President Donald Trump has appointed William J. Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to serve as Acting Director of National Intelligence. This decision has drawn criticism from some, who point to Pulte’s lack of experience in the intelligence community. Trump, however, asserts that Pulte’s background managing significant financial markets provides the necessary qualifications for the role. The appointment comes as Trump prepares to select a new Fed chief, with Pulte previously identified as instrumental in the administration’s subpoena of the Federal Reserve.
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The article details a new agreement, reportedly brokered by the Trump administration, that allows Iran to sell approximately $10 billion worth of sanctioned oil to China. In exchange, Iran is to release highly enriched uranium and agree to limits on its enrichment capacity. Senator Booker criticizes this deal, highlighting that it is a more lenient version of an agreement previously condemned by the current administration. He further asserts that this approach emboldens Iran, enabling it to threaten the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane.
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Senator John Cornyn has reiterated his criticism of Attorney General Ken Paxton, even after Paxton’s decisive victory in the Texas Republican primary runoff. Cornyn’s campaign had attacked Paxton’s legal challenges and his role in the 2020 election, suggesting these actions were politically motivated and potentially harmful to the Republican party’s image. Despite these pointed remarks, Cornyn maintains his stance, indicating a continued focus on Paxton’s actions and their broader implications for Texas politics.
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On May 28, 2026, Venezuela’s Ministry of Petroleum and PDVSA mandated that international airlines and maritime shipping firms deposit all foreign currency payments for fuel into a U.S. Treasury Department custody account. This directive, affecting aviation and marine fuel purchases, aligns with a January 2026 U.S. executive decree establishing Foreign Government Deposit Funds to supervise Venezuelan natural resource revenues. U.S. officials explained these funds are held in a custodial capacity to prevent creditor attachments and cover auditing costs, with the Venezuelan government requiring budget approval from Washington for fund releases. This financial intervention occurs amidst widespread infrastructure collapse and severe economic hardship in Venezuelan cities outside Caracas.
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New Mexico lawmakers have initiated a formal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, with the newly formed “Truth Commission” holding its inaugural meeting. The commission aims to uncover potential criminal activity, human trafficking, and sexual abuse at the ranch, hearing testimony from survivors and the family of victim Virginia Giuffre. The investigation will issue subpoenas to the Epstein Estate and related entities, with a deadline for an interim report by July 31. The commission also plans legislative recommendations, including potential changes to state sex offender registration laws, and will make referrals to various jurisdictions for further action.
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William, despite lacking a military or intelligence background, has been appointed to a sensitive foreign intelligence role, a move noted as unusual given the position’s typical requirements. His prior experience includes managing significant market assets and a reputation for targeting political opponents within the housing agency, which has alienated some Republican lawmakers. Furthermore, recent scrutiny has focused on a questionable charity donation and the controversial sharing of an AI-generated image depicting the former president as Jesus Christ.
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A Maryland woman, detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for 25 days despite presenting citizenship documentation, has been issued a U.S. passport. Her legal representatives confirmed on Monday that removal proceedings against her in immigration court have also been stopped. This development comes after her initial arrest in December, highlighting a significant turn in her case.
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President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and a close ally, as acting director of national intelligence. Pulte will retain his current roles while serving in this new capacity, a move that allows the president to bypass Senate confirmation for the time being. Critics, including Senate Democrats, have expressed concern that Pulte lacks the necessary national security experience and may be selected to advance a political agenda rather than provide objective intelligence. His tenure has been marked by criminal referrals against Democratic figures, raising questions about the politicization of intelligence agencies.
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A federal judge has ruled that the National Park Service cannot prevent a protest group from flying an “86-47” flag near the National Mall, finding the display does not constitute a threat to President Trump’s life. The judge determined that while “86” can sometimes mean “to kill,” its more common usage, particularly in the context of protests calling for impeachment and “removal,” signifies being “thrown out” or no longer available. This decision, which temporarily restricts the NPS from removing the flags, highlights the delicate balance between protected political speech and unlawful threats. The ruling comes amid heightened concerns about political violence and a separate federal prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey over the same numerical phrase.
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Trump Derails America’s 250th Anniversary
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