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President Trump intensified his confrontation with Democratic leaders by calling for the jailing of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of obstructing federal immigration enforcement. The remarks coincided with National Guard troops mobilizing near Chicago, sparking protests and a looming constitutional battle. Legal experts and state officials condemned Trump’s statements as dangerous and unlawful, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll showed most Americans oppose military deployment without state consent. The escalating crisis underscores deep divisions within U.S. politics as the government shutdown continues to strain federal operations.
President Trump intensified his confrontation with Democratic leaders by calling for the jailing of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of obstructing federal immigration enforcement. The remarks coincided with National Guard troops mobilizing near Chicago, sparking protests and a looming constitutional battle. Legal experts and state officials condemned Trump’s statements as dangerous and unlawful, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll showed most Americans oppose military deployment without state consent. The escalating crisis underscores deep divisions within U.S. politics as the government shutdown continues to strain federal operations.
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On the second anniversary of the Hamas attack that reignited the Gaza war, Israeli forces launched extensive strikes across the enclave as ceasefire talks resumed in Cairo. Despite mediation efforts by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S., deep divisions persist over disarmament and political guarantees. President Donald Trump urged negotiators to “move fast” to secure peace, even as humanitarian conditions in Gaza continue to worsen.
On the second anniversary of the Hamas attack that reignited the Gaza war, Israeli forces launched extensive strikes across the enclave as ceasefire talks resumed in Cairo. Despite mediation efforts by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S., deep divisions persist over disarmament and political guarantees. President Donald Trump urged negotiators to “move fast” to secure peace, even as humanitarian conditions in Gaza continue to worsen.
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President Donald Trump is pressing for accelerated Gaza ceasefire talks in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, urging negotiators to act quickly to prevent further bloodshed. His 20-point plan, tentatively accepted by both Israel and Hamas, includes a ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian aid. While the first phase may be achievable by early next week, unresolved issues—such as disarmament and military withdrawal—pose challenges. The conflict has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives, and the humanitarian situation remains dire. Trump’s push places significant political stakes on his role as a mediator, with international powers closely monitoring progress.
President Donald Trump is pressing for accelerated Gaza ceasefire talks in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, urging negotiators to act quickly to prevent further bloodshed. His 20-point plan, tentatively accepted by both Israel and Hamas, includes a ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian aid. While the first phase may be achievable by early next week, unresolved issues—such as disarmament and military withdrawal—pose challenges. The conflict has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives, and the humanitarian situation remains dire. Trump’s push places significant political stakes on his role as a mediator, with international powers closely monitoring progress.
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The U.S. government’s ongoing shutdown has triggered a full-scale economic data blackout, as major federal agencies — including the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), and the Census Bureau — have suspended all data collection and reporting. The freeze halts the release of critical indicators such as jobs, inflation, and GDP reports, leaving policymakers, investors, and businesses without essential economic insight. Economists warn that this lack of data comes at a pivotal time for the Federal Reserve, which is in the midst of a rate-cutting cycle, forcing it to make decisions “in the dark.” Financial markets have already shown signs of volatility, while industries from manufacturing to retail struggle to plan amid uncertainty. Officials say even after funding is restored, it may take weeks to clear the backlog, making this one of the most disruptive information gaps in recent U.S. economic history.
The U.S. government’s ongoing shutdown has triggered a full-scale economic data blackout, as major federal agencies — including the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), and the Census Bureau — have suspended all data collection and reporting. The freeze halts the release of critical indicators such as jobs, inflation, and GDP reports, leaving policymakers, investors, and businesses without essential economic insight. Economists warn that this lack of data comes at a pivotal time for the Federal Reserve, which is in the midst of a rate-cutting cycle, forcing it to make decisions “in the dark.” Financial markets have already shown signs of volatility, while industries from manufacturing to retail struggle to plan amid uncertainty. Officials say even after funding is restored, it may take weeks to clear the backlog, making this one of the most disruptive information gaps in recent U.S. economic history.
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Federal agencies are under scrutiny for messaging that blames Democrats for the government shutdown, potentially violating the 1939 Hatch Act. The shutdown, triggered by a failure to reach a funding deal, has furloughed federal employees and disrupted services. Meanwhile, Trump continues to push the Gaza ceasefire plan amid international negotiations, and tensions arose over the Eisenhower Presidential Library when a gift request for King Charles was denied. The episode highlights growing domestic political tensions and their broader impact on governance and diplomacy.
Federal agencies are under scrutiny for messaging that blames Democrats for the government shutdown, potentially violating the 1939 Hatch Act. The shutdown, triggered by a failure to reach a funding deal, has furloughed federal employees and disrupted services. Meanwhile, Trump continues to push the Gaza ceasefire plan amid international negotiations, and tensions arose over the Eisenhower Presidential Library when a gift request for King Charles was denied. The episode highlights growing domestic political tensions and their broader impact on governance and diplomacy.
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The U.S. services sector stalled in September, with the ISM non-manufacturing index hitting 50.0 — the weakest in nearly a year. Declines in new orders and hiring highlight mounting economic fragility as the shutdown stretches into a third day. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of a GDP hit, while economists said the slowdown complicates the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook. With services making up the bulk of U.S. growth, even a mild contraction could ripple widely across jobs, spending, and markets.
The U.S. services sector stalled in September, with the ISM non-manufacturing index hitting 50.0 — the weakest in nearly a year. Declines in new orders and hiring highlight mounting economic fragility as the shutdown stretches into a third day. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of a GDP hit, while economists said the slowdown complicates the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook. With services making up the bulk of U.S. growth, even a mild contraction could ripple widely across jobs, spending, and markets.
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The Trump administration has frozen $26 billion in funding for projects in Democratic-led states as the federal shutdown intensifies. The freeze halts major infrastructure and energy initiatives, striking hardest in New York and California. Democrats call the move political retaliation, while the White House defends it as fiscal discipline. Legal battles loom under the Impoundment Control Act, and the fight could redefine the nature of shutdowns by weaponizing federal funding against political opponents.
The Trump administration has frozen $26 billion in funding for projects in Democratic-led states as the federal shutdown intensifies. The freeze halts major infrastructure and energy initiatives, striking hardest in New York and California. Democrats call the move political retaliation, while the White House defends it as fiscal discipline. Legal battles loom under the Impoundment Control Act, and the fight could redefine the nature of shutdowns by weaponizing federal funding against political opponents.
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The U.S. government officially shut down on October 1, 2025, after the Senate failed to advance either the Republican or Democratic spending bills. The stalemate triggered immediate furloughs and service disruptions for nearly one million federal workers. President Trump and congressional Democrats are trading blame, with each side accusing the other of political recklessness. The shutdown poses risks to the economy, public services, and political stability, while raising concerns about prolonged dysfunction in Washington.
The U.S. government officially shut down on October 1, 2025, after the Senate failed to advance either the Republican or Democratic spending bills. The stalemate triggered immediate furloughs and service disruptions for nearly one million federal workers. President Trump and congressional Democrats are trading blame, with each side accusing the other of political recklessness. The shutdown poses risks to the economy, public services, and political stability, while raising concerns about prolonged dysfunction in Washington.
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BigBear.ai’s stock has jumped about 80% in 2025 thanks to major defense contracts and AI projects in airport security. The company provides AI tools to the US military and homeland security. However, it faces financial challenges with falling revenue and large losses. Analysts are divided on its growth prospects amid market volatility.
BigBear.ai’s stock has jumped about 80% in 2025 thanks to major defense contracts and AI projects in airport security. The company provides AI tools to the US military and homeland security. However, it faces financial challenges with falling revenue and large losses. Analysts are divided on its growth prospects amid market volatility.
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US stocks fell sharply as President Trump threatened higher tariffs on Chinese goods and canceled a key meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping. Technology and China-linked stocks led losses, while US rare earth mining shares rose amid China’s export controls. The ongoing US government shutdown added uncertainty ahead of the earnings season.
US stocks fell sharply as President Trump threatened higher tariffs on Chinese goods and canceled a key meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping. Technology and China-linked stocks led losses, while US rare earth mining shares rose amid China’s export controls. The ongoing US government shutdown added uncertainty ahead of the earnings season.
