President Donald Trump’s Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Thursday that a major U.S.-Ukraine mineral extraction deal has been finalized, calling it a “win-win” for both nations. The agreement, which covers strategic minerals, oil, gas, and infrastructure assets, aims to boost economic cooperation while ensuring transparency and eliminating corruption risks.
Criminal defense attorney Arthur Aidala pushed back against claims that former President Donald Trump should have faced legal consequences for the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Speaking on CNN NewsNight with host Abby Phillip, Aidala stated there was “no evidence” that Trump conspired to incite or organize the riot.
Illinois' Interchange Fee Prohibition Act remains tied up in court as industry experts warn that the law could create unnecessary complications for businesses. The law prohibits credit card issuers from charging interchange fees on portions of transactions, including taxes and gratuities. While supporters claim the transition will be easy, financial institutions and business advocates argue otherwise.
Following a tense exchange between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) appeared on America Reports Friday and urged Zelensky to apologize. Graham argued that Zelensky’s actions had weakened his standing with the American public and could ultimately harm Ukraine’s ability to secure U.S. support.
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre described Democrat leaders’ public rejection of then-President Joe Biden ahead of the 2024 election as a “firing squad,” expressing shock at how quickly the party turned against him. Speaking at Harvard University’s Institute of Politics on Wednesday, she reflected on the weeks following Biden’s disastrous debate performance, which exposed his cognitive decline and led to widespread calls for him to step down.
President Donald Trump engaged in a heated exchange with a reporter during his joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, pushing back against claims that Russian President Vladimir Putin could not be trusted to honor a ceasefire deal. Trump argued that Putin’s past actions stemmed from a lack of respect for former Presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama.
Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL) argued Friday on CNN’s News Central that President Donald Trump should be thanking Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his role in defending democracy. His remarks came in response to the recent Oval Office meeting between the two leaders.
