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Trump's latest tariff deadline is approaching. Here are the trade deals the US has announced so far

Trump's latest tariff deadline is approaching. Here are the trade deals the US has announced so far

NEW YORK (AP) — The clock is ticking closer to U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff deadline of Aug 1.
With Ottawa promising bail reform, what’s driving the debate?

With Ottawa promising bail reform, what’s driving the debate?

OTTAWA — Premiers are putting pressure on Ottawa to implement tougher bail rules. With the federal government expected to table bail reform legislation in the fall, critics are expressing worries already about Ottawa’s plans.
'Pierre's riding to lose': Candidates in Alberta byelection get together for debate

'Pierre's riding to lose': Candidates in Alberta byelection get together for debate

CAMROSE — Pierre Poilievre was greeted with cheers and applause by the hundreds of Albertans who showed up to watch a two-and-a-half-hour political debate on a sunny Tuesday evening in July.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to headline signature South Carolina GOP event

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to headline signature South Carolina GOP event

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Arkansas Gov.
Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove for appeals court, pushing past whistleblower claims

Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove for appeals court, pushing past whistleblower claims

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed former Trump lawyer Emil Bove 50-49 for a lifetime appointment as a federal appeals court judge Tuesday as Republicans dismissed whistleblower complaints about his conduct at the Justice Department.
Court restricts who can bring voting rights challenges in a case involving voters with disabilities

Court restricts who can bring voting rights challenges in a case involving voters with disabilities

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals court panel on Monday ruled that private individuals and organizations cannot bring voting rights cases under a section of the law that allows others to assist voters who are blind, have disabilities or are unable
The Latest: Trump’s EPA moves to repeal finding that underpins US climate regulation

The Latest: Trump’s EPA moves to repeal finding that underpins US climate regulation

President Donald Trump’s administration proposed revoking a scientific finding that has long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change .
Sen. Cory Booker in angry outburst says 'complicit' Democrats need a 'wake-up call'

Sen. Cory Booker in angry outburst says 'complicit' Democrats need a 'wake-up call'

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare public outburst on the Senate floor Tuesday, New Jersey Sen.
Trump says Epstein 'stole' young women from Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre

Trump says Epstein 'stole' young women from Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Jeffrey Epstein “stole” young women who worked for the spa at Mar-a-Lago, the latest evolution in his description of how their highly scrutinized relationship ended years ago.
5 people charged in 'vicious' brawl in Cincinnati that sparked safety debate in the city

5 people charged in 'vicious' brawl in Cincinnati that sparked safety debate in the city

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Five people have been charged in a bloody, late-night brawl in downtown Cincinnati over the weekend that involved dozens of people and raised concerns about crime in the Ohio city.