As US President Donald Trump's administration continues to target US universities, the president has escalated this conflict with Columbia University as it has notified the Ivy League that it doesn't meet accreditation standards because of its failure to protect Jewish students on campus after Hamas's October 7 attack.This could have a major impact on the University, as Trump's decision could significantly impact students' access to federal loans and aid.The US Department of Education informed the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, stating that Columbia may no longer meet federal accreditation standards.“After Hamas’ October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel, Columbia University’s leadership acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students on its campus,” US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said in a statement.“University accreditors have an obligation to ensure member institutions abide by their standards,” Linda McMahon said, adding that the government looked forward to being “fully informed of actions taken to ensure Columbia’s compliance with accreditation standards, including compliance with federal civil rights laws.”While talking about Columbia University did not protect Jewish students against "severe harassment" on Columbia’s campus, McMahon said, "This is not only immoral but also unlawful."&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-imposes-30-day-deadline-on-foreign-student-rule-as-harvard-university-hosts-374th-graduation-ceremony-1748529358764">Also read: Trump imposes 30-day deadline on foreign student rule as Harvard University hosts 374th graduation ceremony</a><h2>Why accreditation is important for US universities?</h2>Accreditation in the US is important for the universities to access federal financial aid for students, including grants and loans.If the Trump administration revokes it, Columbia students could lose eligibility for the funding.Middle States Commission, the accrediting body, confirmed that it received the State Department's letter.This also comes amid the Trump administration's cancelled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia over its handling of antisemitism claims.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-bans-visas-for-new-foreign-students-at-harvard-university-here-s-how-the-university-reacted-1749121250432">Also read: Trump bans visas for new foreign students at Harvard: Here's how the university reacted</a>&nbsp;

This could have a major impact on the University, as Trump's decision could significantly impact students' access to federal loans and aid.

As US President Donald Trump's administration continues to target US universities, the president has escalated this conflict with Columbia University as it has notified the Ivy League that it doesn't meet accreditation standards because of its failure to protect Jewish students on campus after Hamas's October 7 attack. This could have a major impact on the University, as Trump's decision could significantly impact students' access to federal loans and aid. The US Department of Education informed the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, stating that Columbia may no longer meet federal accreditation standards. “After Hamas’ October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel, Columbia University’s leadership acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students on its campus,” US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said in a statement. “University accreditors have an obligation to ensure member institutions abide by their standards,” Linda McMahon said, adding that the government looked forward to being “fully informed of actions taken to ensure Columbia’s compliance with accreditation standards, including compliance with federal civil rights laws.” While talking about Columbia University did not protect Jewish students against "severe harassment" on Columbia’s campus, McMahon said, "This is not only immoral but also unlawful." Also read: Trump imposes 30-day deadline on foreign student rule as Harvard University hosts 374th graduation ceremony Why accreditation is important for US universities? Accreditation in the US is important for the universities to access federal financial aid for students, including grants and loans. If the Trump administration revokes it, Columbia students could lose eligibility for the funding. Middle States Commission, the accrediting body, confirmed that it received the State Department's letter. This also comes amid the Trump administration's cancelled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia over its handling of antisemitism claims. Also read: Trump bans visas for new foreign students at Harvard: Here's how the university reacted

This could have a major impact on the University, as Trump's decision could significantly impact students' access to federal loans and aid.

Trump targets another Ivy League: US president warns to strip Columbia University's accreditation | How can it affect its students?

In yet another move against Harvard University, US President Donald Trump announced a visa ban for new foreign students who would enter America to study at Harvard. Trump's action comes days after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) banned Harvard's ability to enroll foreign students for the upcoming year. This order was blocked by the court. &nbsp;"I have determined that it is necessary to restrict the entry of foreign nationals who seek to enter the United States solely or principally to participate in a course of study at Harvard University or in an exchange visitor program hosted by Harvard University," Trump said in a statement. &nbsp;Trump administration's action against Harvard came after the university refused to provide details of misconduct by foreign students including those taking part in pro-Palestine protest and those with links to Chinese Communist Party. Last month, the Donald Trump administration also terminated $450 million in grants to the country's oldest university after earlier freezing more than $2.2 billion in funding.&nbsp;Earlier in the order banning Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, the DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus."<h2>How Harvard University reacted?</h2>In a statement, Harvard University called it yet “another illegal retaliatory step.” "This is yet another illegal retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights. Harvard will continue to protect its international students," said a Harvard spokesman.&nbsp;Earlier, the Ivy League university sued the Trump administration after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced her department was revoking Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, on May 22.&nbsp;The row between the Trump administration and Harvard started when Trump accused the school of failing to protect Jewish students after the October 7 attack in 2023.

US President Donald Trump announced a visa ban for new foreign students who would enter America to study at Harvard

In yet another move against Harvard University, US President Donald Trump announced a visa ban for new foreign students who would enter America to study at Harvard. Trump's action comes days after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) banned Harvard's ability to enroll foreign students for the upcoming year. This order was blocked by the court. "I have determined that it is necessary to restrict the entry of foreign nationals who seek to enter the United States solely or principally to participate in a course of study at Harvard University or in an exchange visitor program hosted by Harvard University," Trump said in a statement. Trump administration's action against Harvard came after the university refused to provide details of misconduct by foreign students including those taking part in pro-Palestine protest and those with links to Chinese Communist Party. Last month, the Donald Trump administration also terminated $450 million in grants to the country's oldest university after earlier freezing more than $2.2 billion in funding. Earlier in the order banning Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, the DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus." How Harvard University reacted? In a statement, Harvard University called it yet “another illegal retaliatory step.” "This is yet another illegal retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights. Harvard will continue to protect its international students," said a Harvard spokesman. Earlier, the Ivy League university sued the Trump administration after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced her department was revoking Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, on May 22. The row between the Trump administration and Harvard started when Trump accused the school of failing to protect Jewish students after the October 7 attack in 2023.

Now, US President Donald Trump administration announced a visa ban for new foreign students at Harvard University after a court blocked its attempt to ban enrollment

Trump bans visas for new foreign students at Harvard: Here's how the university reacted

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation, banning 12 countries from entering America, while also imposing partial restrictions on people from seven other countries.The ban will prohibit people from travelling to the US, from nations including Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.Meanwhile, the US president issued suspensions for Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela nationals.Despite these restrictions and partial suspensions, Trump did grant mercy on a few groups of people.Know the exceptions:Green card holdersPeople holding green cards are exempted from the US president's ban. Green card holders are the people, who have a pathway to US citizenship.Earlier also, Trump introduced a travel ban in 2017, which led to chaos and confusion at airports. Later, to ease the confusion, the Department of Homeland Security had to put out a statement clarifying that green card holders could enter the country.Certain athletesAthletes and coaches traveling to the US to play in major sporting events, along with their families will be permitted to travel to the US. Notably, the US is one of the hosts of the World Cup in 2026, and Los Angeles is the site of the Summer Olympics in 2028.This exemption will allow soccer players from targeted countries including Iran, to enter the US.Dual citizensIndividuals who are American citizens, but also hold citizenship of a banned country, are exempted from the order.People seeking visas through connections to US family membersImmigrants from the banned countries who seek visas through connections to their spouses, children, or parents who are American citizens, will still be able to apply for visas to travel to the US.Afghans who helped the USAfghans who tried to enter the US under a special visa program for those who helped the US government during the two decades of war after the 2001 attacks, will also be exempted from the ban.Refugees granted asylumIndividuals who have been admitted as refugees or were granted asylum are exempted under the order.Iranians fleeing religious persecutionIranians who are escaping their country because they belong to a religious minority, like Christianity, are also exempted from Trump's travel ban.&nbsp;

People holding green cards are exempted from the US president's ban. Green card holders are the people, who have a pathway to US citizenship.

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation, banning 12 countries from entering America, while also imposing partial restrictions on people from seven other countries. The ban will prohibit people from travelling to the US, from nations including Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. Meanwhile, the US president issued suspensions for Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela nationals. Despite these restrictions and partial suspensions, Trump did grant mercy on a few groups of people. Know the exceptions: Green card holders People holding green cards are exempted from the US president's ban. Green card holders are the people, who have a pathway to US citizenship. Earlier also, Trump introduced a travel ban in 2017, which led to chaos and confusion at airports. Later, to ease the confusion, the Department of Homeland Security had to put out a statement clarifying that green card holders could enter the country. Certain athletes Athletes and coaches traveling to the US to play in major sporting events, along with their families will be permitted to travel to the US. Notably, the US is one of the hosts of the World Cup in 2026, and Los Angeles is the site of the Summer Olympics in 2028. This exemption will allow soccer players from targeted countries including Iran, to enter the US. Dual citizens Individuals who are American citizens, but also hold citizenship of a banned country, are exempted from the order. People seeking visas through connections to US family members Immigrants from the banned countries who seek visas through connections to their spouses, children, or parents who are American citizens, will still be able to apply for visas to travel to the US. Afghans who helped the US Afghans who tried to enter the US under a special visa program for those who helped the US government during the two decades of war after the 2001 attacks, will also be exempted from the ban. Refugees granted asylum Individuals who have been admitted as refugees or were granted asylum are exempted under the order. Iranians fleeing religious persecution Iranians who are escaping their country because they belong to a religious minority, like Christianity, are also exempted from Trump's travel ban.

People holding green cards are exempted from the US president's ban. Green card holders are the people, who have a pathway to US citizenship.

Who all are exempted from Trump's travel ban on 12 countries - Here's all you need to know

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (June 5) urged US President Donald Trump to facilitate dialogue with India. Addressing an event at the US embassy in Islamabad, Sharif thanked the US President for his role in the India-Pakistan ceasefire - a claim that New Delhi has categorically rejected. &nbsp;Sharif praised Trump for his role in helping de-escalate the situation with India and urged Washington to facilitate a comprehensive dialogue between the two nuclear neighbours. &nbsp;Sharif echoed the statements of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari who said the same in Washington while speaking to journalists. &nbsp;"On 10 different occasions, he has taken credit for facilitating the ceasefire between India and Pakistan -- and rightly so. He deserves that credit because it was his efforts that helped make the ceasefire possible. So, if the US is willing to help Pakistan in maintaining this ceasefire, it is reasonable to expect that an American role in arranging a comprehensive dialogue would also be beneficial for us," Bhutto said.<h2>India's stance on Trump's mediation claims</h2>India said that the ceasefire understanding reached between the two nations was bilateral and no third-party mediation was involved. New Delhi stated that it received calls from US Vice President JD Vance and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and both were told that any request for a ceasefire should come from the Pakistani side and not any other country. It was after this, that the Pakistani DGMO contacted the Indian counterpart and an understanding was reached. India's Ministry of External Affairs has also said that trade was not used in the conversation.&nbsp;Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who is in the US leading an Indian delegation, commented on US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of mediation between India and Pakistan after tensions rose between the two nations last month. Stating that he respects the US president, Tharoor clarified that India's understanding of the issue is different.&nbsp;“No one needed to persuade us to stop. We had already said to stop. If there was any persuasion by the American president or his senior officials, it would have been the persuasion of the Pakistanis. They would have had to be persuaded. We don't need to be persuaded because we don't want war.” He added, "Our understanding is a bit different…We had consistently said from the very beginning on May 7th that we were not interested in prolonging the conflict. This is not the opening salvo in some sort of war. All it is is retribution against the terrorists, period. If Pakistan had not reacted, we would not have reacted...”&nbsp;

Addressing an event at the US embassy in Islamabad Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Donald Trump for his role in Indo Pak ceasefire

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (June 5) urged US President Donald Trump to facilitate dialogue with India. Addressing an event at the US embassy in Islamabad, Sharif thanked the US President for his role in the India-Pakistan ceasefire - a claim that New Delhi has categorically rejected. Sharif praised Trump for his role in helping de-escalate the situation with India and urged Washington to facilitate a comprehensive dialogue between the two nuclear neighbours. Sharif echoed the statements of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari who said the same in Washington while speaking to journalists. "On 10 different occasions, he has taken credit for facilitating the ceasefire between India and Pakistan -- and rightly so. He deserves that credit because it was his efforts that helped make the ceasefire possible. So, if the US is willing to help Pakistan in maintaining this ceasefire, it is reasonable to expect that an American role in arranging a comprehensive dialogue would also be beneficial for us," Bhutto said. India's stance on Trump's mediation claims India said that the ceasefire understanding reached between the two nations was bilateral and no third-party mediation was involved. New Delhi stated that it received calls from US Vice President JD Vance and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and both were told that any request for a ceasefire should come from the Pakistani side and not any other country. It was after this, that the Pakistani DGMO contacted the Indian counterpart and an understanding was reached. India's Ministry of External Affairs has also said that trade was not used in the conversation. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who is in the US leading an Indian delegation, commented on US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of mediation between India and Pakistan after tensions rose between the two nations last month. Stating that he respects the US president, Tharoor clarified that India's understanding of the issue is different. “No one needed to persuade us to stop. We had already said to stop. If there was any persuasion by the American president or his senior officials, it would have been the persuasion of the Pakistanis. They would have had to be persuaded. We don't need to be persuaded because we don't want war.” He added, "Our understanding is a bit different…We had consistently said from the very beginning on May 7th that we were not interested in prolonging the conflict. This is not the opening salvo in some sort of war. All it is is retribution against the terrorists, period. If Pakistan had not reacted, we would not have reacted...”

Addressing an event at the US embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Donald Trump for his role in Indo-Pak ceasefire

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif wants Trump's help in dialogue with India, thanks him for ceasefire mediation

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly made a record as it arrested over 2,200 people, the highest in American history. As per a report by NBC News on Tuesday (June 3), this came amid the reports of Stephen Miller and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem instructing the department to arrest at least 3,000 immigrants per day. &nbsp;&nbsp;The people who have been arrested so far had been enrolled in ICE's Alternative to Detention (ATD) programme. As per the programme, arrested immigrants who are undocumented and not threats to public safety are kept under supervision through ankle monitors, smartphone apps, or other geolocating programs.&nbsp;Although the US President Donald Trump has vowed to deport "millions," former ICE officials say that hitting that target will not be possible for ICE.&nbsp;As per the ICE data, 20,000 ankle monitors were in use by ICE, and 98.5% of people on ATF appear for their check-ins, making them easy targets for ICE arrests as they try to ramp up numbers.&nbsp;“People are now increasingly afraid and intimidated because of the way that ICE is executing these kinds of enforcement priorities on such a widespread, indiscriminate and mass scale”, Greg Chen, senior director of government relations, said.&nbsp;Trump's ban on 19 countries&nbsp;The report came ahead of Trump's announcement of banning the entry of nationals from 12 countries and partial restrictions on people from 7 other countries.&nbsp;These are the countries that have been affected by the decision:<ol><li>Afghanistan</li><li>Myanmar</li><li>Chad</li><li>Congo</li><li>Equatorial Guinea</li><li>Eritrea</li><li>Haiti</li><li>Iran</li><li>Libya</li><li>Somalia</li><li>Sudan</li><li>Yemen</li></ol>Moreover, the Trump administration has also imposed partial restrictions on people from seven other countries.&nbsp;<ol><li>Burundi</li><li>Cuba</li><li>Laos</li><li>Sierra Leone</li><li>Togo</li><li>Turkmenistan</li><li>Venezuela</li></ol> 'We will not allow...'&nbsp;Donald Trump took to the social media platform X and wrote, "We will not allow people to enter our country who wish to do us harm."&nbsp;

Highest in history: US arrests over 2,200 immigrants in a single day, record number in ICE history 


US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly made a record as it arrested over 2,200 people, the highest in American history. As per a report by NBC News on Tuesday (June 3), this came amid the reports of Stephen Miller and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem instructing the department to arrest at least 3,000 immigrants per day. The people who have been arrested so far had been enrolled in ICE's Alternative to Detention (ATD) programme. As per the programme, arrested immigrants who are undocumented and not threats to public safety are kept under supervision through ankle monitors, smartphone apps, or other geolocating programs. Although the US President Donald Trump has vowed to deport "millions," former ICE officials say that hitting that target will not be possible for ICE. As per the ICE data, 20,000 ankle monitors were in use by ICE, and 98.5% of people on ATF appear for their check-ins, making them easy targets for ICE arrests as they try to ramp up numbers. “People are now increasingly afraid and intimidated because of the way that ICE is executing these kinds of enforcement priorities on such a widespread, indiscriminate and mass scale”, Greg Chen, senior director of government relations, said. Trump's ban on 19 countries The report came ahead of Trump's announcement of banning the entry of nationals from 12 countries and partial restrictions on people from 7 other countries. These are the countries that have been affected by the decision: Afghanistan Myanmar Chad Congo Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Haiti Iran Libya Somalia Sudan Yemen Moreover, the Trump administration has also imposed partial restrictions on people from seven other countries. Burundi Cuba Laos Sierra Leone Togo Turkmenistan Venezuela 'We will not allow...' Donald Trump took to the social media platform X and wrote, "We will not allow people to enter our country who wish to do us harm."

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly made a record as it arrested over 2,200 people, the highest in American history. This came amid the reports of Stephen Miller and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem instructing the department to arrest at least 3,000 immigrants per day. &nbsp;

US arrests over 2,200 immigrants in a single day, record number in ICE history

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has intensified his public opposition to Donald Trump’s flagship tax and spending bill, calling on Americans to demand that lawmakers reject the legislation.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a forceful social media post on Wednesday, Musk urged voters to “KILL the BILL,” accusing the president of pushing through a fiscally irresponsible agenda.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Call your Senator, Call your Congressman, Bankrupting America is NOT ok! KILL the BILL&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1930336497208832059?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Call your Senator, Call your Congressman. Bankrupting America is NOT ok! KILL the BILL,” Musk posted on X, formerly Twitter, to his 220 million followers.<h2> Musk’s June 4 rebuttal&nbsp;</h2>This latest post is part of Musk’s escalating campaign against what Trump calls his “One, Big, Beautiful Bill.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Musk’s opposition began earlier this week, with a flurry of posts on June 4 describing the legislation as a “disgusting abomination” that could plunge the United States into what he calls “debt slavery.”&nbsp;&nbsp;He had warned that the bill would “massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion” and accused lawmakers of betraying fiscal conservatism.&nbsp;“I just can’t stand it anymore,” Musk wrote on June 4. “This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong.” In another widely shared post, he mocked the bill by sharing a parody movie poster of “Kill Bill” and said, “A bill can be big or it can be beautiful, but I don’t know if it can be both.”<h2>Musk's shifting stance</h2>Musk’s criticism is not merely rhetorical. The timing of his public outburst is significant. Just days earlier, he officially stepped down as head of the Department of Government Efficiency — or DOGE — a short-term post he held in the Trump administration. His appointment was meant to symbolize a drive to rein in federal spending. But his sudden exit and immediate condemnation of Trump’s economic agenda suggest deep internal disagreements. &nbsp;The bill, which has already passed the House and is now under Senate review, combines major tax cuts, a sharp increase in the federal debt ceiling, and sweeping cuts to federal programs — including clean energy subsidies that benefit Musk’s electric vehicle company Tesla.&nbsp;&nbsp;Musk has called for a complete overhaul of the legislation. “A new spending bill should be drafted that doesn’t massively grow the deficit and increase the debt ceiling by five trillion dollars,” he wrote on X.&nbsp;On the same day Musk renewed his attack, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office released a troubling analysis of the bill’s financial impact. According to the CBO, the legislation would add $2.4 trillion to the federal deficit over the next decade.&nbsp;&nbsp;The office projected a $3.67 trillion drop in government revenue and only a $1.25 trillion decrease in federal spending through 2034. The report does not factor in any potential economic growth that could offset the losses — a key justification cited by the bill’s supporters.&nbsp;Despite Musk’s repeated attacks, the Trump camp appears undeterred. The former president has continued to tout the bill as a landmark achievement. “Passing THE ONE, BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL is a Historic Opportunity to turn our Country around,” Trump posted recently.&nbsp;&nbsp;White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed Musk’s criticism, saying, “The President already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill. It doesn’t change the president’s opinion. This is one big, beautiful bill and he’s sticking to it.”&nbsp;Musk’s public break with Trump marks a dramatic shift in their relationship. During his four-month stint in government, Musk had maintained a close and visible association with the administration. But behind the scenes, sources say tensions had been mounting.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to NBC News and Axios, the Trump White House rejected multiple proposals from Musk — including his suggestion to let the Federal Aviation Administration manage Starlink and his preferred candidate to head NASA.&nbsp;&nbsp;The administration also reportedly denied his request to extend his tenure beyond the 130-day legal limit for special government employees. Musk officially confirmed his departure on May 29, writing, “As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President Trump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending.”&nbsp; Trump hosted a farewell event at the White House the next day, publicly praising Musk’s efforts. However, just days later, Musk’s tone turned sharply critical, suggesting that the parting was not entirely amicable. Tesla’s business interests may also be a factor in Musk’s political stance. The bill proposes major rollbacks to Biden-era clean energy and electric vehicle incentives, which have directly benefited Tesla.&nbsp; Musk’s tenure in government had already coincided with a dip in Tesla EV sales — a trend that analysts partly attribute to his alignment with a deeply polarizing administration. Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum on May 20, Musk signalled his intent to reduce his political visibility, saying, “I’m going to do a lot less in the future,” as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp; For now, however, he appears to be fully engaged in the political fight — positioning himself not just as a business leader, but as a fiscal hawk willing to take on the very administration he once served.&nbsp; Whether his campaign will succeed in derailing the legislation remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Elon Musk is no longer pulling his punches.&nbsp;

This latest post is part of Musk’s escalating campaign against what Trump calls his “One, Big, Beautiful Bill.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has intensified his public opposition to Donald Trump’s flagship tax and spending bill, calling on Americans to demand that lawmakers reject the legislation. In a forceful social media post on Wednesday, Musk urged voters to “KILL the BILL,” accusing the president of pushing through a fiscally irresponsible agenda.

Elon Musk publicly opposes Trump's tax and spending bill, urging Americans to reject it.

‘KILL the BILL’: Elon Musk attacks Trump’s tax plan again, warns of ‘debt slavery’

US President Donald Trump continued questioning Biden's excessive use of autopen as he launched an investigation against the former president and his administration. But, Trump himself has used autopen during his presidency.&nbsp;In March this year, Trump acknowledged that he used the autopen but said he turned to it &nbsp;“only for very unimportant papers,” such as responses to letters.&nbsp;“But to use them for — for what they’ve used them for is terrible,” he added, referring to &nbsp;Biden.&nbsp;Trump accusation&nbsp;US President Donald Trump ordered a wide-ranging probe into former president Joe Biden and his administration on Wednesday (June 4). He alleged that Biden's aides used "autopen" signatures to hide his &nbsp;"cognitive decline" and assert presidential power.&nbsp;From undoing several policies from his administration to mocking his declining health, Trump has used Biden as a political foil multiple times since his return to the White House in January.&nbsp;In his announcement, Trump directed the White House counsel and Attorney General Pam Bondi to launch an investigation and find if anyone "conspired to deceive the public about Biden's mental state and unconstitutionally exercise the authorities and responsibilities of the President."&nbsp;"This conspiracy marks one of the most dangerous and concerning scandals in American history," Trump wrote in a memo. "The American public was purposefully shielded from discovering who wielded the executive power, all while Biden’s signature was deployed across thousands of documents to effect radical policy shifts," the current US president added.&nbsp;In the memo of Wednesday, Trump said that if Biden’s aides “secretly” used the pen to conceal his alleged decline while they were taking executive actions in his stead, “that would constitute an unconstitutional wielding of the power of the Presidency, a circumstance that would have implications for the legality and validity of numerous executive actions undertaken in Biden’s name."&nbsp;What does the law say?&nbsp;&nbsp;As per the US Department of Justice (DOJ), "the President need not personally perform the physical act of affixing his signature to a bill he approves and decides to sign in order for the bill to become law. Rather, the President may sign a bill within the meaning of Article I, Section 7 by directing a subordinate to affix the President’s signature to such a bill, for example by autopen."&nbsp;&nbsp;Biden's defence&nbsp;Meanwhile, Biden defended himself, saying the investigation was a "distraction" from Trump and Republican lawmakers.&nbsp;"Let me be clear: I made the decisions during my presidency. I made the decisions about the pardons, executive orders, legislation, and proclamations. Any suggestion that I didn’t is ridiculous and false,” Biden said.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Legal in America: Trump questions Biden use of autopen, calls it most dangerous conspiracy in history


US President Donald Trump continued questioning Biden's excessive use of autopen as he launched an investigation against the former president and his administration. But, Trump himself has used autopen during his presidency. In March this year, Trump acknowledged that he used the autopen but said he turned to it “only for very unimportant papers,” such as responses to letters. “But to use them for — for what they’ve used them for is terrible,” he added, referring to Biden. Trump accusation US President Donald Trump ordered a wide-ranging probe into former president Joe Biden and his administration on Wednesday (June 4). He alleged that Biden's aides used "autopen" signatures to hide his "cognitive decline" and assert presidential power. From undoing several policies from his administration to mocking his declining health, Trump has used Biden as a political foil multiple times since his return to the White House in January. In his announcement, Trump directed the White House counsel and Attorney General Pam Bondi to launch an investigation and find if anyone "conspired to deceive the public about Biden's mental state and unconstitutionally exercise the authorities and responsibilities of the President." "This conspiracy marks one of the most dangerous and concerning scandals in American history," Trump wrote in a memo. "The American public was purposefully shielded from discovering who wielded the executive power, all while Biden’s signature was deployed across thousands of documents to effect radical policy shifts," the current US president added. In the memo of Wednesday, Trump said that if Biden’s aides “secretly” used the pen to conceal his alleged decline while they were taking executive actions in his stead, “that would constitute an unconstitutional wielding of the power of the Presidency, a circumstance that would have implications for the legality and validity of numerous executive actions undertaken in Biden’s name." What does the law say? As per the US Department of Justice (DOJ), "the President need not personally perform the physical act of affixing his signature to a bill he approves and decides to sign in order for the bill to become law. Rather, the President may sign a bill within the meaning of Article I, Section 7 by directing a subordinate to affix the President’s signature to such a bill, for example by autopen." Biden's defence Meanwhile, Biden defended himself, saying the investigation was a "distraction" from Trump and Republican lawmakers. "Let me be clear: I made the decisions during my presidency. I made the decisions about the pardons, executive orders, legislation, and proclamations. Any suggestion that I didn’t is ridiculous and false,” Biden said.

US President Donald Trump continued questioning Biden's excessive use of autopen as he launched an investigation against the former president and his administration. But, Trump himself has used autopen during his presidency.

Legal in America: Trump questions Biden's use of autopen, calls it 'most dangerous conspiracy in history'

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday (June 4) and banned 12 countries from entering the United States. He said the ban was necessary to protect the country from "foreign terrorists" and other security threats.&nbsp;These are the countries that have been affected by the decision:&nbsp;<ol><li>Afghanistan</li><li>Myanmar</li><li>Chad</li><li>Congo</li><li>Equatorial Guinea</li><li>Eritrea</li><li>Haiti</li><li>Iran</li><li>Libya</li><li>Somalia</li><li>Sudan</li><li>Yemen</li></ol>Moreover, the Trump administration has also imposed partial restrictions on people from seven other countries.&nbsp;Here's the list:&nbsp;<ol><li>Burundi</li><li>Cuba</li><li>Laos</li><li>Sierra Leone</li><li>Togo</li><li>Turkmenistan</li><li>Venezuela</li></ol>'We will not allow...'&nbsp;Donald Trump took to the social media platform X and wrote, "We will not allow people to enter our country who wish to do us harm."&nbsp; The US president added that the list could be revised and that new countries could also be added to it.&nbsp;When will the ban come into effect?&nbsp;Trump's ban and restrictions will be effective from June 9, 2025, at 04:01 GMT, as reported by Reuters.&nbsp;The effect of the full ban on 12 countries&nbsp;As per the Trump administration, there will be a complete suspension of entry of all nationals irrespective of their visa type.&nbsp;But, the lawful permanent residents, existing visa holders, specific visa categories, and those serving US national interests, would be treated as an exception.&nbsp;As per a press release by the White House, students, tourists, workers, and refugees would not be allowed to enter the US.&nbsp; The effect of partial restrictions on 7 countries&nbsp;In this category, people with specific visa types will be barred.&nbsp;Visa types that will not be allowed: immigrant visas and nonimmigrant B-1 (business), B-2 (tourism), B-1/B-2, F (student), M (vocational), and J (exchange) visas.&nbsp;But, other categories of visas like H-1B, diplomatic, etc, will be allowed.&nbsp;Trump's previous bans on entering the US&nbsp;During his first term in the White House, Trump imposed a ban on travelers from seven majority-Muslim nations. The policy was upheld by the US apex court in 2018.&nbsp;In 2021, former US president Joe Biden repealed the ban in 2021, calling it "a stain on our national conscience."

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US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday (June 4) and banned 12 countries from entering the United States. He said the ban was necessary to protect the country from "foreign terrorists" and other security threats. These are the countries that have been affected by the decision: Afghanistan Myanmar Chad Congo Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Haiti Iran Libya Somalia Sudan Yemen Moreover, the Trump administration has also imposed partial restrictions on people from seven other countries. Here's the list: Burundi Cuba Laos Sierra Leone Togo Turkmenistan Venezuela 'We will not allow...' Donald Trump took to the social media platform X and wrote, "We will not allow people to enter our country who wish to do us harm." The US president added that the list could be revised and that new countries could also be added to it. When will the ban come into effect? Trump's ban and restrictions will be effective from June 9, 2025, at 04:01 GMT, as reported by Reuters. The effect of the full ban on 12 countries As per the Trump administration, there will be a complete suspension of entry of all nationals irrespective of their visa type. But, the lawful permanent residents, existing visa holders, specific visa categories, and those serving US national interests, would be treated as an exception. As per a press release by the White House, students, tourists, workers, and refugees would not be allowed to enter the US. The effect of partial restrictions on 7 countries In this category, people with specific visa types will be barred. Visa types that will not be allowed: immigrant visas and nonimmigrant B-1 (business), B-2 (tourism), B-1/B-2, F (student), M (vocational), and J (exchange) visas. But, other categories of visas like H-1B, diplomatic, etc, will be allowed. Trump's previous bans on entering the US During his first term in the White House, Trump imposed a ban on travelers from seven majority-Muslim nations. The policy was upheld by the US apex court in 2018. In 2021, former US president Joe Biden repealed the ban in 2021, calling it "a stain on our national conscience."

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday (June 4) and banned 12 countries from entering the United States. Trump also imposed partial restrictions on people from seven other countries. The ban and restrictions will be effective from June 9, 2025, at 04:01 GMT.&nbsp;&nbsp;

President Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ with sweeping tax and spending cuts would add $2.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade, says an analysis by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.The CBO also found that the legislation would also increase the number of people without health insurance by 10.9 million by 2034 due to historic spending cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.&nbsp;The sweeping Republican bill for President Trump’s domestic agenda would add $2.4 trillion to the national debt over the next 10 years, it said.The estimate factors in all last-minute revisions GOP leaders made to placate holdouts before the House passed the legislation last month. The changes include a higher state and local tax (SALT) deduction. &nbsp;Overall, CBO and the Joint Committee on Taxation found that over a 10-year period, the bill would decrease revenues by $3.7 trillion, while cutting net spending by $1.3 trillion, leading to a $2.4 trillion shortfall.The CBO estimates contradict the claims by the White House and GOP leaders that the bill won’t worsen the national debt.&nbsp;The CBO figures endorse the criticism of the bill by Trump’s billionaire former adviser Elon Musk, who denounced the bill as a “disgusting abomination”.&nbsp;In a post on X, Musk said, “I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.”In a later X post, he added, “Interest payments already consume 25% of all government revenue. If the massive deficit spending continues, there will only be money for interest payments and nothing else! No social security, no medical, no defense … nothing.”The legislation is now in the hands of the Senate, where top Republicans want to pass a revised version by July 4.&nbsp;The CBO analysis also adds fuel to Democrats’ and budget watchdogs’ claims that the package would worsen the nation’s fiscal outlook while providing big tax cuts for the wealthy. &nbsp;“It’s shocking House Republicans rushed to vote on this bill without an accounting from CBO on the millions of people who will lose their health care or the trillions of dollars it would add to the national debt,” Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., the top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, said in a statement.“The truth is Republican leaders raced to pass this bill under cover of night because they didn’t want the American people or even their own members to know about its catastrophic consequences.”

Overall, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office and the Joint Committee on Taxation found that over a 10-year period, the bill would decrease revenues by $3.7 trillion, while cutting net spending by $1.3 trillion, leading to a $2.4 trillion shortfall.

President Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ with sweeping tax and spending cuts would add $2.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade, says an analysis by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. The CBO also found that the legislation would also increase the number of people without health insurance by 10.9 million by 2034 due to historic spending cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. The sweeping Republican bill for President Trump’s domestic agenda would add $2.4 trillion to the national debt over the next 10 years, it said. The estimate factors in all last-minute revisions GOP leaders made to placate holdouts before the House passed the legislation last month. The changes include a higher state and local tax (SALT) deduction. Overall, CBO and the Joint Committee on Taxation found that over a 10-year period, the bill would decrease revenues by $3.7 trillion, while cutting net spending by $1.3 trillion, leading to a $2.4 trillion shortfall. The CBO estimates contradict the claims by the White House and GOP leaders that the bill won’t worsen the national debt. The CBO figures endorse the criticism of the bill by Trump’s billionaire former adviser Elon Musk, who denounced the bill as a “disgusting abomination”. In a post on X, Musk said, “I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.” In a later X post, he added, “Interest payments already consume 25% of all government revenue. If the massive deficit spending continues, there will only be money for interest payments and nothing else! No social security, no medical, no defense … nothing.” The legislation is now in the hands of the Senate, where top Republicans want to pass a revised version by July 4. The CBO analysis also adds fuel to Democrats’ and budget watchdogs’ claims that the package would worsen the nation’s fiscal outlook while providing big tax cuts for the wealthy. “It’s shocking House Republicans rushed to vote on this bill without an accounting from CBO on the millions of people who will lose their health care or the trillions of dollars it would add to the national debt,” Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., the top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, said in a statement. “The truth is Republican leaders raced to pass this bill under cover of night because they didn’t want the American people or even their own members to know about its catastrophic consequences.”

Overall, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office and the Joint Committee on Taxation found that over a 10-year period, the bill would decrease revenues by $3.7 trillion, while cutting net spending by $1.3 trillion, leading to a $2.4 trillion shortfall.

Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ would increase deficit by $2.4 trillion, says CBO

US President Donald Trump has revealed he held a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin for over an hour, discussing Ukraine’s recent drone attacks on Russian airfields and rising concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme.Taking to Truth Social, Trump shared details of the call, which lasted approximately one hour and 15 minutes. “It was a good conversation, but not a conversation that will lead to immediate Peace,” he wrote.<h2>Putin vows response to drone strikes on airfields</h2>During the phone call, Putin reportedly spoke strongly about Ukraine’s recent drone attacks on Russian airbases, part of what has been called ‘Operation Spiderweb’. Trump said, “President Putin did say, and very strongly, that he will have to respond to the recent attack on the airfields.”<h2>Trump says Putin willing to join nuclear talks with Iran</h2>Trump also brought up the issue of Iran’s nuclear ambitions, stressing the urgency of reaching a decision. “I stated to President Putin that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon and, on this, I believe that we were in agreement,” Trump wrote.He added that Putin appeared open to helping resolve the matter. “President Putin suggested that he will participate in the discussions with Iran and that he could, perhaps, be helpful in getting this brought to a rapid conclusion,” he added.Trump further added, “It is my opinion that Iran has been slow-walking their decision on this very important matter, and we will need a definitive answer in a very short period of time!”<h2>Ceasefire hopes fade as Putin rejects Ukraine truce</h2>Meanwhile, Russia seemingly dismissed a full ceasefire with Ukraine. Putin rejected the proposal, saying it would give Kyiv a chance to rearm and regroup.“Why reward them by giving them a break from the combat, which will be used to pump the regime with Western arms, to continue their forced mobilisation and to prepare different terrorist acts,” Putin said during a televised government meeting&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday.

Taking to Truth Social, Trump shared details of the call, which lasted approximately one hour and 15 minutes. “It was a good conversation, but not a conversation that will lead to immediate Peace,” he wrote.

US President Donald Trump has revealed he held a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin for over an hour, discussing Ukraine’s recent drone attacks on Russian airfields and rising concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme. Taking to Truth Social, Trump shared details of the call, which lasted approximately one hour and 15 minutes. “It was a good conversation, but not a conversation that will lead to immediate Peace,” he wrote. Putin vows response to drone strikes on airfields During the phone call, Putin reportedly spoke strongly about Ukraine’s recent drone attacks on Russian airbases, part of what has been called ‘Operation Spiderweb’. Trump said, “President Putin did say, and very strongly, that he will have to respond to the recent attack on the airfields.” Trump says Putin willing to join nuclear talks with Iran Trump also brought up the issue of Iran’s nuclear ambitions, stressing the urgency of reaching a decision. “I stated to President Putin that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon and, on this, I believe that we were in agreement,” Trump wrote. He added that Putin appeared open to helping resolve the matter. “President Putin suggested that he will participate in the discussions with Iran and that he could, perhaps, be helpful in getting this brought to a rapid conclusion,” he added. Trump further added, “It is my opinion that Iran has been slow-walking their decision on this very important matter, and we will need a definitive answer in a very short period of time!” Ceasefire hopes fade as Putin rejects Ukraine truce Meanwhile, Russia seemingly dismissed a full ceasefire with Ukraine. Putin rejected the proposal, saying it would give Kyiv a chance to rearm and regroup. “Why reward them by giving them a break from the combat, which will be used to pump the regime with Western arms, to continue their forced mobilisation and to prepare different terrorist acts,” Putin said during a televised government meeting on Wednesday.

Taking to Truth Social, Trump shared details of the call, which lasted approximately one hour and 15 minutes. “It was a good conversation, but not a conversation that will lead to immediate Peace,” he wrote.

‘Not a call for immediate peace’: Trump holds talks with Putin, says Russia 'will have to respond' to Ukraine's Operation Spider Web

A California man pleaded not guilty to accusations of attempting to kill US President Donald Trump after the 2024 presidential elections.Following last year's elections, federal prosecutors charged a Southern Californian man with allegedly threatening to kill Trump on Facebook.<h2>Who is Thomas Eugene Streavel?</h2>The man, identified as Thomas Eugene Streavel, 73, of San Bernardino County was indicted last week on three charges of making threats against Trump, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).On Monday, he was taken into custody and arraigned in the Riverside US District Court on Tuesday.The indictment lists a series of angry Facebook messages in which Streavel allegedly wrote about Trump both before and after the election. In those posts, he expressed a desire for Trump to be assassinated.On November 6, the day after Trump claimed victory in the 2024 elections, Streavel posted on Facebook, saying that Trump “is a dead man walking for the time being until a patriot like myself blows his [expletive] brains out in the very near future."Later on Nov 12, he posted that he was “willing to make America great again and blow his [expletive] brains out.”Streavel was arrested on Monday and pleaded not guilty at his arraignment on Tuesday.Moreover, he was ordered released on a $10,000 bond, according to the Justice Department statement."This defendant is charged with threatening the life of our President – a man who has already survived two deranged attempts on his life," Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement. &nbsp;Notably, Trump has faced two assassination attempts during last year's election. First, a shooter struck Trump in the ear at a Butler, Pennsylvania, rally in July. Then, a man was charged with trying to assassinate Trump at his Florida gold club in September.If Streavel gets convicted, the maximum sentence for making threats against the president or president-elect is five years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-assassination-attempt-man-identified-as-mr-satan-charged-with-threatening-to-assassinate-us-president-8953177">Also read: Trump assassination attempt: Man identified as 'Mr Satan' charged with threatening to assassinate US president</a>

The man, identified as Thomas Eugene Streavel, 73, of San Bernardino County was indicted last week on three charges of making threats against Trump, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

A California man pleaded not guilty to accusations of attempting to kill US President Donald Trump after the 2024 presidential elections. Following last year's elections, federal prosecutors charged a Southern Californian man with allegedly threatening to kill Trump on Facebook. Who is Thomas Eugene Streavel? The man, identified as Thomas Eugene Streavel, 73, of San Bernardino County was indicted last week on three charges of making threats against Trump, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). On Monday, he was taken into custody and arraigned in the Riverside US District Court on Tuesday. The indictment lists a series of angry Facebook messages in which Streavel allegedly wrote about Trump both before and after the election. In those posts, he expressed a desire for Trump to be assassinated. On November 6, the day after Trump claimed victory in the 2024 elections, Streavel posted on Facebook, saying that Trump “is a dead man walking for the time being until a patriot like myself blows his [expletive] brains out in the very near future." Later on Nov 12, he posted that he was “willing to make America great again and blow his [expletive] brains out.” Streavel was arrested on Monday and pleaded not guilty at his arraignment on Tuesday. Moreover, he was ordered released on a $10,000 bond, according to the Justice Department statement. "This defendant is charged with threatening the life of our President – a man who has already survived two deranged attempts on his life," Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement. Notably, Trump has faced two assassination attempts during last year's election. First, a shooter struck Trump in the ear at a Butler, Pennsylvania, rally in July. Then, a man was charged with trying to assassinate Trump at his Florida gold club in September. If Streavel gets convicted, the maximum sentence for making threats against the president or president-elect is five years. Also read: Trump assassination attempt: Man identified as 'Mr Satan' charged with threatening to assassinate US president

The man, identified as Thomas Eugene Streavel, 73, of San Bernardino County was indicted last week on three charges of making threats against Trump, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

'Dead man walking': 73-year-old California man arrested for threatening to kill Trump in series of sick posts

US President Donald Trump is facing mounting criticism both at home and abroad over his tariff policies and ongoing trade war with China.<h2>Viral Chinese AI videos target Trump’s tariff strategy</h2>A new wave of AI-generated videos mocking Trump has gone viral on Chinese social media. According to a CNN report, one of the most talked-about clips features a robot called “Tariff” that chooses to self-destruct rather than carry out Trump’s trade orders.In another video, Trump is reimagined as an anime-inspired superhero wielding tariffs, a parody that has been widely shared across China-controlled digital platforms.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-making-america-bankrupt-elon-musk-slams-trump-s-big-beautiful-bill-says-shame-on-those-who-voted-for-it-1748974609876">'Making America bankrupt’: Elon Musk slams Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill, says ‘shame on those who&nbsp;voted&nbsp;for&nbsp;it’</a>CNN’s report said the Chinese social media campaign has been running for months and includes previous AI-generated videos showing Trump and Vice President JD Vance “hard at work in factories.”“All untouched by Beijing’s army of online censors designed to push China’s narrative, the US is making a fool of itself and, more importantly, losing ground to China in the global trade war President Trump started,” Ripley reported.<h2>Humour meets politics: Democrats roll out taco truck protest</h2>While Chinese media trolls Trump online, the Democratic National Committee in the US took to the streets. Outside the Republican headquarters in Washington, DC, a taco truck branded with the slogan “Trump Always Chickens Out,” shortened to TACO, was parked in protest of Trump’s repeated threats and backtracking on tariff action.<h2>Trump calls Xi ‘tough’ as key trade call approaches</h2>On Truth Social, Trump posted about Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing him as “very tough and extremely hard to make a deal with.”“I like President Xi of China, always have, and always will, but he is VERY TOUGH, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO MAKE A DEAL WITH,” Trump wrote on Wednesday, 4 June.Just days earlier, Trump had accused China of going back on a previous agreement meant to reduce tariffs and trade restrictions. According to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, Trump is expected to speak with Xi this week in an effort to resolve tensions following last month’s Geneva talks.<h2>US courts divided over Trump’s tariff powers</h2>Adding to the week’s drama, a US trade court recently ruled that Trump had overstepped his presidential powers when he imposed broad tariffs on Chinese and other foreign imports under emergency authority.However, less than a day later, a federal appeals court intervened and reinstated the tariffs, putting the earlier ruling on hold while the government’s appeal&nbsp;is&nbsp;reviewed.

While Chinese media trolls Trump online, the Democratic National Committee in the US took to the streets. Outside the Republican headquarters in Washington, DC, a taco truck branded with the slogan “Trump Always Chickens Out,” shortened to TACO

US President Donald Trump is facing mounting criticism both at home and abroad over his tariff policies and ongoing trade war with China. Viral Chinese AI videos target Trump’s tariff strategy A new wave of AI-generated videos mocking Trump has gone viral on Chinese social media. According to a CNN report, one of the most talked-about clips features a robot called “Tariff” that chooses to self-destruct rather than carry out Trump’s trade orders. In another video, Trump is reimagined as an anime-inspired superhero wielding tariffs, a parody that has been widely shared across China-controlled digital platforms. Also read: 'Making America bankrupt’: Elon Musk slams Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill, says ‘shame on those who voted for it’ CNN’s report said the Chinese social media campaign has been running for months and includes previous AI-generated videos showing Trump and Vice President JD Vance “hard at work in factories.” “All untouched by Beijing’s army of online censors designed to push China’s narrative, the US is making a fool of itself and, more importantly, losing ground to China in the global trade war President Trump started,” Ripley reported. Humour meets politics: Democrats roll out taco truck protest While Chinese media trolls Trump online, the Democratic National Committee in the US took to the streets. Outside the Republican headquarters in Washington, DC, a taco truck branded with the slogan “Trump Always Chickens Out,” shortened to TACO, was parked in protest of Trump’s repeated threats and backtracking on tariff action. Trump calls Xi ‘tough’ as key trade call approaches On Truth Social, Trump posted about Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing him as “very tough and extremely hard to make a deal with.” “I like President Xi of China, always have, and always will, but he is VERY TOUGH, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO MAKE A DEAL WITH,” Trump wrote on Wednesday, 4 June. Just days earlier, Trump had accused China of going back on a previous agreement meant to reduce tariffs and trade restrictions. According to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, Trump is expected to speak with Xi this week in an effort to resolve tensions following last month’s Geneva talks. US courts divided over Trump’s tariff powers Adding to the week’s drama, a US trade court recently ruled that Trump had overstepped his presidential powers when he imposed broad tariffs on Chinese and other foreign imports under emergency authority. However, less than a day later, a federal appeals court intervened and reinstated the tariffs, putting the earlier ruling on hold while the government’s appeal is reviewed.

While Chinese media trolls Trump online, the Democratic National Committee in the US took to the streets. Outside the Republican headquarters in Washington, DC, a taco truck branded with the slogan “Trump Always Chickens Out,” shortened to TACO.

'US is making fool of itself': Trump trolled in China with AI videos as Democrats roll out 'Trump Always Chickens Out' truck in Capitol Hill

US President Donald Trump's administration announced on Tuesday (June 3) that it would revoke the guidance to American hospitals that directed them to provide emergency abortions for women. The withdrawal of the guidance by the Trump administration means abortion will be denied when it would be necessary to stabilise the medical condition of pregnant women. &nbsp;&nbsp;The policy was introduced by the Joe Biden-led administration in 2022. This was an effort to ensure women in medical emergencies, like severe bleeding or risk of organ failure, get abortions when required.&nbsp;While approving the police, the Biden administration had argued that hospitals needed to provide emergency abortions under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act.&nbsp;Nancy Northup, president and CEO of the Center for Reproductive Rights, said in a statement, “The Trump Administration would rather women die in emergency rooms than receive life-saving abortions."&nbsp;"In pulling back guidance, this administration is feeding the fear and confusion that already exists at hospitals in every state where abortion is banned. Hospitals need more guidance, not less, to stop them from turning away patients experiencing pregnancy crises," she added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump administration's decision was hailed by many anti-abortion advocates.&nbsp;Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of SBA Pro-Life America, said in a statement that the policy was a way to expand abortion access in states where it was banned.&nbsp;“Democrats have created confusion on this fact to justify their extremely unpopular agenda for all-trimester abortion,” Dannenfelser said.&nbsp;"In situations where every minute counts, their lies lead to delayed care and put women in needless, unacceptable danger," she added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, an investigation report by the Associate Press last year had found that even the policy was enforced by Biden, multiple pregnant women were being turned away who were need of urgent abortions.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Pregnancy crises: Trump administration revokes Biden era emergency abortions policy 


US President Donald Trump's administration announced on Tuesday (June 3) that it would revoke the guidance to American hospitals that directed them to provide emergency abortions for women. The withdrawal of the guidance by the Trump administration means abortion will be denied when it would be necessary to stabilise the medical condition of pregnant women. The policy was introduced by the Joe Biden-led administration in 2022. This was an effort to ensure women in medical emergencies, like severe bleeding or risk of organ failure, get abortions when required. While approving the police, the Biden administration had argued that hospitals needed to provide emergency abortions under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act. Nancy Northup, president and CEO of the Center for Reproductive Rights, said in a statement, “The Trump Administration would rather women die in emergency rooms than receive life-saving abortions." "In pulling back guidance, this administration is feeding the fear and confusion that already exists at hospitals in every state where abortion is banned. Hospitals need more guidance, not less, to stop them from turning away patients experiencing pregnancy crises," she added. Meanwhile, Trump administration's decision was hailed by many anti-abortion advocates. Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of SBA Pro-Life America, said in a statement that the policy was a way to expand abortion access in states where it was banned. “Democrats have created confusion on this fact to justify their extremely unpopular agenda for all-trimester abortion,” Dannenfelser said. "In situations where every minute counts, their lies lead to delayed care and put women in needless, unacceptable danger," she added. Meanwhile, an investigation report by the Associate Press last year had found that even the policy was enforced by Biden, multiple pregnant women were being turned away who were need of urgent abortions.

US President Donald Trump's administration announced on Tuesday (June 3) that it would revoke the guidance to American hospitals that directed them to provide emergency abortions for women. The policy was introduced by the Joe Biden-led administration in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

'Pregnancy crises': Trump administration revokes Biden's emergency abortions policy

US President Donald Trump has once again reignited tensions with Beijing, calling Chinese President Xi Jinping “very tough” and “extremely hard to make a deal with”.&nbsp;The remark was posted in the early hours of Tuesday on his social media platform, Truth Social.&nbsp;The US president's remark comes amid fresh trade and geopolitical flashpoints that threaten to undo the fragile truce achieved just weeks ago.

“I like President XI of China, always have, and always will, but he is VERY TOUGH, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO MAKE A DEAL WITH!!!” Trump wrote on the Truth Social website.<h2>US-China tariff tension continues</h2>The US-China trade relationship has remained turbulent in recent years. In early 2025, President Trump imposed a sweeping 145 per cent tariff on Chinese imports, citing trade imbalances and national security concerns.&nbsp;China responded with retaliatory tariffs of up to 125 per cent on US goods.&nbsp;A temporary easing of tensions came in May, when both countries agreed to scale back certain tariffs during talks in Geneva.However, Washington’s latest actions, including export bans, software curbs, and visa restrictions, have sparked renewed conflict.&nbsp;Last week, the Trump administration said it planned to start revoking visas for Chinese students, while moving to restrict sales of chip design software to China.&nbsp;According to the New York Times, the US has also barred exports of critical jet engine parts and aviation technology to China.&nbsp;Although Trump did not provide specifics when accusing Beijing of violating the trade truce on Friday, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said China had failed to accelerate exports of critical minerals used in advanced electronics, as per Bloomberg.&nbsp;According to a report by Bloomberg, China has accused the United States of “seriously violating” the trade truce established in Geneva in May 2025.&nbsp;The Chinese Ministry of Commerce criticised the US for introducing new trade and technology restrictions, including export controls on artificial intelligence (AI) chips, curbs on chip design software sales to China, and the revocation of Chinese student visas.&nbsp;Beijing said these actions undermined the consensus reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping during their last conversation in January.&nbsp;“If the US insists on its way and continues to damage China’s interests, China will continue to take resolute and forceful measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” the ministry stated, as quoted by Bloomberg.&nbsp;The ministry further stated it “resolutely rejects these unjustified accusations” and insisted that China has strictly implemented the Geneva consensus.&nbsp;According to Bloomberg, last week, the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that trade talks had stalled and hinted that a direct call between Trump and Xi might be necessary to break the deadlock.&nbsp;The two leaders of the world’s largest economy have spoken in January, shortly before Trump returned to the Oval Office.&nbsp;Despite growing tension, the US reportedly said that Trump and Xi are likely to speak on a call.&nbsp; US President's adviser Kevin Hassett suggested a call could happen this week, according to Bloomberg.&nbsp;Whether Xi will entertain the outreach remains uncertain.&nbsp;&nbsp;Beijing has repeatedly stated that any high-level engagement must be based on mutual respect and the withdrawal of what it calls “unilateral and coercive measures”.&nbsp;For now, with tariffs rising, visas tightening, and rhetoric intensifying, the road to détente appears steeper than ever. &nbsp;

The US president remark comes amid fresh trade and geopolitical flashpoints that threaten to undo the fragile truce achieved just weeks ago.

US President Donald Trump has once again reignited tensions with Beijing, calling Chinese President Xi Jinping “very tough” and “extremely hard to make a deal with”. The remark was posted in the early hours of Tuesday on his social media platform, Truth Social. The US president's remark comes amid fresh trade and geopolitical flashpoints that threaten to undo the fragile truce achieved just weeks ago.

Amid US-China trade deal growing tension, US President Donald Trump has called negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping ‘very tough’.&nbsp;

Trump calls Xi ‘extremely hard to make a deal with’ as US-China trade war flares up again

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order doubling import tariffs on steel and aluminium from 25 to 50 per cent, a move that has sparked fresh concerns of a global trade flare-up.&nbsp;&nbsp;The decision, effective from June 5, has exempted the United Kingdom for now, thanks to an ongoing bilateral agreement, but other trading partners, including Canada, Mexico and the European Union, are preparing countermeasures.<h2>US metals tariffs hiked to 50 per cent</h2>Trump’s new order raises the stakes in an already tense global trade environment. In a proclamation signed late Tuesday, he authorised a 50 per cent duty on most imported steel and aluminium, citing the need to bolster domestic industry. “Nobody’s going to be able to steal your industry… at 50 per cent, they can no longer get over the fence,” Trump said during a rally at a US Steel plant, as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp;The hike marks the second major tariff escalation since March, when Trump first reimposed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and 10 per cent on aluminium, using Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, a clause that allows tariffs in the name of national security. “We started at 25 and then, after studying the data more, realised more help is needed,” said White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett at a steel conference in Washington, according to Reuters.<h2>UK temporarily escapes the tariff blow for now&nbsp;</h2>The United Kingdom has been spared, for now. Under a preliminary trade understanding known as the Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD), signed on May 8, UK metal exports will continue to face the original 25 per cent tariff, not the new 50 per cent rate. The deal is yet to be fully ratified in Parliament, and the exemption remains conditional.&nbsp;In the order, Trump said the UK deserved “different treatment” due to the EPD but warned that the 50 per cent tariff could still be applied on or after July 9 if the agreement does not fully materialise. Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, who met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Paris, welcomed the temporary relief and reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to implementing the agreement.&nbsp;Gareth Stace, Director General of UK Steel, said the exemption was “a welcome pause,” but warned of uncertainty. “The introduction of 50 per cent tariffs immediately puts the shutters up… most of our orders, if not all of them, will now be cancelled,” he told Reuters.<h2>Tariffs take effect as deadline for new trade offers looms</h2>The tariff spike also coincides with a broader Trump deadline; June 5 marks the date by which trading partners were expected to submit their “best offers” to avoid additional tariffs, part of Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” duties set to kick in from July 8.&nbsp;As reported by Reuters, the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) recently sent letters to multiple governments asking for detailed proposals, including commitments on reducing tariffs, addressing non-tariff barriers, and purchasing more US goods. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the letters were intended as a “friendly reminder.”&nbsp;So far, only the UK has struck a deal in principle. Other major trading partners, including Canada and Mexico, have warned of retaliation. “It makes no sense for the United States to levy a tariff on a product in which you have a surplus,” Mexico’s Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard told Reuters, noting that Mexico imports more steel from the US than it exports there.<h2>Global steel and aluminium trade reels under pressure</h2>The global steel and aluminium sectors are already seeing ripple effects. US steel imports fell 17 per cent in April compared to March, according to data from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Census Bureau data cited by Bloomberg shows that Canada and Mexico,&nbsp;the first and third largest exporters of steel to the US, will be hit hardest.&nbsp;Canada also faces steep exposure on the aluminium front, as it supplies nearly half of US aluminium imports, more than twice that of the next ten countries combined, according to official US trade data reviewed by Reuters.&nbsp;Domestic price shocks have followed. Aluminium premiums in the US have more than doubled since the start of the year, with Bloomberg reporting a surge in market volatility due to the abrupt policy shift.&nbsp;Business leaders have raised alarms. Chad Bartusek, Director of Supply Chain at Illinois-based Drill Rod &amp; Tool Steels, told Reuters that he woke up to a 50 per cent tariff bill of $145,000, double what he expected. “It’s one punch after another,” he said, adding that his firm has had to raise prices by up to 14 per cent and reduce workers’ hours.&nbsp;Economists, too, remain sceptical. Erica York, Vice President of Federal Tax Policy at the Tax Foundation, warned of broader fallout. “It’s just very foolish to double down on this type of tariff,” she told Reuters. York pointed to a 2020 analysis showing that Trump’s earlier tariffs created about 1,000 steel jobs but cost the economy 75,000 jobs in downstream industries.<h2>What lies ahead?</h2>As Trump’s trade deadline looms, the global metals market waits in limbo. While the UK has secured a temporary reprieve, much of the world, including close allies, continues to face stiff levies. Whether these measures ultimately protect American industry or deepen global economic fragmentation remains to be seen.&nbsp;For now, businesses, trade diplomats and economists alike are bracing for the next round of negotiations or the next wave of tariffs.

This decision, effective June 5, exempts the UK temporarily under a bilateral agreement. 

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order doubling import tariffs on steel and aluminium from 25 to 50 per cent, a move that has sparked fresh concerns of a global trade flare-up. The decision, effective from June 5, has exempted the United Kingdom for now, thanks to an ongoing bilateral agreement, but other trading partners, including Canada, Mexico and the European Union, are preparing countermeasures. US metals tariffs hiked to 50 per cent Trump’s new order raises the stakes in an already tense global trade environment. In a proclamation signed late Tuesday, he authorised a 50 per cent duty on most imported steel and aluminium, citing the need to bolster domestic industry. “Nobody’s going to be able to steal your industry… at 50 per cent, they can no longer get over the fence,” Trump said during a rally at a US Steel plant, as quoted by Reuters. The hike marks the second major tariff escalation since March, when Trump first reimposed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and 10 per cent on aluminium, using Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, a clause that allows tariffs in the name of national security. “We started at 25 and then, after studying the data more, realised more help is needed,” said White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett at a steel conference in Washington, according to Reuters. UK temporarily escapes the tariff blow for now The United Kingdom has been spared, for now. Under a preliminary trade understanding known as the Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD), signed on May 8, UK metal exports will continue to face the original 25 per cent tariff, not the new 50 per cent rate. The deal is yet to be fully ratified in Parliament, and the exemption remains conditional. In the order, Trump said the UK deserved “different treatment” due to the EPD but warned that the 50 per cent tariff could still be applied on or after July 9 if the agreement does not fully materialise. Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, who met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Paris, welcomed the temporary relief and reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to implementing the agreement. Gareth Stace, Director General of UK Steel, said the exemption was “a welcome pause,” but warned of uncertainty. “The introduction of 50 per cent tariffs immediately puts the shutters up… most of our orders, if not all of them, will now be cancelled,” he told Reuters. Tariffs take effect as deadline for new trade offers looms The tariff spike also coincides with a broader Trump deadline; June 5 marks the date by which trading partners were expected to submit their “best offers” to avoid additional tariffs, part of Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” duties set to kick in from July 8. As reported by Reuters, the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) recently sent letters to multiple governments asking for detailed proposals, including commitments on reducing tariffs, addressing non-tariff barriers, and purchasing more US goods. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the letters were intended as a “friendly reminder.” So far, only the UK has struck a deal in principle. Other major trading partners, including Canada and Mexico, have warned of retaliation. “It makes no sense for the United States to levy a tariff on a product in which you have a surplus,” Mexico’s Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard told Reuters, noting that Mexico imports more steel from the US than it exports there. Global steel and aluminium trade reels under pressure The global steel and aluminium sectors are already seeing ripple effects. US steel imports fell 17 per cent in April compared to March, according to data from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Census Bureau data cited by Bloomberg shows that Canada and Mexico, the first and third largest exporters of steel to the US, will be hit hardest. Canada also faces steep exposure on the aluminium front, as it supplies nearly half of US aluminium imports, more than twice that of the next ten countries combined, according to official US trade data reviewed by Reuters. Domestic price shocks have followed. Aluminium premiums in the US have more than doubled since the start of the year, with Bloomberg reporting a surge in market volatility due to the abrupt policy shift. Business leaders have raised alarms. Chad Bartusek, Director of Supply Chain at Illinois-based Drill Rod & Tool Steels, told Reuters that he woke up to a 50 per cent tariff bill of $145,000, double what he expected. “It’s one punch after another,” he said, adding that his firm has had to raise prices by up to 14 per cent and reduce workers’ hours. Economists, too, remain sceptical. Erica York, Vice President of Federal Tax Policy at the Tax Foundation, warned of broader fallout. “It’s just very foolish to double down on this type of tariff,” she told Reuters. York pointed to a 2020 analysis showing that Trump’s earlier tariffs created about 1,000 steel jobs but cost the economy 75,000 jobs in downstream industries. What lies ahead? As Trump’s trade deadline looms, the global metals market waits in limbo. While the UK has secured a temporary reprieve, much of the world, including close allies, continues to face stiff levies. Whether these measures ultimately protect American industry or deepen global economic fragmentation remains to be seen. For now, businesses, trade diplomats and economists alike are bracing for the next round of negotiations or the next wave of tariffs.

Amid global trade tension, US President Trump has signed an executive order raising import tariffs on steel and aluminium to 50 per cent.&nbsp;

Trump doubles US steel and aluminium tariffs to 50%; UK temporarily spared amid wider trade war

In a dramatic escalation of tensions between two high-profile allies, Elon Musk has publicly denounced US President Donald Trump’s flagship tax and spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination”.&nbsp;&nbsp;The tech mogul’s blunt criticism comes just days after his abrupt departure from the Trump administration, ending his short-lived role as head of a federal cost-cutting task force.&nbsp;Musk’s comments mark the clearest break yet between the Tesla CEO and the Republican president he once endorsed and worked alongside.&nbsp;&nbsp;The billionaire, who donated over $250 million to Trump’s 2024 campaign and was handpicked to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), now finds himself among the bill’s most vocal critics.<h2>What did Musk say?</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1929954109689606359?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Taking to X on Tuesday, Musk lashed out at the legislation, saying: “This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it”, as quoted by Reuters on 3 June.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It will massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion (!!!) and burden America citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt <a href="https://t.co/dHCj3pprJO">https://t.co/dHCj3pprJO</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1929955052527202503?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He further claimed that the legislation “will massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion (!!!) and burden America citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt”, Musk wrote on X.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In November next year, we fire all politicians who betrayed the American people <a href="https://t.co/GTRc9Rjled">https://t.co/GTRc9Rjled</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1929984535456035202?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In another pointed remark on X, Musk warned: “In November next year, we fire all politicians who betrayed the American people."

Musk’s frustrations reportedly extended beyond the broader economic implications. According to reports, one of the specific sticking points was the denial of a proposal to have air traffic control run via his Starlink satellite system, &nbsp;rejected over conflict of interest and technology concerns.<h2>What is Trump’s tax-cut and spending bill?</h2>Passed by the House of Representatives last month by a single vote, Trump’s controversial bill is a centerpiece of his second-term agenda.&nbsp;It seeks to extend the 2017 tax cuts introduced during his first term, increase defence spending, and allocate billions towards mass deportation of undocumented immigrants.The legislation also raises the US debt ceiling to $4 trillion, a move that has drawn sharp rebukes from fiscal conservatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates the bill will add $3.8 trillion to the US federal debt, which currently stands at more than $36.2 trillion, according to Reuters.&nbsp;While Trump has defended the proposal as “one big, beautiful bill”, according to Reuters, critics within and outside his party are growing louder. Republican Senator Rand Paul told CBS News that the GOP “will own the debt once they vote for this” and reaffirmed his opposition to any increase in the debt ceiling.&nbsp;Despite the backlash, Senate Republicans are pressing ahead. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said: “We have an agenda that everybody campaigned on, most notably the president,” as reported by the BBC. He also told reporters, as quoted by Reuters: “My hope is that as [Musk] has an opportunity to further assess what this bill actually does, that he comes to a different conclusion.”<h2>Musk’s journey: From Trump supporter to critic</h2>Musk’s fiery condemnation is particularly striking given his recent proximity to Trump’s political and administrative machinery. A vocal supporter of Trump during the 2024 campaign, Musk contributed over $250 million to the re-election effort.&nbsp;He was later appointed to lead DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency where he oversaw attempts to reform federal spending. His tenure lasted 129 days and formally ended on 31 May. Upon his departure, Trump said, “He will, always, be with us, helping all the way,” according to Reuters.&nbsp;Signs of strain had already begun to emerge before Musk’s exit. In an interview a week prior, he called the bill “disappointing”, according to Bloomberg, and warned that it would undermine DOGE’s objectives. He amplified that criticism after leaving the administration, with the latest comments representing his most severe rebuke yet.&nbsp;Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson, a key architect of the bill, claimed he had a 20-minute call with Musk on Monday. Speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill, Johnson said: “My friend Elon is terribly wrong… it’s a very important first start. Elon is missing it,” as quoted by the BBC. Johnson also expressed surprise at Musk’s public opposition, saying: “I just deeply regret he’s made this mistake,” according to BBC.<h2>Republican backlash and bipartisan ripples</h2>Other Republican lawmakers also pushed back. Thune and Johnson reiterated their commitment to the bill’s passage despite Musk’s criticism. Johnson acknowledged that the removal of electric vehicle tax credits could “have an effect” on Tesla, but insisted the bill remains “very important”, according to BBC.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Democrats seized on Musk’s remarks to reinforce their own objections. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said: “Even Elon Musk, who’s been part of the whole process and is one of Trump’s buddies, said the bill is bad. We can imagine how bad this bill is,” as reported by the BBC.&nbsp;White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed Musk’s attack, stating: “The President already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill. It doesn’t change the President’s opinion. This is one big, beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it,” Reuters reported.<h2>A widening rift with November stakes</h2>The fracture between Trump and Musk highlights deeper ideological divides within the Republican party, particularly around fiscal conservatism, government debt, and economic priorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;With Trump aiming for Senate passage by 4 July, the next few weeks will determine whether his legislative ambitions survive intra-party rebellion.&nbsp;Though Musk’s time in the Trump administration is over, his scathing assessment of the bill and his call to oust those who supported it, signal a new phase in his political engagement.&nbsp;&nbsp;For a figure once central to Trump’s cost-cutting crusade, Musk now appears to be positioning himself as its loudest dissenting voice.&nbsp;

Musk further claimed it would worsen the budget deficit and burden citizens with debt, urging accountability for politicians.

In a dramatic escalation of tensions between two high-profile allies, Elon Musk has publicly denounced US President Donald Trump’s flagship tax and spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination”. The tech mogul’s blunt criticism comes just days after his abrupt departure from the Trump administration, ending his short-lived role as head of a federal cost-cutting task force. Musk’s comments mark the clearest break yet between the Tesla CEO and the Republican president he once endorsed and worked alongside. The billionaire, who donated over $250 million to Trump’s 2024 campaign and was handpicked to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), now finds himself among the bill’s most vocal critics. What did Musk say?

Elon Musk criticized President Trump's tax and spending bill as a "disgusting abomination," marking a stark break from his previous support.

Elon Musk slams Trump’s tax bill as ‘a disgusting abomination’, warns of political fallout

As US talks with China ramp up, American president Donald Trump is likely to delay the ban on TikTok, a social media platform that has long been in discussion in US. Presently, Trump's previous TikTok ban, that mandates that its parent company, China's ByteDance, divest from the US version of the video-sharing app, is set to expires on June 19.&nbsp;"The president has said he’s willing to (announce another extension) if it has to happen,” a government official familiar with Trump’s thinking told On The Money of the Post on Tuesday (June 3). The official further said that China is &nbsp;using TikTok as a “bargaining chip,” noting, “The Chinese just want to hold this up as leverage in the trade talks.”&nbsp;"It’ll be protected. It’ll be very strongly protected. But if it needs an extension, I would be willing to give it an extension,” Trump had told NBC News while agreeing that he has a “little sweet spot” for TikTok in his heart.<h2>TikTok could go dark if...</h2>&nbsp;Earlier, &nbsp;Trump ally Larry Ellison's Oracle had revealed that Trump was willing to acquire Chinese social giant's US part. But before the talks could move ahead, Trump announced d his so-called ‘Liberation Day’ trade war earlier this year with steep tariffs on Chinese goods, some as high as 145%.&nbsp;But, Trump now seems to view the app differently. “He believes the app, popular with younger Americans, helped get him elected in 2024,” a Wall Street banker said in the report.&nbsp;He also warned that the US president might let TikTok "go dark on June 19, if he believes that the act would give him an edge at the negotiation table.&nbsp;

TikTok to be banned on June 19 in US? Here is what we know 

As US talks with China ramp up, American president Donald Trump is likely to delay the ban on TikTok, a social media platform that has long been in discussion in US. Presently, Trump's previous TikTok ban, that mandates that its parent company, China's ByteDance, divest from the US version of the video-sharing app, is set to expires on June 19. "The president has said he’s willing to (announce another extension) if it has to happen,” a government official familiar with Trump’s thinking told On The Money of the Post on Tuesday (June 3). The official further said that China is using TikTok as a “bargaining chip,” noting, “The Chinese just want to hold this up as leverage in the trade talks.” "It’ll be protected. It’ll be very strongly protected. But if it needs an extension, I would be willing to give it an extension,” Trump had told NBC News while agreeing that he has a “little sweet spot” for TikTok in his heart. TikTok could go dark if... Earlier, Trump ally Larry Ellison's Oracle had revealed that Trump was willing to acquire Chinese social giant's US part. But before the talks could move ahead, Trump announced d his so-called ‘Liberation Day’ trade war earlier this year with steep tariffs on Chinese goods, some as high as 145%. But, Trump now seems to view the app differently. “He believes the app, popular with younger Americans, helped get him elected in 2024,” a Wall Street banker said in the report. He also warned that the US president might let TikTok "go dark on June 19, if he believes that the act would give him an edge at the negotiation table.

Presently, Trump's previous TikTok ban, that mandates that its parent company, China's ByteDance, divest from the US version of the video-sharing app, is set to expires on June 19.

TikTok to be banned on June 19 in US? Here's what we know

Tech billionaire Elon Musk launched a scathing attack on a major Trump-backed spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination” in a series of posts on X. The legislation, heavily supported by President Donald Trump and his allies, includes deep cuts to Medicaid and extends tax breaks first introduced in 2017.“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore,” Musk wrote. “This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it,” he added.<h2>Bill could add $2.5 trillion to the deficit, watchdog warns</h2>The bill passed the House in May with backing from nearly all Republican lawmakers. According to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, the legislation could add $2.5 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade.Musk, who recently stepped down as an advisor to Trump, warned that the bill would increase the country’s already growing debt burden.“It will massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion (!!!) and burden American citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt,” he wrote.“Congress is making America bankrupt,” Musk added in another post.<h2>White House stands by Trump’s plan</h2>Despite Musk’s criticism, the White House brushed off his comments during a press briefing on Tuesday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the bill, saying President Trump’s opinion remains unchanged.“The president already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill, it doesn’t change his opinion,” Leavitt told reporters. “This is one big, beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it,” she added.This isn’t the first time Musk has criticised the bill, his earlier statements were more measured. In a recent CBS interview, he expressed disappointment in the bill’s impact on government spending and efficiency.“I was like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decrease it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing,” Musk said.“I think a bill can be big, or it could be beautiful. I don’t know if it could be both,” he added.

Despite Musk’s criticism, the White House brushed off his comments during a press briefing on Tuesday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the bill, saying President Trump’s opinion remains unchanged.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk launched a scathing attack on a major Trump-backed spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination” in a series of posts on X. The legislation, heavily supported by President Donald Trump and his allies, includes deep cuts to Medicaid and extends tax breaks first introduced in 2017. “I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore,” Musk wrote. “This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it,” he added. Bill could add $2.5 trillion to the deficit, watchdog warns The bill passed the House in May with backing from nearly all Republican lawmakers. According to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, the legislation could add $2.5 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade. Musk, who recently stepped down as an advisor to Trump, warned that the bill would increase the country’s already growing debt burden. “It will massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion (!!!) and burden American citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt,” he wrote. “Congress is making America bankrupt,” Musk added in another post. White House stands by Trump’s plan Despite Musk’s criticism, the White House brushed off his comments during a press briefing on Tuesday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the bill, saying President Trump’s opinion remains unchanged. “The president already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill, it doesn’t change his opinion,” Leavitt told reporters. “This is one big, beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it,” she added. This isn’t the first time Musk has criticised the bill, his earlier statements were more measured. In a recent CBS interview, he expressed disappointment in the bill’s impact on government spending and efficiency. “I was like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decrease it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing,” Musk said. “I think a bill can be big, or it could be beautiful. I don’t know if it could be both,” he added.

Despite Musk’s criticism, the White House brushed off his comments during a press briefing on Tuesday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the bill, saying President Trump’s opinion remains unchanged.

'Making America bankrupt’: Elon Musk slams Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill, says ‘shame on those who voted for it’

US President Donald Trump claimed his tariffs are driving strong economic growth. But just hours after his latest boast on Truth Social, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) released a bleak forecast pointing to a global slowdown, blaming, in part, the very trade policies Trump continues to defend.“Because of Tariffs, our Economy is BOOMING!” Trump wrote early Tuesday. However, the OECD report paints a different picture.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-applied-there-and-didn-t-get-in-journalist-reveals-why-trump-is-beating-up-harvard-us-president-responds-1748948035479">'I applied there, and didn’t get in': Journalist reveals why Trump is ‘beating up’ Harvard, US president responds</a><h2>Global and US growth both projected to decline</h2>The OECD, based in Paris, said global economic growth is expected to drop to 2.9 per cent in 2025, down from 3.3 per cent in 2024. The US economy is predicted to slow even more sharply, from 2.8 per cent this year to just 1.6 per cent in 2025, according to Bloomberg.Economists at the OECD cited trade disruptions, rising uncertainty, and inflationary pressure as key reasons for the weaker outlook. “Lower growth and less trade will hit incomes and slow job growth,” said Alvaro Pereira, the OECD’s chief economist.The report also noted that a shrinking federal workforce in the US is contributing to the economic slowdown.<h2>OECD flags Trump’s tariffs as major threat</h2>The OECD directly linked the gloomy forecast to Trump’s aggressive trade policies. Since his April 2 “Liberation Day” announcement, which included 145 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, global markets have been in turmoil.China responded with its own 125 per cent tax on US imports, sparking a full-blown trade war. Though both sides agreed to de-escalate in mid-May, with the US lowering tariffs to 30 per cent and China dropping its own to 10 per cent, tensions have quickly returned.Over the weekend, Trump claimed China had “TOTALLY VIOLATED” the agreement, while Beijing accused the US of repeatedly provoking “new trade frictions.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/illegal-immigrants-able-bodied-non-workers-7-6-million-in-us-may-lose-medicaid-but-trump-admin-says-they-didn-t-deserve-it-1748950718358">Illegal immigrants, ‘able-bodied’ non-workers: 7.6 million in US may lose Medicaid, but Trump admin says they ‘didn't deserve it’</a><h2>OECD trade ministers gather in Paris amid growing concerns</h2>As the trade war deepens, OECD trade ministers from 38 countries are meeting in Paris this week. Officials include US trade representative Jamieson Greer, EU commissioner Maros Sefcovic, and Lin Feng from China’s Ministry of Commerce.The agenda is clear, lower tariffs, ease global tensions, and restore confidence in trade systems shaken by months of back-and-forth action.But as the world’s largest economies clash, the OECD warned that things could worsen if retaliatory actions continue, investor confidence falls further, or stock markets tumble again.

The OECD, based in Paris, said global economic growth is expected to drop to 2.9 per cent in 2025, down from 3.3 per cent in 2024. The US economy is predicted to slow even more sharply, from 2.8 per cent this year to just 1.6 per cent in 2025, according to Bloomberg.

US President Donald Trump claimed his tariffs are driving strong economic growth. But just hours after his latest boast on Truth Social, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) released a bleak forecast pointing to a global slowdown, blaming, in part, the very trade policies Trump continues to defend. “Because of Tariffs, our Economy is BOOMING!” Trump wrote early Tuesday. However, the OECD report paints a different picture. Also read: 'I applied there, and didn’t get in': Journalist reveals why Trump is ‘beating up’ Harvard, US president responds Global and US growth both projected to decline The OECD, based in Paris, said global economic growth is expected to drop to 2.9 per cent in 2025, down from 3.3 per cent in 2024. The US economy is predicted to slow even more sharply, from 2.8 per cent this year to just 1.6 per cent in 2025, according to Bloomberg. Economists at the OECD cited trade disruptions, rising uncertainty, and inflationary pressure as key reasons for the weaker outlook. “Lower growth and less trade will hit incomes and slow job growth,” said Alvaro Pereira, the OECD’s chief economist. The report also noted that a shrinking federal workforce in the US is contributing to the economic slowdown. OECD flags Trump’s tariffs as major threat The OECD directly linked the gloomy forecast to Trump’s aggressive trade policies. Since his April 2 “Liberation Day” announcement, which included 145 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, global markets have been in turmoil. China responded with its own 125 per cent tax on US imports, sparking a full-blown trade war. Though both sides agreed to de-escalate in mid-May, with the US lowering tariffs to 30 per cent and China dropping its own to 10 per cent, tensions have quickly returned. Over the weekend, Trump claimed China had “TOTALLY VIOLATED” the agreement, while Beijing accused the US of repeatedly provoking “new trade frictions.” Also Read: Illegal immigrants, ‘able-bodied’ non-workers: 7.6 million in US may lose Medicaid, but Trump admin says they ‘didn't deserve it’ OECD trade ministers gather in Paris amid growing concerns As the trade war deepens, OECD trade ministers from 38 countries are meeting in Paris this week. Officials include US trade representative Jamieson Greer, EU commissioner Maros Sefcovic, and Lin Feng from China’s Ministry of Commerce. The agenda is clear, lower tariffs, ease global tensions, and restore confidence in trade systems shaken by months of back-and-forth action. But as the world’s largest economies clash, the OECD warned that things could worsen if retaliatory actions continue, investor confidence falls further, or stock markets tumble again.

The OECD, based in Paris, said global economic growth is expected to drop to 2.9 per cent in 2025, down from 3.3 per cent in 2024. The US economy is predicted to slow even more sharply, from 2.8 per cent this year to just 1.6 per cent in 2025, according to Bloomberg.

Trump claims economy is ‘booming’, but global forecast says his tariffs are dragging growth down

American comedian and writer Jon Stewart did not hesitate to comment on Elon Musk, Trump's "closest buddy", slamming him on how the DOGE founder left US President Donald Trump's White House.Stewart put light on how far Musk has fallen during Trump's second term.He showed a picture of Musk at a Trump campaign event, where he was seen jumping with joy. "Look at the poor b*****d", Stewart said.“He went from this...” Stewart said, gesturing to the happy photo, “...to this.”Stewart then showed a recent picture of Musk from his farewell press conference, in which he was not smiling.“Look at this f---ing guy,” Stewart joked. “He went from tech titan, given a mandate to move fast and crush the deep state, to... guy who had a bad night in Nashville at a bar he can’t remember.”Stewart said, "He's beaten down", adding, "He’s got that look on his face that I imagine his employees normally have. Black eye, 1,000-yard stare. This dude has seen some s--t.”He further noted that Musk spent "$300 million of his own money to get Trump elected, and irreparably damaged his personal brand and almost all of his business,” adding that he’d gotten nothing of value in return.On May 30, Trump held a press conference in the Oval Office for Elon Musk as a farewell for his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).This comes after Musk spent 130 days in the Trump administration firing tens of thousands of civil servants and sparking dozens of lawsuits over potential misuse of Americans’ personal data.The US president hailed Musk for leading “the most sweeping and consequential government reform program in generations.”“Elon gave an incredible service. There’s nobody like him, and he had to go through the slings and the arrows, which is a shame, because he's an incredible patriot. The good news is that 90% of the country knows that, and they appreciate it, and they really appreciate what he did,” Trump said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-little-stuck-in-a-bind-elon-musk-reveals-he-was-not-okay-with-everything-trump-administration-was-doing-1748848244346">Also read: 'Little stuck in a bind': Elon Musk reveals he was not okay with everything Trump administration was doing</a>

On May 30, Trump held a press conference in the Oval Office for Elon Musk as a farewell for his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

American comedian and writer Jon Stewart did not hesitate to comment on Elon Musk, Trump's "closest buddy", slamming him on how the DOGE founder left US President Donald Trump's White House. Stewart put light on how far Musk has fallen during Trump's second term. He showed a picture of Musk at a Trump campaign event, where he was seen jumping with joy. "Look at the poor b*****d", Stewart said. “He went from this...” Stewart said, gesturing to the happy photo, “...to this.” Stewart then showed a recent picture of Musk from his farewell press conference, in which he was not smiling. “Look at this f---ing guy,” Stewart joked. “He went from tech titan, given a mandate to move fast and crush the deep state, to... guy who had a bad night in Nashville at a bar he can’t remember.” Stewart said, "He's beaten down", adding, "He’s got that look on his face that I imagine his employees normally have. Black eye, 1,000-yard stare. This dude has seen some s--t.” He further noted that Musk spent "$300 million of his own money to get Trump elected, and irreparably damaged his personal brand and almost all of his business,” adding that he’d gotten nothing of value in return. On May 30, Trump held a press conference in the Oval Office for Elon Musk as a farewell for his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This comes after Musk spent 130 days in the Trump administration firing tens of thousands of civil servants and sparking dozens of lawsuits over potential misuse of Americans’ personal data. The US president hailed Musk for leading “the most sweeping and consequential government reform program in generations.” “Elon gave an incredible service. There’s nobody like him, and he had to go through the slings and the arrows, which is a shame, because he's an incredible patriot. The good news is that 90% of the country knows that, and they appreciate it, and they really appreciate what he did,” Trump said. Also read: 'Little stuck in a bind': Elon Musk reveals he was not okay with everything Trump administration was doing

On May 30, Trump held a press conference in the Oval Office for Elon Musk as a farewell for his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

'Poor b***ard got beaten down': Jon Stewart slams Trump's closest buddy Elon Musk after he leaves White House

Trump’s border security adviser Tom Homan warned that he is convinced that the US will suffer a major terrorist attack because of former US president Joe Biden's immigration and border policies.Trump's border czar said there's a possibility of a 9/11 style attack conducted by migrants who illegally snuck across the southern border under Joe Biden."It's coming," he said about the possibility of 9/11-styled attack. "I'm convinced something's coming unless we can find them. It’s only a matter of time," Homan added.Homan expressed concerns about the roughly two million so called "gotaway" migrants whom Border Patrol agents never apprehended during the previous administration.“These 2 million known gotaways scares the hell out of me,” Homan said, adding that he fears some could be terrorists.While speaking to Fox News host Sean Hannity, the border czar said that it was shocking for him that millions of migrants went to great and extensive heights to avoid detection when the Biden administration was quickly releasing illegal border-crossers into the US.“Why did 2 million illegal aliens pay more to get away?” Homan told Hannity. “They could have paid half of what they paid to cross the border, turn themselves in to Border Patrol agents, get released that same day, get a free airline ticket to the city of their choice, get a free hotel room, get three meals a day, plus free medical care and work authorization.”“Two million people paid more to get away,” he said. “They didn’t want to be vetted. They didn’t want to be fingerprinted. Why?”“This scares the hell out of me and I’ve been doing this for 40 years. It should have scared the hell out of every American what the Biden administration did.”He further described the "gotaways" as the "biggest national security vulnerability this country’s ever seen”, predicting that the US will be dealing with the effects of Biden's border policies for the "next 10 years".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/focus-on-fixing-catholic-church-donald-trumps-border-czar-tom-homan-tells-pope-8653738">Also read: 'Focus on fixing Catholic Church': Donald Trump's border czar Tom Homan tells Pope</a>

Trump's border czar said there's a possibility of a 9/11 style attack conducted by migrants who illegally snuck across the southern border under Joe Biden.

Trump’s border security adviser Tom Homan warned that he is convinced that the US will suffer a major terrorist attack because of former US president Joe Biden's immigration and border policies. Trump's border czar said there's a possibility of a 9/11 style attack conducted by migrants who illegally snuck across the southern border under Joe Biden. "It's coming," he said about the possibility of 9/11-styled attack. "I'm convinced something's coming unless we can find them. It’s only a matter of time," Homan added. Homan expressed concerns about the roughly two million so called "gotaway" migrants whom Border Patrol agents never apprehended during the previous administration. “These 2 million known gotaways scares the hell out of me,” Homan said, adding that he fears some could be terrorists. While speaking to Fox News host Sean Hannity, the border czar said that it was shocking for him that millions of migrants went to great and extensive heights to avoid detection when the Biden administration was quickly releasing illegal border-crossers into the US. “Why did 2 million illegal aliens pay more to get away?” Homan told Hannity. “They could have paid half of what they paid to cross the border, turn themselves in to Border Patrol agents, get released that same day, get a free airline ticket to the city of their choice, get a free hotel room, get three meals a day, plus free medical care and work authorization.” “Two million people paid more to get away,” he said. “They didn’t want to be vetted. They didn’t want to be fingerprinted. Why?” “This scares the hell out of me and I’ve been doing this for 40 years. It should have scared the hell out of every American what the Biden administration did.” He further described the "gotaways" as the "biggest national security vulnerability this country’s ever seen”, predicting that the US will be dealing with the effects of Biden's border policies for the "next 10 years". Also read: 'Focus on fixing Catholic Church': Donald Trump's border czar Tom Homan tells Pope

Trump's border czar said there's a possibility of a 9/11 style attack conducted by migrants who illegally snuck across the southern border under Joe Biden.&nbsp;

'Scares the hell out of me': Trump's border czar warns '9/11-style terror attack is coming' because of Biden's border policies

&nbsp;The White House is preparing to take on criticism from Senate Republicans over planned Medicaid cuts by arguing that the changes will only impact those who, in their view, should not have been on the programme in the first place.A group of Republican senators has raised concerns about the proposed cuts to Medicaid in the major tax and spending package passed by the House last month. However, senior officials close to President Donald Trump told POLITICO the reductions are designed to exclude undocumented immigrants and able-bodied individuals who are not working.“This bill will preserve and protect the programs, the social safety net, but it will make it much more common sense,” said Russ Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, on Sunday. “That’s what this bill does. No one will lose coverage as a result,” he added.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-applied-there-and-didn-t-get-in-journalist-reveals-why-trump-is-beating-up-harvard-us-president-responds-1748948035479">'I applied there, and didn’t get in': Journalist reveals why Trump is ‘beating up’ Harvard, US president responds</a><h2>Work rules and immigration status key to new eligibility</h2>The legislation would introduce new work requirements for Medicaid and block undocumented immigrants from accessing the programme. Supporters of the bill argue these measures will result in hundreds of billions in savings over the next ten years.According to official projections, around 7.6 million low-income people could lose coverage as a result of the proposed changes. While the White House claims the focus is on narrowing eligibility to those who “deserve” assistance, health experts warn that the effects may extend well beyond undocumented immigrants and unemployed adults.Additional paperwork and tougher requirements could make it more difficult for eligible Americans to stay enrolled, leading to many losing coverage even if they meet the criteria.<h2>Trump officials stress support for elderly and disabled</h2>The administration has continued to publicly stress that the plan will not affect elderly or disabled Americans who rely on Medicaid.“Medicaid does not belong to people who are here illegally, and it does not belong to capable and able-bodied men who refuse to work,” said one White House official.White House spokesperson Kush Desai said Trump would “protect and preserve Medicaid” by “kicking illegal immigrants off of the program and implementing commonsense work requirements,” adding that the public had voted for such policies.<h2>Lessons from past backlash</h2>The proposed changes come despite Republicans facing major setbacks in 2017 over attempts to roll back health care coverage. Efforts to repeal Obamacare that year were met with strong public opposition and were seen as a factor in the GOP’s poor performance in the following midterm elections.But Trump officials believe the current strategy could prove more popular, especially if the cuts are seen as targeted efforts to protect the system for those who need it most.The messaging is also in line with Trump’s policy, framing policies as simple choices between those who belong and those who do not. Just as he has done with immigration and trade, Trump is presenting Medicaid reform as a way to protect American resources from those he sees as taking unfair advantage.

The legislation would introduce new work requirements for Medicaid and block undocumented immigrants from accessing the programme. Supporters of the bill argue these measures will result in hundreds of billions in savings over the next ten years.

The White House is preparing to take on criticism from Senate Republicans over planned Medicaid cuts by arguing that the changes will only impact those who, in their view, should not have been on the programme in the first place. A group of Republican senators has raised concerns about the proposed cuts to Medicaid in the major tax and spending package passed by the House last month. However, senior officials close to President Donald Trump told POLITICO the reductions are designed to exclude undocumented immigrants and able-bodied individuals who are not working. “This bill will preserve and protect the programs, the social safety net, but it will make it much more common sense,” said Russ Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, on Sunday. “That’s what this bill does. No one will lose coverage as a result,” he added. Also read: 'I applied there, and didn’t get in': Journalist reveals why Trump is ‘beating up’ Harvard, US president responds Work rules and immigration status key to new eligibility The legislation would introduce new work requirements for Medicaid and block undocumented immigrants from accessing the programme. Supporters of the bill argue these measures will result in hundreds of billions in savings over the next ten years. According to official projections, around 7.6 million low-income people could lose coverage as a result of the proposed changes. While the White House claims the focus is on narrowing eligibility to those who “deserve” assistance, health experts warn that the effects may extend well beyond undocumented immigrants and unemployed adults. Additional paperwork and tougher requirements could make it more difficult for eligible Americans to stay enrolled, leading to many losing coverage even if they meet the criteria. Trump officials stress support for elderly and disabled The administration has continued to publicly stress that the plan will not affect elderly or disabled Americans who rely on Medicaid. “Medicaid does not belong to people who are here illegally, and it does not belong to capable and able-bodied men who refuse to work,” said one White House official. White House spokesperson Kush Desai said Trump would “protect and preserve Medicaid” by “kicking illegal immigrants off of the program and implementing commonsense work requirements,” adding that the public had voted for such policies. Lessons from past backlash The proposed changes come despite Republicans facing major setbacks in 2017 over attempts to roll back health care coverage. Efforts to repeal Obamacare that year were met with strong public opposition and were seen as a factor in the GOP’s poor performance in the following midterm elections. But Trump officials believe the current strategy could prove more popular, especially if the cuts are seen as targeted efforts to protect the system for those who need it most. The messaging is also in line with Trump’s policy, framing policies as simple choices between those who belong and those who do not. Just as he has done with immigration and trade, Trump is presenting Medicaid reform as a way to protect American resources from those he sees as taking unfair advantage.

The legislation would introduce new work requirements for Medicaid and block undocumented immigrants from accessing the programme. Supporters of the bill argue these measures will result in hundreds of billions in savings over the next ten years.

Illegal immigrants, ‘able-bodied’ non-workers: 7.6 million in US may lose Medicaid, but Trump admin says they ‘didn't deserve it’

US President Donald Trump has responded angrily to claims by journalist and author Michael Wolff, who suggested Trump’s recent attacks on Harvard stem from a personal grudge over not being accepted to the Ivy League university.In an episode of The Daily Beast Podcast, Wolff said, “He didn’t get into Harvard,” and implied that Trump’s aggressive stance against the university may be linked to that. “He needs an enemy. That’s what makes the show great. The Trump show. He picks fantastic enemies, actually. And Harvard, for all it represents, fits right into the Trump show,” Wolff added.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-trump-card-to-trade-deal-soon-trump-s-commerce-secy-reflects-on-us-india-ties-amid-deportations-tariff-war-1748945730894">From 'Trump card' to 'trade deal soon': Trump's commerce secretary reflects on India-US ties amid deportations, tariff war</a><h2>Trump slams Wolff and denies ever applying</h2>Trump reacted furiously to the claim on his social media platform, Truth Social, dismissing Wolff as a “Third Rate Reporter.”“Michael Wolff, a Third Rate Reporter, who is laughed at even by the scoundrels of the Fake News, recently stated that the only reason I’m ‘beating up’ on Harvard, is because I applied there, and didn’t get in,” Trump posted on Monday.“That story is totally FALSE, I never applied to Harvard,” he continued. “I graduated from the Wharton School of Finance at the University of Pennsylvania. He is upset because his book about me was a total ‘BOMB.’ Nobody wanted it, because his ‘reporting’ and reputation is so bad!” Trump added.<h2>Trump’s time in university again under scrutiny</h2>Trump has frequently highlighted his degree from Wharton, calling it one of the most difficult schools to get into. He has claimed he graduated at the top of his class, although there is no official confirmation of that.He began his higher education at Fordham University in 1964 before transferring to the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, graduating in 1968 with a degree in economics.But his academic history has faced criticism and scrutiny over the years. His late sister, Maryanne Trump Barry, is said to have told her niece, Mary Trump, that she once drove him around New York to help him get into college and that someone else had taken his entrance exams for him. That claim was later denied by the widow of the man reportedly involved.A 2019 Washington Post report said Trump’s father and brother also helped secure his place at the University of Pennsylvania through a personal connection.<h2>Trump’s Harvard crackdown intensifies</h2>Trump has recently escalated his criticism of Harvard, freezing its federal funding, challenging its tax-exempt status, and even trying to limit its ability to admit international students.He has accused the university of “liberal bias” and antisemitism, using those arguments to justify his tough stance.When asked whether the president had ever applied to Harvard, a White House spokesperson told USA Today that Trump “didn’t need to apply to an overrated, corrupt institution like Harvard to become a successful businessman and the most transformative President in history.”

“Michael Wolff, a Third Rate Reporter, who is laughed at even by the scoundrels of the Fake News, recently stated that the only reason I’m ‘beating up’ on Harvard, is because I applied there, and didn’t get in,” Trump posted on Monday.

US President Donald Trump has responded angrily to claims by journalist and author Michael Wolff, who suggested Trump’s recent attacks on Harvard stem from a personal grudge over not being accepted to the Ivy League university. In an episode of The Daily Beast Podcast, Wolff said, “He didn’t get into Harvard,” and implied that Trump’s aggressive stance against the university may be linked to that. “He needs an enemy. That’s what makes the show great. The Trump show. He picks fantastic enemies, actually. And Harvard, for all it represents, fits right into the Trump show,” Wolff added. Also read: From 'Trump card' to 'trade deal soon': Trump's commerce secretary reflects on India-US ties amid deportations, tariff war Trump slams Wolff and denies ever applying Trump reacted furiously to the claim on his social media platform, Truth Social, dismissing Wolff as a “Third Rate Reporter.” “Michael Wolff, a Third Rate Reporter, who is laughed at even by the scoundrels of the Fake News, recently stated that the only reason I’m ‘beating up’ on Harvard, is because I applied there, and didn’t get in,” Trump posted on Monday. “That story is totally FALSE, I never applied to Harvard,” he continued. “I graduated from the Wharton School of Finance at the University of Pennsylvania. He is upset because his book about me was a total ‘BOMB.’ Nobody wanted it, because his ‘reporting’ and reputation is so bad!” Trump added. Trump’s time in university again under scrutiny Trump has frequently highlighted his degree from Wharton, calling it one of the most difficult schools to get into. He has claimed he graduated at the top of his class, although there is no official confirmation of that. He began his higher education at Fordham University in 1964 before transferring to the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, graduating in 1968 with a degree in economics. But his academic history has faced criticism and scrutiny over the years. His late sister, Maryanne Trump Barry, is said to have told her niece, Mary Trump, that she once drove him around New York to help him get into college and that someone else had taken his entrance exams for him. That claim was later denied by the widow of the man reportedly involved. A 2019 Washington Post report said Trump’s father and brother also helped secure his place at the University of Pennsylvania through a personal connection. Trump’s Harvard crackdown intensifies Trump has recently escalated his criticism of Harvard, freezing its federal funding, challenging its tax-exempt status, and even trying to limit its ability to admit international students. He has accused the university of “liberal bias” and antisemitism, using those arguments to justify his tough stance. When asked whether the president had ever applied to Harvard, a White House spokesperson told USA Today that Trump “didn’t need to apply to an overrated, corrupt institution like Harvard to become a successful businessman and the most transformative President in history.”

“Michael Wolff, a Third Rate Reporter, who is laughed at even by the scoundrels of the Fake News, recently stated that the only reason I’m ‘beating up’ on Harvard, is because I applied there, and didn’t get in,” Trump posted on Monday.

'I applied there, and didn’t get in': Journalist reveals why Trump is ‘beating up’ Harvard, US president responds

US President Donald Trump is open to an invitation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to hold three-way peace talks in Turkey with Ukrainian and Russian leaders, the White House said on Monday (Jun 2).&nbsp;“The president has said he's open to it if it comes to that, but he wants both of these leaders and both sides to come to the table together,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said when asked about the Turkish President's proposal.&nbsp;Following the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul on Monday (Jun 2), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Trump to approve more sanctions to “push” Russia into a full ceasefire.&nbsp;The second round of talks between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations on Monday (Jun 2) has concluded in Istanbul, according to Russian state media. The negotiations lasted for an hour.&nbsp;Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in the war, said Kyiv negotiator following the talks. The two nations also agreed to exchange prisoners of war who are severely wounded and those under the age of 25.&nbsp;The Ukrainian president’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said that Ukrainian delegates have given Russian negotiators a list of hundreds of Ukrainian children “illegally deported” by Russia, demanding their return.&nbsp;Following the negotiations in Istanbul, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Trump to approve more sanctions to “push” Russia into a full ceasefire.&nbsp;“We really expect Trump to take strong steps,” he told reporters, calling for Washington to “push the Russians to the ceasefire with strong sanctions.”&nbsp;Kyiv negotiator, Sergiy Kyslytsya, said that Russia rejected an unconditional ceasefire with Ukraine during the peace talks.&nbsp;However, Russia's top negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, said that Moscow has proposed a partial ceasefire of “two to three days”.&nbsp;

“The president has said he's open to it if it comes to that, but he wants both of these leaders and both sides to come to the table together,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said when asked about the Turkish President's proposal.

US President Donald Trump is open to an invitation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to hold three-way peace talks in Turkey with Ukrainian and Russian leaders, the White House said on Monday (Jun 2). “The president has said he's open to it if it comes to that, but he wants both of these leaders and both sides to come to the table together,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said when asked about the Turkish President's proposal. Following the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul on Monday (Jun 2), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Trump to approve more sanctions to “push” Russia into a full ceasefire. The second round of talks between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations on Monday (Jun 2) has concluded in Istanbul, according to Russian state media. The negotiations lasted for an hour. Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in the war, said Kyiv negotiator following the talks. The two nations also agreed to exchange prisoners of war who are severely wounded and those under the age of 25. The Ukrainian president’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said that Ukrainian delegates have given Russian negotiators a list of hundreds of Ukrainian children “illegally deported” by Russia, demanding their return. Following the negotiations in Istanbul, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Trump to approve more sanctions to “push” Russia into a full ceasefire. “We really expect Trump to take strong steps,” he told reporters, calling for Washington to “push the Russians to the ceasefire with strong sanctions.” Kyiv negotiator, Sergiy Kyslytsya, said that Russia rejected an unconditional ceasefire with Ukraine during the peace talks. However, Russia's top negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, said that Moscow has proposed a partial ceasefire of “two to three days”.

“The president has said he's open to it if it comes to that, but he wants both of these leaders and both sides to come to the table together,” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said when asked about the Turkish President's proposal.

Trump ‘open’ for holding talks with Putin, Zelensky in Turkey, but on ONE CONDITION: What is it?

China has strongly rejected former US President Donald Trump’s recent claims that Beijing broke a trade deal designed to ease tensions between the two nations. In a firm response, China’s Commerce Ministry called the accusations “unjustified” and said it would take “forceful measures” to defend its interests.“The United States has unilaterally and repeatedly provoked new economic and trade frictions, exacerbating uncertainty and instability in bilateral economic and trade relations,” the ministry said in a statement shared through state media. “Instead of reflecting on its own actions, the United States has groundlessly accused China of violating the consensus, a claim that grossly distorts the facts,” it added.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-geopolitical-insult-donald-trump-was-not-informed-about-ukraine-s-operation-spider-web-against-russia-1748861373784">'Geopolitical insult': Donald Trump was 'not informed' about Ukraine's Operation Spider Web against Russia</a><h2>Trump claims he saved China from collapse</h2>Trump reignited tensions on May 30 when he took to Truth Social, accusing China of completely breaching the agreement both sides reached in Geneva earlier this year.“China has TOTALLY VIOLATED the deal,” Trump wrote. He claimed the agreement was made after he noticed “many factories closed” and “civil unrest” in China. “I saw what was happening and didn’t like it, for them, not for us. I made a FAST DEAL with China in order to save them from what I thought was going to be a very bad situation,” Trump added. “So much for being Mr. NICE GUY,” Trump added.<h2>Tariff war flared and cooled in quick succession</h2>The renewed war of words comes weeks after the two nations briefly stepped back from a major trade war. Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff plan on April 2 sent markets tumbling, with his administration initially announcing duties that raised Chinese import tariffs to 145%. In response, China slapped its own 125% tax on US goods.The conflict de-escalated after Geneva talks in May, where both sides agreed to soften their stances, Washington lowered its planned tariffs to 30%, while Beijing reduced its counter-tariffs to 10%.<h2>Washington accuses China of supply delays</h2>Despite the agreement, the Trump administration later alleged that China violated the terms by withholding vital supplies to the US defence, electronics, and automotive industries.“What China is doing is they are holding back products that are essential for the industrial supply chains of India, of Europe, and that is not what a reliable partner does,” said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in an interview with CBS’ Face the Nation.<h2>Beijing accuses US of breaching Geneva deal</h2>China, meanwhile, accused the US of failing to stick to the Geneva pact. The Commerce Ministry pointed to several recent moves by the US government as examples of unfair treatment. These include new restrictions on AI chip exports, a ban on selling chip design tools to Chinese firms, and cancelling student visas for Chinese nationals.The Chinese statement framed these steps as “discriminatory” and “restrictive”, saying they go against the spirit of the trade consensus.<h2>Leaders may talk soon</h2>Despite rising tensions, a top US official hinted that a phone conversation between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping may be on the cards soon. Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, told ABC News’ This Week that both leaders could speak in the coming days to discuss the dispute.

Trump reignited tensions on May 30 when he took to Truth Social, accusing China of completely breaching the agreement both sides reached in Geneva earlier this year.

China has strongly rejected former US President Donald Trump’s recent claims that Beijing broke a trade deal designed to ease tensions between the two nations. In a firm response, China’s Commerce Ministry called the accusations “unjustified” and said it would take “forceful measures” to defend its interests. “The United States has unilaterally and repeatedly provoked new economic and trade frictions, exacerbating uncertainty and instability in bilateral economic and trade relations,” the ministry said in a statement shared through state media. “Instead of reflecting on its own actions, the United States has groundlessly accused China of violating the consensus, a claim that grossly distorts the facts,” it added. Also read: 'Geopolitical insult': Donald Trump was 'not informed' about Ukraine's Operation Spider Web against Russia Trump claims he saved China from collapse Trump reignited tensions on May 30 when he took to Truth Social, accusing China of completely breaching the agreement both sides reached in Geneva earlier this year. “China has TOTALLY VIOLATED the deal,” Trump wrote. He claimed the agreement was made after he noticed “many factories closed” and “civil unrest” in China. “I saw what was happening and didn’t like it, for them, not for us. I made a FAST DEAL with China in order to save them from what I thought was going to be a very bad situation,” Trump added. “So much for being Mr. NICE GUY,” Trump added. Tariff war flared and cooled in quick succession The renewed war of words comes weeks after the two nations briefly stepped back from a major trade war. Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff plan on April 2 sent markets tumbling, with his administration initially announcing duties that raised Chinese import tariffs to 145%. In response, China slapped its own 125% tax on US goods. The conflict de-escalated after Geneva talks in May, where both sides agreed to soften their stances, Washington lowered its planned tariffs to 30%, while Beijing reduced its counter-tariffs to 10%. Washington accuses China of supply delays Despite the agreement, the Trump administration later alleged that China violated the terms by withholding vital supplies to the US defence, electronics, and automotive industries. “What China is doing is they are holding back products that are essential for the industrial supply chains of India, of Europe, and that is not what a reliable partner does,” said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in an interview with CBS’ Face the Nation. Beijing accuses US of breaching Geneva deal China, meanwhile, accused the US of failing to stick to the Geneva pact. The Commerce Ministry pointed to several recent moves by the US government as examples of unfair treatment. These include new restrictions on AI chip exports, a ban on selling chip design tools to Chinese firms, and cancelling student visas for Chinese nationals. The Chinese statement framed these steps as “discriminatory” and “restrictive”, saying they go against the spirit of the trade consensus. Leaders may talk soon Despite rising tensions, a top US official hinted that a phone conversation between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping may be on the cards soon. Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, told ABC News’ This Week that both leaders could speak in the coming days to discuss the dispute.

Trump reignited tensions on May 30 when he took to Truth Social, accusing China of completely breaching the agreement both sides reached in Geneva earlier this year.

'Grossly distorting the facts': China blasts Trump over trade deal accusations, warns of retaliation

Harvard University is set to hold its 2025 commencement in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The graduation ceremony comes as the Trump administration continues to pressure the Ivy League school with federal funding cuts and attempts to stop the college from enrolling international students.&nbsp;Abraham Verghese, a physician and writer will be the speaker at Harvard’s 374th commencement.&nbsp;Now, the Trump administration informed Harvard University that it would have 30 days to present evidence for why it should continue to have the right to enroll foreign visa holders.&nbsp;In a significant development, US district court judge Allison Burroughs said she will order the Department of Homeland Security and State Department to not make any changes to Harvard’s student visa program indefinitely.&nbsp;While the Trump administration has tried to defuse the situation heading into a crucial court hearing for Harvard University’s international student population, the judge is moving forward with putting in place a firm court order – a preliminary injunction – after previously stepping in on an emergency basis last week to stop the Trump administration’s revocation of Harvard’s student visa program.&nbsp;Burroughs said, “I want to maintain the status quo,” to allow Harvard to continue hosting international students on visas at this time.&nbsp;Burroughs has told Harvard’s lawyers and the Justice department lawyers to work out an agreement to&nbsp;stop the revocation of the student visa program for the time being.&nbsp;“It doesn’t need to be draconian, but I want to make sure it’s worded in such a way that nothing changes,” she said.&nbsp;On Wednesday, President Trump suggested that Harvard cap its foreign enrollment at 15%, and said the school needs to "show us their lists" of students coming from abroad. Currently, international students make up 27.2% of the student population.&nbsp;"Harvard has been a disaster," . Trump said. “They're taking people from areas of the world that are very radicalized, and we don't want them making trouble in our country.” Earlier, the Donald Trump administration in the US revoked Harvard University's eligibility to admit international students. The decision has left the future of thousands of foreign students, including Indians, uncertain. &nbsp;Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. She stated that “it is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students.” The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus." Post that, Harvard University filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to stop the Ivy League school from enrolling international students.&nbsp;According to the complaint filed in Boston federal court, the university called the White House’s move a “blatant violation” of the First Amendment of the US Constitution, warning it will have an “immediate and devastating effect for Harvard and more than 7,000 visa holders.” “With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to the University and its mission,” Harvard said in its lawsuit. “Without its international students, Harvard is not Harvard,” the 389-year-old school added.&nbsp;The university said that it is seeking a temporary restraining order aimed at preventing the Department of Homeland Security from implementing the decision. White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson dismissed the case, which was assigned to US District Judge Allison Burroughs.

 Trump imposes 30 day deadline on foreign student rule as Harvard University hosts 374th graduation ceremony

Harvard University is set to hold its 2025 commencement in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The graduation ceremony comes as the Trump administration continues to pressure the Ivy League school with federal funding cuts and attempts to stop the college from enrolling international students. Abraham Verghese, a physician and writer will be the speaker at Harvard’s 374th commencement. Now, the Trump administration informed Harvard University that it would have 30 days to present evidence for why it should continue to have the right to enroll foreign visa holders. In a significant development, US district court judge Allison Burroughs said she will order the Department of Homeland Security and State Department to not make any changes to Harvard’s student visa program indefinitely. While the Trump administration has tried to defuse the situation heading into a crucial court hearing for Harvard University’s international student population, the judge is moving forward with putting in place a firm court order – a preliminary injunction – after previously stepping in on an emergency basis last week to stop the Trump administration’s revocation of Harvard’s student visa program. Burroughs said, “I want to maintain the status quo,” to allow Harvard to continue hosting international students on visas at this time. Burroughs has told Harvard’s lawyers and the Justice department lawyers to work out an agreement to stop the revocation of the student visa program for the time being. “It doesn’t need to be draconian, but I want to make sure it’s worded in such a way that nothing changes,” she said. On Wednesday, President Trump suggested that Harvard cap its foreign enrollment at 15%, and said the school needs to "show us their lists" of students coming from abroad. Currently, international students make up 27.2% of the student population. "Harvard has been a disaster," . Trump said. “They're taking people from areas of the world that are very radicalized, and we don't want them making trouble in our country.” Earlier, the Donald Trump administration in the US revoked Harvard University's eligibility to admit international students. The decision has left the future of thousands of foreign students, including Indians, uncertain. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. She stated that “it is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students.” The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus." Post that, Harvard University filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to stop the Ivy League school from enrolling international students. According to the complaint filed in Boston federal court, the university called the White House’s move a “blatant violation” of the First Amendment of the US Constitution, warning it will have an “immediate and devastating effect for Harvard and more than 7,000 visa holders.” “With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to the University and its mission,” Harvard said in its lawsuit. “Without its international students, Harvard is not Harvard,” the 389-year-old school added. The university said that it is seeking a temporary restraining order aimed at preventing the Department of Homeland Security from implementing the decision. White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson dismissed the case, which was assigned to US District Judge Allison Burroughs.

The Trump administration informed Harvard University that it would have 30 days to present evidence for why it should continue to have the right to enroll foreign visa holders

Trump imposes 30-day deadline on foreign student rule as Harvard University hosts 374th graduation ceremony

Donald Trump's Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced on Tuesday (May 27) that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is all set to remove COVID-19 booster shots for children and pregnant women from its recommended immunisation. The US health secretary announced the decision on the social media platform X.&nbsp;"Hi everybody, I'm Robert F Kennedy Jr, your HHS secretary, and I am here today with NIH Director Dr Jay Bhattacharya and FDA Commissioner Dr Marty Makary. I couldn't be more pleased to announce that, as of today, the Covid vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has been removed from the CDC," Kennedy said.&nbsp;Kennedy claimed that former US president Joe Biden last year “urged healthy children to get yet another Covid shot despite the lack of any clinical data to support the repeat booster strategy in children”.&nbsp;In the video announcement, Bhattacharya said the announcement was “common sense and good science”.&nbsp;Dorit Reiss, a law professor at the University of California San Francisco who has closely followed attempts to circumscribe access to COVID-19 vaccines, told The Guardian, “The secretary has never been involved in making COVID-19 vaccine recommendations - any vaccine recommendations."&nbsp;"I am surprised at the open contempt they are showing to the process and not even pretend to do it in a substantive and deliberative way,” Reiss added.&nbsp;“If only because I would think they want to make it as litigation proof as they can," the professor added.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump's Health Secretary RFK Jr drops COVID-19 boosters for kids, pregnant women from CDC list

Donald Trump's Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced on Tuesday (May 27) that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is all set to remove COVID-19 booster shots for children and pregnant women from its recommended immunisation. The US health secretary announced the decision on the social media platform X. "Hi everybody, I'm Robert F Kennedy Jr, your HHS secretary, and I am here today with NIH Director Dr Jay Bhattacharya and FDA Commissioner Dr Marty Makary. I couldn't be more pleased to announce that, as of today, the Covid vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has been removed from the CDC," Kennedy said. Kennedy claimed that former US president Joe Biden last year “urged healthy children to get yet another Covid shot despite the lack of any clinical data to support the repeat booster strategy in children”. In the video announcement, Bhattacharya said the announcement was “common sense and good science”. Dorit Reiss, a law professor at the University of California San Francisco who has closely followed attempts to circumscribe access to COVID-19 vaccines, told The Guardian, “The secretary has never been involved in making COVID-19 vaccine recommendations - any vaccine recommendations." "I am surprised at the open contempt they are showing to the process and not even pretend to do it in a substantive and deliberative way,” Reiss added. “If only because I would think they want to make it as litigation proof as they can," the professor added.

Donald Trump's Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced on Tuesday (May 27) that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is all set to remove COVID-19 booster shots for children and pregnant women from its recommended immunisation.&nbsp;

'Common sense'? Trump's Health Secretary RFK Jr drops COVID-19 boosters for kids, pregnant women from CDC list

Donald Trump has been in the eye of a storm that's engulfed the US political landscape. At the centre of this controversy is the fading line between Trump's crypto push and his own profits.&nbsp;In the latest, Trump Media is reportedly in talks to raise $3 billion to invest in cryptocurrency. The funding plan includes $2 billion in equity and a $1 billion bond. This follows a closed-door dinner hosted by Trump in the White House for his investor 'friends.' The exclusive event featured Filet Mignon, Halibut, and a half-hour speech from President, capped off with a brief dance to ÝMCA.<h2>But why are analysts and lawmakers not dancing with Trump?</h2>Probably fearing a conflict of interest. Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.&nbsp;Trump's family controls billions in $TRUMP tokens and holds top positions in World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm branding him as 'Chief crypto advocate.' Despite claims of a blind trust, ethics experts warn of blurred lines between public office and personal profit.<h2>Gifts or strategic leverage?</h2>The crypto expansion comes alongside multiple property deals in West Asia and luxury gifts, including a $400 million jet from Qatar, drawing bipartisan criticism.&nbsp;Senator Elizabeth Warren slammed Trump's recent crypto moves, warning of hidden corruption at play.&nbsp;'Um, Donald Trump's dinner is a, is a, an orgy of corruption. That's what this is all about. We are here today to talk about exactly one topic, corruption. Corruption in its ugliest form. Donald Trump is using the presidency of the United States to make himself richer through crypto and he's doing it right out there in plain sight,' she said during a press conference.Meanwhile, the White House maintains it has no role in the Trump family's private financial dealings.

Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world. But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.

Donald Trump has been in the eye of a storm that's engulfed the US political landscape. At the centre of this controversy is the fading line between Trump's crypto push and his own profits. In the latest, Trump Media is reportedly in talks to raise $3 billion to invest in cryptocurrency. The funding plan includes $2 billion in equity and a $1 billion bond. This follows a closed-door dinner hosted by Trump in the White House for his investor 'friends.' The exclusive event featured Filet Mignon, Halibut, and a half-hour speech from President, capped off with a brief dance to ÝMCA. But why are analysts and lawmakers not dancing with Trump? Probably fearing a conflict of interest. Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push. Trump's family controls billions in $TRUMP tokens and holds top positions in World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm branding him as 'Chief crypto advocate.' Despite claims of a blind trust, ethics experts warn of blurred lines between public office and personal profit. Gifts or strategic leverage? The crypto expansion comes alongside multiple property deals in West Asia and luxury gifts, including a $400 million jet from Qatar, drawing bipartisan criticism. Senator Elizabeth Warren slammed Trump's recent crypto moves, warning of hidden corruption at play. 'Um, Donald Trump's dinner is a, is a, an orgy of corruption. That's what this is all about. We are here today to talk about exactly one topic, corruption. Corruption in its ugliest form. Donald Trump is using the presidency of the United States to make himself richer through crypto and he's doing it right out there in plain sight,' she said during a press conference. Meanwhile, the White House maintains it has no role in the Trump family's private financial dealings.

Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.

Trump Media plans $3 billion fundraising to invest in cryptocurrency

Iran on Monday (May 26) rejected suspending its nuclear enrichment programme as part of any potential nuclear agreement with the United States.This comes as US President Donald Trump claimed that the latest rounds of talks were "very good".Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran can survive even if negotiations with the US fall through.<h2>No suspension of uranium enrichment: Iran</h2>During a press briefing in Tehran, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei, when asked about the possibility of Iran freezing its uranium enrichment, said, "Iran will never accept that.""This information is a figment of the imagination and totally false," he added."If there is goodwill from the American side, we are also optimistic, but if negotiations are aimed at curbing Iran's rights, then talks will get nowhere," Baghaei stressed.<h2>Iran not scared of US sanctions</h2>The Oman-mediated talks are the highest-level contact between the two nations since the US, during Trump's first term as POTUS, quit the landmark 2015 nuclear accord.Since his return to office as the POTUS for the second time, Trump has revived the "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran and warned Tehran of military action if diplomacy fails.Dismissing Trump's threats of crippling sanctions, Pezeshkian, as quoted by state media, said that "It's not like we will die of hunger if they refuse to negotiate with us or impose sanctions.""We will find a way to survive," he insisted.<h2>Trump claims 'good news' coming soon</h2>Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good" and said there might be "good news" soon."I think we could have some good news on the Iran front," said the US President. Revealing an expected timeline for the announcement, he said it could come "over the next two days."

During a press briefing in Tehran, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei, when asked about the possibility of Iran freezing its uranium enrichment, said: "Iran will never accept that."

Iran on Monday (May 26) rejected suspending its nuclear enrichment programme as part of any potential nuclear agreement with the United States. This comes as US President Donald Trump claimed that the latest rounds of talks were "very good". Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran can survive even if negotiations with the US fall through. No suspension of uranium enrichment: Iran During a press briefing in Tehran, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei, when asked about the possibility of Iran freezing its uranium enrichment, said, "Iran will never accept that." "This information is a figment of the imagination and totally false," he added. "If there is goodwill from the American side, we are also optimistic, but if negotiations are aimed at curbing Iran's rights, then talks will get nowhere," Baghaei stressed. Iran not scared of US sanctions The Oman-mediated talks are the highest-level contact between the two nations since the US, during Trump's first term as POTUS, quit the landmark 2015 nuclear accord. Since his return to office as the POTUS for the second time, Trump has revived the "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran and warned Tehran of military action if diplomacy fails. Dismissing Trump's threats of crippling sanctions, Pezeshkian, as quoted by state media, said that "It's not like we will die of hunger if they refuse to negotiate with us or impose sanctions." "We will find a way to survive," he insisted. Trump claims 'good news' coming soon Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good" and said there might be "good news" soon. "I think we could have some good news on the Iran front," said the US President. Revealing an expected timeline for the announcement, he said it could come "over the next two days."

During a press briefing in Tehran, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei, when asked about the possibility of Iran freezing its uranium enrichment, said, "Iran will never accept that."

Iran won't stop uranium enrichment, dismisses Trump's sanction threat 'not like we'll die of hunger'

Americans on Sunday marked five years since George Floyd was killed by a US police officer, as President Donald Trump backtracks on reforms designed to tackle racism. &nbsp;Floyd's deadly arrest on May 25, 2020 helped launch the Black Lives Matter movement into a powerful force that sought to resolve America's deeply rooted racial issues, from police violence to systemic inequality.&nbsp;&nbsp;But since Trump's return to power in January –- he was serving his first term when Floyd died -– his administration has axed civil rights investigations and cracked down on diversity hiring initiatives.&nbsp;BLM, meanwhile, finds itself lacking the support it enjoyed when protesters sprawled across US cities and abroad during the Covid pandemic -- with many now agreeing the movement achieved little of substance.&nbsp;Some Democratic politicians, as well as UN rights chief Volker Turk, commemorated the anniversary on Sunday.&nbsp;"As anti-racism, inclusion efforts &amp; law enforcement reforms face serious setbacks, we must continue advocating for racial justice &amp; equality globally -- with greater determination &amp; strength," Turk wrote on X.&nbsp;A memorial event was held this weekend at what has been named George Floyd Square, the area of Minneapolis where the 46-year-old took his final breath as police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck during an arrest.&nbsp;Dozens of people on Sunday visited the small junction set in a residential part of the northern US city, which is covered with protest art, including a purple mural that reads "You Changed the World, George."&nbsp;That optimistic message painted in 2020 is now, however, at odds with a president whose more extreme allies have suggested he pardon Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering Floyd and sentenced to more than 22 years in prison.&nbsp;Some experts believe Trump's re-election was partly a backlash to BLM activism, which included protests that turned to riots in some cities and calls to defund the police.&nbsp;Floyd's family members told AFP on Friday that they wanted people to continue pushing for reform despite the hostile political climate.&nbsp;"We don't need an executive order to tell us that Black lives matter," said his aunt Angela Harrelson, who wore a dark T-shirt depicting Floyd's face.&nbsp;"We cannot let a setback be a holdback for the great comeback. Donald Trump just didn't get the memo," she added to nods from other relatives standing beside her.&nbsp;Paris Stevens, a Floyd cousin, agreed: "No one can silence us anymore."<h2>‘Easy to forget’</h2>Protests marking Floyd's death have also been planned in a handful of other US cities, including Chicago and Dallas, but no major rallies were expected.&nbsp;&nbsp;In Minneapolis, some people cried and others laid flowers or stuffed animals by the roadside spot where Floyd's fatal arrest was filmed and shared around the world.&nbsp;"George Floyd may be resting in peace and power, but he's alive through everyone that shows up here," WD Foster-Graham, an author who grew up in the same neighborhood, told AFP Sunday.&nbsp;"It can be very easy to forget, but as one person to another, make sure we never forget and let those powers that be know we haven't forgotten, and we're not going away," the 73-year-old added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jamie Dencklau, 30, said it was important to show that Floyd's death was not just a “moment in time.” But the nonprofit worker from Minneapolis said she was upset about Trump, who has a track record of racially charged rhetoric and heavy support from far-right figures.&nbsp;"It's disheartening to see that our country has elected this individual as our president, and it really makes me question how important equity and inclusivity are to our community," she said.&nbsp;Memorial events have been held annually since Floyd's death and the theme for this one -– "The People Have Spoken" -– was suggested by Nelson Mandela's grandson Nkosi when he visited the square, according to Floyd's aunt Harrelson.&nbsp;She said the defiant title was meant to reflect five years of protesting, adding that “even though it's tiresome, we go on.”&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

George Floyds uncertain legacy marked in US five years on

Americans on Sunday marked five years since George Floyd was killed by a US police officer, as President Donald Trump backtracks on reforms designed to tackle racism. Floyd's deadly arrest on May 25, 2020 helped launch the Black Lives Matter movement into a powerful force that sought to resolve America's deeply rooted racial issues, from police violence to systemic inequality. But since Trump's return to power in January –- he was serving his first term when Floyd died -– his administration has axed civil rights investigations and cracked down on diversity hiring initiatives. BLM, meanwhile, finds itself lacking the support it enjoyed when protesters sprawled across US cities and abroad during the Covid pandemic -- with many now agreeing the movement achieved little of substance. Some Democratic politicians, as well as UN rights chief Volker Turk, commemorated the anniversary on Sunday. "As anti-racism, inclusion efforts & law enforcement reforms face serious setbacks, we must continue advocating for racial justice & equality globally -- with greater determination & strength," Turk wrote on X. A memorial event was held this weekend at what has been named George Floyd Square, the area of Minneapolis where the 46-year-old took his final breath as police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck during an arrest. Dozens of people on Sunday visited the small junction set in a residential part of the northern US city, which is covered with protest art, including a purple mural that reads "You Changed the World, George." That optimistic message painted in 2020 is now, however, at odds with a president whose more extreme allies have suggested he pardon Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering Floyd and sentenced to more than 22 years in prison. Some experts believe Trump's re-election was partly a backlash to BLM activism, which included protests that turned to riots in some cities and calls to defund the police. Floyd's family members told AFP on Friday that they wanted people to continue pushing for reform despite the hostile political climate. "We don't need an executive order to tell us that Black lives matter," said his aunt Angela Harrelson, who wore a dark T-shirt depicting Floyd's face. "We cannot let a setback be a holdback for the great comeback. Donald Trump just didn't get the memo," she added to nods from other relatives standing beside her. Paris Stevens, a Floyd cousin, agreed: "No one can silence us anymore." ‘Easy to forget’ Protests marking Floyd's death have also been planned in a handful of other US cities, including Chicago and Dallas, but no major rallies were expected. In Minneapolis, some people cried and others laid flowers or stuffed animals by the roadside spot where Floyd's fatal arrest was filmed and shared around the world. "George Floyd may be resting in peace and power, but he's alive through everyone that shows up here," WD Foster-Graham, an author who grew up in the same neighborhood, told AFP Sunday. "It can be very easy to forget, but as one person to another, make sure we never forget and let those powers that be know we haven't forgotten, and we're not going away," the 73-year-old added. Jamie Dencklau, 30, said it was important to show that Floyd's death was not just a “moment in time.” But the nonprofit worker from Minneapolis said she was upset about Trump, who has a track record of racially charged rhetoric and heavy support from far-right figures. "It's disheartening to see that our country has elected this individual as our president, and it really makes me question how important equity and inclusivity are to our community," she said. Memorial events have been held annually since Floyd's death and the theme for this one -– "The People Have Spoken" -– was suggested by Nelson Mandela's grandson Nkosi when he visited the square, according to Floyd's aunt Harrelson. She said the defiant title was meant to reflect five years of protesting, adding that “even though it's tiresome, we go on.” Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A memorial event was held this weekend at what has been named George Floyd Square, the area of Minneapolis where the 46-year-old took his final breath as police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck during an arrest

George Floyd's uncertain legacy marked in US five years on

US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 12) reacted to the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement saying "It could have been a bad nuclear war."
"My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said.
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"Come on, we&rsquo;re going to do a lot of trade with you guys. Let&rsquo;s stop it. Stop it. If you stop it we do trade. If you don&rsquo;t stop we don&rsquo;t do any trade. People have never used trade the way I use it. And all of a sudden they said I think we&rsquo;re going to stop &hellip; Trade was a big reason," Trump said.
Earlier on Saturday Trump posted on Truth Social, &ldquo;After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both countries for using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!&rdquo;
India however maintains that a ceasefire agreement was reached after talks between the DGMOs of the two nations on Saturday (May 10). The talks were initiated by Pakistan

"My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said. World

US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 12) reacted to the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement saying "It could have been a bad nuclear war." "My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said. Also read: Indo-Pak War: Can Pakistan use F-16s against India? Here’s what the rules say "Come on, we’re going to do a lot of trade with you guys. Let’s stop it. Stop it. If you stop it we do trade. If you don’t stop we don’t do any trade. People have never used trade the way I use it. And all of a sudden they said I think we’re going to stop … Trade was a big reason," Trump said. Earlier on Saturday Trump posted on Truth Social, “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both countries for using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” India however maintains that a ceasefire agreement was reached after talks between the DGMOs of the two nations on Saturday (May 10). The talks were initiated by Pakistan

'Could have been a bad nuclear war': Trump reacts to India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement