Weekly Briefs

This condensed news brief helps you understand current domestic and international issues, analyze the news, and gives you opportunities to read more.

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In domestic news, read about the new controversial Antifa designation, Trump's actions towards the upcoming government shutdown, the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, and the Trump administration's war on acetaminophen. In international news, read briefs on South Korea's data center fire, the Philippines' China dilemma, snapback sanctions on Iran, and the EU's delays on Draghi's reforms.

In domestic news, read about Charlie Kirk and the debate over free speech in America, fees skyrocketing for H-1B visa hopefuls, US and China reaching a deal on Tiktok, and the border czar's entanglement in a bribery controversy. In international news, see briefs on Venezuela's diplomacy-or-escalation situation, Israel's loss of American support, an "Islamic NATO," and recent natural disasters in Asia. 

In domestic news, read about Trump's national guard deployments, the Supreme Court's taking up of the tariff battle, and the Hyundai-LG manufacturing plant's immigration raid. In international news, see briefs on Japan's Prime Minister resigning, Russia sending drones into the NATO airspace, Israel's paralyzed diplomacy, and US-China trade tensions.

In domestic news, read about the highly heated showdown in the RFK hearing, sanctions in the shadow of the Russo-Ukraine war, changes to voter ID requirements, and the DOJ suing Boston over a sanctuary policy. In international news, see briefs on India getting cozy with Russia and China, laws on L.A.W.S., Venezuela's conflicts as the country "swims along," and politics on French's prime minister.

In domestic news, read about the fight to remove Lisa Cook, chaos at the CDC, a rare maneuver used to cancel aid, and redrawing the lines of labor. In international news, see briefs on the Thai prime minister being outed from office over a leaked phone call, deadly protests spreading through Indonesia, the ICC's power problem, and thousands injured in an Afghani earthquake.

In domestic news, read about the continued federal takeover of D.C., stock market madness, Ghislaine Maxwell's interview release and the continuing Epstein scandal, and Trump's big bet on tiny chips. In international news, read about the Monsoon catastrophe in Pakistan, opposition ending 20 years of leftist rule in Bolivia, Myanmar holding an election despite civil war, and the UK's reparations for the 2021 Kenyan fires.

In domestic news, read about Putin and Trump's meeting in Alaska, a showdown over BLS statistics, Newsom's answer to alleged election rigging, and a new proposal that could block student loan forgiveness for millions of federal workers. In international news, read about South Africa's political dysfunction, the fight to report from Gaza, a Brazilian story of fighting tyrannical rulers on Twitter, and India's boycott calls against American goods.

In domestic news, read about the consequences of the slashes in mRNA vaccine funding, the redistricting battle that fuels Trump's push for a census, the removal of IRS Chief Billy Long, and the Trump battle against UCLA and public universities more widely. In international news, read about the push by China to revive its property market, the peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia, the UK Online Safety Act, and Israel's plan for the Gaza Strip.

In domestic news, read about the controversial confirmation of Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, the EPA's climate regulation authority being overturned by the Trump Administration, the lifting of NVIDIA export controls, and backfiring Medicare advantages. In international news, find briefs on Trump's sanctions on Brazil over the Bolsonaro Trial, El Salvador's crumbling democracy, an overview of Trump's Liberation Day 2.0, and Zelenskyy's situation on regulation and corruption.

In domestic news, read about the Tea app's data breach, the redistricting battle in Texas, the surge of deportations, and the details behind the Trump-Epstein controversy. In international news, find briefs on Thailand and Cambodia's border dispute, France's plans recognize Palestine as a state, protests in Mexico City, and resolved tariffs between the U.S. and Europe.

In domestic news, read about "crypto week" and its transformative effect on digital assets, a key bill defunding public media, release of the Epstein files, and SCOTUS's approval of government layoffs. In international news, find briefs on the escalating crisis in Sudan, a raided far-right party in France, the resolving crisis in Syria, and potential peace in the Eastern Congo.

In domestic news, read about US Trade policies from this month, extreme heat waves, nationwide floods expanding beyond Texas, and analysis of recent funding cuts. In international news, read about main takeaways from the BRICS summit, the drone barrage faced by Western Ukraine, an Air India plane crash due to a fuel shutoff, and major deal on immigration between France and the UK.

In domestic news, read about Trump's rights over recently sold company U.S. Steel, passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill that brings controversy, creation of a prison for migrants surrounded by alligators, and fallout with Elon Musk that led to a third political party's founding. In international news, read about the latest disbandment of democracy in Hong Kong, ending of a political era in Thailand, Trump's trade pact with Vietnam, and European implications of the recent NATO summit.

In domestic news, read about the Supreme Court's limiting of federal power, the fight to return those wrongfully deported, Trump's recent NATO visit, and the shock victory of Zohran Mamdani. In international news, read about the recent ceasefire between the DRC and Rwanda, the hopeful ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and Real ICE's plan to refreeze the Arctic.

In domestic news, read about an unsure future for social security, how Senator John Fetterman is sparking debate within the Democratic party, two tragic political assassination attempts in Minnesota, and the new requirements for student visas. In international news, read about Nigeria's response to the farmer-herder conflict, Israel's attacks on Iran, Belarus freeing political prisoners, and a pro-Ukraine shift within the G7 alliance.

In domestic news, read about the DOJ granting Trump the right to handle national monuments, RFK Jr's separation of science and public health, Democratic mayoral elections in NYC, and the nationwide "No Kings" protests. In international news, read about a new economic framework between the US and China, Israel's "war" on Iran, China's crackdown on activism in Hong Kong, and tragedy on an Air India flight.

In domestic news, read about the intensification of protests in Los Angeles, what new data DOGE is fighting to get access to, the fall out between Trump and Musk, and the dangers of AI for the job market. In international news, read about the dangerous precedent to be set by Mexico's judicial elections, a reflection on South Korea's martial law, takeaways from Polish elections, and tensions between the US and Iran on nuclear enrichment.

In domestic news, read about the effects of Trump's meme coin dinner debut, the Court of International Trade's tariff retaliation, an update on the debt crisis, and the continuing dispute over Nippon Steel in the US. In international news, read about an extension of the ceasefire in Myanmar, diplomatic troubles in the Ukraine war, Turkey's attacks on political opponents, and the more pronounced political split in Poland.

In domestic news, read about Trump's "one big beautiful bill" passing through Congress, the international student crisis at Harvard, Wall Street's reaction to tariff delays, and the legal case for AI chat bots. In international news, read about attempts at peace between India and Pakistan, mysterious economic ties in Vietnam, officials detained by North Korea, and how aid distribution in Gaza is still in danger.

In domestic news, read about Trump's next major healthcare orders, the ongoing measles outbreak, the true intentions of US talks in the Middle East, and why a women declared brain dead is being kept alive in Georgia. In international news, read about a prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine, economic reforms by the Saudi crown prince, hopeful prospects for the euro, and an evolving foreign policy scandal between Qatar and the US.

In domestic news, read about legal challenges to Trump's federal overhaul, a potential US-China trade deal, the true meaning of "Liberation Day" in regards to future deals, and the warm welcome for South African refugees in the US. In international news, read about cyberattacks on major UK retailers, a deal promising the release of Hamas hostages, how Pope Leo XIV's background stands out for the Catholic church, and more on Germany's "new" chancellor.

In domestic news, read about Trump's plans for the federal budget, an AI model recently donated by the Pentagon, funding cuts for public media, and the loophole in foreign trade that was just closed. In international news, read about quickly rising tensions in the Kashmir region, Australian election troubles, the recent losses faced by Canada's CPC, and a debrief of Singaporean elections.

In domestic news, read about how DOGE has gotten involved in Trump's mass deportations, what retailers are feeling as US-China trade collapses, the US-China race for AI dominance, and results in the trial of former congressman George Santos. In international news, read about a peace agreement between the DRC and Rwanda, the legal troubles of former Brazilian president Coller, and tariff-induced market uncertainty.

In domestic news, read about the discoveries made by NASA's Curiosity rover, the clash between Jerome Powell and Trump, legal disputes between Harvard University and the US government, and Trump's challenges in immigration policy. In international news, read about the ruling on transgender women in the UK, the dispute over Ecuador's presidential elections, the potential for a global carbon tax, and the continuation of war in Syria.

In domestic news, read about the tariffs that are being suspended, a potential SEC investigation on Trump based on his tariff policies, the future of the Associated Press news, and the impact of major budget cuts to NOAA. In international news, read about re-emerging violence in a war-torn Sudan, how Brazil is developing its clean energy grid, the results and influences on elections in Gabon, and the increasingly adversarial relations between France and Algeria.

In domestic news, read about major Republican victories in Florida, the Trump Administration's implementation of tariffs, how the influential Cody Booker is speaking out against Trump, and threats to the CHIPS Act and US tech innovation. In international news, read about the legal proceedings against former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, how the CAC is globalizing local food production, the DRC cracking down on Haitian refugees, and countries refusing to cooperate with the ICC.

In domestic news, read about Robert F. Kennedy Jr's overhaul of the Health and Human Services agency, how US embassies are enforcing domestic DEI policies, the effects of the Signalgate scandal, and Trump withdrawing the US ambassador to the UN. In international news, read about USAID and the future of infectious diseases, Poland temporarily disabling asylum, an update on the war in Myanmar, and fresh economic moves by the Sudanese army.

In domestic news, read about investors shying away from Big Tech, how Trump is attempting to deem Biden-era executive orders void, Harvard's changes in financial aid policies, and Trump's immigration policies. In international news, read about North Korean support in the war in Ukraine, the ICC arrest of the former president of the Philippines, democracy in Turkey, and confidence votes in Portugal.

In domestic news, read about what comes after Mahmoud Khalil's arrest, resurfacing measles cases, details about the Columbia University protests, and new plans from SpaceX. In international news, read about a potential Russo-Ukrainian ceasefire, global pressure on Iran, election results in Greenland, and airstrikes against the Houthi rebel group.

In domestic news, read about Trump's holistic environmental policy, controversial statements from the new education secretary, Blackrock buying out ports in the Panama Canal, and a Democratic identity crisis following the 2024 election. In international news, read about elections in Guinea Bissau, a change in Canadian leadership, a race to acquire African minerals, and Ukraine's struggling war efforts.

In domestic news, read about the financial burden of the opioid crisis, the next FBI director, economic collaboration between Trump and Putin, and policies enacted in response to a measles outbreak. In international news, read about opposition to regulation in the EU, Israeli troops in southern Syria, results in the most recent German elections, and an update on the conflict in the DRC.

In domestic news, read about Trump's attacks on scientific research, what's next for the DOE, major changes involving the federal Sovereign Wealth Fund, and Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign for Ohio governor. In international news, read about China's naval drills in the Pacific, what's powering the opioid crisis in West Africa, how the international community is reacting to land reform laws in South Africa, and political troubles in Venezuela.

In domestic news, read about bird flu forcing egg prices higher, major reforms in the FDA, how Medicaid cuts will hurt the states, and Elon Musk's battle to attain access to IRS tax data. In international news, read about Russia's role in peace talks to end the war, a crucial meeting between Netanyahu and Rubio, German political parties responding to a violent incident in Munich, and elections in Ecuador.

In domestic news, read about Trump's proposal to take over the Gaza strip, ongoing ICE raids, the bleak future of USAID, and how immigration guidance organizations are getting funding. In international news, read about the lasting impacts of martial law in South Korea, political trouble in the Philippines, China's ploy to replace USAID, and US sanctions on the ICC.

In domestic news, read about continuing misinformation on Covid-19, how the US government is torn over an AI investment, tariffs being imposed on Mexico and Canada, and an end to the federal funding freeze. In international news, read about brand new AI company Deepseek, the future of the Liberal party in Canada, the decline of ECOWAS, and a power shift in the DRC's civil war.

In domestic news, read about the fight for new tariffs by the Trump administration, confusion in the Wisconsin and Pennsylvania Supreme Courts, the future of FEMA funding, and Trump’s new cabinet nominees. In international news, read about a major earthquake in Japan, elections in Poland, tensions at the Davos Summit, and Colombia's struggle to trade with the US.

In domestic news, read about the fight for the ERA, the precedents set by the Jack Smith case, the future of TikTok, and Trump’s new cabinet nominees. In international news, read about the violence overrunning Mozambique, North Korean operations in Kursk, a ceasefire deal in Gaza, and China's slumping economic growth.

In domestic news, read about Meta’s controversy with misinformation, concerns in the upcoming cabinet, the Los Angeles fires, and Trump’s expected policies following a press conference. In international news, read about Lebanon’s newest leader, Greenland’s potential as a US state, Syria’s education system, and border disputes in Central Asia.