Trump pardons Democratic representative charged with bribery and conspiracy

The recent redistricting in California has significantly altered the congressional map, favoring Democrats and leaving Republican representatives like Darrell Issa facing challenging electoral prospects. In response, Issa is contemplating relocating to Texas to pursue a potentially safer congressional seat amidst these changes.

Immigration groups and lawmakers are criticizing President Donald Trump's decision to halt immigration applications from 19 countries already under U.S. travel restrictions, following a shooting incident that injured two National Guard members. This policy memo from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services includes an immediate hold on asylum applications from all nationalities, raising concerns about the implications for those seeking refuge in the U.S.

President Donald Trump announced the repeal of federal fuel economy standards established during the Biden administration, which significantly weakens fuel efficiency requirements for new gasoline-powered vehicles. This move is part of Trump's broader agenda to dismantle pollution regulations and promote traditional fuel sources.

GOP lawmaker Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas has called for the release of video footage related to a second military strike on an alleged drug boat, which followed an initial attack that reportedly left survivors. This comes as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny over the legality and ethics of these military operations in the Caribbean.

President Donald Trump announced plans to roll back fuel efficiency standards for passenger vehicles, aiming to address rising auto prices. This decision reflects a significant shift in regulatory policy, moving away from the standards established during the Biden administration.

Representative Henry Cuellar, a moderate Democrat from South Texas, has been pardoned by former President Donald Trump amid a federal bribery and conspiracy case involving both Cuellar and his wife, Imelda Cuellar. The pardon was announced on Truth Social, where Trump claimed the Cuellars were targeted due to their criticism of President Joe Biden's immigration policies.

President Donald Trump has advocated for tariffs as a means to potentially replace federal income taxes, drawing parallels to Gilded Age economic policies. He believes that tariffs can enhance wealth in the United States, despite expert disagreement on this assertion.

Donald Trump's World Cup supremo has announced that the president is committed to ensuring the safety of the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament, stating that he 'never rules anything out' in this regard. This declaration comes as preparations intensify for the event, which will be hosted in the United States.