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Vance's fiery White House defence of ICE agent

US Vice President JD Vance launched a blistering attack on the media, defending an ICE officer involved in a fatal shooting. Read the full analysis of his combative press briefing.

Senate Vote on Trump's Venezuela Military Powers

US Senate Democrats force a vote to require Congressional approval for military action against Venezuela, following the controversial raid to capture Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest.

Senate Vote on Blocking Trump's Venezuela Action

The US Senate will vote on a Democratic-led resolution to require President Trump to seek Congressional approval for any further military action against Venezuela, following the controversial capture of Nicolás Maduro.

Trump Officials Defend Venezuela Raid to Senate

Top Trump officials briefed the full US Senate on the raid that captured Nicolás Maduro. Democrats condemn the operation as illegal, while Republicans defend it as law enforcement.

Democrats Act to Limit Trump's War Powers

US Senate Democrats introduce War Powers resolutions to restrain President Trump's military actions following the Venezuela raid and Greenland threats. Will they succeed?

GOP Senators Push Back on Pentagon Censure of Mark Kelly

Republican senators Susan Collins and Thom Tillis criticise Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempt to censure and demote Senator Mark Kelly over a political video. Read the latest on this US defence controversy.

Congress Grills Trump Team on Secret Venezuela Operation

Top Trump administration officials briefed Congress on the covert operation that captured Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. Lawmakers from both parties are furious over being kept in the dark. Read the full details.

Charles and William Could Visit US Next Year

King Charles and Prince William are reportedly planning separate trips to the United States in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence and ongoing UK-US trade talks.

Senate Democrats to Sue DoJ Over Epstein Files

Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are moving to sue the Department of Justice for failing to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents by the legal deadline. Discover the political and legal battle for transparency.

US Passes $901bn Defence Bill with Ukraine Support

The US Senate has approved a record $901bn defence policy bill, including $800m for Ukraine and measures to bolster European security, sending it to President Trump for signature. Read the full analysis.

AOC: US drug boat strike briefing was 'not serious'

Progressive Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez angrily dismissed classified briefings on US military strikes in the Caribbean, calling them a 'communication of opinion'. Read her full reaction and the Pentagon's refusal to release footage.

Hegseth, Rubio to Brief Congress on Caribbean Strikes

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio will brief Congress on deadly military boat strikes. Lawmakers demand answers on the escalating US military buildup near Venezuela.

Lawmakers Troubled by 'Double Tap' Strike Briefing

A top US Navy admiral briefed lawmakers on the controversial 'double tap' missile strike on a suspected drug boat. Footage showed survivors in 'clear distress' before the second hit. Read the full report.

Navy Admiral Grilled by Lawmakers Over Lethal Strike

A US Navy admiral who ordered an attack killing survivors of a drug boat strike faces a classified congressional briefing. Lawmakers demand accountability over the controversial operation's legality. Read the full investigation.

White House Press Secretary accused of lying

CNN's Kaitlan Collins accuses White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt of mischaracterising a video from Democratic lawmakers. Discover the explosive details and Trump's reaction.

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