US President Donald Trump has removed the acting director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) amid reports that he is frustrated with the low deportations and arrests. The acting chief, Caleb Vitello, was hand-picked by Trump for the role in December last year
"We cannot rebuild Western civilization. We cannot rebuild the United States of America or Europe by letting millions and millions of unvetted illegal migrants come into our country. It has to stop...," said Vance at the opening session of the CPAC on Thursday
The US Bullion Depository at Fort Knox houses 147.3 million troy ounces of gold, representing 59 per cent of the US Treasury’s reserves. Valued at $435 billion at market rates but listed at $6 billion on government books, the gold has been audited but rarely seen by outsiders. The last official visit was reportedly in 2017, fuelling ongoing transparency talks. Now Elon Musk is questioning if the reserves are safe
A month after she was named acting commissioner for Social Security following over three decades with the agency, Michelle King on Tuesday stepped down from her role reportedly after conflicts with Doge, according to a report
Since President Trump returned to office, both aviation accidents and market declines have been on the rise. Though the market crashes are reaction to Trump's policies, a Democrat Congressman has blamed him for air crashes as well
While the first POTUS himself was not keen on celebrating his birthday, nearly 300 years after his birth Americans continue to pay homage to him on the third Monday in February. Hence, this year President's Day will be celebrated on Feb 17
Brutally cold weather is expected to hit much of the country later in the week. Authorities said the number of fatalities was likely to increase
Earlier this week, the president's efforts to cut federal funding, fire thousands of aid workers and unilaterally redefine the 14th Amendment were blocked in federal courts across the country
The workers were among the hundreds of employees in the energy department who received termination letters, earlier this week as the Trump administration continues with its crackdown on federal agency workers
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) chair, Jennifer Homendy, told reporters that the recording from the Black Hawk helicopter cockpit suggested the crew may have missed the key instruction
Trump’s early actions in office, including a record number of executive orders, have fuelled debate over the limits of presidential authority. A recent survey has found his bid to consolidate power at odds with the wider sentiments in the US
The move comes as President Donald Trump has sought a return to a strict binary definition of gender in the United States, leading attacks on transgender people and issuing an executive order that states the country only has two genders -- male and female
The White House's Valentine's Day meme featured the faces of the president and the Trump administration's border czar Tom Homan. The meme was using the format of the ubiquitous 'Roses are red, violets are blue' rhyme
The new court order also stops the government from 'issuing, implementing, enforcing, or otherwise giving effect to terminations, suspensions, or stop-work orders' in relation to existing contracts as of January 19, 2025
Fourteen US states have sued Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), arguing that his unchecked authority to cut government spending violates the US Constitution. The lawsuit, led by New Mexico, claims Musk wields sweeping executive power without Senate confirmation, posing a significant threat to democratic governance. The case could redefine the limits of presidential appointments
Robert F Kennedy Jr was confirmed as US Secretary of Health and Human Services in a 52-48 Senate vote. The vaccine skeptic will oversee agencies like the FDA, CDC, and NIH. His 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda prioritises reducing chronic disease, reforming pharmaceutical regulations and addressing environmental toxins while downplaying infectious disease control
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the urgent need for India and the United States to work together in dismantling human trafficking networks, as rising deportations highlight the plight of victims trapped by false promises
US President Donald Trump gifted PM Narendra Modi a signed copy of his book ‘Our Journey Together’ during a joint press interaction. The book, published in 2021, features pictures from ‘Howdy Modi’ and ‘Namaste Trump’ rallies when the two leaders showed support for each other
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump engaged in a wide-ranging discussion at the White House, covering defence, trade, security, and global affairs, with major takeaways including the F-35 deal, India's stance on Ukraine, and extradition of Tahawwur Rana
With the US approving F-35 sales and Russia proposing Su-57 production in India, New Delhi faces a tricky choice in its fighter jet modernisation
With Maga prioritising American interests and Viksit Bharat shaping India's future, both leaders reinforce their commitment to nationalism and economic growth
Saudi Arabia hosting the Trump-Putin talks is no coincidence—it highlights Riyadh’s rising influence, strategic neutrality and role as a global mediator
The officials noted that the figure represents 3.75 per cent of the nation's 2 million federal employees – falls short of the projected 5 per cent to 10 per cent of federal employees the White House expected to take the deal
Tulsi Gabbard, as the newly appointed Director of National Intelligence, will oversee and coordinate the operations of all 18 intelligence agencies that collectively safeguard the United States against threats ranging from espionage to cyber warfare
McMahon's confirmation hearing is scheduled for Thursday at 10 am (local time) where she will try to defend her job in a department that Trump is eyeing to kill
Major corporations including Google, Amazon, McDonald's, Boeing and IBM have significantly scaled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with Deloitte instructing staff working on contracts for the US government to remove pronouns. The shift comes amid increasing legal challenges, including lawsuits over race-based hiring and promotions, and heightened scrutiny from the Trump administration
The Modi-Trump delegation-level talks, scheduled for February 13, will be brisk and business-like
Kash Patel, US President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, is accused of secretly directing the removal of senior FBI officials before his confirmation. US Senator Dick Durbin has requested an Inspector General investigation, alleging Patel may have perjured himself. Reports suggest Patel relayed FBI information to White House officials, with staff pressured to accelerate firings linked to January 6 cases
Marc Fogel, a 63-year-old American teacher, was arrested in August 2021 at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport for carrying 17 grammes of medically prescribed marijuana. Sentenced to 14 years for drug smuggling, his case drew international attention. After three and a half years in Russian detention, he was released in a deal brokered under US President Donald Trump’s administration
Steve Davis, Elon Musk’s longtime lieutenant, is now leading cost-cutting efforts at the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge). Known for his relentless frugality at SpaceX, Boring Co, and X (formerly Twitter), Davis has a history of slashing budgets and negotiating hard bargains