Stories from Washington DC · United States

The United States announced an additional $1 billion in humanitarian funding for global initiatives. The United States announced $1 billion in new humanitarian aid on Thursday. This funding is intended to support ongoing relief work, including efforts in Ukraine.

The Department of Justice under President Trump may ask the Supreme Court to intervene regarding the guilty verdict in the E. Jean Carroll case. The Department of Justice may request the Supreme Court's intervention regarding the civil verdict against the president. Two Mifepristone manufacturers had asked the court to intervene with an emergency ruling. Manufacturers of mifepristone asked the court to weigh in with an emergency decision regarding access to the drug. The ruling allows women seeking to end a pregnancy to obtain the medication. This action keeps the drug widely available. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals had previously ruled that mifepristone must be prescribed and dispensed in person. Justices have been granted more time to review the matter. The Supreme Court has intervened in the legal battle over the abortion pill mifepristone.

The President of the United States is suing the United States for $10 billion. The lawyer defending the country works for the President, which is described as an unusual situation. The lawsuit concerns a $10 billion figure, though specific details remain unclear.

President Trump's Justice Department is examining potential anti-trust issues and price-fixing practices within the beef industry. The industry is largely controlled by four major meat packing companies. The department is also in the process of offloading many programs.

The United States and China must collaborate to address transnational global issues, according to a report. The meeting aimed to foster cooperation and address trade tensions that have escalated since last year.

The term 'defrauding of the American taxpayer' was used in reference to war spending. The President of the United States has labeled a certain action as a defrauding of the American taxpayer and a violation.

New research suggests participation in arts activities like singing, dancing, and visiting museums is associated with a younger biological age. A research team controlled for factors such as time spent and stress levels, still observing these results.

Iowa's family farmers are urging the Senate to pass legislation ensuring year-round access to E15 fuel. They are counting on the Senate to deliver the bill, which they see as for their businesses.

Administration officials have warned banks about the potential risks associated with advanced AI technologies like Mythos. The warning was issued during a meeting with the CEO of Anthropix. US officials have alerted banks to the potential risks posed by artificial intelligence.

President Biden is expected to host President Xi for a visit to the White House in September.