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Trump Designates Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction in Unprecedented Drug War Escalation
Dec 16, 2025 09:21 am CST
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, elevating the synthetic opioid from a public health issue to a national security threat. This unprecedented designation expands federal authority to combat drug trafficking, authorizes military involvement, and enables intelligence agencies to use counterproliferation tools against traffickers responsible for thousands of American overdose deaths annually.
President Trump to Establish National AI Regulatory Framework, Overriding State Laws
Dec 12, 2025 08:11 am CST
President Donald Trump has announced plans to sign an executive order that would create a unified national standard for artificial intelligence regulation, potentially preempting various state-level AI laws. During a press briefing alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Trump emphasized the need for a centralized approval system for AI technologies.
Trump Claims Birthright Citizenship Originally Intended for Children of Slaves, Not Wealthy Immigrants
Dec 10, 2025 12:27 pm CST
President Trump defends his executive order against birthright citizenship, arguing the 14th Amendment was created for children of slaves following the Civil War, not for wealthy immigrants seeking US citizenship. The Supreme Court is set to rule on this controversial issue next summer, with significant implications for immigration policy and constitutional interpretation.
Trump Administration Moves to Designate Muslim Brotherhood Chapters as Terrorist Organizations
Nov 25, 2025 06:20 am CST
President Trump has signed an executive order initiating the process to designate specific Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan as terrorist organizations. The administration claims these factions support attacks against Israel and US allies in the Middle East. If implemented, this designation would impose sanctions against one of the Arab world's oldest and most influential Islamist movements.
Trump Eliminates Tariffs on Beef, Coffee and Tropical Fruits Amid Rising Consumer Prices
Nov 15, 2025 06:52 am CST
President Trump has signed an executive order removing tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruits following framework agreements with several Latin American countries. The move aims to address consumer concerns about high grocery prices, particularly record beef costs, which have become a significant political issue following recent Democratic electoral victories.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Enforce Transgender and Non-Binary Passport Restrictions
Nov 07, 2025 06:03 am CST
The US Supreme Court has permitted President Trump's administration to implement a policy restricting transgender and nonbinary individuals from choosing passport gender markers aligned with their identity. The conservative-majority ruling suspends a lower court order while legal challenges proceed, with liberal justices dissenting on grounds that the policy could expose transgender people to discrimination and harassment.
Trump Forces Netanyahu to Apologize to Qatar Over Controversial Hamas Strike: Inside the Diplomatic Maneuver
Oct 02, 2025 02:44 am CST
A striking diplomatic moment unfolded in the Oval Office as President Trump facilitated a critical apology from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Qatar over a controversial airstrike. The carefully choreographed call, captured in an iconic black-and-white photograph, shows Trump maintaining oversight while Netanyahu reads what appears to be a scripted apology for violating Qatari sovereignty during a September 9 operation targeting Hamas officials. The incident highlights shifting power dynamics in Middle Eastern diplomacy and Trump's strategic move to reinstate Qatar as a ceasefire mediator while strengthening US-Qatar security commitments.
Trump Approves Deal Transferring TikTok US Operations to American Investors: What Users Need to Know
Sep 26, 2025 04:36 pm CST
President Trump has signed an executive order approving a deal that transfers majority control of TikTok's US operations to American investors, led by Oracle. Under the agreement, US investors will control 80% of the company and its algorithm, while ByteDance retains less than 20% ownership. The deal ensures TikTok's continued availability in the US while addressing national security concerns through American oversight of data and operations.
Trump Signs Executive Order Allowing TikTok to Continue Operations Under New U.S. Ownership Structure
Sep 26, 2025 05:11 am CST
President Trump has signed an executive order that allows TikTok to continue operating in the United States under a new ownership structure. The deal involves creating a U.S.-based joint venture with approximately 80% American ownership, while ByteDance retains a minority stake. The agreement addresses national security concerns while preserving the popular social media platform used by millions of Americans, particularly young adults who rely on it as a news source.
White House Promises US-Controlled TikTok Algorithm
Sep 23, 2025 07:36 am CST
The White House on Monday said a US version of TikTok would feature a homegrown model of the app's prized algorithm, potentially clearing one of the main obstacles to keeping the Chinese-owned platform online in the United States.