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The outstanding questions on the ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Senate Republicans and others have unanswered questions about how the nearly $1.8B program to compensate “victims of lawfare and weaponization” would work.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche

Trump’s $1.8B fund isn’t officially open yet. That hasn’t stopped applications.

No commissioners have been chosen, a requirement before claims can be processed, an administration official told NBC News.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Meets With Lawmakers On Capitol Hill Over President Trump's 1.8 Billion Compensation Fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Meets With Lawmakers On Capitol Hill Over President Trump's 1.8 Billion Compensation Fund

Suicides rise in ICE detention; 911 calls detail serious cases of self-harm

More than 1,000 emergency calls were made over the last year from at least six detention centers around the country, according to call logs obtained by NBC News.
South Texas ICE Processing Center.
South Texas ICE Processing Center.
5h ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a chat show on Twitch

“We’re opening up a direct line of conversation between our government and the people, especially younger generations who’ve been ignored for too long,” Mamdani said.
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at his transition office
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at his transition office

Trump abruptly scraps signing of landmark executive order regulating AI

President Donald Trump scrapped an executive order signing Thursday. The order is expected to lay out partnerships with AI companies to vet new models.
President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on May 21, 2026.
President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on May 21, 2026.

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan ends independent bid for Michigan governor

Democrats had feared that Duggan, a former member of the party, would siphon votes from their nominee in the battleground state race.
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan in 2025.
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan in 2025.
10h ago

Rep. Tom Kean hasn’t been seen in his district. Voters are split on his mysterious absence.

The New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted since March 5 because of a “personal medical issue.”
Tom Kean Nov 3
Tom Kean Nov 3

Democratic group launches ICE attack against Rep. Angie Craig in Minnesota Senate primary

The Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association is backing Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan in the open-seat primary.
Angie Craig
Angie Craig
12h ago

Taiwan

Taiwan

Trump says he will hold protocol-shattering call with Taiwan leader

President Donald Trump has said he may speak with the Beijing-claimed island’s leader in a move likely to antagonize China, though it is unclear whether a call will actually take place.
Image: Composite image of President Donald Trump and Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te.
Image: Composite image of President Donald Trump and Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te.

Map: How much you pay in federal and state gas taxes

Gas taxes and fees account for as much as 17% of the cost per gallon.
This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.
This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.