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Judge extends order blocking Trump from banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters from White HouseA federal judge has extended an order blocking the Trump administration from banning reporters for three news outlets from the White House, as the extraordinary case pitting the president against the media makes its way through the legal system. U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly ruled that CNN, MS NOW and Politico are  likely to succeed on their…
Asian shares are mixed and Brent crude at $104 a barrel after Trump says US will buy Russian dieselAsian shares are mixed and oil prices have steadied as U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to purchase diesel from Russia draws criticism from some lawmakers. South Korea's Kospi lost 3.7% early Monday. U.S. stock futures edged higher after Wall Street finished its record-setting week with gains. This week will bring updates on inflation and retail sales…
Rubio refuses to comment on Guilfoyle allegationsU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has flatly refused to comment on a new report alleging that U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle engaged in improper and possibly illegal conduct before taking up her post. Rubio told reporters before leaving Greece on Thursday that he would not discuss the allegations contained in a Wall Street Journal story…
CNN left off Air Force One for Trump's upcoming trip, White House signals in new media restrictionThe White House has signaled that CNN will be left off Air Force One for President Donald Trump’s Saturday trip in the latest media restriction from the administration in an ongoing dispute with First Amendment implications. The news organization was replaced by the conservative Real America’s Voice News. The news came just after journalists from three…
Judge blocks Trump's ban and says CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have White House access restoredA federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s move to ban three news outlets from the White House grounds and said CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. The ruling released early Thursday is the latest development in an escalating showdown between President Donald Trump and media outlets whose coverage he dislikes.…
At 10 years old, Smithsonian's Black museum is undaunted amid pressure from Trump administrationThe National Museum of African American History and Culture will celebrate its 10-year anniversary with packed exhibits, sold-out galas and high-profile panels. Acting Director Shanita Brackett said the festive theme of “welcome home” recommits the museum to preserving legacies. Despite facing hostility from President Donald Trump's administration, the…
Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it downThousands of people have come to protest outside the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. They are lending their voices to a chorus of organizations and individuals who have been horrified that President Donald Trump might make good on his threat to close and tear down the storied institution. Protesters on Friday carried signs, wore costumes…
Trump refers to Black man from racially offensive 1988 campaign ad while stumping in North CarolinaPresident Donald Trump is using a controversial campaign ad from 1988 to criticize Democrats on crime. During a Wednesday rally in Gastonia, North Carolina, Trump referenced the Willie Horton ad, which targeted then-Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis. Trump compared it to a recent case involving a Black man accused of murder in North Carolina. He claims…
Trump asks Smithsonian to install George Washington statues and exhibitPresident Donald Trump has called on the Smithsonian to install a colossal statue of George Washington outside the National Museum of American History. In late night social media posts Friday, he also asked for a special exhibit honoring Washington to run through Feb. 22, 2032, marking the 300th anniversary of Washington’s birth. He suggested replacing…
Sen. John Fetterman's isolation from Democrats grows stark in PennsylvaniaSen. John Fetterman is on shaky ground with Democrats in his home state of Pennsylvania. The senator's approval ratings with Democrats in the state have plunged, and some Democrats are openly talking about running against Fetterman in 2028. It all comes after Fetterman repeatedly criticized Democrats in media appearances while backing some of President…