Seven things to know about Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
President Donald Trump is set to sign his “big, beautiful bill” into law Friday, after it narrowly passed the House…
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Zohran Mamdani once called African American identity “misleading” — despite checking it on Columbia application
Mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani once said it would be “misleading” to identify as African American — despite selecting the category on his Columbia University application, newly resurfaced footage shows.
US Environmental Agency puts 139 employees on leave over anti-Trump dissent letter
The employees were suspended pending investigation for using their official titles in the letter.
Trump signals no further U.S. retaliation as Iran issues warning
Iran has announced it will not carry out further retaliation against the United States following recent U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear facilities. The U.S., under President Donald Trump, bombed Iranian nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan after escalating conflict with Israel.
FBI hunts Lagos scammer who allegedly stole Trump’s 2025 inauguration funds
The FBI has filed a civil forfeiture complaint and is seeking an arrest warrant for Ehiremen Aigbokhan, a Lagos-based fraudster accused of stealing over ₦460 million in cryptocurrency meant for U.S. President Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration.
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Musk demands Epstein files release again!
Musk had earlier suggested Trump’s name appears in the files, a claim tied to their recent fallout.
House passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ in dramatic overnight vote
Republican leaders hailed the bill as a victory for American families and fiscal reform.
USA chants erupt as Speaker Johnson announces bill passage
Cheers of “USA!” rang through the House chamber after Speaker Mike Johnson announced the passage of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a key Republican legislative priority. The bill narrowly passed with a 218-214 vote, receiving no support from Democratic representatives. It now heads to President Trump, who is expected to sign it into law on July 4, marking a symbolic win for the GOP on Independence Day.
Trump threatens Republicans as House vote on spending bill stalls
“What are the Republicans waiting for??? MAGA IS NOT HAPPY, AND IT’S COSTING YOU VOTES!!!” Trump wrote on Truth Social as voting continued overnight.
Trump to host African leaders for trade talks after Florida visit
“We will favor those nations that demonstrate both the ability and willingness to help themselves,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.