In his Senate confirmation hearing, Kevin Warsh pledged to preserve the Federal Reserve’s independence and to set monetary policy strictly based on economic data. He also signaled support for balance sheet reductions, framing them as a policy path guided by conditions rather than political pressure—amid heightened scrutiny of the next Fed chair’s approach to rates and credibility.
Iran’s expected involvement in the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now clouded by fresh US remarks. Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio pointed to potential security and entry problems, intensifying uncertainty. The situation follows earlier discussions by US special envoy Paolo Zampolli, leaving fans wondering whether Iran can realistically participate under current constraints.
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Rahm Emanuel, seen by some as a potential 2028 US presidential contender, launched a harsh attack on Donald Trump, accusing his administration of sabotaging efforts by previous presidents to strengthen US-India ties. Emanuel’s remarks frame Trump’s approach as undermining long-running relationship-building, sparking fresh debate over the direction of Washington’s India policy.
US Vice President JD Vance’s planned trip to Islamabad for negotiations with Iran has been indefinitely cancelled, The Wall Street Journal reports. The move comes after President Donald Trump announced a “ceasefire extension” and urged a unified Iranian proposal. Analysts say the decision signals a shift toward coordinating a single diplomatic approach rather than running separate outreach tracks.
Donald Trump’s “President of Peace” claim is growing: he now says he has solved nine wars and points to a ceasefire as a potential tenth. But the tally includes an unnamed item, ongoing conflicts suggest the impact is limited, and some disputes listed were not traditional military wars—raising questions about how the numbers are counted.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration directive requiring universities to submit admissions data next week to show they are not using race. Seventeen Democratic state attorneys filed a lawsuit, prompting the halt. The court also extended the submission deadline to March 25, giving time to review the legal challenge.
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President Donald Trump said there is “no pressure” on him to end the Iran conflict, arguing that any deal must be “appropriate and good” for the United States and its allies. He pushed back on media claims that he wants a quick end to fighting, pointing to Iran’s weakened capabilities, a strong blockade, and an agreed ceasefire still clouded by disagreements.
A bipartisan bill in the US House would waive a steep $100,000 H-1B visa fee for foreign doctors and nurses. The charge was introduced earlier and could raise hospital costs, especially at facilities already stretched thin. With the US facing a major doctor shortage, the proposal aims to help bring more medical professionals into care, including in rural and underserved communities.
Sean Plankey, Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. cybersecurity agency CISA, has asked to withdraw his name. The move follows a turbulent year marked by chaotic temporary leadership and instability in the agency’s direction. Plankey’s request raises questions about what comes next for CISA’s permanent leadership and whether the agency can regain steady footing.
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