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Trump gets 'golden share' power in US Steel buyout. US agencies will get it under future presidents

Trump gets 'golden share' power in US Steel buyout. US agencies will get it under future presidents

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — President Donald Trump will control the so-called “golden share” that's part of the national security agreement under which he allowed Japan-based Nippon Steel to buy out iconic American steelmaker U.S.
Trump grapples for upper hand in debate over damage caused by US strikes on Iran

Trump grapples for upper hand in debate over damage caused by US strikes on Iran

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday rejected an early intelligence assessment that U.S.
Canada brings seven citizens out of Israel, West Bank as most find their own way out

Canada brings seven citizens out of Israel, West Bank as most find their own way out

OTTAWA — Global Affairs Canada says it brought just seven Canadians out of Israel and the West Bank to Jordan on buses offered Wednesday.
The US and Iran have had bitter relations for decades. After the bombs, a new chapter begins

The US and Iran have had bitter relations for decades. After the bombs, a new chapter begins

WASHINGTON (AP) — Now comes a new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations , whether for the better or the even worse.
National chief asks senators to slow down major projects bill, as senator collapses

National chief asks senators to slow down major projects bill, as senator collapses

OTTAWA — The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations is calling on senators to slow down Ottawa's sprint to pass Prime Minister Mark Carney's controversial major projects bill this week.
Senator Patrick Brazeau collapses in chamber, staff say he appears to be recovering

Senator Patrick Brazeau collapses in chamber, staff say he appears to be recovering

OTTAWA — Sen. Patrick Brazeau is said to be recovering after collapsing on the Senate floor on Wednesday in the midst of debate on the federal government's major projects bill. Brazeau, 50, rose to speak shortly after 4 p.m.
Alberta panel members say idea to cut aid to some newcomers comes from government

Alberta panel members say idea to cut aid to some newcomers comes from government

EDMONTON — Two members of Alberta's new $2-million panel fighting federal overreach say they aren't responsible for the messaging and ideas on the panel's website, including a suggestion to end social supports for some newcomers.
Who is Zohran Mamdani? State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor

Who is Zohran Mamdani? State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor

NEW YORK (AP) — When he announced his run for mayor back in October, Zohran Mamdani was a state lawmaker unknown to most New York City residents.
New Social Security Commissioner faces pointed questions about staffing, privacy

New Social Security Commissioner faces pointed questions about staffing, privacy

WASHINGTON (AP) — After months of job cuts, leadership turnover and other turmoil at the Social Security Administration , the agency's newly minted commissioner faced pointed questions from lawmakers about the future of the agency and its ability to
Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to hear challenges to the state's congressional district boundaries

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to hear challenges to the state's congressional district boundaries

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to hear challenges brought by Democrats seeking to throw out the battleground state’s current congressional district boundaries before the 2026 midterms.
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