Almost half of Americans say cost of living is ‘worst it’s ever been’, new poll finds – live

US authorities have arrested an individual in connection with the pipe bombs placed outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties in Washington DC on January 5, 2021, the night before the Capitol riot. The explosive devices were intended to create chaos as a mob of Donald Trump’s supporters stormed Congress the following day to disrupt the certification of Joe Biden's election victory.

President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Somali-Americans, claiming that Somali immigrants have 'destroyed our country' during a recent cabinet meeting. This statement follows a series of derogatory remarks he has made about the Somali community, including calling them 'garbage' and suggesting they should return to their homeland.

Two fossil-fuel billionaires, Robert Pender and Michael Sabel, purchased millions of shares in Venture Global shortly after meeting with senior Trump administration officials, who subsequently issued a crucial regulatory permit that benefited the company’s expansion in Europe. The timing of these transactions has raised ethical concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest.

FIFA has announced the establishment of a peace prize, with the inaugural award expected to be presented to Donald Trump, amidst concerns regarding the involvement of a controversial figure linked to Myanmar's junta in the selection process. This announcement coincided with a meeting between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Trump, raising eyebrows about the motivations behind the prize's creation.

A recent survey conducted across nine European countries revealed that nearly half of respondents view Donald Trump as an enemy of Europe, with a significant portion expressing concern over the high risk of war with Russia. Additionally, three-quarters of those surveyed indicated a desire for their countries to remain in the EU, with many believing that the UK's departure has had negative consequences.

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.

Ghislaine Maxwell has filed a petition seeking her release from prison, a move that follows the recent signing of a law by President Donald Trump mandating the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein. This legal action highlights ongoing concerns regarding transparency and accountability in high-profile cases involving Epstein's associates.

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.