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Trump’s Iran Triumph: Doomers And Critics, Quiet Down

The result is a verifiable deal that ends Iran’s nuclear ambitions with no boots on the ground, no endless occupation, and no multi-trillion-dollar quagmire.

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Teen Dies After Being Thrown From Runaway Horse-Drawn Carriage In Central Park

An 18-year-old passenger has died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage that went out of control in New York City's Central Park. According to police, the incident occurred Wednesday afternoon when a carriage horse suddenly bolted while the driver was outside the carriage. The teen was riding with three other passengers when the horse took off, sending at least two people from the moving carriage. Video captured the horse racing through the park while pulling the carriage before it collided with another carriage and overturned. The teenager was transported to a hospital in critical condition but later died from injuries sustained in the crash. The other passengers declined medical treatment. A representative for the Transport Workers Union, which represents carriage drivers, said the driver had stepped away from the carriage to take a photograph of passengers, an action that is against industry rules. The horse involved had reportedly been working in Central Park for only six weeks. The tragedy has intensified debate over New York City's horse-drawn carriage industry, a long-standing tourist attraction that has faced increasing scrutiny from animal welfare advocates and safety activists. The incident comes just days after a separate horse-related incident in the park involving the fatal collapse of a carriage horse. The Central Park Conservancy renewed its call for a ban on horse-drawn carriages following the crash, arguing that the risks to both people and animals are too great. Officials have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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Hegseth Announces Review Of U.S. Troops in Europe, Presses NATO Allies To Do More

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is calling on NATO allies to take greater responsibility for their own security, announcing a six-month Pentagon review of U.S. military forces stationed across Europe. Speaking to defense officials in Brussels on Thursday, Hegseth said the review will examine America's military footprint on the continent and assess whether NATO members are doing enough to lead their own defense efforts. Hegseth also criticized some European allies for refusing to grant U.S. forces access to military bases during recent operations targeting Iran. He described those decisions as "shameful" and argued they highlighted the need for a stronger and more self-reliant alliance. The defense secretary called for what he described as a “NATO 3.0,” envisioning an alliance that remains united but places greater responsibility on European nations to provide for their own security. The announcement comes as the United States plans to significantly increase defense spending over the next several years, with administration officials emphasizing a focus on protecting American interests while maintaining support for NATO and its collective defense mission. The Pentagon review is expected to conclude later this year and could influence future decisions regarding U.S. troop levels and military resources in Europe.

Pastors for Trump Founder Suspends Congressional Campaign After Texting Controversy

Oklahoma megachurch pastor and Pastors for Trump founder Jackson Lahmeyer has suspended his campaign for Congress just one day after advancing to a Republican runoff election. Lahmeyer announced the decision Wednesday, saying he reached it after "prayerful consideration" with his wife and campaign team. In a statement, he said he did not want to become a distraction to his family, church, or the voters of Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. The move follows reports that Lahmeyer exchanged romantic text messages with a woman who was not his wife. According to multiple media reports, the messages were sent to a fundraiser who worked on his congressional campaign. Lahmeyer reportedly acknowledged crossing a boundary through text messaging and said the matter had been addressed privately. His withdrawal came shortly after President Donald Trump endorsed Lahmeyer’s runoff opponent, Oklahoma State Representative Mark Tedford. Trump had previously backed Lahmeyer and praised his role in founding Pastors for Trump, a coalition of faith leaders that supported Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. With Lahmeyer out of the race, Tedford is now expected to move forward as the Republican nominee in the contest for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District seat.

Trump Sees Mixed Results In Georgia Runoff Elections

Georgia Republicans delivered a mixed outcome for President Donald Trump in Tuesday’s runoff elections, backing his preferred candidate in the U.S. Senate race while rejecting his choice for governor. In the Senate contest, Congressman Mike Collins secured the Republican nomination, defeating former football coach Derek Dooley. Collins will now face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. Ossoff is the only Democratic U.S. senator seeking reelection this cycle in a state won by Trump in the 2024 presidential election. The governor’s race produced a different result. Republican voters chose healthcare entrepreneur Rick Jackson over Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, who had Trump's endorsement. Jackson, a billionaire businessman making his first run for statewide office, spent heavily from his personal fortune during the campaign. Jackson will face Democratic nominee and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in what is expected to be one of the state's most closely watched races this fall. The results underscore Trump's continued influence within the Republican Party while also showing that endorsements do not always guarantee victory, particularly in competitive statewide contests.

Families of Children With Disabilities Concerned Over Federal Education Oversight Changes

Parents of children with disabilities are expressing concern after the Trump administration announced major changes to how the federal government handles education-related civil rights complaints and special education programs. Under the plan, the U.S. Department of Justice will assume responsibility for enforcing civil rights protections in schools, while the Department of Health and Human Services will oversee special education programs previously managed by the Department of Education. Advocates say the changes come at a time when many families are already facing long delays in resolving complaints involving discrimination, bullying, and access to educational services. Some disability rights groups argue that special education should remain under an education-focused agency rather than a health department. The Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has historically served as a last resort for families seeking federal intervention. However, critics note that a growing backlog of cases has already slowed the complaint process. Supporters of the administration's plan say the reorganization could improve efficiency and better align federal resources. But many parents and advocacy organizations worry the transition could create additional confusion and delays for students who rely on federal protections and services.

Bystanders Praised for Heroic Rescue Efforts After Deadly Texas Plane Crash

Several Good Samaritans are being praised for risking their own safety to help passengers escape a fiery plane crash on a Texas highway. Among those who rushed to the scene was 23-year-old tow truck driver Ivan Franco, who said he feared the aircraft could explode at any moment. Despite the danger, Franco and other bystanders worked alongside police officers to rescue survivors trapped inside the wreckage. Witnesses used tools, including a sledgehammer and a shovel, in attempts to reach the occupants. Authorities say officers and civilians eventually lifted the aircraft’s door, allowing three passengers and two pilots to escape. The crash occurred after the business jet experienced mechanical problems and attempted an emergency landing. One person was killed in the accident: Joshua Baer, a prominent Texas entrepreneur and technology investor known for supporting startup companies through his Austin-based venture capital firm. Investigators continue to examine what caused the aircraft to go down. Meanwhile, those involved in the rescue are being recognized for their quick actions, which officials say likely saved lives.

Officials Say Agreement Signed By Trump And Iran's President

June 17 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war with Iran, a U.S. official told Reuters. The memo had been signed digitally on Sunday by Vice President JD Vance and Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and witnessed by Trump, the official said.

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Fed Begins Warsh Era By Keeping Rates On Hold, Sees Hike Later This Year

WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, but policymakers expect a hike in borrowing costs later this year amid growing concerns about inflation lodged above the U.S. central bank's 2% target. New quarterly projections showed nine Fed officials now anticipate a hike in rates by the end of 2026, and an updated policy statement removed language that had been used to flag the likelihood of further reductions in borrowing costs this year. Indeed, the statement, in an early sign of new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's influence, removed any guidance about future rate moves altogether, with a revised format that simply stated the rate decision and reaffirmed the central bank's intent to keep "ample reserves in the banking system." The shortened document, a return to a format similar to that used by former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan, was approved by a unanimous 12-0 vote by the central bank's Federal Open Market Committee. The statement showed other signs of Warsh's early influence on the debate as he takes over after being appointed earlier this year by President Donald Trump with an expectation that he would deliver the rate cuts the president has demanded. The description of the economy touched on issues Warsh has emphasized, mentioning that "productivity growth and capital investment are strong." While acknowledging that inflation was "elevated relative to the Committee's 2% goal," that development was assigned in part to "supply shocks that have driven price increases in certain sectors, including energy." New projections show inflation slowing sharply next year, allowing rates to return to where they are now by the end of 2027 and easing modestly further in 2028. "The Committee will deliver price stability," the statement said. Treasury yields rose after the release of the policy statement and projections. U.S. stocks fell modestly while the dollar gained ground against a basket of currencies. Short-term interest-rate futures are now pricing a bigger chance of a rate hike by September than a hold. MISSING DOT Only 18 of 19 policymakers submitted rate projections for the so-called "dot-plot" chart released by the Fed, and while the missing "dot" is not identifiable, it was presumably withheld by Warsh, who is only about three weeks into the job and has been critical of the quarterly Summary of Economic Projections. The statement marks a turning point not just in leadership at the central bank but in a monetary policy outlook that since the fall of 2024 had been geared to lower borrowing costs from the elevated rates used to help tame inflation that hit 40-year highs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Projections among officials showed the policy interest rate, which has been set in the 3.50%-3.75% range since last December, would rise by a quarter of a percentage point by the end of this year. The outlook for inflation for the end of 2026 was marked up to 3.6% from 2.7%, before it is seen falling to 2.3% next year, all without a rate increase - consistent with the statement language attributing high prices to supply disruptions that would typically be expected to pass. Economic growth was marked down slightly, with the unemployment rate expected to end the year at 4.4%, the same as in the Fed's March projections.

U.S. Officials Read Memorandum Of Understanding With Iran To Journalists

After days of secrecy, senior U.S. officials on Wednesday briefed journalists on the memorandum of understanding with Iran ahead of a formal signing ceremony scheduled for Friday. The U.S. draft of the agreement includes a new ‘minimum’ standard for diluting Iran’s highly enriched uranium and toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump is wrapping up his time with world leaders in Évian-les-Bains, France, for the Group of Seven summit. Trump has blurred the timeline for the Iran deal’s signing, even as he tries to sell the tentative agreement as a pact that will ensure Iran never develops a nuclear weapon. Trump’s last stop in France is a glitzy dinner at the Palace of Versailles outside of Paris.