Amidst the rising tensions with Iran and also its proxies, the Pentagon has said that the United States is increasing the number of aircraft carriers that it deploys in West Asia from one to two. Keeping the one that is already there and sending another one from the Indo-Pacific. The Pentagon spokesperson Shan Parnell said the Carl Vinson will now join Harry S. Truman to continue what the Americans claim is promoting regional stability, deterring aggression, and also protecting the free flow of commerce in the region.

US-Iran tensions: US deploys warplanes, ships to West Asia in warning to Iran

US President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed that the Trump administration has engaged in a "spiritual battle", adding that there were "evil forces".&nbsp;
Pointing to the assassination attempt at Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, Leavitt suggested that he was "saved by the grace of God" to become the president.&nbsp;
"I think there were certainly evil forces, and I think that the president was saved by the grace of God on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania, and he&rsquo;s in this moment for a reason,&rdquo; she told the Christian Broadcasting Network.&nbsp;
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The assassination attempt killed crowd member Corey Comperatore and wounded two others.&nbsp;
Trump, after facing the near-death experience, said that it made him "more of a believer".&nbsp;
&ldquo;It changed something in me,&rdquo; he said at a national prayer breakfast on Feb. 6. &ldquo;I feel even stronger. I believed in God but I feel much more strongly about it.&rdquo;
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He also said that God has a "glorious mission" for America and that the country needs to "make religion a much more important factor now."
Emphasising and probably connecting 'religion' &nbsp;with politics, Trump said that the country needs to "make religion a much more important factor now."
However, some Democrats have raised concerns over Trump's newfound spirituality. Trump was never vocal about Christianity before, however, this recent incident made him speak about it as he said that he is committed to "eradicate anti-Christian bias" through a task force led by Attorney General Pam Bondi.
The new group will &ldquo;move heaven and earth to defend the rights of Christians and religious believers nationwide,&rdquo; Trump said.
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Moreover, the task force aims to "identify any unlawful anti-Christian&rdquo; actions that took place under Biden&rsquo;s administration.&nbsp;
Notably, Trump also created a special White House Faith Office led by pastor Paula White-Cain, an American televangelist.
However, the critics said that the task force only empowers an already majority group and blurs the lines between church and state.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Pointing to the assassination attempt at Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, Leavitt suggested that he was "saved by the grace of God" to become the president.

US President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed that the Trump administration has engaged in a "spiritual battle", adding that there were "evil forces". Pointing to the assassination attempt at Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, Leavitt suggested that he was "saved by the grace of God" to become the president. "I think there were certainly evil forces, and I think that the president was saved by the grace of God on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania, and he’s in this moment for a reason,” she told the Christian Broadcasting Network. Also read: Putin prayed for Trump after assassination attempt, says top US envoy Steve Witkoff The assassination attempt killed crowd member Corey Comperatore and wounded two others. Trump, after facing the near-death experience, said that it made him "more of a believer". “It changed something in me,” he said at a national prayer breakfast on Feb. 6. “I feel even stronger. I believed in God but I feel much more strongly about it.” Also read: Firefighter killed in Trump assassination bid given special mention in Congress address | WATCH He also said that God has a "glorious mission" for America and that the country needs to "make religion a much more important factor now." Emphasising and probably connecting 'religion' with politics, Trump said that the country needs to "make religion a much more important factor now." However, some Democrats have raised concerns over Trump's newfound spirituality. Trump was never vocal about Christianity before, however, this recent incident made him speak about it as he said that he is committed to "eradicate anti-Christian bias" through a task force led by Attorney General Pam Bondi. The new group will “move heaven and earth to defend the rights of Christians and religious believers nationwide,” Trump said. Also read: ‘Deep flaws’ in US Secret Service exposed after Trump assassination attempt: Report Moreover, the task force aims to "identify any unlawful anti-Christian” actions that took place under Biden’s administration. Notably, Trump also created a special White House Faith Office led by pastor Paula White-Cain, an American televangelist. However, the critics said that the task force only empowers an already majority group and blurs the lines between church and state. Also read: Sean Curran, agent who foiled Trump assassination bid, named Secret Service chief (With inputs from agencies)

Is Trump surrounded by 'evil forces'? White House secretary claims US administration engaged in 'spiritual battle'

US-Iran tensions: Pentagon says US adding second aircraft carrier in West Asia

Former US President Barack Obama's aides have reacted to Donald Trump's plan to get a third term in office, saying that "Obama should run" and "mop the floor with this piece of "s**t".&nbsp;
Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor are the three hosts of the political podcast Pod Save America.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Obama should run,&rdquo; Vietor suggested on Tuesday. &ldquo;We should mop the floor with this piece of s--t. Run it back, sir.&rdquo;
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The three hosts quipped that if Trump commits to breaking constitutional law, they at least want someone qualified to take over.&nbsp;
Days ago, Trump suggested he might consider pursuing a third term in office, despite the US Constitution barring it under the 22nd Amendment.
He told reporters that he's "not joking" about a third term and adding there were "methods" to circumvent the constitution's two-term limit.&nbsp;
He has also claimed that many people are asking him to run again and a third round would be "important" because "the 2020 election was totally rigged."
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Moreover, Trump also expressed his idea of a hypothetical presidential showdown with former President Barack Obama, if he were to contest for a third time in office.&nbsp;
But while Trump says we have a long way to go before officially campaigning, Favreau said that he&rsquo;s &ldquo;already acting like a dictator.&rdquo;
Lovett agreed that Trump is abusing his presidential power.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Behaving like a dictator'</h2>
"We don&rsquo;t really need to worry yet about the possibility that Trump is gonna behave like a dictator three years from now because he is behaving like a dictator right now,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;We probably should focus on that.&rdquo;
"We&rsquo;re so used to this now," added Lovett, saying that Trump&rsquo;s assertions were &ldquo;disqualifying,&rdquo; &ldquo;despicable,&rdquo; and even an &ldquo;impeachable offense.&rdquo;
&ldquo;The clear intent of the 22nd Amendment is that, that he should not be able to seek a third term. The language leaves no loophole for him to seek the office in some ridiculous roundabout way,&rdquo; he added.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Days ago, Trump suggested he might consider pursuing a third term in office, despite the US Constitution barring it under the 22nd Amendment.

Former US President Barack Obama's aides have reacted to Donald Trump's plan to get a third term in office, saying that "Obama should run" and "mop the floor with this piece of "s**t". Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor are the three hosts of the political podcast Pod Save America. “Obama should run,” Vietor suggested on Tuesday. “We should mop the floor with this piece of s--t. Run it back, sir.” Also read: ‘Not joking’ about third term: Trump says there are ‘methods’ to stay in power beyond 2028 The three hosts quipped that if Trump commits to breaking constitutional law, they at least want someone qualified to take over. Days ago, Trump suggested he might consider pursuing a third term in office, despite the US Constitution barring it under the 22nd Amendment. He told reporters that he's "not joking" about a third term and adding there were "methods" to circumvent the constitution's two-term limit. He has also claimed that many people are asking him to run again and a third round would be "important" because "the 2020 election was totally rigged." Also read: Who's the Democrat Trump wants to face in third-term showdown? SPOILER: It's not Biden Moreover, Trump also expressed his idea of a hypothetical presidential showdown with former President Barack Obama, if he were to contest for a third time in office. But while Trump says we have a long way to go before officially campaigning, Favreau said that he’s “already acting like a dictator.” Lovett agreed that Trump is abusing his presidential power. Also read: Who is Howard Lutnick? Trump's 'tariff man' facing heat as reciprocal tariff threat looms 'Behaving like a dictator' "We don’t really need to worry yet about the possibility that Trump is gonna behave like a dictator three years from now because he is behaving like a dictator right now,” he said. “We probably should focus on that.” "We’re so used to this now," added Lovett, saying that Trump’s assertions were “disqualifying,” “despicable,” and even an “impeachable offense.” “The clear intent of the 22nd Amendment is that, that he should not be able to seek a third term. The language leaves no loophole for him to seek the office in some ridiculous roundabout way,” he added. Also read: 'Got to figure something else,' Trump flirts with idea of third term in White House (With inputs from agencies)

'Mop the floor with this piece of s**t': Obama aides say former president should run against Trump for next term

India is under increasing pressure to ease trade restrictions on its politically delicate agricultural sector after the Trump administration slammed the country's high tariffs on American farm goods. The U.S. administration's warning came a day before Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs on the so-called 'Liberation Day'.

Trump team highlights India's high tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to unveil sweeping new Liberation Day tariffs today but has kept the world guessing until the last minute about the scope of the move that could spark a global trade war.

Trump set to unleash ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs - all you need to know

Days after Donald Trump warned the Houthis of real pain, the United States launched multiple airstrikes on rebel-controlled areas in Yemen. Houthis claimed that these airstrikes killed three and wounded two people in Yemen's western city of Hodeidah.

Trump says strikes will continue until Houthis are no longer a threat

US president Trump poised to unveil sweeping new tariffs today

US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday (April 1) defended the deportation of &lsquo;innocent&rsquo; Maryland father to El Salvador prison.&nbsp;
The US government accidentally deported a man to Trump's "favourite" El Salvador prison due to an "administrative error", according to legal papers filed on Monday.&nbsp;
Kilmer Abrego-Garcia had a protected status, but Vance defended his deportation, with the Trump administration saying that they can't do anything to get him back.&nbsp;
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Vance took to X, saying that the move was justified and that the man was a member of MS-13.&nbsp;
"My comment is that according to the court document you apparently didn&rsquo;t read he was a convicted MS-13 gang member with no legal right to be here," Vance said.&nbsp;
"My further comment is that it&rsquo;s gross to get fired up about gang members getting deported while ignoring citizens they victimize," he added in his post.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
My comment is that according to the court document you apparently didn&rsquo;t read he was a convicted MS-13 gang member with no legal right to be here. My further comment is that it&rsquo;s gross to get fired up about gang members getting deported while ignoring citizens they victimize. <a href="https://t.co/cPnloeyXYk">https://t.co/cPnloeyXYk</a>
&mdash; JD Vance (@JDVance) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance/status/1906934067607556440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
The US vice president was also criticised for the deportation, with one netizen calling him "disgusting" and a "shameless LIAR".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Trump&rsquo;s administration (minus Vance,) ADMITTED they mistakenly deported a Maryland father, an immigrant with protected legal status, to El Salvador. Now, they claim U.S. courts lack jurisdiction to return him home. 😡 This is DISGUSTING. This is NOT America,&rdquo; the netizen posted.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Why did the administration itself admit the deportation was an error if now the new line is to defend it (with an error itself, the guy was not convicted of a crime),&rdquo; a second user commented.
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The US government admitted that "on March 15, although ICE was aware of his protection from removal to El Salvador, Abrego Garcia was removed to El Salvador because of an administrative error."
Garcia lives in Maryland with his wife and five-year-old child, who is autistic and intellectually disabled.&nbsp;
Last week, Garcia, his wife Jennifer Vasquez Sura, and their legal team filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Maryland and called for Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to ensure his return to the US.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Abrego-Garcia had a protected status, but Vance defended his deportation, with the Trump administration saying that they can't do anything to get him back.

US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday (April 1) defended the deportation of ‘innocent’ Maryland father to El Salvador prison. The US government accidentally deported a man to Trump's "favourite" El Salvador prison due to an "administrative error", according to legal papers filed on Monday. Kilmer Abrego-Garcia had a protected status, but Vance defended his deportation, with the Trump administration saying that they can't do anything to get him back. Also read: US sends more prisoners to El Salvador despite court dispute Vance took to X, saying that the move was justified and that the man was a member of MS-13. "My comment is that according to the court document you apparently didn’t read he was a convicted MS-13 gang member with no legal right to be here," Vance said. "My further comment is that it’s gross to get fired up about gang members getting deported while ignoring citizens they victimize," he added in his post. Also read: 'If you commit crimes against America...': DHS Secretary Kristi Noem warns as she visits Trump's fav El Salvador prison My comment is that according to the court document you apparently didn’t read he was a convicted MS-13 gang member with no legal right to be here. My further comment is that it’s gross to get fired up about gang members getting deported while ignoring citizens they victimize. https://t.co/cPnloeyXYk — JD Vance (@JDVance) April 1, 2025 The US vice president was also criticised for the deportation, with one netizen calling him "disgusting" and a "shameless LIAR". “Trump’s administration (minus Vance,) ADMITTED they mistakenly deported a Maryland father, an immigrant with protected legal status, to El Salvador. Now, they claim U.S. courts lack jurisdiction to return him home. 😡 This is DISGUSTING. This is NOT America,” the netizen posted. “Why did the administration itself admit the deportation was an error if now the new line is to defend it (with an error itself, the guy was not convicted of a crime),” a second user commented. Also read: ‘Could get jailed in El Salvador prisons’: Trump threatens ‘terrorists’ harming Musk, Tesla with 20-year jail The US government admitted that "on March 15, although ICE was aware of his protection from removal to El Salvador, Abrego Garcia was removed to El Salvador because of an administrative error." Garcia lives in Maryland with his wife and five-year-old child, who is autistic and intellectually disabled. Last week, Garcia, his wife Jennifer Vasquez Sura, and their legal team filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Maryland and called for Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to ensure his return to the US. Also read: ‘Heads shaved, stripped down...’: How horribly inmates are treated in El Salvador’s mega prison (With inputs from agencies)

'Convicted MS-13 gang member': JD Vance defends deportation of Maryland father to Trump's fav El Salvador prison

US President Donald Trump is set to impose reciprocal tariffs on America's Liberation Day, Wednesday (April 2), by slapping 25% on imported passenger vehicles and light trucks.&nbsp;
Moreover, it will also impose tariffs on key auto parts including engines, transmissions and powertrain components.&nbsp;
These tariffs on vehicles will take effect on April 3, however, the tariffs on parts will take effect on May 3, according to the proclamation signed by the president.
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<h2>Here's what you need to know if planning to buy a car</h2>
These new taxes imposed by the Trump administration will raise the average cost of a car imported from a different country by thousands of dollars, the Associated Press reported.&nbsp;
Moreover, not just buying, but also owning a car will also become more expensive due to the tariffs imposed on car parts, which could eventually hike the cost of auto repair bills.&nbsp;
Leading to this, the insurance costs will also surge.&nbsp;
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The car repair market is majorly dependent on imports, especially from the US's biggest trading partners.&nbsp;
&ldquo;If you are bringing your car to get repaired, chances are, it&rsquo;s going to have a part that comes from another country,&rdquo; said Jessica Caldwell, head of insights at auto-buying resource Edmunds, according to AP.
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<h2>People rushing to buy cars&nbsp;</h2>
Ahead of the tariffs, experts are advising shoppers to rush to buy new vehicles, in order to avoid paying thousands of dollars more under the new tariffs.&nbsp;
Joe McCabe, president and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions, said, "Vehicles on lots and the inventory that exists today has not been impacted by tariffs, so it's a good time to buy a car."
"It has to fit within the financial boundaries of the consumer, but this would be the preferred time to do it."
Vermont-based artist Val Hird rushed to buy a car before April 2 and shared with news outlet CBS MoneyWatch, that she wanted a Toyota RAV4 Plug-in hybrid, but her local Toyota dealer did not have the vehicle in stock.
Hird said she did it only because the tariffs were being imposed.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World, business & economy: New taxes imposed by the Trump administration will raise the average cost of a car imported from a different country by thousands of dollars.

US President Donald Trump is set to impose reciprocal tariffs on America's Liberation Day, Wednesday (April 2), by slapping 25% on imported passenger vehicles and light trucks. Moreover, it will also impose tariffs on key auto parts including engines, transmissions and powertrain components. These tariffs on vehicles will take effect on April 3, however, the tariffs on parts will take effect on May 3, according to the proclamation signed by the president. Also read: 'Why didn't they do it sooner?': Trump claims India 'going to drop tariffs substantially' ahead of 'Liberation Day' Here's what you need to know if planning to buy a car These new taxes imposed by the Trump administration will raise the average cost of a car imported from a different country by thousands of dollars, the Associated Press reported. Moreover, not just buying, but also owning a car will also become more expensive due to the tariffs imposed on car parts, which could eventually hike the cost of auto repair bills. Leading to this, the insurance costs will also surge. Also read: Liberation Day or Confusion Day? Trump reciprocal tariffs are coming, but officials don't seem to agree on how to implement The car repair market is majorly dependent on imports, especially from the US's biggest trading partners. “If you are bringing your car to get repaired, chances are, it’s going to have a part that comes from another country,” said Jessica Caldwell, head of insights at auto-buying resource Edmunds, according to AP. Also read: EU president vows to use ‘all cards’ to counter Trump’s tariffs People rushing to buy cars Ahead of the tariffs, experts are advising shoppers to rush to buy new vehicles, in order to avoid paying thousands of dollars more under the new tariffs. Joe McCabe, president and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions, said, "Vehicles on lots and the inventory that exists today has not been impacted by tariffs, so it's a good time to buy a car." "It has to fit within the financial boundaries of the consumer, but this would be the preferred time to do it." Vermont-based artist Val Hird rushed to buy a car before April 2 and shared with news outlet CBS MoneyWatch, that she wanted a Toyota RAV4 Plug-in hybrid, but her local Toyota dealer did not have the vehicle in stock. Hird said she did it only because the tariffs were being imposed. Also read: US claims India imposes 100% tariff on American agricultural products, 'time for reciprocity,' says White House (With inputs from agencies)

Planning to buy a new car? Here's how it will cost an arm and a leg after Trump's reciprocal tariffs

US President Donald Trump, in a recent discussion, expressed his idea of a hypothetical presidential showdown with former President Barack Obama, if he were to contest for a third time in office.&nbsp;
Trump on Monday said that he has not explored running for a third term, but would relish a campaign showdown with Obama.&nbsp;
In a discussion in the Oval Office, Trump said, "I'd love that".&nbsp;
"I'd love that &hellip;. That would be a good one. I'd like that. And no, people are asking me to run, and there's a whole story about running for a third term. I don't know, I never looked into it. They do say there's a way you can do it, but I don't know about that," Trump was quoted as saying by Fox News.
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He further pointed out that people are asking him to run, adding that he doesn't know if he can run.&nbsp;
"I know people are asking me to run. And this whole story about running for a third term, I don&rsquo;t know. I never looked into it. They do say there&rsquo;s a way you can do it, but I don&rsquo;t know about that. But I have not looked into it. I want to do a fantastic job. We have four years,&rdquo; Trump said.&nbsp;
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<h2>Trump hints at third term</h2>
Days ago, Trump suggested he might consider pursuing a third term in office, despite the US Constitution barring it under the 22nd Amendment.
In a phone interview with NBC News on Sunday morning, he said there were ways this could happen and made clear he was &ldquo;not joking&rdquo;.
&ldquo;A lot of people want me to do it,&rdquo; Trump said, referring to support from his allies. &ldquo;But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it&rsquo;s very early in the administration,&rdquo; he said.
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When asked directly if he wanted a third term, he replied, &ldquo;I like working,&rdquo; before stressing again, &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not joking. But I&rsquo;m not &mdash; it is far too early to think about it.&rdquo;
Changing the Constitution to allow a third term would require considerable political effort, needing a two-thirds majority in Congress or agreement from two-thirds of the states to call a constitutional convention. Any changes would then need to be approved by three-quarters of the states.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: "I'd love that….That would be a good one. And no, people are asking me to run, and there's a whole story about running for a third term," Trump said.

US President Donald Trump, in a recent discussion, expressed his idea of a hypothetical presidential showdown with former President Barack Obama, if he were to contest for a third time in office. Trump on Monday said that he has not explored running for a third term, but would relish a campaign showdown with Obama. In a discussion in the Oval Office, Trump said, "I'd love that". "I'd love that …. That would be a good one. I'd like that. And no, people are asking me to run, and there's a whole story about running for a third term. I don't know, I never looked into it. They do say there's a way you can do it, but I don't know about that," Trump was quoted as saying by Fox News. Also read: What's on Trump's agenda as he plans to visit Saudi for his first foreign trip. Is it Israel, Ukraine or something else? He further pointed out that people are asking him to run, adding that he doesn't know if he can run. "I know people are asking me to run. And this whole story about running for a third term, I don’t know. I never looked into it. They do say there’s a way you can do it, but I don’t know about that. But I have not looked into it. I want to do a fantastic job. We have four years,” Trump said. Also read: ‘Not joking’ about third term: Trump says there are ‘methods’ to stay in power beyond 2028 Trump hints at third term Days ago, Trump suggested he might consider pursuing a third term in office, despite the US Constitution barring it under the 22nd Amendment. In a phone interview with NBC News on Sunday morning, he said there were ways this could happen and made clear he was “not joking”. “A lot of people want me to do it,” Trump said, referring to support from his allies. “But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it’s very early in the administration,” he said. Also read: Donald Trump says Musk-run DOGE will end at 'certain point'? When will it end? When asked directly if he wanted a third term, he replied, “I like working,” before stressing again, “I’m not joking. But I’m not — it is far too early to think about it.” Changing the Constitution to allow a third term would require considerable political effort, needing a two-thirds majority in Congress or agreement from two-thirds of the states to call a constitutional convention. Any changes would then need to be approved by three-quarters of the states. Also read: Liberation Day of Confusion Day? Trump reciprocal tariffs are coming, but officials don't seem to agree on how to implement (With inputs from agencies)

Who's the Democrat Trump wants to face in third-term showdown? SPOILER: It's not Biden

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has named one of its young software engineers as head of the US Institute of Peace.&nbsp;
This comes almost a month after the agency refused to allow DOGE employees into the building.&nbsp;
28-year-old Nate Cavanaugh will now be leading the USIP, a White House official confirmed to the Daily Beast.&nbsp;
Earlier this month, Deputy White House Press Secretary Anna Kelly announced that George Moose, the then president of USIP, had been replaced with Kenneth Jackson, a State Department employee who has been helping DOGE dismantle international agencies.
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&ldquo;George is actually a career bureaucrat who wants to be unaccountable to the American people,&rdquo; Kelly said.&nbsp;
However, the institute argued that the board must have 12 other members appointed with the advice and consent of the Senate, adding that the board must be bipartisan.&nbsp;
Later, Musk's DOGE officials showed up to begin gutting the agency, but the institute turned them away.&nbsp;
A few hours later, DOGE returned with a document signed by Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth and Garvin, saying that Moose had been removed. But a lawyer for the institute told them USIP was an independent agency, and the president couldn&rsquo;t just fire the board members at will.&nbsp;
DOGE workers, including Jackson, gained entry to the building alongside a police escort, the Daily Beast reported. Moose said at the time that Musk&rsquo;s department had broken in. However, DOGE denied the claims.
Then, the FBI threatened the institute for lack of access to the building, its lawyers said.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who is Nate Cavanaugh?</h2>
Cavanaugh is a tech entrepreneur and has a background in legal technology and financial services.&nbsp;
The 28-year-old is the co-founder and chairman of a tech company for accounting software, Flowfi, according to his LinkedIn profile.&nbsp;
He also co-founded Brainbase, a startup that helped companies manage trademark and licensing agreements, which raised $8 million in venture capital and counted Sanrio and BuzzFeed among its clients, according to a 2020 report by Fortune.
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His entrepreneur story took him to a spot on 2021's Forbes 30 under 30 list for enterprise technology.&nbsp;
He was also seen interviewing General Services Administration employees during his time at DOGE, The New York Times reported.
However, he has never worked in the US government before his time at DOGE.&nbsp;
In 2020, while speaking to Fortune, Cavanaugh said he was drawn to legal technology by the challenge and complexity of managing intellectual property, calling the space "very unsexy, but it suits me as I wanted to do something difficult."
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Cavanaugh was also seen interviewing General Services Administration employees during his time at DOGE, The New York Times reported.

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has named one of its young software engineers as head of the US Institute of Peace. This comes almost a month after the agency refused to allow DOGE employees into the building. 28-year-old Nate Cavanaugh will now be leading the USIP, a White House official confirmed to the Daily Beast. Earlier this month, Deputy White House Press Secretary Anna Kelly announced that George Moose, the then president of USIP, had been replaced with Kenneth Jackson, a State Department employee who has been helping DOGE dismantle international agencies. Also read: Donald Trump says Musk-run DOGE will end at 'certain point'? When will it end? “George is actually a career bureaucrat who wants to be unaccountable to the American people,” Kelly said. However, the institute argued that the board must have 12 other members appointed with the advice and consent of the Senate, adding that the board must be bipartisan. Later, Musk's DOGE officials showed up to begin gutting the agency, but the institute turned them away. A few hours later, DOGE returned with a document signed by Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth and Garvin, saying that Moose had been removed. But a lawyer for the institute told them USIP was an independent agency, and the president couldn’t just fire the board members at will. DOGE workers, including Jackson, gained entry to the building alongside a police escort, the Daily Beast reported. Moose said at the time that Musk’s department had broken in. However, DOGE denied the claims. Then, the FBI threatened the institute for lack of access to the building, its lawyers said. Also read: 'Get back the money ASAP': Trump asks DOGE to take back $8,000,000 given to 'Radical Left' Politico magazine Who is Nate Cavanaugh? Cavanaugh is a tech entrepreneur and has a background in legal technology and financial services. The 28-year-old is the co-founder and chairman of a tech company for accounting software, Flowfi, according to his LinkedIn profile. He also co-founded Brainbase, a startup that helped companies manage trademark and licensing agreements, which raised $8 million in venture capital and counted Sanrio and BuzzFeed among its clients, according to a 2020 report by Fortune. Also read: China war or DOGE cuts? Inside Musk’s controversial Pentagon visit that Trump, Hegseth rushed to defend His entrepreneur story took him to a spot on 2021's Forbes 30 under 30 list for enterprise technology. He was also seen interviewing General Services Administration employees during his time at DOGE, The New York Times reported. However, he has never worked in the US government before his time at DOGE. In 2020, while speaking to Fortune, Cavanaugh said he was drawn to legal technology by the challenge and complexity of managing intellectual property, calling the space "very unsexy, but it suits me as I wanted to do something difficult." Also read: ‘Bold changes spark global discussion’: Modi lauds Musk’s DOGE mission, draws parallels with India’s reforms (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Nate Cavanaugh? DOGE 'goon' staffer appointed to head US Institute of Peace

US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle Eastern nations comes amid his efforts to end the ongoing wars in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine. But what exactly is on his agenda? Let's dig deeper to know more.&nbsp;
As his first international trip, Trump is planning to travel to Saudi Arabia in mid-May, since returning to the White House, Axios reported citing two officials and a source with knowledge of the president's travel.&nbsp;
His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become.&nbsp;
Earlier on March 6, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he would likely visit Saudi Arabia "over the next month and a half".
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"I am going to Saudi Arabia. Normally you would go to the UK first. Last time I went to Saudi Arabia. They put up 450 billion dollars," Trump said.
"This time I said I would go if you put up a trillion dollars to American companies. Meaning the purchase over four years of a trillion dollars. They agreed to do that. So I am gonna be going there," he added.
Notably, Trump's first foreign trip during his previous term was also to Saudi Arabia.
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<h2>Is Israel on agenda?</h2>
As the US administration is making efforts to break a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas and release, Trump has been giving warnings to the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages or "hell will break loose".&nbsp;
Moreover, a Trump administration official said that planning for the trip to Saudi Arabia is underway.
"An opportunity for international travel for the President is something that is being looked at. We don't yet have a specific plan, and we will provide that information when it is official," a White House official said.
"Talks will focus on discussing foreign investments, strengthening relationships with Gulf nations and ending conflict in the Middle East," the official said.
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<h2>What about Ukraine?</h2>
Saudi Arabia is currently involved in holding Ukraine peace talks to help end the Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;
Last month, US and Russian officials held talks in Saudi Arabia marking another step in Trump's attempts to negotiate a limited ceasefire in Ukraine.&nbsp;
Following talks with both Ukrainian and Russian leaders last week, Trump helped secure an agreement in principle for a one-month halt to attacks on energy infrastructure. However, questions remain over when the ceasefire will begin and whether it will cover more than just power plants, such as hospitals, bridges, and other key services.
However, the Saudis want the visit to take place after a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is reached, a source with knowledge of the planned visit said.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become.

US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle Eastern nations comes amid his efforts to end the ongoing wars in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine. But what exactly is on his agenda? Let's dig deeper to know more. As his first international trip, Trump is planning to travel to Saudi Arabia in mid-May, since returning to the White House, Axios reported citing two officials and a source with knowledge of the president's travel. His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become. Earlier on March 6, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he would likely visit Saudi Arabia "over the next month and a half". Also read: Donald Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, focus on foreign investments, strengthening ties: Report "I am going to Saudi Arabia. Normally you would go to the UK first. Last time I went to Saudi Arabia. They put up 450 billion dollars," Trump said. "This time I said I would go if you put up a trillion dollars to American companies. Meaning the purchase over four years of a trillion dollars. They agreed to do that. So I am gonna be going there," he added. Notably, Trump's first foreign trip during his previous term was also to Saudi Arabia. Also read: Ukraine-Russia ceasefire breakthrough: Saudi talks with US yield Black Sea truce, White House confirms Is Israel on agenda? As the US administration is making efforts to break a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas and release, Trump has been giving warnings to the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages or "hell will break loose". Moreover, a Trump administration official said that planning for the trip to Saudi Arabia is underway. "An opportunity for international travel for the President is something that is being looked at. We don't yet have a specific plan, and we will provide that information when it is official," a White House official said. "Talks will focus on discussing foreign investments, strengthening relationships with Gulf nations and ending conflict in the Middle East," the official said. Also read: US and Russia talks on Ukraine peace deal underway in Saudi Arabia: Trump-brokered ceasefire in sight? What about Ukraine? Saudi Arabia is currently involved in holding Ukraine peace talks to help end the Russia-Ukraine war. Last month, US and Russian officials held talks in Saudi Arabia marking another step in Trump's attempts to negotiate a limited ceasefire in Ukraine. Following talks with both Ukrainian and Russian leaders last week, Trump helped secure an agreement in principle for a one-month halt to attacks on energy infrastructure. However, questions remain over when the ceasefire will begin and whether it will cover more than just power plants, such as hospitals, bridges, and other key services. However, the Saudis want the visit to take place after a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is reached, a source with knowledge of the planned visit said. Also read: 10 hours, 3 breaks: High-stakes US-Russia talks on Ukraine ceasefire drag on behind closed doors in Saudi (With inputs from agencies)

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#Gravitas A day after US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, to agree on the nuclear deal or be bombed, Tehran has readied its missiles to strike US-linked sites.

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Tensions between the US and Iran reach a boiling point as Supreme Leader Khamenei vows retaliation against any strike. President Trump warns of military action if Iran advances its nuclear program. Meanwhile, reports suggest Iran has deployed missiles in underground facilities, raising concerns of a potential conflict.

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With the April 5 deadline approaching, President Trump remains confident that a deal for TikTok’s sale will be reached. As discussions continue, the future of the popular social media platform in the US hangs in the balance. Will TikTok find a buyer in time, or face a possible ban?

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Speaking at the World Economic Forum's 2025 Annual Meeting, the former US vice-president explained why he thinks momentum on climate action is unstoppable. Watch to know more!

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South Korea, China, and Japan have agreed to strengthen regional trade cooperation amid growing concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned tariff hikes. The three countries held their first economic dialogue in five years on March 30, 2025, as they prepare for Trump’s announcement of additional tariffs, which could disrupt their trade relations with the U.S.

Tracking the impact of Trump's policies

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U.S. President Donald Trump said he is "pissed off" with Russian President Vladimir Putin and threatened to impose "secondary tariffs" on Russian oil if a truce with Ukraine is not reached. Trump, in a telephone conversation with NBC, stated that if Moscow obstructs his attempts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, he will slap secondary tariffs within a month on all Russian oil, ranging from 25 percent to 50 percent.

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