Supreme Court poised to strike down Watergate-era campaign finance limits

The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to expand presidential powers by potentially allowing former President Trump to dismiss officials from independent agencies, a move that could overturn nearly 90 years of legal precedent. This development arises from a case concerning Trump's authority to fire a commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) without cause.

A shooting incident near the White House critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard, prompting President Trump to implement a series of immigration policy changes aimed at limiting legal immigration. The suspect, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, entered the U.S. during the 2021 airlift, raising concerns about national security and immigration protocols.

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments regarding President Trump's authority in the firing of a Federal Trade Commissioner, a case that could potentially expand presidential powers. Concurrently, Senate Democrats are preparing to propose a plan aimed at extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this week.

In his first year in the U.S. Senate, Adam Schiff has focused on pushing legislation and addressing issues of affordability while also challenging President Trump. Despite his efforts, Schiff has faced difficulties in passing significant legislation.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in London for peace talks with European allies, aiming to secure ongoing support amid a complex geopolitical landscape. This meeting follows stalled negotiations in the U.S. and comments from Donald Trump's son indicating a potential U.S. withdrawal from active involvement in Ukraine's peace process.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia, revealed that many of her colleagues mocked Donald Trump privately before ultimately supporting him after he secured the 2024 Republican nomination. Greene criticized this shift, highlighting the hypocrisy among her peers who once ridiculed Trump.

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have escalated significantly as President Trump continues to exert military pressure in the region, with a notable buildup of U.S. forces. Former U.S. ambassador to Venezuela, Jimmy Story, discussed the implications of this military presence and the ongoing pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a recent NPR interview.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been actively seeking the support of former President Donald Trump in anticipation of the 2026 World Cup, a significant event for the organization. Infantino's efforts to court Trump have drawn criticism, with some viewing them as excessive given the political context surrounding the former president.