Key Events (10)
President Trump announced that the Kennedy Center will halt entertainment operations for two years beginning in July to undergo renovations. The decision comes after the venue experienced a wave of canceled events and boycotts by performers and contributors.
Trump announced he will reduce tariffs on India after Prime Minister Modi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil. The announcement was made on Truth Social following a Monday call between the two leaders.
Trump indicated that Iran is willing to negotiate with the United States and hinted at a potential deal to avoid military strikes. The statement came as a U.S. naval battle group gathered off Iran's coast, with Iran's supreme leader warning an attack would trigger a regional war.
A deputy U.S. attorney general said the government's review of the Jeffrey Epstein sex-trafficking case 'is over,' though newly released documents revealed additional details and connections. Democrats called for the release of millions more pages they claim are being withheld.
Trump threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah over an Epstein-related joke Noah made while hosting the Grammy Awards. Trump called the ceremony 'garbage' and 'virtually unwatchable,' and accused Noah of defamation.
The State Department and Secretary Marco Rubio were sued over an order denying visas to nationals from 75 countries. A coalition of groups filed the lawsuit to overturn the ban, claiming it was based on 'false claims.'
Trump called for Republicans to 'nationalize' elections in comments made on a conservative podcast, escalating his administration's efforts to exert more control over American elections.
A U.S. judge is considering a temporary order restricting federal agents' use of force after agents used teargas on protesters during ICE-related demonstrations in Portland. The case follows multiple incidents of force by federal agents.
Gold and silver prices experienced significant volatility after Trump's selection of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair prompted investors to sell safe-haven assets. The FTSE 100 reached a record high amid the market movements.
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem announced that all federal agents will begin wearing body cameras on patrols, a key demand by Democrats who have blocked the agency's funding. Senator Ron Johnson said he does not have a problem with the requirement.