Washington Times

A federal judge warned the Trump administration that the president's latest executive order targeting sanctuary cities doesn't sidestep a previous order halting similar executive action. … [Read more...] about Federal judge warns Trump can’t sidestep his order with latest sanctuary city play

Leaders from four major European countries threatened to ratchet up pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin if he does not accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that they offered on Saturday in a strong show of unity with Kyiv. … [Read more...] about Ukraine and allies urge Putin to commit to a 30-day ceasefire or face new sanctions

The new pope, Leo XIV, has this in common with many of his peers in the Catholic hierarchy: He's been in positions of authority when accusations of sexual abuse have arisen against priests under his supervision. … [Read more...] about Advocates press for accounting of sex-abuse cases in new pope’s past jurisdictions

A federal judge issued a restraining order blocking President Trump's plans for major personnel cuts across the government, saying he has to ask Congress for permission before he attempts such a broad rewrite of the bureaucracy. … [Read more...] about Judge slams brakes on Trump’s fed workforce cuts

The White House says President Trump is "determined" to maintain at least a 10% tariff on all imports, meaning all nations should expect a baseline tax on their goods even if they negotiate trade pacts with the U.S. … [Read more...] about New normal: Trump committed to a 10% tariff baseline for all nations