Tariff Refund Program Launches; Company Claims Surge
The refund system set up to allow companies to recover illegally collected tariffs from the U.S. government went live on Monday as thousands of companies rushed to file claims.[#item_full_content]
Chicago’s Cinco de Mayo Parade Canceled Again
Chicago’s annual Cinco de Mayo parade has been canceled for the second year in a row, with organizers citing concerns in the city’s Mexican community amid immigration enforcement efforts by the Trump administration.[#item_full_content]
Spanberger faces ‘bait-and-switch’ backlash in final hours before redistricting referendum
Opponents of Virginia Democrats’ redistricting referendum are accusing Gov. Abigail Spanberger of a “bait and switch,” pointing to her campaign-trail pledge of “no plans” to redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of Tuesday’s vote. Former Virginia Govs. George Allen and Glenn Youngkin, along with a slew of top conservatives, have opposed the effort, which would […]
China-linked route exposed after US seizes Iran-bound ship with suspected dual-use cargo
An Iranian-flagged cargo ship recently seized by U.S. forces had recently traveled through Chinese ports, spotlighting a supply route now under scrutiny as officials probe suspected dual-use cargo aboard the vessel. The vessel, Touska, remains in U.S. custody as American forces continue inspecting what maritime security sources told Reuters is likely “dual-use” cargo — materials […]
Chicago’s Cinco de Mayo Parade Canceled Again
Chicago’s annual Cinco de Mayo parade has been canceled for the second year in a row, with organizers citing concerns in the city’s Mexican community amid immigration enforcement efforts by the Trump administration.
Farage Accuses UK Govt of Failing to Curb Antisemitism
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage on Monday accused the British government of failing to respond adequately to rising antisemitism, arguing that political considerations are preventing stronger action.[#item_full_content]
Bill Aims to Remove Race Criteria From USDA Aid
Rep. Mark Harris, R-N.C., on Monday introduced legislation to remove race- and gender-based classifications from federal agriculture programs following a Justice Department determination that such provisions are unconstitutional.[#item_full_content]
2 Dead After Planned Fight Turns Deadly at N.C. Park
A planned fight among young people escalated into a deadly mass shooting at a North Carolina park Monday morning, leaving two people dead and several others injured, authorities said.[#item_full_content]
State Dept. Targets Sinaloa Cartel Associates
The State Department announced new visa restrictions targeting individuals linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, underscoring what officials described as an intensified effort by the Trump administration to combat drug trafficking networks.[#item_full_content]
N.M. AG Vows Full Probe Into Epstein Ranch Abuse Claims
New Mexico’s top prosecutor will push forward with a long-dormant investigation into alleged sexual abuse at Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch as survivors continue to demand accountability years after the financier’s death.[#item_full_content]
