President Donald Trump praised the Houthis for their “bravery” despite their attacks on Israel and shipping in the Red Sea, which have disrupted global markets. The Trump administration intensified attacks on the Houthis, initially started by President Joe Biden, leading to an agreement to leave U.S. shipping interests alone. This campaign cost the U.S. approximately $750 million. Trump expressed confidence in the Houthis’ promise to cease attacks, despite concerns from human rights activists about civilian casualties. Ava Sinclair 08/05/2025 5:30 am
Jon Voight met Donald Trump at an Oscars afterparty decades ago, bonding over Voight’s film “The Champ.” Voight, a Trump supporter since 2016, is collaborating with him on a plan to curb runaway production and restore jobs. Trump’s recent call for 100% tariffs on foreign films shocked Hollywood, despite some industry agreement on the need for federal help. Voight, working with producer Steven Paul, remains optimistic about their plan despite media skepticism, emphasizing positive feedback and ongoing efforts. Amelia Kensington 07/05/2025 9:30 pm
Donald Trump plans to announce a name change for the Persian Gulf to the “Arabian Gulf” or “Gulf of Arabia” during his Saudi Arabia trip, sparking backlash from Iran. Iran’s foreign minister criticized the move as politically motivated and hostile, emphasizing the historical significance of the name. Arab nations support the change, while Iran maintains its historical ties. The Persian Gulf has been known by this name since the 16th century, though “Arabian Gulf” is used in some Middle Eastern countries. The US military has used “Arabian Gulf” in its communications for years. Ava Sinclair 07/05/2025 7:00 pm
A week into Donald Trump’s second term, the U.S. military ordered three airlines to halt 11 flights carrying weapons to Ukraine. This caused confusion among Ukrainian and Polish officials, who questioned whether it was a permanent stop. Top U.S. security officials were initially unable to provide answers. Within a week, flights resumed. The order came from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office, according to TRANSCOM records reviewed by Reuters. Noah Prescott 06/05/2025 11:30 am
The NFL Draft will return to Washington, D.C. in 2027 for the first time in over 85 years, as announced by President Donald Trump at the White House. The Commanders had aimed for this event, and it will follow Pittsburgh’s 2026 hosting. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed excitement about bringing the draft to a city rich in history. The draft setup is expected to utilize Washington’s unique features, with the National Mall as the staging area. This will be the first draft in the capital since 1940. Gabriel Hartley 06/05/2025 5:30 am
President Donald Trump is set to announce Washington, D.C., as the host of the 2027 NFL Draft, aiming to hold it on the National Mall. The announcement will include Washington owner Josh Harris and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. This follows D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s announcement of the Washington Commanders’ return to the city with plans for a new stadium at the RFK Stadium site, pending city council approval, with an opening projected for 2030. Xavier Whitman 06/05/2025 2:00 am
The Washington Post won two Pulitzer Prizes, including for breaking-news coverage of an attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Ann Telnaes received her second Pulitzer for illustrated reporting. ProPublica earned the public service prize for reporting on abortion law impacts. The New York Times won four awards, including for a series on Baltimore’s fentanyl crisis with the Baltimore Banner. The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, and Reuters also received awards. A special citation was posthumously awarded to Chuck Stone for his pioneering work as a Black columnist. Noah Prescott 06/05/2025 1:00 am
The New York Times won four Pulitzer Prizes for reporting on Sudan’s civil war, U.S. failures in Afghanistan, and photos of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. They also collaborated with The Baltimore Banner on an opioid crisis investigation. The New Yorker received three awards, including for its podcast “In The Dark.” ProPublica won the public service award for exposing the impact of state abortion bans. The Washington Post staff won for breaking news on Trump’s assassination attempt, and Ann Telnaes was honored for her illustrated commentary. Noah Prescott 05/05/2025 9:30 pm
President Donald Trump stated he will not remove Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chairman before his term ends in 2026, despite criticizing him as “a total stiff” and urging for lower interest rates. Trump attributed a first-quarter economic contraction to former President Joe Biden’s policies and expressed confidence that his tariff policies would benefit Americans. In an NBC interview, Trump anticipated the Fed would eventually lower rates, dismissing any plans to replace Powell prematurely. Sophia Prescott 05/05/2025 3:30 am
Romanians voted in a presidential election with hard-right candidate George Simion leading but not securing the 50% needed to avoid a runoff. Simion, leader of the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), is known for his ultranationalist views and admiration for Donald Trump. His party, founded in 2019, gained popularity by opposing COVID-19 measures and promoting social conservatism. Despite being banned from Ukraine and Moldova, Simion insists he is pro-Romanian, not anti-Ukrainian. He challenges EU laws but supports Romania’s EU membership, rejecting the far-right label. Noah Prescott 05/05/2025 12:30 am
