Habba and Boyle Emerge as Early Favorites for Trump Press Secretary Job
Karoline Leavitt is leaving the White House press secretary role, and two well-known Trump loyalists are already being discussed as possible successors.
Karoline Leavitt Leaving Press Secretary Role, Moving to Outside Trump Advisor
President Trump announced that Karoline Leavitt will leave her role as White House press secretary at the end of the month to spend more time with her young children, while continuing as a top outside advisor.
DOJ Opinion Could Cripple Democrats’ Next Trump Investigation Push
A new DOJ Office of Legal Counsel opinion says presidents may claim executive privilege over certain confidential communications with private advisers, a move that could complicate future House investigations.
New Green Card Rule Forces Massive Departures
USCIS says most temporary visa holders seeking green cards must apply from abroad, a move the agency calls a return to the law and critics call a recipe for delays.
Woman sent back to prison for objecting to trans sex offender
America First Legal says Sarah Cavanaugh was returned to prison after objecting to a new roommate at a Rhode Island halfway house, raising new questions about federal prison policy and contractor oversight.
Wright Says Iran Deal Is Near
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said talks with Iran are moving and that pressure from the White House is part of the game. The Strait of Hormuz, meanwhile, keeps doing what chokepoints do best: making everyone nervous.
Putin Envoy Lands for Quiet U.S. Talks
Kirill Dmitriev is reportedly in Washington meeting Trump administration officials as Ukraine talks and sanctions relief on Russian oil sit on the same crowded desk.
Vance Heads to Iran Talks
JD Vance is set to lead the U.S. side in talks tied to Iran’s nuclear program, with Washington warning that pressure is still on the table if the deal goes sideways.
Dmitriev’s Washington Visit
Kirill Dmitriev’s reported trip to Washington puts Russia’s backchannel diplomacy back in the spotlight. The talks reportedly touch Ukraine, sanctions relief, and the never-ending promise of “economic cooperation,” which is politician-speak for everybody wants something.
Bondi Exit, Tipoff Claim Denied
The White House denies reports that Pam Bondi was fired for warning Eric Swalwell about FBI file plans, saying Trump had been unhappy with her DOJ performance for some time.