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Trump appears to drop plan for $1.8 billion slush fund after judge’s rebuke, rare Republican revolt

US President Donald Trump appears to be backing off a plan for a $1.8 billion slush fund after a judge’s rebuke and a rare revolt among Republican lawmakers.

Ahead of midterms, Trump’s approval hits a new low — again

Amid spiralling inflation and unpopular policies, US President Donald Trump's approval has sunk to a new low — again.

Trump on a US $250 bill soon? Why this won't be easy to do

The proposal to place US President Donald Trump on a new $250 bill for America's 250th anniversary will face legal hurdles under American law as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed design preparations

Why did Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu and Laura Loomer clash over Tulsi Gabbard’s Bible verse?

Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation as US Director of National Intelligence and her Bible verse post on X sparked criticism from far-right activist Laura Loomer, who accused her of 'pretending to be Christian'. Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu defended Gabbard, calling Sanatana Dharma 'the most tolerant spiritual system in the world'

Why Thomas Massie's loss in Kentucky’s Republican primary is a win for Trump

Donald Trump-backed candidate Ed Gallrein defeated Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie in one of the most expensive House primaries in US history. Massie’s loss highlighted Trump’s continued dominance over Republican politics and highlighted the risks faced by GOP lawmakers who openly challenge the US president

‘Lies, lies, lies’: Trump attacks Fox News over interview with Democrat Ro Khanna

US President Donald Trump slammed his favourite new channel on Sunday, insinuating that the show's anchor, Jacqui Heinrich, 'failed' when interviewing 'Dumacrat' Ro Khanna

Explained: Vivek Ramaswamy’s rise from biotech billionaire to Ohio governor nominee

Vivek Ramaswamy has clinched the Republican nomination for Ohio governor, setting up a high-stakes contest against Amy Acton. From biotech success to a 2024 presidential run and Trump ally, his rapid political ascent now faces its biggest electoral test

In the governor's race, Vivek Ramaswamy clinched the Republican nomination

Backed by Trump and DeWine, Ramaswamy’s decisive primary victory marks his shift from national stage to a closely watched state race centred on ideology and governance

‘Who are you cheering for?’: Pete Hegseth loses temper in heated Congress clash over Iran war

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth clashes with lawmakers during a tense House hearing on the Iran war, as questions mount over strategy, military firings, and rising fuel costs

Will young voters shun Trump in US Midterms? Yale's nationwide poll drops a hint

With under seven months to the US midterms, polls show rising discontent among young voters toward President Donald Trump, with strong Democratic preference emerging, signalling a potential shift in House control and reshaping the political landscape ahead of November elections.