Former US President Donald Trump's key advisors have presented him with a plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war if he wins the Presidential elections, scheduled to take place later this year.

Trump advisors' strategy to end Ukraine war to pressure Kyiv to hold peace talks by withholding arms

US: Trump advisors' plan to end Russia-Ukraine war if Trump wins US Presidential elections

Two key advisers to Donald Trump have presented him with a plan to end Russia's war in Ukraine - if he wins the presidential election - that involves telling Ukraine it will only get more U.S. weapons if it enters into peace talks.

The United States would at the same time warn Moscow that any refusal to negotiate would result in increased U.S. support for Ukraine, retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, one of Trump's national security advisers, said in an interview.

Under the plan drawn up by Kellogg and Fred Fleitz, who both served as chiefs of staff in Trump's National Security Council during his 2017-2021 presidency, there would be a ceasefire based on prevailing battle lines during peace talks.

They have presented their strategy to Trump, and the former president responded favorably, Fleitz said. "I'm not claiming he agreed with it or agreed with every word of it, but we were pleased to get the feedback we did," he said.

However, Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung said only statements made by Trump or authorized members of his campaign should be deemed official.

The strategy outlined by Kellogg and Fleitz is the most detailed plan yet by associates of Trump, who has said he could quickly settle the war in Ukraine if he beats President Joe Biden in the Nov. 5 election, though he has not discussed specifics.

The proposal would mark a big shift in the U.S. position on the war and would face opposition from European allies and within Trump's own Republican Party.

The Kremlin said that any peace plan proposed by a possible future Trump administration would have to reflect the reality on the ground but that Russian President Vladimir Putin remained open to talks.

"The value of any plan lies in the nuances and in taking into account the real state of affairs on the ground," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Reuters.

"President Putin has repeatedly said that Russia has been and remains open to negotiations, taking into account the real state of affairs on the ground," he said. "We remain open to negotiations."

Ukraine's foreign ministry did not respond to requests for comment on the plan.

NATO MEMBERSHIP ON HOLD

The core elements of the plan were outlined in a publicly available research paper published by the "America First Policy Institute," a Trump-friendly think tank where Kellogg and Fleitz hold leadership positions.

Kellogg said it would be crucial to get Russia and Ukraine to the negotiating table quickly if Trump wins the election.

"We tell the Ukrainians, 'You've got to come to the table, and if you don't come to the table, support from the United States will dry up,'" he said. "And you tell Putin, 'He's got to come to the table and if you don't come to the table, then we'll give Ukrainians everything they need to kill you in the field.'"

According to their research paper, Moscow would also be coaxed to the table with the promise of NATO membership for Ukraine being put off for an extended period.

Russia invaded neighboring Ukraine in February 2022. Until some gains by Russia in recent months, the front lines barely moved since the end of that year, despite tens of thousands of dead on both sides in relentless trench warfare, the bloodiest fighting in Europe since World War Two.

Fleitz said Ukraine need not formally cede territory to Russia under their plan. Still, he said, Ukraine was unlikely to regain effective control of all its territory in the near term.

"Our concern is that this has become a war of attrition that's going to kill a whole generation of young men," he said.

A lasting peace in Ukraine would require additional security guarantees for Ukraine, Kellogg and Fleitz said. Fleitz added that "arming Ukraine to the teeth" was likely to be a key element of that.

"President Trump has repeatedly stated that a top priority in his second term will be to quickly negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war," Trump spokesperson Cheung said. "The war between Russia and Ukraine never would have happened if Donald J. Trump were president. So sad."

The Biden campaign said Trump is not interested in standing up to Putin.

"Donald Trump heaps praise on Vladimir Putin every chance he gets, and he's made clear he won't stand&nbsp;against Putin or stand up for democracy," campaign spokesperson James Singer said.

UPPER HAND

Some Republicans will be reticent to pay for more resources to Ukraine under the plan. The U.S. has spent more than $70 billion on military aid for Ukraine since Moscow's invasion.

"What (Trump's supporters) want to do is reduce aid, if not turn off the spigot," said Charles Kupchan, a senior fellow at the Council of Foreign Relations.

Putin said this month that the war could end if Ukraine agreed to drop its ambitions to join NATO and hand over four eastern and southern provinces claimed by Russia.

During a meeting of the United Nations Security Council last week, French and British ambassadors reiterated their view that peace can only be sought when Russia withdraws from Ukrainian territory, a position Kyiv shares.

Several analysts also expressed concern that the plan by Kellogg and Fleitz could give Moscow the upper hand in talks.

"What Kellogg is describing is a process slanted toward Ukraine giving up all of the territory that Russia now occupies," said Daniel Fried, a former assistant secretary of state who worked on Russia policy.

During a podcast interview last week, Trump ruled out committing U.S. troops to Ukraine and appeared skeptical of making Ukraine a NATO member. He has indicated he would quickly move to cut aid to Kyiv if elected.

Biden has consistently pushed for more Ukraine aid, and his administration supports its eventual ascension to NATO. Earlier in June, Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a 10-year bilateral security agreement

Two key advisers to Donald Trump have presented him with a plan to end Russia's war in Ukraine - if he wins the presidential election - that involves telling Ukraine it will only get more U.

Two key advisers to Donald Trump have presented him with a plan to end Russia's war in Ukraine - if he wins the presidential election - that involves telling Ukraine it will only get more U.S. weapons if it enters into peace talks. The United States would at the same time warn Moscow that any refusal to negotiate would result in increased U.S. support for Ukraine, retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, one of Trump's national security advisers, said in an interview. Under the plan drawn up by Kellogg and Fred Fleitz, who both served as chiefs of staff in Trump's National Security Council during his 2017-2021 presidency, there would be a ceasefire based on prevailing battle lines during peace talks. They have presented their strategy to Trump, and the former president responded favorably, Fleitz said. "I'm not claiming he agreed with it or agreed with every word of it, but we were pleased to get the feedback we did," he said. However, Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung said only statements made by Trump or authorized members of his campaign should be deemed official. The strategy outlined by Kellogg and Fleitz is the most detailed plan yet by associates of Trump, who has said he could quickly settle the war in Ukraine if he beats President Joe Biden in the Nov. 5 election, though he has not discussed specifics. The proposal would mark a big shift in the U.S. position on the war and would face opposition from European allies and within Trump's own Republican Party. The Kremlin said that any peace plan proposed by a possible future Trump administration would have to reflect the reality on the ground but that Russian President Vladimir Putin remained open to talks. "The value of any plan lies in the nuances and in taking into account the real state of affairs on the ground," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Reuters. "President Putin has repeatedly said that Russia has been and remains open to negotiations, taking into account the real state of affairs on the ground," he said. "We remain open to negotiations." Ukraine's foreign ministry did not respond to requests for comment on the plan. NATO MEMBERSHIP ON HOLD The core elements of the plan were outlined in a publicly available research paper published by the "America First Policy Institute," a Trump-friendly think tank where Kellogg and Fleitz hold leadership positions. Kellogg said it would be crucial to get Russia and Ukraine to the negotiating table quickly if Trump wins the election. "We tell the Ukrainians, 'You've got to come to the table, and if you don't come to the table, support from the United States will dry up,'" he said. "And you tell Putin, 'He's got to come to the table and if you don't come to the table, then we'll give Ukrainians everything they need to kill you in the field.'" According to their research paper, Moscow would also be coaxed to the table with the promise of NATO membership for Ukraine being put off for an extended period. Russia invaded neighboring Ukraine in February 2022. Until some gains by Russia in recent months, the front lines barely moved since the end of that year, despite tens of thousands of dead on both sides in relentless trench warfare, the bloodiest fighting in Europe since World War Two. Fleitz said Ukraine need not formally cede territory to Russia under their plan. Still, he said, Ukraine was unlikely to regain effective control of all its territory in the near term. "Our concern is that this has become a war of attrition that's going to kill a whole generation of young men," he said. A lasting peace in Ukraine would require additional security guarantees for Ukraine, Kellogg and Fleitz said. Fleitz added that "arming Ukraine to the teeth" was likely to be a key element of that. "President Trump has repeatedly stated that a top priority in his second term will be to quickly negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war," Trump spokesperson Cheung said. "The war between Russia and Ukraine never would have happened if Donald J. Trump were president. So sad." The Biden campaign said Trump is not interested in standing up to Putin. "Donald Trump heaps praise on Vladimir Putin every chance he gets, and he's made clear he won't stand against Putin or stand up for democracy," campaign spokesperson James Singer said. UPPER HAND Some Republicans will be reticent to pay for more resources to Ukraine under the plan. The U.S. has spent more than $70 billion on military aid for Ukraine since Moscow's invasion. "What (Trump's supporters) want to do is reduce aid, if not turn off the spigot," said Charles Kupchan, a senior fellow at the Council of Foreign Relations. Putin said this month that the war could end if Ukraine agreed to drop its ambitions to join NATO and hand over four eastern and southern provinces claimed by Russia. During a meeting of the United Nations Security Council last week, French and British ambassadors reiterated their view that peace can only be sought when Russia withdraws from Ukrainian territory, a position Kyiv shares. Several analysts also expressed concern that the plan by Kellogg and Fleitz could give Moscow the upper hand in talks. "What Kellogg is describing is a process slanted toward Ukraine giving up all of the territory that Russia now occupies," said Daniel Fried, a former assistant secretary of state who worked on Russia policy. During a podcast interview last week, Trump ruled out committing U.S. troops to Ukraine and appeared skeptical of making Ukraine a NATO member. He has indicated he would quickly move to cut aid to Kyiv if elected. Biden has consistently pushed for more Ukraine aid, and his administration supports its eventual ascension to NATO. Earlier in June, Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a 10-year bilateral security agreement

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Former United States President Donald Trump, who is known for his often dehumanising and inflammatory remarks against immigrants, has said&nbsp;he had floated the idea of a “migrant league of fighters” to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) chief Dana White.&nbsp;

During his campaign speeches on Saturday (June 22), the&nbsp;presumptive Republican presidential nominee also backed the controversial plan of displaying the Ten Commandments in schools and elsewhere.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Migrant league of fighters’</h2>

“I said, ‘Dana I have an idea. Why don’t you set up a migrant league of fighters and have your regular league fighters,” Trump told a crowd of conservative Christians at a Faith and Freedom Coalition gathering in Washington DC.&nbsp;

He added, “And then you have the champion of your league – these are the greatest fighters in the world – fight the champion of the migrants. I think the migrants’ guy might win, that’s how tough they are.”&nbsp;

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Trump went on to say that White “didn’t like that idea too much, but actually, it’s not the worst idea I’ve ever had.”

Trump repeated the comments at a campaign rally in the US city of Philadelphia, where he sought to court Black voters, later on Saturday.&nbsp;

The former president has repeatedly come under fire for his inflammatory language while speaking about migrants.&nbsp;

Earlier this year, the Republican said he thought undocumented migrants who commit violent crimes are “not humans” but&nbsp;“animals.”&nbsp;

In December, Trump insisted that he never even read Adolf Hitler’s manifesto Mein Kampf after he said immigrants are <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-hasnt-read-hitlers-mein-kampf-after-backlash-on-remarks-against-migrants-671963">“poisoning the blood of our country”</a> and was accused of using Nazi rhetoric.&nbsp;

<h2>Biden campaign responds</h2>

The incumbent US president and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden’s campaign responded to Trump’s latest remarks calling them “incoherent” and “unhinged”.&nbsp;

“Fitting that convicted felon Donald Trump spent his time at a religious conference threatening to round up Latinos, bragging about ripping away Americans’ freedoms, and promising to be even more extreme if he regains power,” said a spokesperson for the Biden campaign, Sarafina Chitika.&nbsp;

She added, “Trump’s incoherent, unhinged tirade showed voters in his own words that he is a threat to our freedoms and is too dangerous to be let anywhere near the White House again.”

<h2>Trump backs controversial law</h2>

While speaking to the group of evangelicals Trump said they “cannot afford to sit on the sidelines” during the upcoming election.&nbsp;

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He also endorsed displaying the Ten Commandments days after the US state of Louisiana passed a controversial law requiring the list of religious precepts to be displayed in every public school classroom.

The opponents of the law have said that they will challenge in court&nbsp;the new mandate, which raises questions about the constitutional separation of church and state.&nbsp;

“Has anyone read the ‘Thou shalt not steal’? I mean, has anybody read this incredible stuff? It’s just incredible,” Trump said on Saturday. He added, “They don’t want it to go up. It’s a crazy world.’’

The former president’s remarks were met with cheers, as he&nbsp;sought the support of the religious right ahead of the election in November.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Former United States President Donald Trump, who is known for his often dehumanising and inflammatory remarks against immigrants, has said he had floated the idea of a “migrant league of fighters” to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) chief Dana White.

Former United States President Donald Trump, who is known for his often dehumanising and inflammatory remarks against immigrants, has said he had floated the idea of a “migrant league of fighters” to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) chief Dana White. During his campaign speeches on Saturday (June 22), the presumptive Republican presidential nominee also backed the controversial plan of displaying the Ten Commandments in schools and elsewhere. ‘Migrant league of fighters’ “I said, ‘Dana I have an idea. Why don’t you set up a migrant league of fighters and have your regular league fighters,” Trump told a crowd of conservative Christians at a Faith and Freedom Coalition gathering in Washington DC. He added, “And then you have the champion of your league – these are the greatest fighters in the world – fight the champion of the migrants. I think the migrants’ guy might win, that’s how tough they are.” Trump went on to say that White “didn’t like that idea too much, but actually, it’s not the worst idea I’ve ever had.” Trump repeated the comments at a campaign rally in the US city of Philadelphia, where he sought to court Black voters, later on Saturday. The former president has repeatedly come under fire for his inflammatory language while speaking about migrants. Earlier this year, the Republican said he thought undocumented migrants who commit violent crimes are “not humans” but “animals.” In December, Trump insisted that he never even read Adolf Hitler’s manifesto Mein Kampf after he said immigrants are “poisoning the blood of our country” and was accused of using Nazi rhetoric. Biden campaign responds The incumbent US president and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden’s campaign responded to Trump’s latest remarks calling them “incoherent” and “unhinged”. “Fitting that convicted felon Donald Trump spent his time at a religious conference threatening to round up Latinos, bragging about ripping away Americans’ freedoms, and promising to be even more extreme if he regains power,” said a spokesperson for the Biden campaign, Sarafina Chitika. She added, “Trump’s incoherent, unhinged tirade showed voters in his own words that he is a threat to our freedoms and is too dangerous to be let anywhere near the White House again.” Trump backs controversial law While speaking to the group of evangelicals Trump said they “cannot afford to sit on the sidelines” during the upcoming election. Also Read | Russia approves draft logistics agreement with India He also endorsed displaying the Ten Commandments days after the US state of Louisiana passed a controversial law requiring the list of religious precepts to be displayed in every public school classroom. The opponents of the law have said that they will challenge in court the new mandate, which raises questions about the constitutional separation of church and state. “Has anyone read the ‘Thou shalt not steal’? I mean, has anybody read this incredible stuff? It’s just incredible,” Trump said on Saturday. He added, “They don’t want it to go up. It’s a crazy world.’’ The former president’s remarks were met with cheers, as he sought the support of the religious right ahead of the election in November. (With inputs from agencies)

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United States President Joe Biden&nbsp;on Tuesday (Jun 18)&nbsp;announced a programme which would pave the way for hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses and&nbsp;stepchildren of American citizens to receive citizenship.&nbsp;

<h2>About the programme</h2>

The sweeping initiative could provide relief to as many as 500,000 spouses who have lived in the US for at least 10 years as of June 17. It would also allow around 50,000&nbsp;stepchildren under age 21 with a US citizen parent to gain citizenship,

The move will&nbsp;provide relief to hundreds of thousands of “mixed-status” families in the country.&nbsp;

“These eligible non-citizens who have lived here for 10 years or more have deep family and community ties in the United States,” a senior official from the Biden&nbsp;administration&nbsp;told reporters, as quoted by the Guardian.&nbsp;

“Many of these families include US citizen children, yet they live in fear and face deep uncertainty about their future,” the official added.&nbsp;

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The programme also&nbsp;allows spouses and children to apply for permanent residence without leaving the US, getting rid of a potentially lengthy process and family separation. It would also allow them to eventually apply for an American&nbsp;citizenship.&nbsp;

<h2>Biden criticises Trump</h2>

Speaking&nbsp;at a White House event marking the 12th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals programme, or DACA, Biden, unveiling the new plan,&nbsp;criticised his predecessor Donald Trump&nbsp;for separating migrant families at the US-Mexico border.&nbsp;

He also slammed the former president for his&nbsp;incendiary language about immigrants, including the time when he said they were&nbsp;"poisoning the blood of our country."

"It's hard to believe it's being said, but he's actually saying these things out loud. And it's outrageous," said the US president.&nbsp;

He added, "I'm not interested in playing politics with the border or immigration. I'm interested in fixing it."

DACA, launched in 2012 by former President Barack Obama and then-Vice President Biden, protects nearly 530,000 undocumented immigrants brought to the US as children from being deported.&nbsp;

<h2>Immigration policies and elections</h2>

With less than five months left for the presidential election, Biden and his rival, Trump have spoken about how they would handle immigration if they take over the White House. Immigration is arguably one of the most divisive issues in the US.&nbsp;

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Initially, Biden, a Democrat, said that he would reverse many restrictive immigration policies of the Trump era, but amid a record rise in the migrant arrests on the US-Mexico border, the incumbent president has toughened his approach in recent months.&nbsp;

Earlier this month, Biden signed an order barring most migrants crossing the border from requesting asylum, a policy similar to his Republican predecessor.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Trump has vowed a harsher immigration crackdown if he secures a second term in the White House, including the largest mass deportation campaign in US history.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday (Jun 18) announced a programme which would pave the way for hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses and stepchildren of American citizens to receive citizenship.

United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday (Jun 18) announced a programme which would pave the way for hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses and stepchildren of American citizens to receive citizenship. About the programme The sweeping initiative could provide relief to as many as 500,000 spouses who have lived in the US for at least 10 years as of June 17. It would also allow around 50,000 stepchildren under age 21 with a US citizen parent to gain citizenship, The move will provide relief to hundreds of thousands of “mixed-status” families in the country. “These eligible non-citizens who have lived here for 10 years or more have deep family and community ties in the United States,” a senior official from the Biden administration told reporters, as quoted by the Guardian. “Many of these families include US citizen children, yet they live in fear and face deep uncertainty about their future,” the official added. Also Read | Biden to limit asylum seekers with new order, halt requests at 2,500 crossings and resume when below 1,500 The programme also allows spouses and children to apply for permanent residence without leaving the US, getting rid of a potentially lengthy process and family separation. It would also allow them to eventually apply for an American citizenship. Biden criticises Trump Speaking at a White House event marking the 12th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals programme, or DACA, Biden, unveiling the new plan, criticised his predecessor Donald Trump for separating migrant families at the US-Mexico border. He also slammed the former president for his incendiary language about immigrants, including the time when he said they were "poisoning the blood of our country." "It's hard to believe it's being said, but he's actually saying these things out loud. And it's outrageous," said the US president. He added, "I'm not interested in playing politics with the border or immigration. I'm interested in fixing it." DACA, launched in 2012 by former President Barack Obama and then-Vice President Biden, protects nearly 530,000 undocumented immigrants brought to the US as children from being deported. Immigration policies and elections With less than five months left for the presidential election, Biden and his rival, Trump have spoken about how they would handle immigration if they take over the White House. Immigration is arguably one of the most divisive issues in the US. Also Read | 'We have no choice': Donald Trump promises largest deportation in American history Initially, Biden, a Democrat, said that he would reverse many restrictive immigration policies of the Trump era, but amid a record rise in the migrant arrests on the US-Mexico border, the incumbent president has toughened his approach in recent months. Earlier this month, Biden signed an order barring most migrants crossing the border from requesting asylum, a policy similar to his Republican predecessor. Meanwhile, Trump has vowed a harsher immigration crackdown if he secures a second term in the White House, including the largest mass deportation campaign in US history. (With inputs from agencies)

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The pastor of a megachurch in the US state of Texas said on Tuesday (Jun 18) that he had resigned after admitting to sexually abusing a child in the 1980s. This was after a woman had recently come forward publicly with her account and said that Robert Morris, a senior pastor, had sexually abused her on multiple occasions when she was 12 years old.&nbsp;

<h2>About Morris’ resignation</h2>

The Dallas-based Gateway church, in a statement, said that they had accepted Morris’ resignation and would conduct an independent review to make sure they “have a complete understanding of the events” from 1982 to 1987.

Morris, the church’s senior pastor and founder, was also one of former US President Donald Trump’s ex-spiritual advisers. The now-former pastor used to preach to more than 100,000 active attendees.&nbsp;

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this story disturbing. Discretion is advised.

<h2>What are the allegations against him?</h2>

In an interview, on Saturday (Jun 15), Cindy Clemishire,&nbsp;Morris' accuser&nbsp;told The Dallas Morning News that she had met him in 1981 when he was a travelling preacher and began preaching at her family’s church in the US state of Oklahoma.&nbsp;

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Clemishire, now 54, alleged that Morris was staying at her house with his wife and son, in 1982.&nbsp;During this time, he asked her to come to his room, told her to lay on his bed and then began touching her inappropriately.&nbsp;

She said that the abuse continued for around four and a half years. Clemishire told USA Today that she was 12 and Morris was 21 when he started molesting her and that she was no longer afraid.

Morris’ accuser told the Christian Post, a religious publication, that while she had forgiven the pastor for the sexual abuse, she believed that he should not have returned to ministry.&nbsp;

<h2>What did Morris say?</h2>

Morris, 62, on Saturday (Jun 15) told Christian Post that he was “involved in inappropriate sexual behaviour” with a girl he inaccurately referred to as “a young lady”.&nbsp;

“It was kissing and petting and not intercourse, but it was wrong,” the now-former pastor said, adding that the “behaviour happened on several occasions over the next few years.”

He also said that he had confessed his behaviour to the church back in 1987.&nbsp;

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However, the Gateway Church, in a statement said it “did not have all of the facts of the inappropriate relationship between Morris and the victim, including her age at the time and the length of the abuse.”&nbsp;

It added that they knew about his “extramarital relationship” which was discussed “many times” throughout his ministry but not that it was “abuse of a 12-year-old child.”

Notably, Morris was appointed to Trump’s evangelical advisory board for his 2016 presidential campaign and even participated in a roundtable discussion with the former president in 2020.&nbsp;

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The pastor of a megachurch in the US state of Texas said on Tuesday (Jun 18) that he had resigned after admitting to sexually abusing a child in the 1980s. This was after a woman had recently come forward publicly with her account and said that Robert Morris, a senior pastor, had sexually abused her on multiple occasions when she was 12 years old.

The pastor of a megachurch in the US state of Texas said on Tuesday (Jun 18) that he had resigned after admitting to sexually abusing a child in the 1980s. This was after a woman had recently come forward publicly with her account and said that Robert Morris, a senior pastor, had sexually abused her on multiple occasions when she was 12 years old. About Morris’ resignation The Dallas-based Gateway church, in a statement, said that they had accepted Morris’ resignation and would conduct an independent review to make sure they “have a complete understanding of the events” from 1982 to 1987. Morris, the church’s senior pastor and founder, was also one of former US President Donald Trump’s ex-spiritual advisers. The now-former pastor used to preach to more than 100,000 active attendees. Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this story disturbing. Discretion is advised. What are the allegations against him? In an interview, on Saturday (Jun 15), Cindy Clemishire, Morris' accuser told The Dallas Morning News that she had met him in 1981 when he was a travelling preacher and began preaching at her family’s church in the US state of Oklahoma. Also Read | New York’s top court refuses to hear Trump’s appeal of gag order in hush money case Clemishire, now 54, alleged that Morris was staying at her house with his wife and son, in 1982. During this time, he asked her to come to his room, told her to lay on his bed and then began touching her inappropriately. She said that the abuse continued for around four and a half years. Clemishire told USA Today that she was 12 and Morris was 21 when he started molesting her and that she was no longer afraid. Morris’ accuser told the Christian Post, a religious publication, that while she had forgiven the pastor for the sexual abuse, she believed that he should not have returned to ministry. What did Morris say? Morris, 62, on Saturday (Jun 15) told Christian Post that he was “involved in inappropriate sexual behaviour” with a girl he inaccurately referred to as “a young lady”. “It was kissing and petting and not intercourse, but it was wrong,” the now-former pastor said, adding that the “behaviour happened on several occasions over the next few years.” He also said that he had confessed his behaviour to the church back in 1987. Also Read | New Mexico wildfires: 1 dead, 1,400 structures damaged; emergency declared in Lincoln county However, the Gateway Church, in a statement said it “did not have all of the facts of the inappropriate relationship between Morris and the victim, including her age at the time and the length of the abuse.” It added that they knew about his “extramarital relationship” which was discussed “many times” throughout his ministry but not that it was “abuse of a 12-year-old child.” Notably, Morris was appointed to Trump’s evangelical advisory board for his 2016 presidential campaign and even participated in a roundtable discussion with the former president in 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

Pastor of Texas megachurch and ex-Trump adviser resigns after admitting he sexually abused 12-year-old girl

In the latest legal setback for Donald Trump, New York’s highest court on Tuesday (Jun 18) declined to hear the former US president’s appeal on the gag order in his hush-money case.&nbsp;

<h2>No ‘substantial’ constitutional issues</h2>

The New York Court of Appeals found that the gag order imposed against Trump does not raise “substantial” constitutional issues which warrant an immediate intervention, reported the Associated Press.&nbsp;

This comes after the former president’s lawyers filed a notice of appeal with the state’s high court over a month ago amid the ongoing trial to determine if Trump falsified business records to hide a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels.&nbsp;

The jury found the former US president guilty on each of the 34 charges against him.&nbsp;

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In the notice of appeal filed on May 15, Trump’s attorneys argued that the gag order restricted his “core political speech on matters of central importance at the height of his Presidential campaign.”

They also said that the case presents “substantial constitutional questions of the highest importance.”

However, New York’s highest court disagreed.&nbsp;

The court said it would not automatically hear the case and wrote that “no substantial constitutional question is directly involved,” in its decision.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office, in their filing, urged the court to dismiss the appeal and said that Trump has a “well-documented history of leveling threatening, inflammatory, and denigrating remarks against trial participants.”

<h2>About Trump’s gag order&nbsp;</h2>

Judge Juan Merchan,&nbsp;who oversaw the trial, had imposed a gag order on Trump weeks before the court proceedings had begun upon the prosecutors’ request to block him from speaking about the witnesses.&nbsp;

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This was after the prosecutors raised concerns about the presumptive Republican presidential nominee’s tendency to attack people involved in his cases.&nbsp;

During the trial, Merchan held the former president in contempt of court and fined him $10,000 for violating the gag order. He also threatened&nbsp;to put Trump in jail if he did it again.

The order remains in effect weeks after the conclusion of the trial and might stay in place&nbsp;till July 11, when the former president&nbsp;is scheduled to be sentenced.&nbsp;

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In the latest legal setback for Donald Trump, New York’s highest court on Tuesday (Jun 18) declined to hear the former US president’s appeal on the gag order in his hush-money case.

In the latest legal setback for Donald Trump, New York’s highest court on Tuesday (Jun 18) declined to hear the former US president’s appeal on the gag order in his hush-money case. No ‘substantial’ constitutional issues The New York Court of Appeals found that the gag order imposed against Trump does not raise “substantial” constitutional issues which warrant an immediate intervention, reported the Associated Press. This comes after the former president’s lawyers filed a notice of appeal with the state’s high court over a month ago amid the ongoing trial to determine if Trump falsified business records to hide a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels. The jury found the former US president guilty on each of the 34 charges against him. Also Read | Judge fines Trump $1,000 for 10th gag order breach, warns of jail time In the notice of appeal filed on May 15, Trump’s attorneys argued that the gag order restricted his “core political speech on matters of central importance at the height of his Presidential campaign.” They also said that the case presents “substantial constitutional questions of the highest importance.” However, New York’s highest court disagreed. The court said it would not automatically hear the case and wrote that “no substantial constitutional question is directly involved,” in its decision. Meanwhile, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office, in their filing, urged the court to dismiss the appeal and said that Trump has a “well-documented history of leveling threatening, inflammatory, and denigrating remarks against trial participants.” About Trump’s gag order Judge Juan Merchan, who oversaw the trial, had imposed a gag order on Trump weeks before the court proceedings had begun upon the prosecutors’ request to block him from speaking about the witnesses. Also Read | 'Convicted felon' Trump seeks freedom to speak, urges judge to lift gag order amid Biden attacks This was after the prosecutors raised concerns about the presumptive Republican presidential nominee’s tendency to attack people involved in his cases. During the trial, Merchan held the former president in contempt of court and fined him $10,000 for violating the gag order. He also threatened to put Trump in jail if he did it again. The order remains in effect weeks after the conclusion of the trial and might stay in place till July 11, when the former president is scheduled to be sentenced. (With inputs from agencies)

New York’s top court refuses to hear Trump’s appeal of gag order in hush money case

A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline.&nbsp;

<h2>Deceptive videos</h2>

In a statement on Monday, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre referred to these videos as "cheapfake" and emphasised that they were deceptively edited to mislead viewers.

"It tells you everything that we need to know about how desperate Republicans are here," said Jean-Pierre.

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Recent clips shared by multiple media outlets&nbsp;and Republican social media accounts include one from the G7 summit in Italy, where Biden appears disoriented. Jean-Pierre clarified that the footage was edited to omit Biden's interaction with parachutists, which involved giving them a thumbs up. This claim was also debunked by NBC, who provided alternative footage showing Biden engaging with the skydivers.

"This was widely fact-checked… including by conservative media," said the press secretary, adding, "if you run that tape a little bit longer than you'd see … what was happening."

Another clip showed Biden standing still while other world leaders danced during a White House concert. Jean-Pierre defended Biden, stating that standing and listening to music should not be interpreted as a health issue.

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Additionally, a recent video from a California fundraiser shows&nbsp;Biden seemingly&nbsp;lost on stage until directed by former president Barack Obama. White House spokesperson Andrew Bates explained on X that Biden was merely appreciating the audience's applause.

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<h2>Age shaming?</h2>

Republican Donald Trump, who is just three&nbsp;years younger than Joe Biden at 78, has been using the President's age to attack him and raise questions about his mental agility.&nbsp;

The&nbsp;party has been using the octogenarian's advanced age to raise questions on Biden's mental state, fitness for another term in the White House, and his fitness to lead the Western power.

Whoever wins the upcoming November 2024 elections stands to become the oldest president inaugurated — 78 years or 81 years. Biden currently holds the record as the oldest man to serve the US office.

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A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline.

A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline. Deceptive videos In a statement on Monday, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre referred to these videos as "cheapfake" and emphasised that they were deceptively edited to mislead viewers. "It tells you everything that we need to know about how desperate Republicans are here," said Jean-Pierre. Also read | Viral video: Biden allegedly freezes on stage, Obama steps in. What happened? Recent clips shared by multiple media outlets and Republican social media accounts include one from the G7 summit in Italy, where Biden appears disoriented. Jean-Pierre clarified that the footage was edited to omit Biden's interaction with parachutists, which involved giving them a thumbs up. This claim was also debunked by NBC, who provided alternative footage showing Biden engaging with the skydivers. "This was widely fact-checked… including by conservative media," said the press secretary, adding, "if you run that tape a little bit longer than you'd see … what was happening." Another clip showed Biden standing still while other world leaders danced during a White House concert. Jean-Pierre defended Biden, stating that standing and listening to music should not be interpreted as a health issue. Also read | Star-studded fundraiser for Biden's re-election campaign sets record with $30 million raised Additionally, a recent video from a California fundraiser shows Biden seemingly lost on stage until directed by former president Barack Obama. White House spokesperson Andrew Bates explained on X that Biden was merely appreciating the audience's applause. By pretending the President taking in an applauding crowd for a few seconds is somehow wrong, all they’re really admitting is - once again - is they can’t take on the leadership that’s fueling the strongest economic growth in the world & bringing violent crime to a 50 year low. — Andrew Bates (@AndrewJBates46) June 16, 2024 × Age shaming? Republican Donald Trump, who is just three years younger than Joe Biden at 78, has been using the President's age to attack him and raise questions about his mental agility. The party has been using the octogenarian's advanced age to raise questions on Biden's mental state, fitness for another term in the White House, and his fitness to lead the Western power. Whoever wins the upcoming November 2024 elections stands to become the oldest president inaugurated — 78 years or 81 years. Biden currently holds the record as the oldest man to serve the US office. (With inputs from agencies)

White House slams Republicans over deceptive 'cheapfake' videos of Biden's alleged mental decline

The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict.

Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support.

In other news, the Czech&nbsp;police released a video showing Indian national Nikhil Gupta who has been extradited to the US over a murder-for-hire case targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

Finally, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos depicting President Biden in a state of mental and physical decline.&nbsp;

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The Czech Republic Police on Monday (June 17) released the&nbsp;visuals of Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national who has been extradited to the United States on suspicion of a murder-for-hire plot targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US.

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A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline.&nbsp;

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The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support.

The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support. In other news, the Czech police released a video showing Indian national Nikhil Gupta who has been extradited to the US over a murder-for-hire case targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Finally, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos depicting President Biden in a state of mental and physical decline. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza war: US sets finger to trigger one of the biggest arms sales to Israel The United States is reportedly at the brink of approving an arms sale to Israel, which if ultimately approved, would be the largest-ever arms sales to Israel since the beginning of war in Gaza after October 7 last year. Putin dependent on 'authoritarian' leaders for weapons: NATO chief NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Monday (June 17) said that Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit this week to North Korea, which has supplied shells to Moscow despite being under UN sanctions, points out that Russia is "dependent" on authoritarian leaders for weapons supply. Pannun murder-for-hire case: First visuals of extradited Indian national Nikhil Gupta released by Czech police The Czech Republic Police on Monday (June 17) released the visuals of Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national who has been extradited to the United States on suspicion of a murder-for-hire plot targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US. White House slams Republicans over deceptive 'cheapfake' videos of Biden's alleged mental decline A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline. Watch | China terms G7 joint statement full of lies

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Former US President Donald Trump, during a recent stopover in Michigan where he addressed a gathering of conservative activists at the Turning Point Action convention, pledged to launch the largest deportation operation in US history if he is elected to power in the coming presidential elections.

Criticising President Joe Biden's administration over immigration issues, Trump said, "The choice for every voter in November is clear:&nbsp;You can have a President who lets thousands of radical Islamic terrorists into our country or you can decide to have a President who throws radical Islamic terrorists the hell out of our country."

"We have no choice," Trump said.&nbsp;He said that, if re-elected, his administration would begin this operation on his first day in office, describing the current situation as "not sustainable."

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In Detroit city, Trump also spoke to both a predominantly Black congregation at 180 Church. Trump argued that illegal immigrants are taking jobs and resources from American citizens, particularly affecting Black and Hispanic communities.

“They’re inflicting tremendous harm to our Black population and to our Hispanic population,” Trump stated and described members of violent immigrant gangs as “animals.”

Trump's campaign stops underscored his strategy to appeal to diverse voter bases in Michigan, a crucial battleground state.

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Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II criticised Trump’s appearance and called him “dangerous" for Michigan, America and Black people.

Trump also reiterated claims of election fraud, warning about potential issues in the upcoming election. “We need to watch the vote. We need to guard the vote,” he asserted.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump takes aim at Zelensky&nbsp;</h2>

Trump also took aim at US financial support for Ukraine, specifically questioning President Volodymyr Zelensky's requests for aid. “I think Zelensky (Ukraine’s President) is, maybe, the greatest salesman of any politician that ever lived. Everytime he comes to our country, he walks away with $60billion and I like him, the impeachment hoax number one, he said No, the President (Trump) didn’t threaten me at all, he could have been a grandstander and said i was threatened right?" Trump said.&nbsp;

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“Now he is the beauty, he just left four days ago, with $60b and he gets home and he announces that he needs another $60b and it never ends. I will have that settled prior I get into the White House even as President-elect, I will have that settled,” he added.

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Former US President Donald Trump, during a recent stopover in Michigan where he addressed a gathering of conservative activists at the Turning Point Action convention, pledged to launch the largest deportation operation in US history if he is elected to power in the coming presidential elections.

Former US President Donald Trump, during a recent stopover in Michigan where he addressed a gathering of conservative activists at the Turning Point Action convention, pledged to launch the largest deportation operation in US history if he is elected to power in the coming presidential elections. Criticising President Joe Biden's administration over immigration issues, Trump said, "The choice for every voter in November is clear: You can have a President who lets thousands of radical Islamic terrorists into our country or you can decide to have a President who throws radical Islamic terrorists the hell out of our country." "We have no choice," Trump said. He said that, if re-elected, his administration would begin this operation on his first day in office, describing the current situation as "not sustainable." Also Read | Philippines envoy Ignacio: Defence ties with India flourishing amid growing partnership In Detroit city, Trump also spoke to both a predominantly Black congregation at 180 Church. Trump argued that illegal immigrants are taking jobs and resources from American citizens, particularly affecting Black and Hispanic communities. “They’re inflicting tremendous harm to our Black population and to our Hispanic population,” Trump stated and described members of violent immigrant gangs as “animals.” Trump's campaign stops underscored his strategy to appeal to diverse voter bases in Michigan, a crucial battleground state. Also Read | Earthquake of magnitude 6.3 strikes off southern Peru Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II criticised Trump’s appearance and called him “dangerous" for Michigan, America and Black people. Trump also reiterated claims of election fraud, warning about potential issues in the upcoming election. “We need to watch the vote. We need to guard the vote,” he asserted. Trump takes aim at Zelensky Trump also took aim at US financial support for Ukraine, specifically questioning President Volodymyr Zelensky's requests for aid. “I think Zelensky (Ukraine’s President) is, maybe, the greatest salesman of any politician that ever lived. Everytime he comes to our country, he walks away with $60billion and I like him, the impeachment hoax number one, he said No, the President (Trump) didn’t threaten me at all, he could have been a grandstander and said i was threatened right?" Trump said. Watch | NASA's Chandra telescope reveals stunning details of Milky Way's superstar cluster × “Now he is the beauty, he just left four days ago, with $60b and he gets home and he announces that he needs another $60b and it never ends. I will have that settled prior I get into the White House even as President-elect, I will have that settled,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US Supreme Court has struck down a ban on bump stocks, the rapid-fire gun accessory used in the deadliest mass shooting in America.

The ban was enacted&nbsp;after bump stocks were used during a mass shooting in 2017 when a gunman in Las Vegas&nbsp;had opened fire on a country music festival killing a total of 60 people and leaving around 400 others wounded.

<h2>About the SCOTUS ruling</h2>

The apex court, by a six-three majority on Friday (June 14),&nbsp;found the federal ban on bump stock devices, which enable semiautomatic weapons to fire rapidly like machine guns, was unlawful.&nbsp;

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The ruling authored by conservative Justice Clarence Thomas said the SCOTUS is upholding a lower court’s decision which sided with Michael Cargill, a Texas gun shop owner who challenged the Trump-era ban.&nbsp;

Cargill said that the US agency improperly interpreted a federal law banning machine guns as extending to bump stocks. The decision was supported by the highest court’s conservative majority, with liberal justices dissenting.

The SCOTUS found that the Trump administration overstepped when it declared bump stocks transformed semiautomatic rifles into illegal machine guns because each trigger depression in rapid succession still only releases one shot, Thomas wrote.

Liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who opposed the verdict said, “Today, the Court puts bump stocks back in civilian hands,” adding that the decision “will have deadly consequences.”&nbsp;

During the hearing, justices on the conservative-led court appeared sceptical of the ban due to minor technical differences between bump-stock gun fires and machine guns.&nbsp;

The arguments in the case were focused&nbsp;on whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) overstepped its authority.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The Las Vegas mass shooting was carried out by a high-stakes gambler who fired more than 1,000 rounds into the crowd in 11 minutes, sending thousands of people fleeing in terror. The gunman later killed himself, leaving his motive a mystery.&nbsp;

<h2>SC ruling criticised</h2>

The ban was considered exceptional considering it was enacted by a Republican president who has been supported by the National Rifle Association (NRA).

The incumbent ATF Director Steve Dettelbach said that bump stocks “pose an unacceptable level of risk to public safety.”&nbsp;

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, a Republican who has refused to sign several gun control measures passed by the state’s Democrat-controlled legislature, said while he supports Second Amendment rights he is “disappointed” by the court decision.&nbsp;

Victims of the 2017 mass shooting also expressed their shock and disappointment over the the ruling.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The US Supreme Court has struck down a ban on bump stocks, the rapid-fire gun accessory used in the deadliest mass shooting in America. The ban was enacted after bump stocks were used during a mass shooting in 2017 when a gunman in Las Vegas had opened fire on a country music festival killing a total of 60 people and leaving around 400 others wounded.

The US Supreme Court has struck down a ban on bump stocks, the rapid-fire gun accessory used in the deadliest mass shooting in America. The ban was enacted after bump stocks were used during a mass shooting in 2017 when a gunman in Las Vegas had opened fire on a country music festival killing a total of 60 people and leaving around 400 others wounded. About the SCOTUS ruling The apex court, by a six-three majority on Friday (June 14), found the federal ban on bump stock devices, which enable semiautomatic weapons to fire rapidly like machine guns, was unlawful. The ruling authored by conservative Justice Clarence Thomas said the SCOTUS is upholding a lower court’s decision which sided with Michael Cargill, a Texas gun shop owner who challenged the Trump-era ban. Cargill said that the US agency improperly interpreted a federal law banning machine guns as extending to bump stocks. The decision was supported by the highest court’s conservative majority, with liberal justices dissenting. The SCOTUS found that the Trump administration overstepped when it declared bump stocks transformed semiautomatic rifles into illegal machine guns because each trigger depression in rapid succession still only releases one shot, Thomas wrote. Liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who opposed the verdict said, “Today, the Court puts bump stocks back in civilian hands,” adding that the decision “will have deadly consequences.” During the hearing, justices on the conservative-led court appeared sceptical of the ban due to minor technical differences between bump-stock gun fires and machine guns. The arguments in the case were focused on whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) overstepped its authority. Also Read | House approves defence policy bill with divisive provision on abortion, transgender troops The Las Vegas mass shooting was carried out by a high-stakes gambler who fired more than 1,000 rounds into the crowd in 11 minutes, sending thousands of people fleeing in terror. The gunman later killed himself, leaving his motive a mystery. SC ruling criticised The ban was considered exceptional considering it was enacted by a Republican president who has been supported by the National Rifle Association (NRA). The incumbent ATF Director Steve Dettelbach said that bump stocks “pose an unacceptable level of risk to public safety.” Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, a Republican who has refused to sign several gun control measures passed by the state’s Democrat-controlled legislature, said while he supports Second Amendment rights he is “disappointed” by the court decision. Victims of the 2017 mass shooting also expressed their shock and disappointment over the the ruling. (With inputs from agencies)

US Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on gun bump stocks

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US President Joe Biden has expressed doubt about the Gaza ceasefire and has blamed Palestinian militant group Hamas for delays, insisting they consider Israel's proposal.

Indian PM Narendra Modi has arrived in Italy for the G7 Summit, where he will hold bilateral meetings with various heads of state.

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The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has overwhelmingly supported US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

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Former United States president and presumptive Republican nominee&nbsp;Donald Trump, while addressing a Las Vegas campaign rally amid sweltering heat on Sunday (June 9), said to the crowd that he will end taxation of income from tips.

This vow of ending taxation seemed to be a direct appeal to the service workers in the state of Nevada which apparently, seems to already be leaning in favour of the Republican leader.&nbsp;

With this announcement, Trump added another point to his vague tax plan which has so far included tax relief to small businesses and middle-income workers. As per the current law, the tipped employees needed to report those tips as income.

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“So this is the first time I’ve said this, and for those hotel workers and people that get tips, you’re going to be very happy because when I get to office, we are going to not charge taxes on tips people [are] making,” said the former president, while addressing thousands of those who had gathered in&nbsp;Nevada.

Trump added that he would “do that right away, first thing in office”, and emphasised in prepared remarks that he will seek legislation in Congress for making the change.

“You do a great job of service, you take care of people and I think it’s going to be something that really is deserved," he added.

<h2>Trump&nbsp;appears irritated at teleprompters not working, says 'sweating like a dog'&nbsp;</h2>

During the rally, Trump appeared irritated as he complained that the teleprompters were not working.

In the campaign rally, extra medics were hired, fans and water bottles were loaded and supporters were allowed to carry umbrellas during the outdoor rally as temperatures soared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8 degrees Celsius).&nbsp;

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“I don’t want anybody going on me. We need every voter. I don’t care about you. I just want your vote,” Trump said, and later added that he was joking. &nbsp;

“They never mentioned me. I’m up here sweating like a dog. This is hard work," the former president said.

Trump came back to&nbsp;Nevada, which is one of the top battleground states in the November election, days after he was found guilty&nbsp;in a hush-money scandal.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Former United States president and presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump, while addressing a Las Vegas campaign rally amid sweltering heat on Sunday (June 9), said to the crowd that he will end taxation of income from tips.

Former United States president and presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump, while addressing a Las Vegas campaign rally amid sweltering heat on Sunday (June 9), said to the crowd that he will end taxation of income from tips. This vow of ending taxation seemed to be a direct appeal to the service workers in the state of Nevada which apparently, seems to already be leaning in favour of the Republican leader. With this announcement, Trump added another point to his vague tax plan which has so far included tax relief to small businesses and middle-income workers. As per the current law, the tipped employees needed to report those tips as income. Also Read: Trump begins digging deeper to choose his possible 2024 running mate. Who are in fray? “So this is the first time I’ve said this, and for those hotel workers and people that get tips, you’re going to be very happy because when I get to office, we are going to not charge taxes on tips people [are] making,” said the former president, while addressing thousands of those who had gathered in Nevada. Trump added that he would “do that right away, first thing in office”, and emphasised in prepared remarks that he will seek legislation in Congress for making the change. “You do a great job of service, you take care of people and I think it’s going to be something that really is deserved," he added. Trump appears irritated at teleprompters not working, says 'sweating like a dog' During the rally, Trump appeared irritated as he complained that the teleprompters were not working. In the campaign rally, extra medics were hired, fans and water bottles were loaded and supporters were allowed to carry umbrellas during the outdoor rally as temperatures soared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8 degrees Celsius). Watch: US Elections: Presidential candidate Donald Trump back on campaign trail “I don’t want anybody going on me. We need every voter. I don’t care about you. I just want your vote,” Trump said, and later added that he was joking. “They never mentioned me. I’m up here sweating like a dog. This is hard work," the former president said. Trump came back to Nevada, which is one of the top battleground states in the November election, days after he was found guilty in a hush-money scandal. (With inputs from agencies)

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