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Richard Gere Says He Is 'Deeply Ashamed' of Republican Immigration Rhetoric at Berlin Event
The actor, speaking at a migration initiative launch in Germany, criticized the Trump administration's use of terms like "aliens" and "vermin" to describe migrants.
U.S. Sanctions Cuban President Díaz-Canel in Latest Move Pressuring Island's Leadership
The Treasury Department also sanctioned his wife and four other individuals, including the son of former leader Raúl Castro.
House Votes Down Tlaib's Lebanon Resolution 92-324, With Most Democrats Joining Republicans
The measure would have required President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Lebanon amid ongoing Israel-Hezbollah hostilities; critics highlighted the resolution's omission of Hezbollah.
CIA Puts Senior Officials on Leave Over Handling of Arrested Officer With $40M in Gold Bars
The administrative actions come as lawmakers question how the agency allowed a man accused of falsifying his credentials into its upper ranks for nearly two decades.
Collins Bucks GOP On Amendment to Address Insurance Companies Denying Medical Care
The Maine Republican joined Sens. Sullivan and Hawley in voting for Ossoff's motion, which failed 47-50.
Former Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne Remembered for Cross-Border Leadership During Water Disputes With Mexico
Kempthorne, who died in April at age 74, brokered a 'don't ask, don't tell' approach with Mexican officials that led to formal Colorado River agreements still in place today.
Treasury Secretary Bessent Asks Rep. Chu About WWI President During House Hearing; She Says She Doesn't Know
The exchange occurred during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing focused on inflation and U.S. military action against Iran, where both sides sparred over economic data.
Treasury Secretary Bessent, Rep. Chu Exchange Barbs Over Inflation, Iran Policy at House Hearing
During the House Ways and Means Committee hearing, Chu questioned Trump's economic record while Bessent challenged her on historical facts and countered with price data.
Scientists Warn of Strong El Niño This Year, Forecasters Say It Could Be Among Strongest on Record
NOAA predicts an 82% chance the weather pattern emerges by July, while UN officials call for urgent preparation amid warming global temperatures.
Graham Platner Faces Explosive Allegations From Ex-Girlfriends Including Abuse and Nazi Tattoo Controversy
The Maine Democratic Senate candidate, challenging five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins, has acknowledged struggling with PTSD while his exes detail violent threats and a Totenkopf chest tattoo.