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(L) US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters outside the White House in Washington, DC, on April 23, 2025. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) / (R)A worker climbs onto the roof of the White House to lower the flag to half-staff on April 16, 2013 in Washington, DC. At least three people were killed and over 100 wounded when two explosions struck near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15. At least three people were killed and over 100 wounded when two explosions struck near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15. As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on April 15, 2013, in Boston, Massachusetts, US President Barack Obama issued a proclamation that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, April 20, 2013. AFP PHOTO / Mandel NGAN (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Trump Personally Funding Installation Of 2 New ‘Beautiful’ Flagpoles, Adding More American Flags To WH Grounds

President Donald Trump has revealed plans to erect two striking 100-foot flagpoles on the White House grounds, each proudly displaying a pristine American flag.

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 4: Sen. Richard Durbin (D-IL) speaks during a news conference following the weekly Senate Democrats policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on March 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Senate Democrats discussed President Trump's policies during his first few weeks in office ahead of the president's address to a joint session of Congress tonight. (Photo by Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images)

Democrat Sen. Dick Durbin Will Not Seek Re-election In 2026

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin, the Democrat Whip and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2026.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Rep. Crockett Says She’s ‘Absolutely’ Down For Head-To-Head IQ Test With Trump, Calls Musk An ‘Idiot’

Texas Democrat Representative Jasmine Crockett stated during an interview with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel that she would “absolutely” take on a head-to-head IQ test against President Donald Trump.

(L) President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) / (R) WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 23: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent delivers remarks during the International Finance Institute Global Outlook Forum at the Willard InterContinental Washington on April 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. The forum is being held alongside the 2025 spring meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and International Monetary Fund (IMF). (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Trump: Tariffs On China Will ‘Come Down Substantially… We Are Going To Have A Fair Deal’

President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible reversal of course in his trade war with China, stating that high tariffs on Chinese imports will “come down substantially, but it won’t be zero.” These remarks seemingly prompted markets to spike on Wednesday.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY - APRIL 23: People gather outside after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Istanbul on April 24, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. Turkey Metropolitan Municipality reported that no major incidents or injuries were recorded after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Istanbul. (Photo by Burak Kara/Getty Images)

Turkey: 6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Istanbul, Injuring More Than 150

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Istanbul, Turkey, and other areas of the country on Wednesday, Turkey’s disaster and emergency management agency said Wednesday.

AGRA, INDIA - APRIL 23: U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks to media as he departs Agra, India en route to Jaipur, India after visiting the Taj Mahal on April 23, 2025 in Agra, India. Vance and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday indicated progress had been made in talks for a trade deal between the two countries as New Delhi attempts to boosts ties with the Trump administration and avoid steep U.S. tariffs. (Photo Kenny Holston - Pool/Getty Images)

With Trump’s ‘Final Offer’ On the Table, Vance Warns Of U.S. Exit from Russia-Ukraine Talks

Vice President JD Vance threatened to abandon Russia and Ukraine peace negotiations on Wednesday ahead of a high-stakes meeting in London where the two nations are to discuss President Donald Trump’s “final offer.”