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Donald Trump's $600 mn war chest: His strategy for midterms and beyond

Between a barrage of executive orders, foreign trips and norm-shattering proclamations, Donald Trump has also been busy raking in cash. The president has amassed a war chest of at least USD 600 million in political donations heading into the midterm elections, according to three people familiar with the matter. It's an unprecedented sum in modern politics, particularly for a lame-duck president who is barred by the U.S. Constitution from running again. Trump is keeping an aggressive fundraising schedule with the ultimate goal of raising USD 1 billion or more to back his agenda and hold the House and Senate next November, according to the people, who spoke on condition of anonymity to share internal details of the fundraising efforts. The preoccupation with fundraising might seem highly unusual for a president who was notably averse to dialing for dollars when he first ran. But according to people familiar with his thinking, it makes perfect sense: By amassing money, Trump amasses ..

Trump's Golden Dome plan could launch new era of weapons in space

While the world's biggest space powers - the US, Russia and China - have put military and intelligence assets in orbit since the 1960s, they have done so mostly in secrecy

Canada in talks to join US 'Golden Dome' missile defence system: PM Carney

Canadian PM Mark Carney confirms high-level talks with US over participation in Trump's space-based Golden Dome project; system set to be fully operational by 2029

Explained: What is the US’ new ‘golden dome’ missile defense system? | Trump | Defence news

US President Donald Trump has announced an ambitious space-based missile shield called ‘golden dome’. Watch the video to learn all about it.

US remittance tax plan raises discrimination concerns for overseas Indians

The bill proposes the levy on all cross-border remittances made by non-citizens, including H-1B, L-1, and F-1 visa holders, as well as green card holders

China to US ocean cargo bookings surge nearly 300% after tariff truce

The suspension of tariffs is pushing US importers to front-load orders from China, with shipping lines predicting an earlier-than-expected peak cargo season

Hidden communication devices found in Chinese power inverters in US

US officials find hidden communication devices in Chinese-made power inverters and batteries, raising fears over security risks to critical energy infrastructure

Trump’s $400 million jet controversy | US news | Qatar | Jet gift from Qatar

US President Donald Trump is reportedly eyeing a $400 million luxury Boeing 747-8 jet — a gift from the Qatari royal family — to be used as Air Force One.

'PM Modi has our full support', says US on Pahalgam terror attack

The United State has encouraged both countries to de-escalate tensions and urged Pakistan to cooperate in the investigation of the Pahalgam terror attack

China, US 'very, very close' in the chip race, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

China has made significant investment in resources to shore up its semiconductor sector amid the recent export restrictions by the US and its allies

Trump claims he can bring deported man back from El Salvador, but won't

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a 29-year-old Salvadoran who has lived in the US for more than ten years, was mistakenly sent to El Salvador last month despite having court protection against deportation

India set to join Australia's biggest military exercise for first time

Dubbed as the 'Olympics of military exercises', Talisman Sabre is the most important military exercise that the Australian Defence Force engages in every second year

'In touch with India, Pakistan', says US official on Pahalgam terror attack

The US State Department spokesperson sidestepped a reporter's question about a Pakistani minister's claim that his country carried out 'dirty work' on behalf of the US and the UK

Why did China declare sovereignty over a disputed reef in South China Sea?

This development comes at a time when Philippine and US troops are conducting their annual military exercises, which include preparation for potential South China Sea conflicts

Deal or war? What’s next for the US and Iran?

The United States and Iran have taken a new step toward diplomacy, holding indirect talks in Muscat, Oman on April 12, 2025.

US advises allies to shun Chinese satellite services in leaked memo

The memo by the state department warned that countries collaborating with China's space providers risks the transfer of sensitive information

What did FBI's Kash Patel say on gangster Happy Passia's arrest?

Earlier this year, the NIA had announced a reward of ₹5 lakh for information leading to Happy Passia's arrest, over his suspected involvement in grenade attacks targeting Punjab police stations

Will President Trump replace Defence Secretary Hegseth over Signal leak?

According to National Public Radio, the Trump administration had begun a search for a new defence secretary after Hegseth's latest Signal controversy

JD Vance in India: US VP to visit Akshardham, Taj Mahal; complete itinerary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host a dinner for US Vice President JD Vance on Monday evening, following talks that are expected to focus on trade tariffs and bilateral relations

Measles outbreak: WHO issues travel warning amid rising cases in the US

As of March 27, there were over 483 confirmed cases of measles in the US, along with two deaths. The WHO has now issued a travel advisory. The CDC has also identified 3 major outbreaks in 2025