By TOI World Desk
A federal judge rejected Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, calling the 85-page filing “improper and impermissible” under federal rules. Judge Steven Merryday said the complaint read like a political broadside rather than a legal case, but gave Trump’s team 30 days to refile within 40 pages. The Times has vowed to fight the lawsuit, while legal experts widely dismiss the case as meritless.
A federal judge rejected Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, calling the 85-page filing “improper and impermissible” under federal rules. Judge Steven Merryday said the complaint read like a political broadside rather than a legal case, but gave Trump’s team 30 days to refile within 40 pages. The Times has vowed to fight the lawsuit, while legal experts widely dismiss the case as meritless.
By TOI World Desk
Starting October 2025, green card applicants face a tougher naturalization test with 20 questions from a larger pool of 128, requiring at least 12 correct answers to pass. The test now emphasizes American history and government, removing geography questions. USCIS aims to ensure citizenship goes to those with strong civics knowledge, while community groups offer updated study resources to help applicants succeed.
Starting October 2025, green card applicants face a tougher naturalization test with 20 questions from a larger pool of 128, requiring at least 12 correct answers to pass. The test now emphasizes American history and government, removing geography questions. USCIS aims to ensure citizenship goes to those with strong civics knowledge, while community groups offer updated study resources to help applicants succeed.
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Donald Trump revealed efforts to reclaim Bagram Air Base, abandoned in 2021, citing its proximity to China. The Taliban swiftly rejected any foreign military presence but expressed willingness to discuss political and economic ties. While control of Bagram remains unlikely, Trump’s comments reignite attention on U.S.-Afghan relations amid broader geopolitical tensions with China.
Donald Trump revealed efforts to reclaim Bagram Air Base, abandoned in 2021, citing its proximity to China. The Taliban swiftly rejected any foreign military presence but expressed willingness to discuss political and economic ties. While control of Bagram remains unlikely, Trump’s comments reignite attention on U.S.-Afghan relations amid broader geopolitical tensions with China.
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President Trump will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to finalize a deal that could keep TikTok operating in the U.S. The call, focused on TikTok and broader trade disputes, comes amid escalating tariffs and collapsing farm exports. Both sides signaled progress on data security and intellectual property, but key issues remain unresolved. The discussion may determine TikTok’s future and set the stage for a possible Trump-Xi summit.
President Trump will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to finalize a deal that could keep TikTok operating in the U.S. The call, focused on TikTok and broader trade disputes, comes amid escalating tariffs and collapsing farm exports. Both sides signaled progress on data security and intellectual property, but key issues remain unresolved. The discussion may determine TikTok’s future and set the stage for a possible Trump-Xi summit.
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President Donald Trump renewed his pledge to declare Antifa a terrorist organization amid rising political unrest. The decentralized left-wing group, known for anti-fascist activism, faces criticism for violent protests. Legal experts say such a designation lacks clear authority and risks government overreach, fueling polarized debates ahead of the 2026 election.
President Donald Trump renewed his pledge to declare Antifa a terrorist organization amid rising political unrest. The decentralized left-wing group, known for anti-fascist activism, faces criticism for violent protests. Legal experts say such a designation lacks clear authority and risks government overreach, fueling polarized debates ahead of the 2026 election.
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President Trump is set to oust U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert after he refused to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James over a disputed 2023 home purchase. Investigators found no evidence of fraud, but Trump officials pressed for prosecution. Siebert’s removal raises concerns about political interference at the Justice Department, as Trump seeks prosecutors more willing to pursue critics, including James, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
President Trump is set to oust U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert after he refused to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James over a disputed 2023 home purchase. Investigators found no evidence of fraud, but Trump officials pressed for prosecution. Siebert’s removal raises concerns about political interference at the Justice Department, as Trump seeks prosecutors more willing to pursue critics, including James, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, known for his tough regulatory stance and conservative agenda, has stirred controversy by targeting major networks like ABC and NBC for alleged bias and misinformation. His activism, including criticizing Jimmy Kimmel and supporting major media mergers, challenges press freedom and shapes America’s future in broadcasting and telecommunications.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, known for his tough regulatory stance and conservative agenda, has stirred controversy by targeting major networks like ABC and NBC for alleged bias and misinformation. His activism, including criticizing Jimmy Kimmel and supporting major media mergers, challenges press freedom and shapes America’s future in broadcasting and telecommunications.
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Eight months into Trump’s second term, his vow to "bring back free speech" has backfired. Amid censorship allegations following activist Charlie Kirk’s death, critics accuse the administration of silencing dissent rather than defending it. Federal crackdowns, media pressure, and chilling threats toward critics expose what civil liberties advocates call dangerous hypocrisy and a growing assault on the First Amendment.
Eight months into Trump’s second term, his vow to "bring back free speech" has backfired. Amid censorship allegations following activist Charlie Kirk’s death, critics accuse the administration of silencing dissent rather than defending it. Federal crackdowns, media pressure, and chilling threats toward critics expose what civil liberties advocates call dangerous hypocrisy and a growing assault on the First Amendment.
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A U.S. immigration judge ordered the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian protest organizer and ex-Columbia student, over green card misrepresentation. Khalil’s legal team claims political retaliation and vows to fight the ruling. Amid national protests, civil rights groups warn the case threatens free speech. A federal court injunction currently protects Khalil from immediate removal.
A U.S. immigration judge ordered the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian protest organizer and ex-Columbia student, over green card misrepresentation. Khalil’s legal team claims political retaliation and vows to fight the ruling. Amid national protests, civil rights groups warn the case threatens free speech. A federal court injunction currently protects Khalil from immediate removal.
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House Democrats remain divided over a Republican-led resolution honoring slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. While some fear rejecting it could hand Republicans a political win, others, including Rep. Jasmine Crockett, oppose praising Kirk’s rhetoric. Rep. Jared Moskowitz supports the measure, citing the need to lower tensions. With no clear guidance from leadership, Democrats plan to debate the issue in a closed-door meeting this week.
House Democrats remain divided over a Republican-led resolution honoring slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. While some fear rejecting it could hand Republicans a political win, others, including Rep. Jasmine Crockett, oppose praising Kirk’s rhetoric. Rep. Jared Moskowitz supports the measure, citing the need to lower tensions. With no clear guidance from leadership, Democrats plan to debate the issue in a closed-door meeting this week.
