Donald Trump admits “real problems” at Washington DC’s reflecting pool following a $14m renovation, attributing damage and discoloration to vandalism, as officials assess repair and security measures.
Bessent said the US plans its toughest sanctions yet on Iran and urged China to cooperate, signaling rising pressure on Tehran and potential friction with Beijing, Reuters reports.
The Supreme Court confronts rising political violence, weighing how far legal protections extend amid growing threats against officials and institutions in polarized America.
From parades and fireworks to backyard barbecues, Americans across the country mark Independence Day with patriotic displays. See striking photos capturing July Fourth celebrations nationwide.
The Trump administration is seeking to end an American Bar Association role in accrediting law schools, arguing it limits competition and raises costs, according to a Reuters report.
Despite pledging a more targeted approach, ICE continues to detain thousands of immigrants with no criminal record, raising questions about enforcement priorities and policy shifts.
Chinese and U.S. business groups met in Washington to explore deeper trade cooperation, address tariff concerns and boost investment confidence amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
USA Today ranks the top 10 greatest college athletes from Washington, spotlighting legends whose on-campus dominance reshaped programs and inspired generations statewide.
A decorated Army veteran has filed a $3 million claim alleging he was assaulted by National Guard members, according to NBC News, raising new questions about military oversight and accountability.
The U.S. has revoked the visa of Brazil’s ambassador amid a deepening diplomatic feud, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions and raising concerns over future bilateral cooperation.
Washington’s pause of the Permanent Joint Board on Defense raises fresh questions over U.S.-Canada security coordination, revealing deeper political rifts and uncertainty for North American defense planning.
Madame Tussauds Washington DC launches a special Bollywood exhibition, featuring lifelike wax figures of top Indian actors, drawing film fans and tourists to a vibrant cultural showcase.
The U.S. government is threatening to cut federal funding to two school districts over transgender student policies, intensifying the national debate over LGBTQ+ rights in public education.
USA Today’s opinion piece argues Trump squandered billions sending National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., calling the deployment excessive, politically driven, and fiscally irresponsible.
The US national debt has surged past $40 trillion, raising urgent questions over who holds America’s IOUs, how sustainable the borrowing is, and what it means for the global economy.
USA Today has named Lindgren, Sandberg, Roberts and Young to its initial list of contenders as it launches a search for the best high school athlete in Washington state.
President Trump welcomed U.S. Winter Olympians and Paralympians to the White House, praising their achievements and highlighting their dedication, resilience, and representation of American spirit.
Mali’s ruling junta signaled it does not rule out possible U.S. military intervention, The Washington Post reports, amid rising regional tensions and uncertainty over security alliances.
G-7 leaders are quietly rethinking global security and trade, exploring ways to reduce dependence on U.S. power while trying to keep the Western alliance united amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Fab Morvan of Milli Vanilli has withdrawn from the planned U.S. anniversary concerts, calling the situation “a circus,” as organizers face mounting scrutiny and lineup instability.