Elon Musk has taken control of USAID, prompting its closure and sparking criticism from lawmakers and staff who label the move illegal. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backs the initiative, claiming the agency strayed from its mission, while Democrats argue Musk lacks the authority.
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Former Vikings punter Chris Kluwe was arrested in handcuffs after he protested the installation of a MAGA plaque at his local library. ​“MAGA is profoundly corrupt, unmistakably anti-democracy, and, most importantly, MAGA is explicitly a Nazi movement. You may have replaced a swastika with a red hat, but that is what it is,†Chris Kluwe said invoking both shock and applause from the residents.
Four people have been detained after a deadly stabbing linked to Islamic extremism in Mulhouse, France. The suspect, a 37-year-old Algerian man, attacked while repeatedly shouting 'Allahu akbar.' The French government is addressing immigration issues following the incident, emphasizing the need for cooperation with Algeria.
Former President Barack Obama was seen attending a private dinner without Michelle Obama, amid rumors of their marital issues. Obama reached Osteria Mozza and joined a small group that included Joe Biden's White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients who arrived after Obama, PageSix reported. According to reports, Obama was all smiling though he did not stop for photographs.
US stocks sharply declined on Monday as President Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, effective Tuesday. The decision heightened trade war fears and considerably impacted investor sentiment, affecting major stock indices and causing a significant market downturn.
A Myanmar ethnic minority armed group is preparing to hand a captured city back to the military in a Beijing-brokered deal, China's foreign ministry said Tuesday, as residents reported junta troops already returning. But Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told reporters the MNDAA is set to relinquish the city to the military without firing a shot.
Ciara Brascom allegedly robbed a New Jersey bank with a water gun painted to look real, making off with $60,500 in July. Brascom admitted to financial difficulties leading her to the crime, where she threatened the teller and accessed the vault. Facing up to 20 years in prison, she awaits trial.
Canada delays retaliatory tariffs on $125B of American goods to April 2, Canadian finance minister announced after US President Donald Trump decided to suspend tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports under CUSMA. Despite the halt, 62% of Canadian exports, primarily energy-related, and half of Mexican imports still face reduced tariffs.
Hamas's armed wing announced the release of four Israeli women hostages as part of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. In exchange, Israel will free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. The agreement aims to release 33 hostages. Families of the hostages urged the Israeli Prime Minister to expedite the process for the remaining 94 captives.