Stephen A. Smith: Trump ‘like a Realtor’ on Gaza ownership
(NewsNation) — Stephen A. Smith said Tuesday that President Donald Trump's suggestion to "own" the Gaza Strip is "ridiculous." Trump "sounded like a real estate agent," Smith said during an appearance on NewsNation's "CUOMO." "We shouldn't be hearing about real estate opportunities
US won’t accept China, Hong Kong packages as tariffs kick in
(NewsNation) — The U.S. Postal Service has temporarily stopped accepting inbound packages from China and Hong Kong, officials announced Tuesday, as President Trump’s 10% tariff on Chinese imports took effect. Trump’s order to impose new taxes on Chinese goods coming into the
CIA offers buyouts to all employees
(NewsNation) — The Central Intelligence Agency has offered buyouts to its entire workforce, NewsNation has confirmed. "Director (John) Ratcliffe is moving swiftly to ensure the CIA workforce is responsive to the Administration's national security priorities," the CIA said in
Trump wants to take over Gaza. How would that work?
(NewsNation) — President Donald Trump, backed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suggested Tuesday that the United States will "take over" the war-torn Gaza Strip. The president said he sees the United States engaging in "a long-term ownership" of the Israeli-occupied
Saudis could ‘de-radicalize’ Palestinians: Trump envoy
(NewsNation) – A top representative for President Trump in the Middle East did not provide many answers Tuesday when pressed about President Trump’s suggestion that the U.S. take control of Gaza. Morgan Ortagus, the president’s deputy envoy to the Middle East,
Saudi Arabia says it won’t establish ties with Israel without creation of Palestinian state
Saudi Arabia said on Wednesday it would not establish ties with Israel without the creation of a Palestinian state — a statement that comes after U.S. President Donald Trump said that the Saudis were not demanding a Palestinian state. In a
Senate confirms Pam Bondi to lead Justice Department
The Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Pam Bondi as the next attorney general, giving her control of a Justice Department embroiled in controversy. The vote was 54-46. Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joined all Republicans in voting in support of Bondi. Bondi,
Trump’s idea to clear Gaza is a real estate grab: Congressman
(NewsNation) — President Trump’s suggestion more than 2 million Palestinians be relocated permanently from Gaza is an attempt to clear the property for future development and enrich his family, a Democratic congressman says. “We have to look at Trump’s motives,” U.S.
4 tax advantages for homeowners in 2025
(NewsNation) — The 2025 tax filing season is underway, and there are several tax benefits that can help homeowners save money this year. Homeowners can deduct costs like mortgage interest and personal property taxes up to a certain limit in order
How the US foreign aid freeze is intensifying humanitarian crises across the globe
Food distribution is being stopped. Health services are being shut down. Lifesaving aid is being tied up, with no way to disburse it.
President Trump to host Israeli PM at the White House
(NewsNation) — President Donald Trump will welcome Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday, making him the first head of state to visit the White House in Trump's second term. Among the most important topics between the two will be how to keep
Congress puts hold on Trump’s $1 billion arms sale to Israel
Congress has placed a hold on a $1 billion arms sale package for Israel that was readied alongside President Trump welcoming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Washington on Tuesday. Two congressional aides told The Hill on Tuesday that a hold
Trump warns he left instructions to ‘obliterate’ Iran if he is assassinated
President Trump on Tuesday said that he has left instructions that if Iran were to assassination him, the country should be destroyed. The president made the remark after signing an executive order in the Oval Office that reiterates applying maximum pressure
Former President Joe Biden signs with powerful Hollywood agency
Is former President Joe Biden Hollywood's next leading man? The 46th president has signed with behemoth talent firm Creative Artists Agency to handle his professional life after leaving office, the agency announced. He was previously a CAA client from 2017
Sen. Young ‘looking forward’ to making Tulsi Gabbard ‘successful’
(NewsNation) — Sen. Todd Young said he is “looking forward” to making Tulsi Gabbard “successful” as the embattled nominee for director of national intelligence now heads to a full confirmation vote. Young, an Indiana Republican who was one of the lynchpin votes
Will Trump’s federal hiring freeze affect IRS tax returns?
(NewsNation) — Earlier this month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order enacting a hiring freeze for federal employees. The memorandum is set to expire in 90 days for every department and agency besides the Internal Revenue Service. On its website, the IRS wrote
Trump doubles down on floating Canada as 51st state amid tariff dispute
President Trump on Monday reiterated his desire to see Canada become part of the United States as he prepared to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods. "What I'd like to see— Canada become our 51st state,” Trump said in the Oval
Trump oil tariffs expected to raise price at the pump
(The Hill) - President Trump’s tariff on Canadian oil is expected to raise prices at the pump for U.S. consumers, if it takes effect as planned after a 30-day delay. Analysts told The Hill that the 10 percent tariff set to be