Democrat Congressman John Larson struggled during a speech due to what his team described as an adverse reaction to new medication. After the incident, he was reported to be fine, having attended multiple meetings with alertness and engagement. Social media users expressed concerns about his health, noting similarities to pre-stroke symptoms.
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US President Donald Trump announced that Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit the US soon amid increasing trade tensions over tariffs. Trump previously raised tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting China to impose retaliatory duties on American agricultural products. Discussions about a potential summit in June are underway, aiming to address trade disputes between the two nations.
Michigan Rep. Laurie Pohutsky revealed she underwent sterilization, expressing concerns over reproductive healthcare under Trump's policies. Her announcement at a rally highlighted fears of restricted reproductive rights. The decision drew criticism from conservatives, but Pohutsky defended it as a personal healthcare choice. Trump reinstated policies limiting federal funding for abortion services, igniting debates over reproductive rights.
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) convened an urgent meeting to address Syria's chemical weapons stockpile following President Assad's overthrow. The OPCW, which previously confirmed Syria's use of chemical weapons during the civil war, seeks access to investigate under the new transitional government.
"While her husband appears to be playing nice with the president-elect, Michelle won’t do the same," Page Six reported. Without giving any excuse, the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama simply announced that Michelle “will not attend the upcoming inauguration,†in a statement to the Associated Press on Tuesday.
Kerry Kennedy, daughter of Robert F Kennedy Sr, has criticised the release of records related to her father's assassination. She has criticised the Trump administration and her brother, Robert F Kennedy Jr, for releasing the records. The released files included documents, notes by Sirhan Sirhan, and autopsy images. Kerry expressed her pain and linked the release to Trump-era actions.
The US federal government has paused $27.5 million in family planning grants pending an investigation into compliance with legal requirements. This decision affects services such as contraception and cancer screenings, notably impacting low-income communities. Planned Parenthood and other organizations criticize the funding freeze, arguing it limits access to essential healthcare.
LA mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for attending a cocktail party in Ghana during the Palisades fire. Despite warnings about an impending windstorm, she was part of a White House delegation. In earlier statements, Bass promised not to travel internationally if elected, but broke this promise five times as she went to France three times for the Olympics in 2024.
Marco Rubio, as the new U.S. Secretary of State, will visit Panama amid concerns over China's growing influence on the Panama Canal. President Trump's claim that China has control of the canal has sparked discussions about U.S. and Panamanian sovereignty and China’s strategic intentions.
A plane carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided with a military helicopter a few miles away from the White House, resulting in a search-and-rescue operation in the Potomac River. Emergency personnel halted all takeoffs and landings at Reagan National Airport. President Trump expressed condolences, calling it a terrible accident.
When Donald Trump was asked whether Elon Musk was getting an office in the West Wing, he said, "No". "He's getting an office for about 20 people that we're hiring to make sure that these (savings) get implemented," Trump said referring to Elon Musk's work as Department of Government Efficiency chief.