in the exchange of fire.

Officers returned fire after suspect pulled weapon from bag, with a bystander also wounded.

Trumps Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has resigned amid intense pressure from the White House.

On the cusp of reining in Trump, House Republicans cancel war powers vote The Republican-led House of Representatives on Thursday unexpectedly cancelled a war powers vote that could have reined in US President Donald Trump's ability to resume hostilities against Iran

While I very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr., and the newest member of the Trump Family, his soon to be wife, Bettina, circumstances pertaining to Government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so, Trump wrote on Truth Social. I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time, he added

At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle, the letter said. Gabbards departure will cement the exit of sceptics of the Iran war and interventionism in the Trump White House

The U.F.C. president on his decades of friendship with Donald Trump, his relationship with Joe Rogan, and his awesome night at the White House Correspondents dinner.

"The one thing [is], I've known the president for 25 years. The president does not rule out anything that will help make American citizens safer,"Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House Task Force on the Fifa World Cup 2026, told the press in December 2025

Rabb's primary win all-but assures midterm victory in US House race, setting him on course to bolster party's left.

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His remarks came as lawmakers continue debating efforts to restrict Trumps authority to pursue military action against Iran without congressional approval. US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a press conference at White House in Washington, 19 May 2026 (Heather Diehl/Getty Images via AFP)

Video: Congressman grills US Admiral on Iranian girls school hit by US strike Congressman and ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee expressed his scepticism about US admiral Bradley Coopers claims that the girls' school struck in Iran was located on an active cruise missile base The admiral did not respond to the members questions over whether the US should take responsibility for the mistake

Centcom chief clashes with US lawmaker over war with Iran US Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper clashed with Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton during a heated House hearing on the US war with Iran

Phosphorus shells land near farmers in Tyre district, Lebanese media says Lebanons state-run National News Agency reported on Tuesday that three phosphorus shells landed near farmers harvesting watermelons in the Mansouri junction area of the Tyre district in southern Lebanon

US: Anti-Aipac congressman unseated in most expensive House primary ever Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 21:26 Thomas Massie lost to the Trump-endorsed former Navy Seal, Ed Gallrein Kentucky Republican Congressman Thomas Massie is pictured at the US Capitol in Washington, DC on 29 April 2026 (Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters) Off Thomas Massie, the Republican congressman who voted down foreign aid packages and heavily criticisedpro-Israel lobbying groups'influence in US politics, lost his primary race in Kentucky on Tuesday

US President Donald Trump has given reporters a tour around the construction site of his White House ballroom.

Vice President JD Vance said at the White House on Tuesday that he and President Donald Trump both support banning congressional stock trading.

The group of friends who found the frog, named it Greg before releasing it at a pond near their shared house in Western Australia.

Why has a Republican contest in Kentucky become the most expensive House primary of all time?

Trump said he is increasing the number of products on the platform by nearly seven times, adding more than 600 generic drugs to the site.

Trump, at a White House event Monday, is expected to announce an expansion of the number of discounted prescription drugs offered through TrumpRX.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said the GOP will refine its approach to seeking money for President Donald Trump's White House ballroom.

Trump will swear in Kevin Warsh, his hand-picked choice to lead the Federal Reserve, during a White House ceremony.

An unprecedented gerrymandering effort led by Donald Trumpand internal divisions among Democratshas made the Minority Leaders path to victory harder than ever.

China will buy 'at least' $17bn worth of US agricultural goods annually, the White House says.

The 38-year-old was bitten at a popular diving and fishing spot near the city of Perth, police say.

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The President swept off to Beijing to court Xi Jinping. Back Stateside, it was non-Presidential motorcades, video games, and a languid vibe at the White House.

The White House said in February that President Donald Trump, who has also faced scrutiny over his ties to Epstein, continues to stand behind Lutnick.

In the letter, Dana White said that the cap is already starting to create problems for the gambling industry.

White House official says President Donald Trump has left written instructions for Vice President JD Vance in the event he is assassinated.

Inside the rise of the Haftar familys Dubai-based 'money man' Submitted by Oscar Rickett on Thu, 05/14/2026 - 07:30 Ahmed Gadalla controls companies in Libya, the UAE, Malta and the UK, and is accused of being a central figure in the Haftars' illicit operations allegations he denies Saddam Haftar, pictured in 2025, son of eastern Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar, is said to have helped Ahmed Gadalla's rise (Social media) Off He is a Libyan businessman who lives in Dubai and carries a passport issued by the Caribbean island of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Louisiana governor suspends vote following Supreme Court ruling; critics say move sows confusion and violates law.