President Donald Trump is urging major credit card companies to lower interest rates for consumers and place a temporary cap on what borrowers pay. He is calling for a one-year limit of 10 percent on credit card interest rates.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuela has begun a process to release political prisoners, linking the move to his earlier decision to halt a “second wave of attacks” on the country. His remarks referenced cooperation from Venezuelan authorities but did not include specific details or independent verification. The Venezuelan government has long denied holding political prisoners, while human rights groups and opposition figures report detentions of government critics. The statement drew renewed attention to the impact of U.S. pressure and sanctions on Venezuela and the status of detainees in the country.
Five U.S. states, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois and New York, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a federal decision to freeze funding for social services programs. The states allege the move is an unconstitutional abuse of power and violates the separation of powers by blocking congressionally approved funds. The case centers on the administration’s authority to withhold money used for child welfare, disability support, mental health services and aid for low-income families, and could shape how future administrations handle federal funding for state-run social services.
President Donald Trump outlines a Venezuela oil strategy as the U.S. Senate advances a bipartisan war powers measure following the overnight capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The article details Trump’s energy-focused approach to Venezuelan crude, examines the Senate’s push to curb unilateral presidential military action, and reports on growing scrutiny of the legal basis for recent operations. It also covers concerns in Congress about separation of powers, regional stability in Latin America, and the role of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves in shaping future U.S. policy and global energy markets.
City crews in Minneapolis removed a barrier surrounding a memorial for Renee Good, a woman identified by a U.S. official after an ICE officer fatally shot her in south Minneapolis. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the shooting. City leaders said Good had been acting as a legal observer monitoring federal actions in the city. The memorial remains at the site, with flowers and messages still present. Federal and local authorities have not yet released full investigative findings or details about the ICE officer involved.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlines a strategy for Venezuela’s oil sector following the capture of ex-leader Nicolás Maduro in an overnight operation. As the administration defends the legality of U.S. involvement, Democrats and a Republican push War Powers resolutions to curb future strikes without congressional authorization. Lawmakers debate executive authority, energy security and the impact on global oil markets. Regional governments and human rights groups respond as analysts assess how the war powers vote may shape U.S. policy, sanctions, and control of Venezuelan oil resources.
U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone call with Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Wednesday amid rising tensions between the two leaders. The discussion followed months of growing strain over policy differences on security, drug trafficking, and regional influence. Officials did not release a detailed account of the conversation, but people familiar with the call said it addressed recent disagreements and the broader state of U.S.–Colombia ties. The contact came at a sensitive moment for bilateral relations and drew close attention from diplomats, analysts, and regional governments.
The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits that help reduce insurance premiums. The measure is drawing support from many Democrats and a growing number of Republicans, who describe it as a temporary step to stabilize coverage and costs while broader health policy debates continue.
The U.S. military seized two oil tankers, the Marinera and the Sophia, which officials say are linked to Venezuela. Authorities carried out the operation under federal sanctions and maritime enforcement powers. The vessels are now under U.S. control while investigations continue into their ownership, cargo history, and alleged connections to Venezuelan oil shipments. No injuries were reported during the operation, and further details are expected as legal proceedings and public filings move forward.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial focus on stabilizing the country. He states that the United States will control money from sales of Venezuelan oil through U.S.-linked financial channels. Rubio describes revenue oversight as a key tool in the broader Venezuela strategy and indicates that later phases will build on conditions created in the first stage. He highlights coordination with U.S. agencies and international partners and links the plan to sanctions enforcement and monitoring of oil-related financial flows.