Human Rights Watch Warns U.S. Is Slipping Toward “Authoritarianism” Under Trump
Washington, D.C. — Human Rights Watch (HRW), the New York‑based global advocacy group, has issued…
Human Rights Watch Warns U.S. Is Slipping Toward “Authoritarianism” Under Trump
Washington, D.C. — Human Rights Watch (HRW), the New York‑based global advocacy group, has issued a stark warning that the United States is headed toward authoritarian rule under President Donald Trump, amid a worldwide decline in democratic freedoms not seen in nearly 40 years. The warning was published Wednesday as part of HRW’s annual World…
Trump Administration Hit with Federal Lawsuit Over Immigrant Visa Ban Affecting 75 Countries
Washington, D.C. — A coalition of immigrant rights groups and U.S. citizens has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s controversial freeze on immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, and Albania. The policy, which took effect on January 21, indefinitely pauses immigrant visa issuance while allowing nonimmigrant visas…
Trump’s Kennedy Center Closure Leaves Artists and Patrons in Uncertainty
Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s announcement to close the Kennedy Center for a two-year renovation has stirred controversy and left artists, performers, and patrons wondering about the future of the iconic performing arts venue. The closure, announced via Trump’s social media, comes amid a turbulent relationship between the president and the Kennedy Center. During…
Trump Predicts Iran Will Seek Nuclear Deal Amid Threat of US Strikes
Washington, D.C. / Tehran — US President Donald Trump expressed confidence on Friday that Iran would pursue negotiations rather than face potential American military action, even as Tehran insisted its missile capabilities would not be up for discussion. “I can say this, they do want to make a deal,” Trump told reporters in the Oval…
Trump Labels Minneapolis Nurse Killed by Federal Agents an “Agitator” Amid Rising Outrage
Minneapolis, MN — US President Donald Trump sparked fresh controversy on Friday after branding Alex Pretti, a nurse fatally shot by federal agents, an “agitator” and “perhaps, insurrectionist.” The remarks come amid growing national backlash over federal operations in Minneapolis, where two American citizens have recently died during immigration enforcement actions. Pretti, 37, was killed…
White House and Slovak Leader Deny Report on Trump’s Mental State
Washington, D.C. / Bratislava — Both the White House and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico have firmly denied reports suggesting concerns about President Donald Trump’s mental health were shared with European leaders. Politico, citing unnamed European diplomats, claimed that Fico described Trump’s “psychological state” as worrying during a summit last week. The report also alleged…
Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran, Declares “Time is Running Out” on Nuclear Deal
Washington, D.C. — US President Donald Trump escalated tensions with Iran on Wednesday, issuing renewed threats of military action while urging Tehran to negotiate a nuclear deal. Trump’s warning comes after Iranian officials rejected talks under the shadow of American force. “Hopefully Iran will quickly ‘Come to the Table’ and negotiate a fair and equitable…
Trump Slaps South Korea with 25% Tariffs, Escalating Trade Tensions
Washington, D.C. — US President Donald Trump announced Monday that he is raising tariffs on South Korean goods, including automobiles, lumber, and pharmaceuticals, from 15% to 25%. The move comes amid accusations that South Korea has failed to implement a previously agreed-upon trade deal with the United States. “South Korea’s Legislature is not living up…
Obama and Clinton Condemn Minneapolis Immigration Shootings, Call for Action
MINNEAPOLIS — Former US Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have issued sharp statements urging Americans to defend democratic values following two fatal shootings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. The incidents have ignited nationwide outrage and intensified scrutiny of the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration crackdown. On Saturday, 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti was shot…
UK PM Keir Starmer Condemns Trump’s Afghanistan Troop Comments
LONDON — UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer strongly criticized US President Donald Trump on Friday for remarks claiming that NATO troops “stayed a little back” from the front lines in Afghanistan. Starmer described the comments as “insulting” and “appalling,” sparking outrage across the political spectrum in the United Kingdom. In an interview aired Thursday on…
