Trump officials reveal plan to roll back regulations in Endangered Species Act

The Trump administration announced new oil and gas drilling off the coasts of California and Florida, potentially igniting political conflict, particularly with Florida Republicans who oppose drilling near the state's beaches. This decision comes amid pressure from the US petroleum industry, which seeks to expand access to offshore drilling despite facing low crude prices.

Karoline Leavitt clarified that former President Trump does not advocate for executing Democrats, following his earlier social media post suggesting that their actions are 'punishable by DEATH.' This statement came after Trump criticized Democratic lawmakers for urging military personnel to disobey illegal orders, labeling their behavior as 'seditious.'

North Carolina officials announced that the US Border Patrol has concluded its operations in Charlotte, which were part of a broader immigration enforcement strategy initiated by the Trump administration targeting Democrat-led cities. This decision follows significant community concerns regarding aggressive immigration policies and their impact on local residents.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Turkey to discuss reviving peace efforts to end the ongoing war with Russia. Meanwhile, Axios reports that the Trump administration is secretly collaborating with Russia to draft a new 28-point plan aimed at resolving the conflict. Dr. Alexandra Filippenko, a political analyst, provides insights into the situation.

The Trump administration is proposing to suspend 38 universities, including Harvard and Yale, from a federal research partnership program due to their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring practices. An internal memo indicates that institutions openly engaging in DEI policies will be excluded from the Diplomacy Lab, which connects university researchers with state department policy offices.

Experts are questioning the validity of reports suggesting that wealthy individuals are leaving the UK due to tax concerns. Tensions are rising between business leaders and the government as the country approaches a crucial budget announcement, which is expected to include tax increases.

The Trump administration is intensifying its efforts to dismantle the Education Department by transferring significant grant programs to other federal agencies. This move is part of a broader strategy to shut down the department entirely, reflecting ongoing changes in federal education policy.

The UN Security Council approved the Trump administration's plan for Gaza on Monday, marking a significant step towards international support for U.S. efforts to stabilize the region after two years of conflict. This approval is seen as crucial for moving Gaza towards peace and rebuilding efforts, as reported by France24 correspondent Jessica Le Masurier.