A sequence of upcoming state races within the US may form the ultimate two years of Donald Trump’s presidency — and provide a glimpse of what politics after him may appear to be. See NCS’s information to the most important elections of 2026.
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Two American cities are on edge after separate shootings involving federal immigration brokers this week. In Minneapolis, demonstrations are flaring after an ICE officer shot and killed a 37-year-old US citizen on Wednesday, with protestors demanding the Trump administration finish its immigration crackdown within the metropolis. The White House, in the meantime, is defending the actions of the ICE agent concerned. In a separate incident, a married couple was hospitalized in Portland, Oregon, after being shot by Border Patrol brokers on Thursday. A legislation enforcement official mentioned the brokers have been conducting a visitors cease and fired when the suspects tried to run them over. Portland’s mayor has known as on ICE to droop operations within the metropolis till the taking pictures is absolutely investigated.
Witness speaks out, shares new video; account of taking pictures at odds with Trump admin
Lawmakers are pushing to restrict the powers of President Donald Trump in Venezuela as uncertainty mounts over his subsequent steps within the deepening battle. On Thursday, a handful of Republicans joined Democrats to advance a decision that will restrict future US army power in Venezuela with out congressional approval. The ultimate decision isn’t assured to move, however the vote offers a symbolic rebuke to the president. It comes simply days after the Trump administration launched a strike on Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro with out the approval of Congress.
Iran was hit with a nationwide internet blackout on Thursday as mass anti-government protests unfold amid anger over financial hardship and safety crackdowns. Authorities shut down internet access and phone lines shortly after protests erupted in Tehran and different main cities, although the blackout didn’t instantly cease movies of the demonstrations — now of their second week — from circulating on-line. At least 45 protesters have been killed for the reason that unrest started, in accordance to the Iran Human Rights NGO. The group says tons of extra have been injured and greater than 2,000 folks detained.
President Trump mentioned he desires to ban giant institutional buyers from shopping for single-family houses, citing the present strain on American homebuyers. This comes as companies corresponding to Blackstone, JPMorgan Chase, and different banks and funding companies have more and more snapped up household houses lately and turned them into rentals. Critics say the apply has pushed up residence costs and harm affordability, however some housing consultants argue the president’s proposal would have minimal impact on total housing provide. The value of shopping for a house within the US has surged lately, fueled by traditionally low stock and mortgage charges above 6%. Between early 2020 and the third quarter of 2025, residence costs rose practically 55% nationwide, in accordance to a report from the National Association of Home Builders.
New particulars emerged on Thursday about President Trump’s East Wing expansion on the White House — together with a “grand stair” — and adjustments to the West Wing Colonnade as nicely. For the primary time, a second story on the West Wing Colonnade was unveiled. It is designed to mirror the East Wing addition after the earlier constructing was demolished last year. Architect Shalom Baranes provided new perception into the dimensions and scope of the venture, which drew gentle pushback from some members of the National Capital Planning Commission. The East Wing growth will embrace a 22,000-square-foot ballroom able to seating 1,000 friends, with the general growth totaling roughly 89,000 sq. toes. Above-ground development is predicted to start round April.
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After an thrilling victory on Thursday, the Miami Hurricanes will face the winner of today’s Indiana-Oregon matchup within the Peach Bowl.
An American mother left Tennessee for a distant Italian city, the place she says her autistic son’s breathing improved overnight.
General Motors on Thursday mentioned it should take a further $6 billion hit towards its earnings because of pulling back on its electric vehicle plans.
Mangione’s attorneys are preventing for the 27-year-old accused killer to avoid the death penalty within the deadly taking pictures of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO.
Video: Garbage avalanche buries landfill employees
An avalanche of rubbish buried workers at a waste segregation facility within the Philippines, leaving dozens lacking.
Which territory has the White House mentioned buying?
A. Antarctica
B. Greenland
C. Faroe Islands
D. Aruba
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Are we dwelling in a simulation? These folks see ‘The Matrix’ code
Simulation concept is the assumption that the world round us is rendered like “The Matrix.” Amateur investigators at the moment are looking for proof. @donieNews Central Site joins them of their search for the code. Stream the total episode of “Devoted” with NCS’s Donie O’Sullivan now on the NCS app.
More and extra folks imagine the world round us is a simulation, and they are seeking proof — testing the boundaries of actuality to discover the code that makes up our world and join with beings outdoors of the matrix.