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Trump distances himself from voter frustration with GOP: ‘They’re not angry at me’

Trump says voters are angry with Republicans, not him, as Democrats gain ground heading into the 2026 midterms.

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Trump grows angry over reports on depleted munitions — believing it weakens him in Iran negotiations

President Trump is demanding an investigation into leaks about shrinking U.S. weapons stockpiles, arguing the disclosures undermine America's leverage as he weighs further military action against Iran.

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US officials attempted to warn Iran of fears that Israel would assassinate mediators

U.S. officials reportedly warned Iran through intermediaries that they feared Israel could target key Iranian negotiators during nuclear talks, underscoring tensions that threatened fragile diplomacy.

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Read the 14-point draft agreement between the US and Iran

A leaked draft of a 14-point U.S.–Iran agreement outlines a ceasefire, sanctions relief, and nuclear restrictions, but key details remain disputed ahead of formal signing.

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US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments

The Trump administration is moving to release the text of its Iran agreement, but officials say the brief memorandum is intentionally vague, with the most significant commitments existing in private understandings that will shape future nuclear and sanctions negotiations.

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‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement

Behind closed doors, President Trump’s national security team wrestled with deep skepticism over Iran’s intentions before ultimately backing a framework agreement aimed at ending the conflict and curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.

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New Car Prices Expected to Exceed $50,000 in 2026

Average new car prices are expected to climb back above $50,000 next year, driven by higher production costs, consumer demand, and the popularity of larger vehicles.

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Trump aides are discussing jobs for Eric Adams to try to clear the NYC mayoral field against Mamdani

New York Mayor Eric Adams met privately with President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff earlier this week to discuss potential opportunities to join the Trump administration, sources familiar with the matter told CNN.

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Trump signs executive order making it easier to remove homeless people from streets

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday making it easier for local jurisdictions to remove homeless people from the streets.

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Trump to sign legislation cracking down on illicit fentanyl

President Donald Trump will host congressional leaders and families affected by the fentanyl epidemic on Wednesday for a signing ceremony on bipartisan legislation that would strengthen prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers, White House officials tell CNN.

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