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Trump chose Kash Patel for FBI after his first choice flunked the interview, says report

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey was reportedly a frontrunner for the top job, with Patel being considered as a contender for deputy director

The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2024

Trump wants to seal Israel-Gaza ceasefire before he takes office, key Senate ally says

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina told Axios the president-elect will get a ceasefire done easily because people fear him

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024

Immigrant 'Criminals' Trump Wants To Deport Only Make Up Tiny Fraction Of Migrants In US, Analysis Found

Trump has vowed to carry out the largest mass deportation operation in American history, starting by ejecting criminals. But they only make up a tiny group of the demographic, a report found.

International Business Times · Nov 29, 2024

Fresh Strikes, Clashes In Lebanon After Ceasefire Calls

Israel bombed Hezbollah's Beirut stronghold on Monday and battles raged in Lebanon's south after the Iran-backed militant group claimed 50 attacks on Israeli targets the day before.

International Business Times · Nov 25, 2024

Israel, Lebanon Reach Reported Cease-Fire Deal: Gold, Oil Tumble; S&P 500, Dow Jointly Hit Record Highs

Israel and Lebanon agree on framework for cease-fire deal to end over a year of conflict, Axios reports. Global markets react with gold and oil prices falling.

Benzinga · Nov 25, 2024

US Immigration Courts Could Face 16-Year Backlog With Trump's Proposed Mass Deportation Plan

Immigrants suspected of being in the U.S. without proper authorization are given due process through the immigration court system. This system also handles cases for asylum seekers and others, who may have legal ways to stay in the country.

Latin Times · Nov 25, 2024

From DACA to TPS: How a Second Trump Term Could Affect Immigration Programs and How States Are Working To Prevent It

As Trump is set to move into the White House in a few weeks, immigrants, experts and lawmakers brace for the next four years of promised immigration crackdown

Latin Times · Nov 23, 2024

Several House Republicans Plan to Break From Trump and Block Key Request to Appointing Gaetz as AG: Report

House Speaker Johnson's ability to secure a House recess vote is uncertain, as even a small number of GOP defectors could derail the process

Latin Times · Nov 21, 2024

John Fetterman Rejects 'Degrading' Republican Anti-Trans Bathroom Ban, Says Sarah McBride Is Free to Use His Office Bathroom

Speaker Mike Johnson's ban caused backlash among several members of the House, with Sen. John Fetterman offering support to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride

Latin Times · Nov 20, 2024

Musk is fighting with top Trump adviser on cabinet picks as Tesla CEO’s influence grows

Tensions are reportedly boiling over as the billionaire clashes over White House roles

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2024