ABCNEWS - Trump says US-South Korea exercises are 'insulting' to North Korea's Kim
Trump said the U.S. is scaling back the exercises and that he'll meet with Kim.
AXIOS (Barak Ravid) - Syrian foreign minister to Axios: Israeli bombing of airbase was unjustified
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani told Axios Wednesday that he made clear to Israel his government wasn't working with Turkey to amass a military presence at a Syrian airbase — but Israel went ahead and attacked the site anyway. Why it matters: The early Tuesday morning strike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase has heightened tensions among three close U.S. partners in the region, just as the Trump administration is trying to prevent further escalation. What they're saying: "[T]here was no intention to establish a Turkish base there, nor to establish a permanent Turkish military presence or deploy Turkish forces at the site," Al-Shaibani said in one of eight written responses to questions from Axios. - Meanwhile, President Trump told…
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani told Axios Wednesday that he made clear to Israel his government wasn't working with Turkey to amass a military presence at a Syrian airbase — but Israel went ahead and attacked the site anyway. Why it matters: The early Tuesday morning strike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase has heightened tensions among three close U.S. partners in the region, just as the Trump administration is trying to prevent further escalation. What they're saying: "[T]here was no intention to establish a Turkish base there, nor to establish a permanent Turkish military presence or deploy Turkish forces at the site," Al-Shaibani said in one of eight written responses to questions from Axios. - Meanwhile, President Trump told…Open
NYTIMES (Pranav Baskar) - What to Know About Iran’s Economic Ties With Gulf Countries
The United Arab Emirates, Iran’s most important regional trading partner, announced a total embargo on transactions with Tehran on Tuesday.
WASHINGTONPOST (Steve Thompson) - United States debt surpasses $40 trillion
The landmark number comes months earlier than forecasters anticipated.
NYTIMES (Matthew Cullen) - U.S. Debt Hits $40 Trillion
Also, Trump nominates a Kennedy ally to lead the F.D.A. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.
WASHINGTONPOST (Cat Zakrzewski, Jarrell Dillard) - Trump joins leaders of crypto companies in push for industry-backed bill
President Donald Trump on Wednesday called for Congress to pass legislation that could lend greater legitimacy to the fast-growing industry — which includes the Trump family business.
HUFFPOST - Natalie Harp Reportedly Couldn't Get A Seat In Trump's SUV So She Decided To... Huh?!?
The president’s “human printer” appeared to show just how committed she is to sticking by his side.
The president’s “human printer” appeared to show just how committed she is to sticking by his side.Open
HUFFPOST - Trump Really Wants You To Pay Attention To His Big-Boy Construction Projects
“One thing I know how to do is build,” Trump said.
“One thing I know how to do is build,” Trump said.Open
HUFFPOST - Zohran Mamdani Was Criticized For Something Important And His Response Is Shocking People
The New York City mayor’s recent social media video caused quite a stir ― and brought attention to a serious issue.
The New York City mayor’s recent social media video caused quite a stir ― and brought attention to a serious issue.Open
HUFFPOST - Ex-Fauci Adviser Pleads Guilty In COVID-19 Records Scheme
Dr. David Morens faces up to five years in prison after admitting to conspiring to conceal documents related to the pandemic and grant research.
Dr. David Morens faces up to five years in prison after admitting to conspiring to conceal documents related to the pandemic and grant research.Open