A federal judge in Washington state ruled that President Trump cannot fire US attorneys who have been appointed by courts, blocking the dismissal of a Seattle prosecutor who had the job for less than an hour. The ruling tests the scope of presidential authority over court-appointed interim prosecutors.
Two veteran FBI agents overseeing counterterrorism operations in Washington were removed from their positions and reassigned over their handling of an investigation involving Katie Miller, wife of Trump adviser Stephen Miller.
US President Donald Trump warned Chinese President Xi Jinping against providing support to Iran during their Washington summit and received assurances that China would not do so, according to US Ambassador David Perdue. The warning came amid reports China had supplied Iran with missile launchers.
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up a three-day state visit focused on ceremony over substance, with agreements on AI safety channels and $30 billion in tariff cuts but no major breakthroughs on Taiwan, Iran, or trade.
Taiwan rejected Chinese President Xi Jinping's remarks to US President Donald Trump during their Washington meeting, in which Xi appeared to push for a subtle change in US stance against Taiwan independence. Taiwan accused Xi of distorting facts about the island's sovereignty and its relationship with the United States.
President Donald Trump announced he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping twice more in 2026: in November in China and again at the G20 summit in Miami in December. Trump said "a lot of progress" had been made in talks between the two countries following Xi's recent state visit to Washington.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to urge U.S. President Donald Trump to halt arms sales to Taiwan during their meeting in Washington, invoking a 1982 agreement. A $14 billion Taiwan arms deal hangs in the balance as the two leaders meet.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Washington September 23-25 for talks with President Trump on trade, artificial intelligence, Taiwan, and other contentious issues. The summit comes as a fragile trade truce between the two powers is set to expire in November.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the US has proposed a new AI safety notification system with China for incidents threatening national security, ahead of President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington this week.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are set to meet Sunday to negotiate potential agreements on AI, tariffs, and critical minerals ahead of a high-stakes Washington summit.
A United Nations fact-finding mission has found reasonable grounds to believe the United States may have committed war crimes when its strikes allegedly hit an elementary school and sports facility in Iran, including the Shajareh Tayebeh primary school in Minab. Washington has rejected the report's findings.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will arrive in Washington next week for a state visit featuring bilateral talks and a state dinner with President Donald Trump. Trump will personally greet Xi at Joint Base Andrews, with tech CEOs including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Jensen Huang, and Sam Altman invited to the White House dinner.
President Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit on September 24, sparking anxiety among US allies in Asia that Trump may soften Washington's support for Taiwan in exchange for economic concessions from Beijing. Japan and Taiwan are urging the US to maintain its current position on Taiwan.
The United Nations human rights chief called for accountability and independent investigations after 23 people died in US immigration detention in 2026, marking the highest death rate in ICE custody in over a decade. The UN also urged Washington to halt deportations to places where people face irreparable harm.
The United Nations human rights chief called for accountability and independent investigations after 23 people died in US immigration detention in 2026, marking the highest death rate in ICE custody in over a decade. The UN also urged Washington to halt deportations to places where people face irreparable harm.
Malone Lam, a 22-year-old Singapore man, is scheduled to appear in federal court in Washington on Tuesday for a plea agreement hearing related to one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in U.S. history. Prosecutors allege he helped orchestrate a scheme in which callers posing as Google and Gemini staff defrauded a single victim of over $240 million in bitcoin, with proceeds allegedly spent on luxury cars and private jets.
Malone Lam, 22, is expected to plead guilty in federal court to orchestrating a $240-245 million Bitcoin theft by impersonating Google and Gemini staff to trick a Washington investor. A Singaporean co-conspirator also pleaded guilty.
The United States and United Kingdom have formed a joint law enforcement alliance through a memorandum of understanding to investigate and dismantle scam centers involved in cryptocurrency and cyber-enabled investment fraud. The partnership was formally launched at a signing ceremony at the British ambassador's residence in Washington.
House Republican leaders canceled eight voting days in September, including the final two weeks of the session, leaving little time for consideration of the CLARITY Act before the chamber leaves Washington on Sept. 17. The Senate is scheduled to hold its first vote on the crypto legislation on Sept. 15.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced excavation will begin within two weeks on Trump's planned 250-foot memorial arch in Washington, despite ongoing lawsuits and lack of final approval from planning authorities.
Australia and the United States announced plans to strengthen their defence partnership, potentially expanding US military presence in Australia to enhance deterrence across the Pacific region. The move comes as China continues to increase its influence in the area, with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth meeting Australian counterparts in Washington.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly floated a trilateral summit between President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a secret visit to Moscow. The proposal came as Washington seeks to restart stalled Russia-Ukraine peace talks, though Putin has rejected similar meeting formats in the past.
A National Park Service report supports President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch near Memorial Bridge, despite acknowledging adverse effects on dozens of Washington's iconic landmarks including the Washington Monument.
Nvidia has established a federal political action committee funded by employees, filing a statement of organization Thursday. The move aims to strengthen the company's influence on U.S. policy as governments debate artificial intelligence regulations that could significantly impact the AI industry.
China's Huawei Technologies has submitted a proposal to the Egyptian government to build AI data centers for military, surveillance, and public sector applications. The move has drawn alarm in Washington, where officials are working to assemble a counter-offer.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated it is time to end the months-long conflict with the United States, claiming Iran is in a position of power and dignity. His remarks came as Washington announced plans to escalate economic sanctions and amid ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated it was time to end the months-long war with the United States, claiming Tehran is in a stronger position than Washington. This comes as the US prepares to announce what it calls the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
President Donald Trump stated that Iran is not prepared to make the "right deal" with Washington, as the US prepares to unveil what it describes as unprecedented economic sanctions nearly six months into an ongoing conflict. Former officials and Iran experts warn Tehran may be willing to absorb more economic pain than the administration anticipates.
US Ambassador to Turkey and Syria envoy Tom Barrack criticized Israel for striking a Syrian airbase without warning Washington, saying US intelligence found no evidence supporting Israeli claims that Turkey was preparing to deploy forces there. The strike nearly triggered a confrontation between Israel and Turkey, both US allies.
A Washington state court ordered prediction market platform Kalshi to stop offering most event contracts in the state after finding the company likely violated state gambling and consumer protection laws, though commodities and finance-related markets may continue.
A Washington judge ordered the Kennedy Center to pay more than $250,000 in legal fees to jazz musician Chuck Redd, who canceled his annual Christmas Eve concert after President Trump's name was added to the venue. The ruling follows the judge's earlier dismissal of the Kennedy Center's lawsuit against Redd in June.
Taiwan's cabinet will propose a 16 percent increase in defense spending for 2027, exceeding NT$1 trillion (US$31-34 billion) for the first time, in response to increased military pressure from China and calls from Washington to strengthen its defense capabilities.
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband held his first meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, where discussions focused on Ukraine, European security responsibilities, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Miliband faced questions about his past criticisms of President Trump, which he declined to address directly.
China's Commerce Ministry announced retaliatory measures against seven US entities, imposed stricter export controls on drones and related technology bound for the US, and restricted US agencies' role in Chinese factory inspections. The actions come in response to recent US moves targeting Chinese companies and ahead of a scheduled visit by President Xi Jinping to meet President Trump.
Authorities arrested Aaron F. Farinacci on suspicion of starting one of three major wildfires burning around Spokane, Washington, which have destroyed over 700 structures and forced 65,000 residents to evacuate.
Damascus has committed to significantly reducing imports of Russian crude oil as part of ongoing discussions with Washington over lifting Syria's State Sponsor of Terrorism designation. Russian oil shipments to Syria had jumped 75% to approximately 60,000 barrels per day this year before the agreement.
US Vice President JD Vance and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met privately at Blair House in Washington on Tuesday to discuss escalating tensions over the Iran war, following months of strain in US-Israel relations.
A federal judge refused to dismiss the case against an Afghan woman who is the first person facing deportation under the Trump administration's reactivation of a Washington-based court that had been inactive for years. The hearing marks the court's first public session since being brought back into operation.
Ukrainian forces hit two of Russia's largest oil refineries in overnight long-range strikes on Wednesday, just hours after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Donald Trump in Washington. The attacks are part of Ukraine's sustained campaign targeting Russian energy infrastructure that has contributed to fuel shortages across Russia.
The US Senate advanced sweeping sanctions legislation targeting Russia's energy revenues as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Washington. The bill, championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham who died earlier this month, cleared its first procedural hurdle.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Washington for meetings with President Trump, marking a departure from their previously warm relationship as he faces a cooled American reception and seeks support on Iran policy after making limited concessions in Gaza and Lebanon.
Three people were killed and five wounded, including a 2-year-old boy, in a mass shooting at Seattle's popular Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle. One suspect is in custody while police search for a second.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel denounced the United States for what he called 'genocidal' practices and accused Washington of seeking to seize control of the island, as Cuba endures severe economic hardship from a US oil embargo imposed in January 2026 and additional sanctions.
Israel's security cabinet voted on July 26, 2026, to allow the 200-member International Stabilization Force into Gaza under Trump's ceasefire framework, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir casting the sole dissenting vote, one day before Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila on Wednesday to lay groundwork for Chinese President Xi Jinping's expected visit to Washington in September. Rubio said the two countries were moving toward establishing trade and investment boards, while the diplomats discussed potential areas of cooperation.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang publicly praised Chinese open-source AI models as 'excellent' and 'world class,' urging Washington not to ban them, even as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of scrutinizing Chinese models for stolen intellectual property. The comments come amid growing concern in Washington over low-cost Chinese AI models like Kimi that increasingly compete with American offerings.
Three-time Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty in D.C. Superior Court to felony destruction of property charges for allegedly damaging the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which underwent a $14.7 million renovation. His lawyer has called him a 'scapegoat' in a case that has become a flashpoint over President Trump's efforts to remake Washington.
OpenAI is in early-stage talks to grant the Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, according to Financial Times reports, as the AI startup seeks to ease mounting political pressure and government scrutiny in Washington.
President Donald Trump returned to the Washington Hilton on June 26, 2026, the site where an assassination attempt against him was stopped two months prior during the annual White House event. The visit occurred under tight security as Trump delivered a speech on faith.
Israel and Hezbollah agreed to halt fighting in southern Lebanon following deadly Israeli strikes that forced cancellation of U.S.-Iran peace implementation talks. The escalation threatened to derail a tentative interim peace agreement between Washington and Tehran.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Ireland where he has taken a more conciliatory approach toward the United States, drawing positive response from Trump's Canada envoy. Ireland is attempting to maintain good relations with both countries while staying neutral in the ongoing Canada-US dispute.
Iran's national football team landed in Tijuana, Mexico on June 7, 2026, ahead of the FIFA World Cup after the United States denied visas to several team support staff members. The team will be based in Mexico despite all three group stage matches being scheduled in US stadiums, creating a diplomatic row between Tehran and Washington.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the reopening of international internet access following a nearly three-month blackout imposed during conflict with the U.S. and Israel. The move comes as diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran intensify.
President Trump posted on Truth Social, claiming Iran had informed his administration it was in a "State of Collapse" and wanted the Strait of Hormuz opened "as soon as possible" while figuring out its leadership situation. Iran's Foreign Minister immediately contradicted the message, blaming stalled negotiations on Washington's "destructive habits," while the White House confirmed no decisions had been made on Iran's latest proposal.
Armed man Cole Tomas Allen rushed a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton, firing shots outside the ballroom where Trump, Vance, and hundreds of journalists were attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Trump and cabinet members were safely evacuated; one Secret Service agent was struck but protected by a bulletproof vest.
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders voted to approve the company's proposed $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance, one of the largest media consolidations in history. The deal now faces regulatory scrutiny in Washington and London.
Iran announced it has made no decision on attending a second round of negotiations with the US in Islamabad, citing Washington's 'excessive demands' and the ship seizure. Vice President JD Vance is reportedly preparing to lead the US delegation despite uncertainty over Iranian participation.
Senator Bernie Moreno warned at a Washington event that the CLARITY Act must clear Congress by end of May or risk being shelved until 2030. His statement moved Polymarket odds of 2026 passage from 38% to 46%.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at midnight local time (21:00 GMT Thursday), announced by US President Donald Trump. The truce follows rare direct negotiations in Washington and aims to pause fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, though violations have already been reported by Lebanon's military.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to hold direct ceasefire talks in Washington next week for the first time in decades, aimed at halting violence in southern Lebanon, though fighting continues with Israel claiming it killed a close aide to Hezbollah's leader.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with President Trump and senior US officials as Trump renewed threats to reconsider US membership in the alliance, calling NATO members 'cowards' and a 'paper tiger' amid tensions over the Iran war.
The United States removed sanctions on Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, marking a significant shift in relations following the ouster of Nicolás Maduro. The move comes as Washington gradually eases measures on Venezuela.
A new analysis finds that proposed Medicaid cuts could jeopardize hundreds of hospitals across the United States that collectively provide care for approximately 7 million patients, raising concerns about access to healthcare services.
Washington Attorney General filed lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi on Friday, alleging the platform offers gambling products disguised as prediction markets in violation of state regulations. This marks the latest state-level legal action against the company.
Fractures are emerging within the GOP over President Trump's economic plan as the 2026 midterm election year begins, despite Trump's efforts to rally House Republicans at the Kennedy Center in Washington.
