FIFA Suspends Balogun Ban After Reported Trump Call, Igniting UEFA Fury
President Trump reportedly lobbied FIFA to overturn U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun's red card, allowing him to play in the World Cup Round of 16. The move drew praise from some and sharp criticism from UEFA and others over politicizing the sport.
Trump arrives at NATO summit as Kyiv, Russian energy sites face strikes
Trump prepares for NATO meetings in Turkey while Russia launches fresh strikes on Kyiv and Ukraine hits Russian oil sites. Allies are anxious about enforcement of defense spending pledges.
Trump Rules Add Scrutiny to Spouses, Triple Minor Deportations
Traditional fast-track citizenship paths for spouses of citizens face new scrutiny and speed bumps under the Trump administration, with deportations of protected immigrant kids also rising sharply.
Trump Revives Meloni Feud With 'Restraining Order' Post Before NATO Summit
Trump posted attacks suggesting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is stalking him, renewing tensions ahead of the NATO summit.
Parties Pitch Rival Visions for America on 250th Anniversary
Trump delivered addresses at Mount Rushmore and the National Mall celebrating U.S. exceptionalism while warning of communist threats, mixing patriotism with political attacks.
Futures Climb on Chips as Geopolitics and Data Loom
S&P and ISM services PMI readings are due alongside steady job openings, while futures rise on chip stocks and investors watch Fed minutes and trade policy shifts.