POLITICSTrump’s Iran Approach Sows ConfusionPresident Trump’s pendulum swings on Iran have often seemed driven by mood and moment rather than any discernible strategy.NY Times·May 29, 2026
POLITICSThe GOP’s Attacks on James Talarico Are Straight Out of the Incel HandbookClaims about low testosterone and false accusations of veganism might play well to the online far right, but will they win an election?Wired·May 28, 2026
POLITICSColombia’s first left-wing gov’t has reduced poverty, but has pile of debtA big challenge for Colombia's next president will be how to reduce country's debt without sacrificing social gains.Al Jazeera·May 28, 2026
POLITICSA Democrat’s Dodge on AIPAC Points to the Party’s Tensions Over IsraelA key moment at a Senate primary debate in Michigan showed how pro-Israel Democrats are approaching the issue with caution.NY Times·May 28, 2026
POLITICSGuatemala denies agreeing to US strikes against drug traffickersPresident Bernardo Arevalo's government says it requested security cooperation but did not approve US attacks.Al Jazeera·May 28, 2026
POLITICSIran, Gas Prices, the Ballroom: Trump Professes Indifference Over FalloutPresident Trump has increasingly adopted a posture of nonchalance when pushed on the political consequences of his actions.NY Times·May 28, 2026
POLITICSSwallowing Concerns, G.O.P. Senators Rally Behind PaxtonAfter attacking the Texas attorney general, who won the G.O.P. nomination, Senate Republicans are pivoting sharply to support him in what is now a competitive race.NY Times·May 28, 2026
POLITICSIran reportedly launches missiles as Trump mulls deal to pause war for two monthsThe latest military and economic actions come as President Trump insists he feels no pressure to make a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.CNBC·May 28, 2026
POLITICSTreasury Department prepares $250 bill with Trump's face on itCongress needs to pass legislation in order for the bill's printingNPR·May 28, 2026
POLITICSGuatemala requests US military cooperation against drug trafficking<p>Central American country says its president spoke with Pete Hegseth to confirm terms of cooperation</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/feb/17/sign-up-for-the-breaking-news-us-email-to-get-newsletter-alerts-direct-to-your-inbox?utm_medium=ACQUISITIONS_STANDFIRST&utm_cThe Guardian·May 28, 2026
POLITICSU.S. government is reportedly set to invest in drone industry. These are Wall Street’s favorite playsAnalysts believe that stocks such as Unusual Machines and Motorola Solutions are most likely to benefit from heightened interest in the drone industry.CNBC·May 28, 2026
POLITICSUS government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trump's faceFederal law bars printing images of living people on US currency, but Trump allies in Congress are moving to make an exception.BBC News·May 28, 2026
