Sunday, Feb 09

Negotiations on the federal spending bill stall, raising the possibility of a government shutdown due to escalating tensions between GOP and Democrats over budget priorities.

Sunday, Feb 09

Indonesia halts tourism projects affiliated with Trump over serious environmental concerns regarding damp management and local ecosystems.

Sunday, Feb 09

San Francisco and a coalition of cities file a lawsuit challenging Trump's crackdown on sanctuary cities and their federal funding.

Saturday, Feb 08

President Trump has named himself chairman of the Kennedy Center, ousting board members opposed to his vision for the arts.

Saturday, Feb 08

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's effort to significantly reduce USAID's workforce, citing unconstitutional actions and potential humanitarian crises.

Saturday, Feb 08

California Governor Gavin Newsom signs legislation to allocate $50 million to safeguard immigrants and counter federal challenges during Trump's presidency.

Saturday, Feb 08

Trump announces plans to sign an executive order promoting plastic straws, reversing Biden's push for eco-friendly alternatives, sparking heated debate online.

Saturday, Feb 08

Ellen Weintraub contests Trump's firing as illegal, sparking discussions on her options and the implications for campaign finance enforcement.

Saturday, Feb 08

Panama exits China's Belt and Road Initiative, prompting reactions from both the US and China amid escalating tensions over the strategic Panama Canal.

Saturday, Feb 08

Ukrainian President Zelensky is open to a rare earth minerals deal with Trump, highlighting the resource partnership amid ongoing military aid discussions.