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King Charles Begins High-Stakes Diplomatic Visit to U.S. Apr 28, 2026

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Britain's King Charles III met with Trump at the White House amid fraying United States and United Kingdom relations due to the Iran war. We bring you all the latest updates and planned events surrounding the monarch’s four-day state visit.

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Report: Warnings About Epstein Abuse Went Unheeded by UK Police Apr 25, 2026

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A United States delegation is heading to Pakistan. But, will they get to meet face-to-face with a top Iranian official who is already there? Plus, a report alleges more Epstein crimes after Virginia Guiffre tried to sound the alarm.

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Trump Orders Navy to “Shoot & Kill” Mine-Laying Boats in Strait Apr 24, 2026

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President Trump tells the United States Navy to take out any Iranian boats placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, risking escalating tensions and causing oil prices to rise once again. Plus, a new investigation launched into the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files.

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WH: Trump Has “No Firm Deadline” for Iranian Peace Proposal Apr 23, 2026

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Iran is seizing ships as more talks are allegedly set for who knows when. Plus, a look at the fight for control of Congress in 2026 as Virginia voters side with Democrats and change the map.

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Trump: “I Expect to Be Bombing” if No Progress in Iran Talks Apr 22, 2026

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President Trump is now ordering the US military to hold off on any attacks and to keep up the blockade on Iranian ports. Plus, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve was grilled on Capitol Hill.

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Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Step Down as Labor Secretary Apr 21, 2026

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A ceasefire with Iran is about to expire so will we see more strikes? Plus, an apology from United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer tied to the Epstein files as he tries to quiet calls for him to resign.

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Trump: Iran Will Turn Over “Nuclear Dust” Apr 18, 2026

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Iranian sources dispute Trump’s claims that Iran has agreed to forfeit all of their “nuclear dust” to the United States in the current negotiations. Plus, a federal prosecutor was pulled from the case after he resisted pressure to charge one of Trump’s perceived political enemies.

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Pope Leo: “Woe to Those Who Manipulate Religion” Apr 17, 2026

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President Trump claims the United States has a lot of agreement with Iran. Also, according to police, former Lieutenant Governor of Virginia kills his wife and himself. Plus, nearly one week after splashdown we hear from the four astronauts who went to the far side of the moon and are now back on Earth.

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British PM Refuses to Join Iran War Apr 16, 2026

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President Trump’s new threat against the chair of the Federal Reserve. Plus, a second investigation has been launched into former congressman Eric Swalwell. Also, the International Monetary Fund is warning the Iran war could create a global shortage of oil and tip the world into a recession.

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How the War & U.S. Blockade Affect What We Buy Apr 15, 2026

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New criticism from President Trump as he takes issue with words from the Pope. Plus, two members of Congress are out of their jobs after getting engulfed in sex-related scandals.

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