Axios — Coverage Tracked by Aletheia
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Nato welcomes Greenland deal as Trump says it will give US 'permanent security control'
The United States, Denmark, and Greenland have negotiated an agreement to expand the U.S. military and security presence in the Arctic territory. While President Trump characterized the pact as…
Sunday Shows Preview: Trump bans 3 media outlets from White House; Parties make final cases as midterms approach
President Trump announced an immediate ban on reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, leading to the confiscation of their White House press badges on Saturday. The move has triggered significant…
Trump invites public to vote on names to replace ‘artificial intelligence’
President Donald Trump announced plans to create an 'AI Force' and appoint an artificial intelligence czar to foster rapid technological growth with limited federal regulation. The move comes amid…
Uber to pay $40M over death of woman killed on freeway after ride
Uber was ordered to pay $40 million to the family of a California woman who was killed on a highway after being ejected from a vehicle during a ride. The case underscores broader debates surrounding…
Hegseth backs Trump on banning media outlets
President Donald Trump announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House press access due to what he described as unfavorable coverage, warning that other outlets could follow. Defense…
U.S., Denmark reach security deal on Greenland
President Trump announced that the United States has reached a security agreement with Denmark concerning Greenland, claiming it provides permanent security oversight. The announcement marks a…
UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes
A UN-backed fact-finding mission reported reasonable grounds to believe that U.S. airstrikes in Iran, including deadly attacks on a primary school and a sports facility, may constitute war crimes.…
News Wrap: Judge says Kennedy Center must provide notice before making changes to building
A federal judge ruled Thursday that officials must provide 30 days' written notice before undertaking any major alterations or demolition work on the Kennedy Center. The decision strengthens an…
WATCH: RFK Jr. speaks at conference for anti-vaccine group he founded
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference held by the anti-vaccine organization he once chaired, telling attendees that the Trump administration supports their…
Speaker Johnson recesses House early, blocking Massie's push to impeach Hegseth
House Speaker Mike Johnson decided to recess the House of Representatives early ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, effectively blocking a resolution by Rep. Thomas Massie to impeach Defense…
House passes Russia and Iran sanctions bill championed by Sen. Lindsey Graham
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran, named in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, and sent it to the president's desk. The legislation…
Trump rips ‘hostile’ Fed board after interest rate hike but defends Warsh
The Federal Reserve unanimously voted to raise interest rates by a quarter of a point for the first time in three years to combat rising inflation driven in part by conflict in Iran. In response,…
WATCH: Rep. Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth on House floor
Representative Thomas Massie introduced eight articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging unconstitutional military actions against Iran in violation of the War Powers…
Iran war powers resolution passes House with seven Republican defections
The House of Representatives passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution in a 220-204 vote aimed at limiting presidential military actions in Iran. The measure succeeded with the support of…
Sen. Mitch McConnell reappears on Capitol Hill after lengthy absence
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the U.S. Capitol on Monday to cast his first vote after a three-month medical absence caused by a fall at his home in June. His return ends weeks of speculation…
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ suddenly shuttered following DHS auditor’s report
A state-run immigrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, nicknamed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' was closed following a Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report. The audit revealed…
Trump pushes back as AI leaders fuel calls to rein in rapidly advancing technology
Industry leaders like Anthropic's CEO have called for a slowdown and increased oversight in artificial intelligence development, citing rapid advancements and potential risks. In response, President…
Supreme Court strikes down USPS mail-in voting rule
The Supreme Court issued a 7-2 decision rejecting the Trump administration's proposed restrictions on mail-in voting through the U.S. Postal Service ahead of the midterm elections. The ruling leaves…
Trump says Ukraine should halt Russian refinery strikes amid surging diesel prices
During a visit to Ireland, Donald Trump called on Ukraine to cease drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, pointing to rising global diesel costs and broader energy market pressures. The remarks…
Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies
Saudi Arabia is confronting growing security threats from Iranian-aligned groups, including drone attacks on major pipelines and disruptions to key maritime shipping lanes. Simultaneously, the…
Trump says he would ‘probably’ be able to make deals with Democrats
Former President Trump stated that he could 'probably' negotiate deals with Democrats if they win control of Congress, while also pledging to act as a 'blocker' against their broader policy agenda.…
Live updates: Democrat Fetterman makes surprise appearance at GOP convention
Democratic Senator John Fetterman made a surprise video appearance at the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas to introduce Republican Senator Dave McCormick and pledge…
Scoop: Anthropic whistleblower gave up his equity to leave the company
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned and forfeited unvested equity to sound the alarm about catastrophic safety risks in rapid AI development. His departure has intensified debates among…
Watch live: Trump to headline first GOP midterm convention
The Republican National Committee is hosting an unprecedented two-day midterm convention in Dallas, featuring Donald Trump as the keynote speaker alongside prominent party figures. The event is…
Iran says it plans to announce a new 'exclusion zone' near the Strait of Hormuz
Iran announced plans to establish a new exclusion zone near the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. strikes on three Iranian oil tankers. The U.S. operation was conducted in retaliation for Iranian…
Trump posts map labeling New Mexico as ‘New America’ after online hoax
Donald Trump shared a map on Truth Social that crossed out 'Mexico' in New Mexico and replaced it with 'America,' teasing a renaming of the state. The post followed a debunked online hoax claiming he…
Germany's far-right AfD set for big win in eastern state, just short of majority
Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) has achieved a historic regional election victory, securing roughly 44% of the vote in an eastern state. Despite this commanding lead, the party fell just…
Scoop: Republican midterms convention speakers revealed
A leaked preliminary speaker list for the upcoming GOP midterm convention in Dallas shows Donald Trump and key allies sharing the stage with Republican candidates running in competitive races. The…
Witkoff, Kushner meet with Putin to discuss Ukraine war
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss peace proposals aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The three-hour meeting is part of a…
US and Iran trade retaliatory attacks on ships as conflict flares
U.S. forces struck three Iranian oil tankers in retaliation after Iran fired ballistic missiles at two U.S. Navy warships. The strikes reflect an ongoing cycle of maritime confrontation in the Strait…
Federal judge extends block on Trump order seeking to limit mail voting in the midterms
A federal judge has extended an order barring the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing an executive order by President Donald Trump that sought to limit mail-in voting for the midterm elections. The…
Remembering Gloria Steinem and her trailblazing fight for women's rights
Gloria Steinem, the renowned feminist activist, journalist, and co-founder of Ms. magazine, has died at age 92 at her home in New York City. Tributes have poured in from political leaders, cultural…
Stephen A. Smith on Trump, Democrats and the politics of chaos
This news digest spans various political and policy developments, highlighted by cultural commentary on partisan dysfunction and administrative governance. It covers debates over federal involvement…
Trump to speak on both nights of midterm convention in programming shuffle: Report
President Donald Trump has reportedly expanded his role at the Republican Party's upcoming midterm convention to deliver remarks on both nights rather than just a single keynote address. The schedule…
House Democrats vow repercussions for centrists who bucked Jeffries and helped GOP force socialism vote
House Democratic leadership is pursuing repercussions against centrist members who voted with Republicans to advance a procedural measure enabling a vote to condemn socialism. The unexpected…
Mass. Sen. Ed Markey will defeat Rep. Seth Moulton in Democratic primary, AP projects
Incumbent Senator Ed Markey defeated Representative Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. The contest framed a battle between an 80-year-old progressive stalwart…
Trump implores Iranians to ‘rise up and fight’ as he shrugs off ‘worthless’ talks
Following recent U.S. military strikes against Iranian targets and tankers, President Trump urged the Iranian public to 'rise up and fight' while rejecting diplomatic negotiations as ineffective. The…
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to the Trump administration after roughly 18 months in the position. The departure follows reported internal tensions between Driscoll and…
Google Maps switches to "Lake America" as Canada compares change to SNL skit
Following an executive order by President Donald Trump renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for U.S. records, Google updated its Maps platform for domestic users to reflect the change. The…
U.S. strikes Iran to prevent Hormuz mine threat
U.S. forces launched targeted airstrikes against Iranian rocket launch sites on Larak Island to prevent the deployment of naval mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strikes mark the first…
Nepal floods: Nearly 800 dead as rescuers try to reach tunnel workers
Catastrophic flash flooding in the Nepal-Tibet border region has killed nearly 800 people and left thousands missing, prompting desperate search-and-rescue efforts to reach trapped hydroelectric…
Google’s Obedience to Trump’s “Lake America” Order Follows a Depressing Pattern
President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' amid escalating trade disputes with Canadian leadership. In response, Google Maps updated the body of…
News Wrap: Friday marks 6 months since Iran war started
Friday marks six months since the U.S. and Israel initiated military strikes against Iran, passing the initial projection of a multi-week campaign. News outlets are reviewing the administration's…
Hegseth shuts down report he’s eyeing 2028 presidential bid: ‘100% false’
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth strongly denied media reports suggesting he is considering a 2028 presidential campaign, labeling the claims entirely false. Hegseth criticized the reliance on…
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
President Trump announced what he described as a historic agreement granting the United States majority control over roughly 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves. The announcement follows…
Trump executive order changes name of Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' following the collapse of trade negotiations with Canada. The decision escalated bilateral tensions and prompted…
Titanic artifacts auction blocked by federal judge
A federal judge in Virginia has blocked a planned auction of more than 100 century-old artifacts salvaged from the RMS Titanic. The ruling determined that selling the items piecemeal poses a threat…
Rubio says US strikes on Iran paused ‘for the time being’ in lieu of economic war
U.S. officials have indicated that potential military strikes against Iran are currently paused as the administration shifts focus toward intensified economic sanctions aimed at Tehran and its major…
Supreme Court: Trump can start carrying out order restricting mail-in voting
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily lifted a lower court's injunction, allowing the Trump administration to begin implementing an executive order that restricts mail-in voting. The decision grants…