The Trump administration has announced plans to terminate dozens of clean energy projects and freeze billions of dollars for major projects in New York, intensifying a stand-off with Democrats over a US government shutdown.


Is America's clean energy future on hold? 

The Trump administration is pushing Taipei to shift investment and chip production to the U.S. so that half of America’s chips are manufactured domestically, in a move that could have implications for Taiwan’s national defense. 


Taiwan produces over 90% of world's advanced chips  

The United States is on the brink of a federal government shutdown after the Senate failed to pass a critical funding bill before the end of the fiscal year. A stopgap measure proposed by House Republicans collapsed in the Senate without enough Democratic support, leaving key operations and public services at risk.
President Donald Trump escalated tensions with a controversial AI-generated video mocking Democratic leaders, while also threatening mass public sector layoffs. Democrats, meanwhile, are demanding the restoration of healthcare spending and social protections that have been slashed under Trump’s second term.
If no deal is reached, nonessential government services will halt, hundreds of thousands of workers could go unpaid, and social programs may face delays.
This would be the first US government shutdown since 2019, and could trigger widespread disruption.

Is the U.S. Government on the brink of shutdown?

A new report  suggests new visa restrictions under the Trump administration are accelerating the shift of critical business operations from the United States to India. The increase in H-1B visa application fees has reportedly pressured U.S. companies that rely heavily on skilled foreign workers, prompting them to reconsider their workforce and operational strategies.

Trump H-1B visa fee hike to fuel India job boom: report

The U.S. has barrelled towards a federal government shutdown. As congress has failed to pass a stopgap funding measure, and both parties are locked in a high-stakes standoff, democrats and republicans remain at an impasse over funding negotiations.

U.S. Shutdown: Key services face disruptions nationwide 

The United States is on the brink of a federal government shutdown after the Senate failed to pass a critical funding bill before the end of the fiscal year. A stopgap measure proposed by House Republicans collapsed in the Senate without enough Democratic support, leaving key operations and public services at risk.
President Donald Trump escalated tensions with a controversial AI-generated video mocking Democratic leaders, while also threatening mass public sector layoffs. Democrats, meanwhile, are demanding the restoration of healthcare spending and social protections that have been slashed under Trump’s second term.

U.S. Government shutdown looms: What's next? 

U.S. Economy: The U.S. Fed restarted its easing cycle after being on the sidelines since December last year. But will it make a difference? In this report, we deep dive into what investors will watch in the week ahead. Take a look. 

U.S. Economy: Which U.S. Economic Indicators Seem Pointless Now?

Donald Trump plans new import taxes from October 1. Taxes include 100% on medicines, 50% on kitchen items, 30% on furniture, and 25% on heavy trucks. Trump believes tariffs boost domestic manufacturing and cut the budget deficit. Experts warn of rising inflation and slower economic growth. The move impacts healthcare costs and home building.


Trump's tariff: Impact of tariffs on top American sector, are tariffs helping American industries? 

At least eleven elected officials were arrested Thursday while protesting conditions at a New York City immigration holding facility where a federal judge this week extended a court order requiring the government to shape up its treatment of detainees.


Anti-ICE protests: Protests rock New York, rallies against immigration & customs enforcement

The U.S. has issued a stark warning to Canada over its possible decision to cancel the F-35 fighter jet deal. As Ottawa reviews its $19B order for 88 jets, American officials say pulling out could harm NORAD interoperability and spark broader consequences. With growing diplomatic tensions between the two allies and Canada's defense review due by Sept. 22, all eyes are now on Prime Minister Mark Carney's final decision.

U.S. warns Canada over F-35 exit: 'Expect consequences'

Car Debt Crisis: Americans are facing a growing auto debt crisis as cars become more expensive than ever. The consumer federation of america reports that the average new car now sells for nearly fifty thousand dollars. With one in five buyers paying more than a thousand dollars a month.


Car Debt Crisis: Americans Are Drowning in Auto Debt Crisis 

US Economy:  A new indicator is suggesting that the U.S. Economy is under strain. And this time it is cardboard boxes that are making the announcement.


US Economy: Is The U.S. Approaching a Recession?

'Make America Rich': Economists are warning former President Donald Trump of a potential recession amid his “Make America Rich” campaign promises. Experts express concerns over economic instability and challenges facing the US economy under his proposed policies.


'Make America Rich': Donald Trump Faces Fresh Recession Warnings From Economists  

Top American tech giants are expanding their presence in India, hiring over 30,000 people in high-demand technology roles.


American firms hire over 30,000 people in tech roles

Hundreds of protesters waved the American flag and denounced US President Donald Trump's policies on mass deportations and social welfare cuts. Watch in for more details!

Labor day protests: Hundreds join ‘workers over billionaires’ demonstrations against Trump

What will Donald Trump do next? The answer is, reopen Arkham Asylum-like (Yes! The one Batman's arch foe Joker was locked up in) mental institutions and stuff people he believes have "serious mental illnesses" into them. On Monday (Sep 1), during an interview, the US president was asked if he was "open to the government reopening insane asylums for people with serious mental illness?". To this, he said, "Yeah, I would," before going on one of his signature rants and peddling half-lies.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>Trump said that he was open to reopening previously shuttered "insane asylums" as part of his now infamous crime crackdown. He then went on a rant about the alleged lawlessness in California and New York. He claimed — wrongly — that states like New York and California used to have "a lot" of insane asylums which were shut down, and the mentally ill people were released into society. "They released them all into society because they couldn’t afford it, you know, it’s massively expensive," said Trump.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/i-asked-elon-musk-s-ai-grok-why-it-called-trump-most-notorious-criminal-in-washington-it-doubled-down-and-gave-me-these-reasons-1754985406949">I asked Grok why it called Trump 'most notorious criminal'. It said THIS</a>Calling it a "rough situation," he added, "They were all over New York...They had a place, Creedmoor, they had a lot of them, Bellevue, and they were closed by a certain governor. And I remember when they did, it was a long time ago, and I said, ‘They didn't release these people?’ And they did. They released them into society, and that's what you have. It's a rough, it's a rough situation."Contrary to Trump's claims, both the Creedmoor Psychiatric Centre and the Bellevue Hospital in New York are still operational.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a><h2>Was there any truth in Trump's claims?</h2>Yes. According to the Daily Beast, since the 1950s, the federal and New York state governments began defunding mental health services and shuttering mental hospitals. The decades-long process of deinstitutionalisation was ramped up in the 1970s amid the financial crisis brought about by stagflation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/did-modi-s-snub-over-trump-s-nobel-peace-prize-push-lead-to-50-tariffs-for-india-shocking-report-claims-this-1756605189312">Modi rejected Trump's Nobel prize fantasy during call, reveals shocking report — 50% tariff the price of POTUS' bruised ego?</a>However, not all people were released into society. A lot of the people held in these asylums were there under court orders and were transferred to other facilities. Many were also moved to prisons.In his recent crackdown on crime, Trump has sought to blame the homeless population. Recently, he even issued a call to the homeless in Washington, DC to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction. He also demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital." &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump says he wants to reopen "insane asylums," falsely claiming states like New York and California shut them down and released patients into society. Here's what he said and what's wrong with his claims.

What will Donald Trump do next? The answer is, reopen Arkham Asylum-like (Yes! The one Batman's arch foe Joker was locked up in) mental institutions and stuff people he believes have "serious mental illnesses" into them. On Monday (Sep 1), during an interview, the US president was asked if he was "open to the government reopening insane asylums for people with serious mental illness?". To this, he said, "Yeah, I would," before going on one of his signature rants and peddling half-lies. What did Trump say? Trump said that he was open to reopening previously shuttered "insane asylums" as part of his now infamous crime crackdown. He then went on a rant about the alleged lawlessness in California and New York. He claimed — wrongly — that states like New York and California used to have "a lot" of insane asylums which were shut down, and the mentally ill people were released into society. "They released them all into society because they couldn’t afford it, you know, it’s massively expensive," said Trump. Also read | I asked Grok why it called Trump 'most notorious criminal'. It said THIS Calling it a "rough situation," he added, "They were all over New York...They had a place, Creedmoor, they had a lot of them, Bellevue, and they were closed by a certain governor. And I remember when they did, it was a long time ago, and I said, ‘They didn't release these people?’ And they did. They released them into society, and that's what you have. It's a rough, it's a rough situation." Contrary to Trump's claims, both the Creedmoor Psychiatric Centre and the Bellevue Hospital in New York are still operational. Also read | ‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler Was there any truth in Trump's claims? Yes. According to the Daily Beast, since the 1950s, the federal and New York state governments began defunding mental health services and shuttering mental hospitals. The decades-long process of deinstitutionalisation was ramped up in the 1970s amid the financial crisis brought about by stagflation. Also read | Modi rejected Trump's Nobel prize fantasy during call, reveals shocking report — 50% tariff the price of POTUS' bruised ego? However, not all people were released into society. A lot of the people held in these asylums were there under court orders and were transferred to other facilities. Many were also moved to prisons. In his recent crackdown on crime, Trump has sought to blame the homeless population. Recently, he even issued a call to the homeless in Washington, DC to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction. He also demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital."

US President Donald Trump says he wants to reopen "insane asylums," falsely claiming states like New York and California shut them down and released patients into society. Here's what he said and what's wrong with his claims.

Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said

Judge Frank Caprio, beloved for his empathy and humor on “Caught in Providence,” passed away at 88 after battling pancreatic cancer. Mourners worldwide have paid tribute, drawn to his compassionate approach to justice and his genuine kindness.

'America's nicest judge' gets a memorial service | Mourners remember Caprio's compassion

#GRAVITAS | Trump has invited hundreds of thousands of Chinese students to the American soil. He further added that U.S. colleges would practically struggle without Chinese students. China has reacted to this, urging U.S. administration to end harassment against Chinese students. One thing is clear, when it comes to America's China policy, nothing can be predicted. Watch this video to find out more


Trump's welcomes 600,000 Chinese students in American universities

A global wave of pushback is building as the U.S. faces mounting criticism over its newly imposed trade duties. Countries across Europe, Asia, and South America are responding with retaliatory measures and diplomatic warnings, with international mail and goods distribution already showing signs of disruption. The rising tension signals a deepening fracture in global trade cooperation under the latest U.S. tariff policy shift.

Global mail distribution hits U.S. Trade | International pushback on new duties

New Research: In a worrying trend for everyday American. Even the most creditworthy consumers are starting to fall behind on loan payments. 
A new report from credit scoring firm vantage score suggests that financial pressure is rising across the board. And if you've got a credit card, car loan or mortgage. This may hit close to home.


New Research: Americans Struggle With Debt Repayments

Reports suggest that US-made weapons, including M16 rifles and night-vision gear left behind during the Afghanistan withdrawal, were used in the hijacking of Pakistan’s Jaffar Express. This has reignited concerns over the $7 billion in American military equipment abandoned in the region and its potential use by insurgents and terror groups.


'American weapons used in attacks on Pakistan'

Beloved American judge Frank Caprio, widely known for his compassionate approach to justice, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88 after a prolonged battle with pancreatic cancer.


Judge Caprio dies at 88, kind rulings made him a viral sensation 

For decades, Japan has been a pacifist nation. But now, they're considering the unthinkable: building their own nuclear arsenal.
We reveal why the world's most anti-nuclear nation is turning its back on its past and how Trump's policies are forcing America's allies to take their security into their own hands.

Unreliable America pushes Japan to nukes

As tariffs and trade remain in the headlines, US President Donald Trump on Thursday (July 31) said that the tariffs are making America great and "rich again". He stressed that the US has successfully countered this "onslaught of tariffs" used against it.&nbsp;The US president took to Truth Social, saying that the tariffs were used against the US for decades, coupled with "pathetic and crooked politicians."&nbsp;"Tariffs are making America GREAT &amp; RICH Again. They were successfully used against the USA for decades and, coupled with really dumb, pathetic, and crooked politicians, we’re having a devastating impact on the future, and even the survival, of our country," he wrote in the post.&nbsp;Trump added that it has completely changed now, stressing that America was a dead country a year ago, but now it is the hottest country in the world.&nbsp;"Now the tide has completely turned, and America has successfully countered this onslaught of Tariffs used against it. ONE YEAR AGO, AMERICA WAS A DEAD COUNTRY, NOW IT IS THE “HOTTEST”COUNTRY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!," he added.&nbsp;This comes a day after Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, along with penalties for several reasons, effective from August 1. He said that the US has a massive trade deficit with India.&nbsp;Trump took to Truth Social on Wednesday, and while noting that India is a "friend", said that relatively, the US has done “little business with them because their tariffs are far too high.” The US president added that India's tariffs are among the “highest in the world, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary trade barriers of any country.”&nbsp;Trump continued, as he raised concerns over India buying the majority of its military equipment from Russia, at a time when everyone wants Russia to stop the war in Ukraine. Trump announced to put penalties on India, along with the 25 per cent tariffs, starting on August 1.<h2>Here's how India reacted</h2>Hours after Trump imposed tariffs on India, the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry reacted to the US imposing 25 per cent tariffs on India. It stated that the government is studying the implications of tariffs.&nbsp;The ministry said that the government has taken note of a statement by the US President on bilateral trade. "The Government is studying its implications."&nbsp;It further noted that India and the US have been engaged in negotiations on concluding a fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement over the last few months.

Day after Trump imposed tariffs on India, he posted on Truth Social, saying that tariffs has made America hottest country in the world, stressing that one year ago, it was a dead country. 

As tariffs and trade remain in the headlines, US President Donald Trump on Thursday (July 31) said that the tariffs are making America great and "rich again". He stressed that the US has successfully countered this "onslaught of tariffs" used against it. The US president took to Truth Social, saying that the tariffs were used against the US for decades, coupled with "pathetic and crooked politicians." "Tariffs are making America GREAT & RICH Again. They were successfully used against the USA for decades and, coupled with really dumb, pathetic, and crooked politicians, we’re having a devastating impact on the future, and even the survival, of our country," he wrote in the post. Trump added that it has completely changed now, stressing that America was a dead country a year ago, but now it is the hottest country in the world. "Now the tide has completely turned, and America has successfully countered this onslaught of Tariffs used against it. ONE YEAR AGO, AMERICA WAS A DEAD COUNTRY, NOW IT IS THE “HOTTEST”COUNTRY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!," he added. This comes a day after Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, along with penalties for several reasons, effective from August 1. He said that the US has a massive trade deficit with India. Trump took to Truth Social on Wednesday, and while noting that India is a "friend", said that relatively, the US has done “little business with them because their tariffs are far too high.” The US president added that India's tariffs are among the “highest in the world, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary trade barriers of any country.” Trump continued, as he raised concerns over India buying the majority of its military equipment from Russia, at a time when everyone wants Russia to stop the war in Ukraine. Trump announced to put penalties on India, along with the 25 per cent tariffs, starting on August 1. Here's how India reacted Hours after Trump imposed tariffs on India, the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry reacted to the US imposing 25 per cent tariffs on India. It stated that the government is studying the implications of tariffs. The ministry said that the government has taken note of a statement by the US President on bilateral trade. "The Government is studying its implications." It further noted that India and the US have been engaged in negotiations on concluding a fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement over the last few months.

Day after Trump imposed tariffs on India, he posted on Truth Social, saying that tariffs has made America hottest country in the world, stressing that one year ago, it was a dead country.&nbsp;

'America HOTTEST country in world': Trump credits tariffs for making US great and rich again

After Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and top military officials, Iran on Saturday (June 14) said that the dialogue with the US over the nuclear programme is "meaningless".Iran further accused the US of supporting the attack, Reuters reported.“The other side [the US] acted in a way that makes dialogue meaningless. You cannot claim to negotiate and at the same time divide work by allowing the Zionist regime [Israel] to target Iran’s territory,” &nbsp;Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, semi-official Tasnim news agency reported.He further said that Israel "succeeded in influencing" the diplomatic process and the Israeli attack would not have happened without the US's permission.Earlier also, Iran accused the US of being complicit in Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", however, Washington denied the allegations made by Iran.At the United Nation Security Council, the US told Iran that it would be "wise" to negotiate over its nuclear program.US President Donald Trump on Saturday said Iran might still have a “second chance” to reach a nuclear agreement, just hours after Israeli airstrikes hit key military and nuclear sites in Iran. The statement comes ahead of a planned sixth round of nuclear talks in Oman.“Two months ago I gave Iran a 60-day ultimatum to ‘make a deal.’ They should have done it! Today is day 61. I told them what to do, but they just couldn’t get there. Now they have, perhaps, a second chance!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.Later, he held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, discussing the ongoing attacks.In the initial post by Trump following Israel's attack, the US president repeated his call for Iran to negotiate, warning that the consequences could be far worse if diplomacy fails.He also underscored the military strength of both the United States and Israel, saying that the US makes the "best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come – And they know how to use it.”

Israel "succeeded in influencing" the diplomatic process and the Israeli attack would not have happened without the US's permission, Iran accused. 

After Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and top military officials, Iran on Saturday (June 14) said that the dialogue with the US over the nuclear programme is "meaningless". Iran further accused the US of supporting the attack, Reuters reported. “The other side [the US] acted in a way that makes dialogue meaningless. You cannot claim to negotiate and at the same time divide work by allowing the Zionist regime [Israel] to target Iran’s territory,” Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, semi-official Tasnim news agency reported. He further said that Israel "succeeded in influencing" the diplomatic process and the Israeli attack would not have happened without the US's permission. Earlier also, Iran accused the US of being complicit in Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", however, Washington denied the allegations made by Iran. At the United Nation Security Council, the US told Iran that it would be "wise" to negotiate over its nuclear program. US President Donald Trump on Saturday said Iran might still have a “second chance” to reach a nuclear agreement, just hours after Israeli airstrikes hit key military and nuclear sites in Iran. The statement comes ahead of a planned sixth round of nuclear talks in Oman. “Two months ago I gave Iran a 60-day ultimatum to ‘make a deal.’ They should have done it! Today is day 61. I told them what to do, but they just couldn’t get there. Now they have, perhaps, a second chance!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform. Later, he held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, discussing the ongoing attacks. In the initial post by Trump following Israel's attack, the US president repeated his call for Iran to negotiate, warning that the consequences could be far worse if diplomacy fails. He also underscored the military strength of both the United States and Israel, saying that the US makes the "best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come – And they know how to use it.”

Israel "succeeded in influencing" the diplomatic process and the Israeli attack would not have happened without the US's permission, Iran accused.&nbsp;

'Not have happened without US permission': Iran AGAIN accuses America of supporting Israeli attacks, says talks with US 'meaningless'

US President Donald Trump has announced a federal program as he proposes a government-funded $1000 investment account for American babies, calling it "Trump savings accounts".Unofficially known as "Trump Accounts" or "MAGA Accounts", the program is part of a broader tax-cut package that recently passed the House.Trump made the announcement at a White House roundtable, in presence of over a dozen CEOs, including &nbsp;from Uber, Goldman Sachs and Dell Technologies.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-big-beautiful-bill-would-increase-deficit-by-2-4-trillion-says-cbo-1749058573412">Also read: Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ would increase deficit by $2.4 trillion, says CBO</a><h2>Trump’s Savings Accounts plan explained</h2>Every US citizen born after December 31, 2024 and before January 1, 2029, the federal government will make a one-time contribution of $1,000 into a tax-deferred account that will track the overall stock market, US President Trump said.The accounts will be controlled and operated by the baby's guardian and will allow additional private contributions of up to $5000 annually.Calling it a "pro-family initiative", Trump said that it will help millions of Americans harness the strength of our economy to lift up the next generation.Mike Johnson, the House speaker, was also present at the roundtable. He called it a "bold, transformative policy" that gives every eligible American child a financial head start from day one.While Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" has cleared the House, it is still pending to go through the Senate.The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) issued a report last week warning that the “Big Beautiful Bill" is projected to add $2.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.Trump has been optimistic about the returns, as he said that the beneficiaries would "really be getting a big jump on life, especially if we get a little bit lucky with some of the numbers and the economies into the future”.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-is-disappointed-with-the-big-beautiful-bill-1748407088947">Also read: &nbsp;Elon Musk is disappointed with the 'Big Beautiful Bill'</a>

Unofficially known as Trump Accounts or MAGA Accounts, the program is part of a broader tax-cut package that recently passed the House.

US President Donald Trump has announced a federal program as he proposes a government-funded $1000 investment account for American babies, calling it "Trump savings accounts". Unofficially known as "Trump Accounts" or "MAGA Accounts", the program is part of a broader tax-cut package that recently passed the House. Trump made the announcement at a White House roundtable, in presence of over a dozen CEOs, including from Uber, Goldman Sachs and Dell Technologies. Also read: Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ would increase deficit by $2.4 trillion, says CBO Trump’s Savings Accounts plan explained Every US citizen born after December 31, 2024 and before January 1, 2029, the federal government will make a one-time contribution of $1,000 into a tax-deferred account that will track the overall stock market, US President Trump said. The accounts will be controlled and operated by the baby's guardian and will allow additional private contributions of up to $5000 annually. Calling it a "pro-family initiative", Trump said that it will help millions of Americans harness the strength of our economy to lift up the next generation. Mike Johnson, the House speaker, was also present at the roundtable. He called it a "bold, transformative policy" that gives every eligible American child a financial head start from day one. While Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" has cleared the House, it is still pending to go through the Senate. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) issued a report last week warning that the “Big Beautiful Bill" is projected to add $2.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. Trump has been optimistic about the returns, as he said that the beneficiaries would "really be getting a big jump on life, especially if we get a little bit lucky with some of the numbers and the economies into the future”. Also read: Elon Musk is disappointed with the 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Unofficially known as "Trump Accounts" or "MAGA Accounts", the program is part of a broader tax-cut package that recently passed the House.

$1000 for every US baby? Here's what we know about ‘Trump’s Savings Accounts’ plan for American babies

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has elaborated on his vision for Mars and has called it a "life insurance" for humanity in the latest interview on Tuesday.
In an interview with Fox News, Musk said, "Mars is life insurance for life collectively. So, eventually, all life on Earth will be destroyed by the sun. The sun is gradually expanding, and so we do at some point need to be a multi-planet civilization because Earth will be incinerated."
Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-tesla-ceo-regrets-supporting-donald-trump-in-united-states-9029278">'Yes...but cut that part': Elon Musk quips when asked if he regrets supporting Donald Trump</a>
Musk explained that his vision for Mars is more than just landing on the planet and planting flags and laying footprints. He added that his vision encapsulates it&rsquo;s about creating a self-sustaining city.
"The fundamental fork in the road of destiny [is] that Mars is sufficiently self-sustaining and can grow by itself if the resupply ships from Earth stop coming for any reason, whether that is because civilization died with a bang or a whimper...If the resupply ships are necessary for Mars to survive, then we have not created life insurance."
"We've not created life insurance for life collectively. So that's the key point in the future where [the] destiny of life, as we know it, will forever be affected, is when Mars becomes self-sustaining."
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<h2>Musk doesn't regret supporting Trump</h2>
Earlier, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-tesla-ceo-regrets-supporting-donald-trump-in-united-states-9029278" rel="dofollow">Musk in an interview with Lara Trump</a> was asked if he regrets supporting Trump, and doing what he has done for President Trump, to which he quipped, "Yes...No..cut that part...I was trying to be funny... You caught me!"
"I think it is essential for Trump to win so that America remained a great ...that we would reach greater heights...Some very basic things needed to happen - secure borders, and safe cities where we can walk around without fear of being attacked, we need to strive to do great things to exceed what we've done in the past."
Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-to-add-his-own-city-starbase-to-his-empire-spacex-texas-heres-all-you-need-to-know-9029598">&lsquo;He&rsquo;s trying to colonise&rsquo;: Elon Musk to add his own city, &lsquo;Starbase&rsquo;, to his empire - Here&rsquo;s all you need to know</a>

World | SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has elaborated on his vision for Mars and has called it a "life insurance" for humanity in the latest interview on Tuesday.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has elaborated on his vision for Mars and has called it a "life insurance" for humanity in the latest interview on Tuesday. In an interview with Fox News, Musk said, "Mars is life insurance for life collectively. So, eventually, all life on Earth will be destroyed by the sun. The sun is gradually expanding, and so we do at some point need to be a multi-planet civilization because Earth will be incinerated." Read More | 'Yes...but cut that part': Elon Musk quips when asked if he regrets supporting Donald Trump Musk explained that his vision for Mars is more than just landing on the planet and planting flags and laying footprints. He added that his vision encapsulates it’s about creating a self-sustaining city. "The fundamental fork in the road of destiny [is] that Mars is sufficiently self-sustaining and can grow by itself if the resupply ships from Earth stop coming for any reason, whether that is because civilization died with a bang or a whimper...If the resupply ships are necessary for Mars to survive, then we have not created life insurance." "We've not created life insurance for life collectively. So that's the key point in the future where [the] destiny of life, as we know it, will forever be affected, is when Mars becomes self-sustaining." Read More | This man divided India for 40,000 rupees and caused all Indo-Pak wars | Story of the most unscientific border map Musk doesn't regret supporting Trump Earlier, Musk in an interview with Lara Trump was asked if he regrets supporting Trump, and doing what he has done for President Trump, to which he quipped, "Yes...No..cut that part...I was trying to be funny... You caught me!" "I think it is essential for Trump to win so that America remained a great ...that we would reach greater heights...Some very basic things needed to happen - secure borders, and safe cities where we can walk around without fear of being attacked, we need to strive to do great things to exceed what we've done in the past." Read More | ‘He’s trying to colonise’: Elon Musk to add his own city, ‘Starbase’, to his empire - Here’s all you need to know

'Earth will be incinerated': Elon Musk calls Mars 'life insurance for humanity', issues warning

In a continued crackdown on immigration, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-trump-okay-us-president-gives-offtrack-reply-to-alcatraz-question-internet-calls-him-a-word-salad-video-9038757" rel="dofollow">Trump </a>administration in the United States has now warned green card holders that it is a "privilege" and "not a right" and can be revoked.&nbsp;
In a recent post on X, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said, "Green cards and visas will be revoked if an alien breaks the law." The message comes as part of a wider crackdown under a policy known as &lsquo;Catch-And-Revoke.&rsquo;
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We continuously work alongside our <a href="https://twitter.com/DHSgov?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DHSgov</a> partners to rigorously vet all aliens even after a visa or green card has been obtained. This vigilance is essential to making America safe again. Break the laws and you will lose your green card or visa privilege. <a href="https://t.co/VM0gjhsFXQ">pic.twitter.com/VM0gjhsFXQ</a>
&mdash; USCIS (@USCIS) <a href="https://twitter.com/USCIS/status/1918289373939785835?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
The X post further highlighted that green card holders must respect the laws and values of America. It warned that if gren card holders 'advocate for violence, endorse or support terrorist activity,' their cards will be revoked and they will not be eligible to stay in the United States. "Coming to America and receiving a visa or green card is a privilege. Our laws and values must be respected. If you advocate for violence, endorse or support terrorist activity, or encourage others to do so, you are no longer eligible to stay in the US," the post stated.
"This vigilance is essential to making America safe again. Break the laws and you will lose your green card or visa privilege," USCIS post on X added.
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Having a visa or green card is a privilege that can be taken away. Our rigorous security vetting does not end once you've been granted access to the U.S. If you come to our country and break the law, there will be consequences, and you will lose your privileges. <a href="https://t.co/fyK0y0QKAs">pic.twitter.com/fyK0y0QKAs</a>
&mdash; USCIS (@USCIS) <a href="https://twitter.com/USCIS/status/1917993986469322881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backed the policy, saying: &ldquo;Whenever the government catches non-US citizens breaking our laws, we will take action to revoke their status. The era of abusing our nation&rsquo;s generosity is over.&rdquo;
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<h2>Social media activities may lead to rejection of visas</h2>
Earlier in March, the USCIS had announced that it is scanning visa applicants' social media handles under a new proposal. This included scanning of posts on Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok or any other social profiles.
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, in a statement, said that it will now take "aliens&rsquo; antisemitic activity on social media and the physical harassment of Jewish individuals as grounds for denying immigration benefit requests."
According to USCIS, posts supporting "antisemitic terrorism, violent antisemitic ideologies, antisemitic terrorist organizations such as Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Hezbollah and &nbsp;Yemen's Houthis" &mdash; will be treated as grounds for denying visas.
As per reports, applicants may be asked to list their social media handles on nine immigration forms, though not passwords.
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<h3>Indian students face deportation</h3>
Visas of hundreds of international students in the United States, including many from India, have been revoked. Students received emails from the US State Department instructing them to self-deport as their visas have been revoked. While these emails cited petty crimes such as shoplifting, drunk driving, etc as reasons for deportation, many reports suggest that students were deported due to their alleged involvement in campus activism.
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The Trump administration in the United States has now warned green card holders that it is a "privilege" and "not a right" and can be revoked. Here's why

In a continued crackdown on immigration, the Trump administration in the United States has now warned green card holders that it is a "privilege" and "not a right" and can be revoked. In a recent post on X, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said, "Green cards and visas will be revoked if an alien breaks the law." The message comes as part of a wider crackdown under a policy known as ‘Catch-And-Revoke.’ We continuously work alongside our @DHSgov partners to rigorously vet all aliens even after a visa or green card has been obtained. This vigilance is essential to making America safe again. Break the laws and you will lose your green card or visa privilege. pic.twitter.com/VM0gjhsFXQ — USCIS (@USCIS) May 2, 2025 The X post further highlighted that green card holders must respect the laws and values of America. It warned that if gren card holders 'advocate for violence, endorse or support terrorist activity,' their cards will be revoked and they will not be eligible to stay in the United States. "Coming to America and receiving a visa or green card is a privilege. Our laws and values must be respected. If you advocate for violence, endorse or support terrorist activity, or encourage others to do so, you are no longer eligible to stay in the US," the post stated. "This vigilance is essential to making America safe again. Break the laws and you will lose your green card or visa privilege," USCIS post on X added. Having a visa or green card is a privilege that can be taken away. Our rigorous security vetting does not end once you've been granted access to the U.S. If you come to our country and break the law, there will be consequences, and you will lose your privileges. pic.twitter.com/fyK0y0QKAs — USCIS (@USCIS) May 1, 2025 Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backed the policy, saying: “Whenever the government catches non-US citizens breaking our laws, we will take action to revoke their status. The era of abusing our nation’s generosity is over.” Read More | Deportation of Indian student with less than 30 days for graduation temporarily blocked by US judge Social media activities may lead to rejection of visas Earlier in March, the USCIS had announced that it is scanning visa applicants' social media handles under a new proposal. This included scanning of posts on Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok or any other social profiles. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, in a statement, said that it will now take "aliens’ antisemitic activity on social media and the physical harassment of Jewish individuals as grounds for denying immigration benefit requests." According to USCIS, posts supporting "antisemitic terrorism, violent antisemitic ideologies, antisemitic terrorist organizations such as Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Hezbollah and Yemen's Houthis" — will be treated as grounds for denying visas. As per reports, applicants may be asked to list their social media handles on nine immigration forms, though not passwords. Read More | India issues clarification on visas to Hindu Pakistanis, tells its nationals in Pakistan "to return at the earliest" Indian students face deportation Visas of hundreds of international students in the United States, including many from India, have been revoked. Students received emails from the US State Department instructing them to self-deport as their visas have been revoked. While these emails cited petty crimes such as shoplifting, drunk driving, etc as reasons for deportation, many reports suggest that students were deported due to their alleged involvement in campus activism. Read More | 5 Countries Where Indians Can Work Remotely Without a Visa

'If an alien breaks law...': Trump admin's big warning to Green card holders, says it's a 'privilege, not a right'

Tesla CEO <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ice-cream-lincoln-bedroom-video-games-elon-musks-100-days-in-trump-admin-amid-reports-of-his-white-house-exit-9023602">Elon Musk</a>&nbsp;was recently asked in an interview if he regrets supporting Donald Trump, to which he responded with affirmation, before bursting into laughter and clarifying that he was joking.&nbsp;
In an interview with Fox News, Musk was asked if he regrets supporting Trump, and doing what he has done for President Trump, to which he quips,&nbsp;"Yes...No..cut that part...I was trying to be funny... You caught me!"
"I think it is essential for Trump to win so that America remained a great ...that we would reach greater heights...Some very basic things needed to happen - secure borders, and safe cities where we can walk around without fear of being attacked, we need to strive to do great things to exceed what we've done in the past."
He also added that if Donald Trump had not won and the Democrats had won the elections, illegal immigration and unfair trade policies would have been common. He even said, "Democrats would convert America into a one-party state."
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<h2>Musk gives insights about his 100 days in the White House</h2>
Earlier, in his remarks to reporters, Musk provided the most detailed overview of DOGE. Musk, who spent roughly a quarter billion dollars to fuel Trump&rsquo;s White House victory last November, said his future work for DOGE would still be conducted from a tiny perch inside the West Wing, what he calls a &ldquo;micro-office&rdquo; with a window that offers just a &ldquo;glimmer of sunlight&rdquo; but no real view, Bloomberg reported.
&ldquo;It has a view of nothing &mdash; it has a window but all you see is, like, an HVAC unit, which is fine because it&rsquo;s harder to shoot me,&rdquo; Musk told reporters in the Roosevelt Room. &ldquo;There&rsquo;s not a good line of sight.&rdquo; Musk, who&rsquo;s also the CEO of SpaceX, said.
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Musk also offered an extraordinary glimpse into his status as a trusted Trump ally &mdash; one marked by occasional video games in his West Wing office as well as overnight stays in the Lincoln Bedroom, where he said he slept at Trump&rsquo;s invitation. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ll be on Air Force One or Marine One and he&rsquo;s like, &lsquo;Hey do you want to stay over?&rsquo; I&rsquo;m like, &lsquo;Sure,&rsquo; and he sends me to the Lincoln Bedroom,&rdquo; Musk recalled. &ldquo;I haven&rsquo;t requested it &mdash; to be clear.&rdquo;&nbsp;
With the president&rsquo;s encouragement, Musk said he&rsquo;s also gotten ice cream from the White House kitchen &mdash; eating &ldquo;a tub&rdquo; of rich caramel Haagen-Dazs&nbsp; &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t tell RFK,&rdquo; Musk quipped. Musing on the persistence of the name &ldquo;DOGE&rdquo; &mdash; now adopted by caucuses in the House and Senate &mdash; Musk reminded reporters the title started as a meme coin, as per Bloomberg.
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World | Tesla CEO Elon Musk was recently asked in an interview if he regrets supporting Donald Trump, to which he responded with affirmation, before bursting into laughter

Tesla CEO Elon Musk was recently asked in an interview if he regrets supporting Donald Trump, to which he responded with affirmation, before bursting into laughter and clarifying that he was joking. In an interview with Fox News, Musk was asked if he regrets supporting Trump, and doing what he has done for President Trump, to which he quips, "Yes...No..cut that part...I was trying to be funny... You caught me!" "I think it is essential for Trump to win so that America remained a great ...that we would reach greater heights...Some very basic things needed to happen - secure borders, and safe cities where we can walk around without fear of being attacked, we need to strive to do great things to exceed what we've done in the past." He also added that if Donald Trump had not won and the Democrats had won the elections, illegal immigration and unfair trade policies would have been common. He even said, "Democrats would convert America into a one-party state." Read More | Elon Musk poised to become GOP Megadonor as he steps back from White House role Musk gives insights about his 100 days in the White House Earlier, in his remarks to reporters, Musk provided the most detailed overview of DOGE. Musk, who spent roughly a quarter billion dollars to fuel Trump’s White House victory last November, said his future work for DOGE would still be conducted from a tiny perch inside the West Wing, what he calls a “micro-office” with a window that offers just a “glimmer of sunlight” but no real view, Bloomberg reported. “It has a view of nothing — it has a window but all you see is, like, an HVAC unit, which is fine because it’s harder to shoot me,” Musk told reporters in the Roosevelt Room. “There’s not a good line of sight.” Musk, who’s also the CEO of SpaceX, said. Watch | Musk denies reports that Tesla might replace him as CEO Musk also offered an extraordinary glimpse into his status as a trusted Trump ally — one marked by occasional video games in his West Wing office as well as overnight stays in the Lincoln Bedroom, where he said he slept at Trump’s invitation. “We’ll be on Air Force One or Marine One and he’s like, ‘Hey do you want to stay over?’ I’m like, ‘Sure,’ and he sends me to the Lincoln Bedroom,” Musk recalled. “I haven’t requested it — to be clear.” With the president’s encouragement, Musk said he’s also gotten ice cream from the White House kitchen — eating “a tub” of rich caramel Haagen-Dazs “Don’t tell RFK,” Musk quipped. Musing on the persistence of the name “DOGE” — now adopted by caucuses in the House and Senate — Musk reminded reporters the title started as a meme coin, as per Bloomberg. Read More | British woman named world's oldest at 115 has an Indian connect. Here's what it is

'Yes...but cut that part': Elon Musk quips when asked if he regrets supporting Donald Trump

Donald Trump on Friday (May 2) shrugged off growing fears of an American recession, saying that the short-term pain is OK as his policies take root.
Appearing in a clip of a pre-recorded interview with NBC's "Meet the Press with Kristen Welker" released on Friday, Trump shrugged off recession fears. This comes despite new government data confirming that the US economy, in the first three months of Trump's second presidency, contracted unexpectedly in the first quarter.
<h2>A 'transition period'</h2>
Striking an upbeat tone, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/trump-0">Trump</a>&nbsp;insisted that his economic blueprint &mdash; including aggressive tariffs &mdash; would eventually spark "the greatest boom in history."
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"This is a transition period. I think we're going to do fantastically," he told NBC News. The full interview is due to be released on Sunday (May 4).
<h2>Recession fears vs Trump's optimism</h2>
Asked directly whether he was "comfortable with the country potentially dipping into a recession for a period of time" if he were able to achieve his long-term goals, the US president evaded a direct answer and instead said, "Some people on Wall Street say that we're going to have the greatest economy in history. Why don't you talk about them?"&nbsp;
When pressed about whether he worried about a recession, Trump replied, "Anything can happen".&nbsp;
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"But I think we're going to have the greatest economy in the history of our country. I think we're going have the greatest economic boom in history," he added as per excerpts of the interview.
His comments come amid growing unease on Wall Street and in global financial circles, with economists warning that a recession &mdash; triggered by Trump's tariffs &mdash; is increasingly likely.&nbsp;
According to Apollo Global's chief economist, Torsten Slok, the chances of such a "Voluntary Trade Reset Recession" now stand at a staggering 90 per cent.
<h2>Markets rattle, jobs hold steady</h2>
Financial markets have been volatile since Trump ordered sweeping tariffs on imports. While stock prices saw a minor rebound on Friday, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected jobs report, analysts, as per reports, remain cautious.

Discover Trump's optimistic outlook on the US economy amid recession fears as he discusses a transition period leading to a historic boom in a recent interview.

Donald Trump on Friday (May 2) shrugged off growing fears of an American recession, saying that the short-term pain is OK as his policies take root. Appearing in a clip of a pre-recorded interview with NBC's "Meet the Press with Kristen Welker" released on Friday, Trump shrugged off recession fears. This comes despite new government data confirming that the US economy, in the first three months of Trump's second presidency, contracted unexpectedly in the first quarter. A 'transition period' Striking an upbeat tone, Trump insisted that his economic blueprint — including aggressive tariffs — would eventually spark "the greatest boom in history." Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage' "This is a transition period. I think we're going to do fantastically," he told NBC News. The full interview is due to be released on Sunday (May 4). Recession fears vs Trump's optimism Asked directly whether he was "comfortable with the country potentially dipping into a recession for a period of time" if he were able to achieve his long-term goals, the US president evaded a direct answer and instead said, "Some people on Wall Street say that we're going to have the greatest economy in history. Why don't you talk about them?" When pressed about whether he worried about a recession, Trump replied, "Anything can happen". Aslo read | 'Justkilled DaPope Vance': JD Vance calls meeting Pope Francis before his death 'pretty crazy' — internet agrees "But I think we're going to have the greatest economy in the history of our country. I think we're going have the greatest economic boom in history," he added as per excerpts of the interview. His comments come amid growing unease on Wall Street and in global financial circles, with economists warning that a recession — triggered by Trump's tariffs — is increasingly likely. According to Apollo Global's chief economist, Torsten Slok, the chances of such a "Voluntary Trade Reset Recession" now stand at a staggering 90 per cent. Markets rattle, jobs hold steady Financial markets have been volatile since Trump ordered sweeping tariffs on imports. While stock prices saw a minor rebound on Friday, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected jobs report, analysts, as per reports, remain cautious.

Trump 'OK' with US recession says 'anything can happen,' claims US will have 'historic boom' later

The US Senate has blocked a Democratic-led resolution to stop President Donald Trump's proposed reciprocal tariffs. Despite internal GOP concerns, Republicans rallied behind Trump, leading to a 49-49 deadlock that prevented the resolution from passing.

Senate votes against resolution to block Trump's reciprocal tariffs

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