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New Trump administration rules on federal science funding could make American research slower, costlier and harder to share
Beyond deprioritizing scientific merit, the Trump administration’s proposal also restricts researchers’ ability to share their findings and collaborate with each other.
New KFF Poll Shows Public Divided When It Comes to Trusting Federal Health Agencies for Reliable Information
KFF’s latest Tracking Poll on Health Information and Trust finds that following large declines in trust in federal health agencies from 2020 through early 2026, trust in the CDC as a source of health information held steady over the last 6 months, while trust in both President Trump and state government officials declined somewhat.
House Republican accuses Smith of lying about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution
A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him
White House report says Trump can usher in a "new golden age" of science
The resulting report is a near-random mixture of real problems and grievances.
Outcry after $1.15tn defense bill passes in the House
Donald Trump’s decision to attack Iran without first seeking congressional approval has sparked further controversy over the National Defense Authorization Act
Trump Bolstered Saudi Business Connections Amid Nuclear Discussions
While Trump's administration held nuclear-energy talks with Saudi Arabia, his private business moved ahead with a real-estate project tied to the crown prince.
How gun dealers with serious past violations got licenses back under Trump
Nearly a dozen stores that had their licenses revoked under Biden have now been allowed to sell firearms again under Trump, a CNN investigation found.
‘Got to be kidding me’: GOP officials pan Trump’s claims of shocking new election threats
Four days after President Donald Trump declared that his administration uncovered “shocking vulnerabilities in our election infrastructure,” dozens of state election officials from across the country gathered in Boston.
Schiff calls out Trump's corruption, warns against complacency
In a floor speech, California's senator plans to assay the president's conflicts of interest and offer a prescription for cleansing once Trump leaves office. He warns against numbness or complacency.
Get ready for Trump’s tariff Plan C
If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. That’s exactly what President Donald Trump is doing with tariffs.
A Peptide Showdown: F.D.A. Scientists May Clash With R.F.K.’s Agenda
Agency scientists are advising against allowing widespread use of several peptide injections. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, has said people should be free to experiment.
Tension between Mullin and White House appears to be growing, sources say
President Donald Trump brought in Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to lead a department at the forefront of his signature domestic policy.
The White House pushes healthy eating. It cut a landmark nutrition education program
Nutrition advocates and public health experts are mystified by the decision to eliminate SNAP-Ed, given the Trump administration's embrace of the Make America Healthy Again agenda.
Public Health Improvements Stall Amid Trump’s DEI Crackdown
A year after the Environmental Protection Agency stripped grant money from dozens of communities nationwide during Trump’s DEI crackdown, a small Georgia city is struggling to address environmental health concerns.
How four key Trump claims about the Iran war have fallen apart
Several of President Donald Trump’s key claims about the war with Iran have fallen apart.
New Jersey voter glitch delivers Republicans a gift in elections fightNJ Spotlight News
Trump's House allies renew call to pass legislation that critics say would block millions of people from casting ballots
Why a Saudi nuclear deal is a perfect metaphor for Trump’s presidency
The Middle East’s great American disruptor is rolling the dice again.
GOP chair of House Judiciary Committee asks Justice Department to consider prosecuting Jack Smith
Republican Rep. Jim Jordan, chair of the House Judiciary Committee, on Wednesday night asked the Justice Department to consider criminally charging special counsel Jack Smith, who previously prosecuted President Donald Trump, according to a letter sent to DOJ obtained by CNN.
Voters want major change amid economic and political discontent and more top headlines
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Democrats slam Social Security boss over 'politicized' email praising Trump
Senate Democrats condemn Social Security Administration commissioner for “politicized” email to benefits recipients
The White House is heaping political pressure on the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian has so far mostly resisted the White House’s more extreme wishes, but Trump-backed efforts implement ideological change at the museum are mounting.
House votes to adopt Department of War renaming as part of annual defense bill
The House on Wednesday passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump's request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for national security and that would designate the Department of Defense as the Department of War.
Trump to steer billions from universities to AI and individual scientists
White House says overhaul will back AI and researchers to restore the US scientific edge as Beijing closes the innovation gap.
Trump touts children’s investment accounts as he searches for a political win
The president promoted his “Trump accounts” program on a visit to Georgia, hoping to give Republicans an economic message that will connect with voters before the midterms.
With Saudi Deal, Trump Loosens Nuclear Standards for One Close Ally
Nuclear experts say it throws fuel on the smoldering fire of atomic proliferation, creating a destabilizing situation that could raise the risk of nuclear war.
Redistricting pushes incumbents toward the exits: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump’s next big nuclear bet in the Middle East.
Trump’s Plan for Science: More Money for A.I., Less for Universities
Michael Kratsios, President Trump’s science adviser, proposed overhauling how the government funds research. Democrats said Mr. Trump’s actions had weakened science.
Trump’s Plan for Science: More Money for A.I., Less for Universities
Michael Kratsios, President Trump’s science adviser, proposed overhauling how the government funds research. Democrats said Mr. Trump’s actions had weakened science.
U.S. and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement
The deal is expected to involve U.S. firms in developing the program
House takes first step to unlock Iran war funding — but fate in Senate uncertain, with measure tied to ‘SAVE America Act’
The House of Representatives on Wednesday took the first step toward funding President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, as well as approving tens of billions in additional Pentagon money and aid for US farmers.
House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities
Democrats argued the money should be spent at home, particularly on efforts to lower costs for Americans.
Speaking for Fallen Soldiers, Trump Says They Supported the Iran War
President Trump attended a dignified transfer for the soldiers as Americans were growing increasingly critical of the war.
Trump administration to shift R&D funding from academia to individual scientists
The Trump administration announced it plans to shift some of the $200 billion in annual funding for research and development away from academic institutions to focus on individual scientists. In a …
Trump science adviser urges lawmakers to pressure National Academies on climate
The president has demanded an investigation of the National Academies that could cut off government funding.
GOP blocks Schumer's effort to ground taxpayer funding for Trump's Qatari Air Force One
Senate Republicans blocked Chuck Schumer's bill to halt taxpayer funding for the new Air Force One Boeing 747-8 retrofit over nuclear concerns.
Fox News Poll: Voters want major change amid economic and political discontent
Trump approval holds at 39% as Democrats lead the generic ballot by 7 points, the highest for either party in Fox News polling since 1996.
Trump Gives Saudis Concessions In Tentative Nuclear Deal—As Family Business Is Increasingly Tied To Kingdom
The nuclear agreement was first reported Tuesday and Trump is expected to sign it Wednesday.
Trump trade chief downplays fallout from Canada tariffs: ‘This is business’
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer testified at a Senate hearing Wednesday before flying to Mexico City for more talks on the U.S.-Canada-Mexico agreement.
Trump administration steers $5B toward AI research
The initiative marks a wider push to steer federal science funding toward AI-powered research and individual investigators.
AOC Blames Trump Science Cuts for Rise in “Explosive Diarrhea” Cases
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez linked budget reductions in federal science departments during the presidency of Donald Trump to a sharp growth in the number of Americans suffering from explosive diarrh...
A tiny Texas town fights Trump's wall plan
The town argued in court Tuesday that the wall could cause flooding and that the administration isn't following the law as it rushes forward with its plans.
Memphis pizza shop says business is booming after refusing service to National Guard troops
Miles Tamboli says the Memphis Safe Task Force makes the city less safe, and his pizza shop is seeing a surge of local supporters after the boycott call.
Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination to challenge Democrat for Arizona governor
Biggs is a fierce ally of President Donald Trump and former head of the House Freedom Caucus
US to spend $5 billion on health, construction research powered by AI
Agencies will use the funding to identify the root causes of chronic diseases, accelerate drug discovery, develop longer-lasting building materials.
Trump approves nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia
The deal is expected to last 30 years and is also expected to involve U.S. firms in developing the program
IAM Union Thanks Deirdre Hamilton for Distinguished Service, Warns Against Political Interference in Labor Boards
WASHINGTON, July 22, 2026 — The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), which represents more than 100,000 workers across the airline and railroad industries, is thanking former National Mediation Board (NMB) Member Deirdre Hamilton for her service following her dismissal by the Trump Administration, a move made possible by a recent Supreme Court
Live updates: Trump to attend dignified transfer of US service members
President Donald Trump is set to attend the dignified transfer of U.S. service members who were killed in the Middle East amid an escalation in the war with Iran.
Trump administration says 15 agencies will get $5bn in ‘AI for science’ effort
Administration will also overhaul how US government funds federal research by supporting individual scientists and AI over universities
Céline Gounder on cyclospora reporting.
CBS’s Céline Gounder on how the rapid spread of the “diarrhea parasite” is a symptom of Trump’s government cuts—which have stymied access to crucial public health information.
Trump ally pledges to ‘work with people’ he disagrees with after Arizona primary win
Andy Biggs – a hard-right congressman endorsed by Donald Trump – won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor
US to spend $5 billion on health, construction research powered by AI
The U.S. will spend $5 billion to tackle long-standing scientific problems across multiple fields using AI, the Trump administration said in a statement on Wednesday.
US to spend $5 billion on health, construction research powered by AI
The U.S. will spend $5 billion to tackle long-standing scientific problems across multiple fields using AI, the Trump administration said in a statement on Wednesday.
US to Spend $5 Billion on Health, Construction Research Powered by AI
By Courtney Rozen WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - The U.S. will spend $5 billion to tackle long-standing scientific problems across multiple fields using AI, the Trump administration said in a statement on Wednesday. The agencies will use the funding to identify the root causes of chronic ...
Trump-backed candidates, 2020 election deniers, win Arizona primaries
The primaries set the field for what are expected to be heated contests for Congress and governor in a swing state this fall.
6 Takeaways From Arizona’s Tense, Trump-Dominated Primaries
Republicans nominated a former N.F.L. kicker in a top House battleground, a Trump loyalist for governor and an election denier for the state’s top election post.
Trump flexes GOP muscle in Arizona primaries as Dems dodge far-left upset
Arizona’s primaries put Trump’s GOP influence on display and set the stage for high-stakes governor and House races in November.
Live results: Trump-backed Rep. Andy Biggs will win Arizona gubernatorial primary, CNN projects
Rep. Andy Biggs will win the Republican nomination for governor in Arizona, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, setting up a November clash with Democratic incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs in the battleground state.
New public charge rule expands discretion to deny green cards to immigrants
The Trump administration is reviving a policy that would deny permanent legal status to any immigrant who received federal assistance.
Federal civil rights agency moves to stop requiring demographic data collection after 60 years
The Trump administration is moving to toss aside a 60-year-old requirement for tens of thousands of private sector employers to submit workforce demographic reports each year to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the agency responsible for enforcing anti-discrimination laws in the workplace.
With His Latest Threats, Trump Signals to Iran That He Is Willing to Escalate
President Trump is facing a critical moment in the war, which has failed to bring about the “unconditional surrender” he once demanded.
Trump must divulge financial details about businesses in $10bn BBC lawsuit
US judge’s ruling could open up window into first family’s multiple ventures, in drawback of lawsuit on media
President Donald Trump to travel to Michigan ahead of swing state's primary election
President Donald Trump is expected to rally in Oakland County on Monday as early voting begins in Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary
President Donald Trump to travel to Michigan ahead of swing state's primary election
President Donald Trump is expected to rally in Oakland County on Monday as early voting begins in Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary | 830 WCCO
Public Charge Rule set to impact N.Y. green card applicants
The Trump administration’s Department of Homeland Security’s new public charge rule will take effect Sept. 18, 2026.
On election meddling and China, Trump says ‘we do things to them, too’
The president appeared to undercut allegations he made in a prime-time speech last week.
Trump’s latest Canada tariffs raises concerns about Ohio economy
The tariff threatens to trigger a trade war with the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner—and Ohio’s largest.
Trump’s latest Canada tariffs raises concerns about Ohio economy
The tariff threatens to trigger a trade war with the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner—and Ohio’s largest.
US attorney who Trump fired minutes after he got the job sues to get it back
A former US attorney in Washington state is suing the Trump administration for firing him less than one hour after a panel of federal judges unanimously voted to appoint him to the role.
Scoop: Trump's top MAGA advisers gather to plot midterms
Trump's team is sitting on about $530 million and figuring out how, when and where to deploy it.
WATCH: Trump says U.S. would have to 'take care' of potential Houthi blockade of Red Sea
Asked about his level of concern about a blockade of the Red Sea by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, President Donald Trump suggested Tuesday it wasn’t an immediate problem.
Power grid serving Northern Illinois faces breakup risk as feds weigh fate
A frustrated Trump administration wants major changes to the operator of America’s largest power grid as federal regulators meet this week.
Trump administration deferring Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota
California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom accused the administration of targeting it for political reasons
Trump administration deferring Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota
California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom accused the administration of targeting it for political reasons
WATCH LIVE: Hegseth, Caine testify on Trump's funding request before Senate as Iran war reignites
Appeals court rejects Peter Navarro’s push to overturn his conviction over January 6 subpoena
A federal appeals court in Washington, DC, on Tuesday rejected President Donald Trump adviser Peter Navarro’s attempt to overturn his contempt of Congress felony conviction.
Angus King urges Trump administration to drop rule giving political authority over research grants
King, along with 10 Democratic senators, sent a letter to the director of the Office of Management and Budget, Russell Vought, warning that the rule would undermine scientific research, weaken American competitiveness, and increase bureaucracy.
Treasury Secretary: The US could sanction Chinese AI companies
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration is looking into whether Chinese open source AI models were built on stolen IP.
WATCH LIVE: House Oversight hearing examines how the Smithsonian presents U.S. history, under attack by Trump
US Health Secretary Kennedy says CMS is pausing Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota
The Trump administration is pausing over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota "because of suspected fraud and noncompliance," U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said on Tuesday.
US Health Secretary Kennedy Says CMS Is Pausing Medicaid Payments to California and Minnesota
July 21 (Reuters) - The Trump administration is pausing over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota "because of suspected fraud and noncompliance," U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said on Tuesday. "If those states want that money they need to ...
Trump's 50% Canada tariffs risk higher prices and fresh political fallout
President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products
The Education of Markwayne Mullin
How Markwayne Mullin went from Indian Country to Trump’s immigration enforcer
Lebanon's president will meet with Trump at White House
The goal is to bring long-term calm to Lebanon after a war between Israel and the militant Hezbollah group.
Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order
A new Treasury fraud verification system screened 885 million transactions worth $2.77 trillion, catching over 4,900 improper payments to deceased recipients.
CBO investigating feasibility of using healthcare fraud savings to fund Trump’s war
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office is looking into the effectiveness of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ crackdown on waste and abuse in safety net healthcare programs, and whether the efforts could effectively generate tax revenue the government could then spend elsewhere.
Politics & Power: President Trump’s White House windfall of $2.2B and the ethics questions that follow
Matt Corrigan, a political analyst from Jacksonville University, joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on this week’s Politics & Power to discuss the ethics questions raised about policy and profit colliding after President Donald Trump’s $2.2 billion financial disclosures.
Canada ready to ‘intensify’ trade talks as Trump orders new tariffs
PM Mark Carney says Canada has made proposals to resolve dispute as tariffs are due to be imposed on wide range of goods
Trump threatens National Academies with debarment. Here's what it is.
The president invoked an obscure process to review the institution's federal grants over what he says is "climate fraud."
Have US-Ukraine Relations Returned to Square One?
The growing aversion towards Russia, particularly in Washington and other NATO capitals, is set to increase exponentially.
Trump "public charge" rule resets health test for green cards
The policy shift could discourage immigrants from seeking health coverage, public health groups warn.
When US troops die, Trump often reaches quickly for politics
The Iran war has now seen the first US troop deaths since March, with the announcements that three service members have died in recent days.
South Carolina Republicans test Trump's clout in race for Graham's seat
There’s a power struggle brewing in South Carolina, and Trump might not win.
Seth Meyers Calls Trump ‘The Sports Reaper’
The late-night host joked that the president’s sports curse had struck again after he backed Lionel Messi of Argentina, which then lost the World Cup final to Spain.
International Courts Against the Defunding of Climate Science? Revisiting the ICJ’s Climate Change Advisory Opinion
Introduction The first eighteen months of the second Trump administration have witnessed a sustained assault on scientific infrastructures enabling understanding of anthropogenic climate change. This has taken the form of cuts to national science agencies; freezes and dramatic reductions in grants to universities; and attempts to dismantle observation arrays and crucial monitoring stations. It has […]
'Kimmel' Guest Host Colman Domingo Trolls MAGA With Epic Melania Trump Reminder
The actor mocked right-wing outrage over the cast of “The Odyssey.”
Why Trump and Mamdani might both welcome a fight over Netanyahu
President Donald Trump’s approval ratings may be sliding, but one political super sense is as sharp as ever: picking a fight with an adversary he casts as the entire Democratic Party.
Trump rejected nearly 6,000 clemency applications amid hope of pardon wave
Expectations were raised for a raft of pardons in connection with the country’s 250th birthday but the president granted fewer than 20 on July 3.
Bonta says Paramount litigation isn’t ‘anti-Trump’
The California attorney general insisted in an interview with POLITICO that his antitrust litigation is about competition, not politics.
Trump enters an uncertain moment in Iran war that threatens to become a quagmire
Angered by the deaths of three U.S. service members but facing the war’s unpopularity at home, Trump has limited options before him.