Democrats press White House over potential ‘insider trading’ before Trump tariff pause

Democrats press White House over potential ‘insider trading’ before Trump tariff pause

Democratic lawmakers are “urgently” calling for the White House to issue a full disclosure of financial transactions leading up to President Donald Trump’s sudden pause on a sweeping set of tariffs earlier this month, raising concerns that people close to the president “potentially violated federal ethics and insider trading laws” surrounding his actions. Sen. Adam … Read more

Millions without power as outages hit Spain, Portugal and parts of France, Spanish officials say

Millions without power as outages hit Spain, Portugal and parts of France, Spanish officials say

LONDON — Millions of people in Spain, Portugal and parts of southern France lost power on Monday following a “severe disruption” in the European electrical system, the Spanish prime minister said. The cause of the disruption is still unknown, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said in remarks Monday evening local time. The Spanish government said … Read more

Severe Weather Outbreak Threatens Upper Midwest

Severe Weather Outbreak Threatens Upper Midwest

Meteorologists are warning of a severe weather outbreak in the Upper Midwest, including the possibility of tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings for multiple states, urging residents to prepare for extreme weather conditions. The storm system is expected to move eastward, bringing potentially hazardous weather across the region. … Read more

Former U.S. Prosecutors Resign Over Dismissal of Mayor Adams’ Case

Former U.S. Prosecutors Resign Over Dismissal of Mayor Adams’ Case

Seven U.S. Department of Justice prosecutors resigned in protest after being ordered to drop federal corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The prosecutors were working on a high-profile case involving allegations of political corruption and bribery, but their efforts were abruptly halted by senior DOJ officials. The incident, which has been dubbed … Read more