US opens massive $796M consulate in Irbil to strengthen Kurdish ties

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.

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.

War Secretary Pete Hegseth has emphasized the United States' initiative for 'Drone Dominance,' advocating for the mass adoption of drones in modern warfare to enhance military capabilities. This push aims to equip the military with a significant number of drones to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness in various combat scenarios.

Pope Leo XIV has called for renewed dialogue between the United States and Venezuela, highlighting the fluctuating signals from the U.S. government amidst rising tensions. The Pope's remarks come in light of recent communications between the two nations' leaders, suggesting a potential thaw in relations.

Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio has introduced a bill aimed at eliminating dual citizenship, asserting that U.S. citizens must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the United States.

John Yoo, the author of the Torture Memos, criticized the Trump administration's military strikes against alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean, asserting that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated the U.S. law of war manual by allegedly ordering troops to 'kill everybody' on board. Yoo emphasized that soldiers should not have obeyed such orders, highlighting the legal and ethical implications of these actions.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed soldiers in Iraq to disregard legal advice regarding rules of engagement, particularly concerning the use of lethal force against enemy combatants. This directive is detailed in Hegseth's recent book, where he criticizes the constraints imposed by international laws of war and the Geneva Conventions.

A tragic mass shooting occurred at a child's birthday party in Stockton, California, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including three children aged 8, 9, and 14. The incident took place during a family gathering on Saturday evening, prompting a swift response from local authorities as they searched for the suspect involved.