The White House today annulled a set of executive orders reportedly signed by former President Biden using an autopen device rather than his actual signature, declaring those actions invalid. According to senior administration officials, the move restores legal clarity by ensuring that only documents personally signed by a sitting president carry weight. The affected executive orders span several key policy areas. Aides to the current president said the review identified multiple autopen-endorsed orders whose legitimacy could be legally challenged. They assert that under longstanding law and custom, such orders must bear the president’s personal signature to take effect. The decision…
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After Sarah Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia National Guard, was shot dead while on duty close to Washington, D.C., her father posted a heartbreaking message on social media, calling her death a “horrible tragedy.” Authorities say that on Wednesday, Beckstrom, 20, and fellow Guard member Andrew Wolfe, 24, were ambushed close to the Farragut Square Metro Station. Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, has been identified as the accused shooter in relation to the incident. Beckstrom passed away from her wounds, while Wolfe is still in critical condition in the hospital. Gary Beckstrom said, “My baby girl has…
President Trump announced that his administration is reviewing and preparing to nullify a series of documents allegedly signed by former President Biden using an autopen, raising the possibility of perjury charges if intentional misrepresentation is proven. According to Trump, officials discovered that Biden may have authorized official paperwork without personally signing it, instead relying on an autopen device to reproduce his signature. The documents in question reportedly include executive actions and certifications that, under federal law, require a president’s direct signature to be legally valid. Trump said his legal team is now conducting a formal review to determine which documents…
President Donald Trump has announced a new renovation effort aimed at restoring the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, describing the project as part of a broader push to improve the appearance of Washington, D.C. Trump released a video showing crews draining murky water and clearing algae from the pool, framing the cleanup as the first step in a larger restoration plan. The clip, paired with a message to “Make DC Beautiful Again,” highlighted maintenance workers scrubbing the basin in preparation for what Trump called a full revitalization of the historic site. He also noted that the project is being carried out…
President Donald Trump criticized the refugee-resettlement program that allowed the Afghan national accused of ambushing National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., to enter the country. Trump said the system failed to prevent the suspect, 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, from entering the United States, arguing that the program posed unnecessary security risks. He called for tougher screening measures and emphasized the need for stricter oversight following the deadly attack. Lakanwal was arrested after allegedly opening fire on two West Virginia National Guard members near a downtown metro station. One guard member died from her injuries, and the other remains in serious condition.…
Federal prosecutors announced they will pursue the death penalty against 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan national accused of ambushing two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House. Investigators say Lakanwal allegedly drove cross-country before opening fire on patrol troops — wounding both. One of the guardsmen, Sarah Beckstrom, later died, and the other remains in critical condition. Prosecutors have filed multiple charges including assault with intent to kill, weapons offenses, and have warned that first-degree murder charges could be added if the surviving guard does not recover. Authorities, including agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation…
The Afghan national accused of carrying out the deadly ambush on National Guard members near the White House is believed to have endured years of psychological trauma stemming from his service in a clandestine Afghan paramilitary team once supported by U.S. intelligence. According to individuals familiar with his past, 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal served in the highly secretive “Zero Unit,” a counterterrorism group involved in intense night raids and combat missions during the war in Afghanistan. Those operations, described by former colleagues as brutal and mentally exhausting, reportedly left deep emotional damage that followed him long after the conflict. After being…
A December 2 special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District has unexpectedly become a high-stakes battle — one that could shrink the Republican majority in the U.S. House down to the slimmest of margins. Once considered a safe seat for the GOP, recent polling shows Republican candidate Matt Van Epps leading by just two points over Democrat Aftyn Behn — a margin within the error range. This has sparked alarm among Republicans who worry even a narrow loss could reduce their majority to a razor-thin 218–216, leaving little room for defections on key votes. The seat opened after the resignation…
Rising numbers of asylum seekers arriving in Britain are renewing concerns that the country’s welfare and public services could come under mounting strain. Recent data show that asylum seekers now represent a growing share of the UK’s overall net migration — a shift that critics warn is pushing up demand for taxpayer-funded housing, welfare support, and public services. The unexpected increase in arrivals has sparked anxieties about the long-term economic and social impact. Many analysts suggest the current asylum system has become unsustainable, citing ballooning accommodation bills and increased pressure on already overstretched public resources. Opponents of the policy argue…
The man accused of carrying out the deadly ambush on two National Guard members near the White House had been living a seemingly ordinary life in a quiet Bellingham, Washington apartment complex, according to neighbors who witnessed a dramatic FBI raid on his home. The suspect, 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, lived with his wife and five children in a modest unit that residents described as sparsely furnished and largely unremarkable. Neighbors said he kept to himself, often playing video games, and rarely engaged with the community. Nothing about his day-to-day routine suggested he would be connected to a violent attack more…
An image circulating online shows Donald J. Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently seated together at a Thanksgiving-themed dinner table — a sight that drew quick attention just ahead of the holiday. The photo appears to be digitally generated, and it has reignited debate about the growing use of AI to create realistic but potentially misleading holiday images of public figures. Observers warn that such deep-fakes can blur the line between satire and misinformation, especially when circulated widely on social media. As these AI-generated scenes become more convincing, experts say verifying the authenticity of images is becoming increasingly important…
A proposed “pay-per-mile” levy set to hit electric-vehicle (EV) owners starting in 2028 is stirring widespread frustration among drivers — many now say the measure might push them back to petrol or diesel cars. Under the draft plan, EV drivers would pay 3 pence per mile, while plug-in hybrids face a 1.5 pence rate per mile driven. For the average EV user, this works out to around £250 to £280 a year. The scheme aims to offset falling fuel-duty revenues as more motorists shift away from petrol and diesel vehicles. Under the proposal, EV owners would submit their expected annual…
A tragic shooting Wednesday near the White House has claimed the life of Sarah Beckstrom, one of two members of the West Virginia National Guard who were ambushed while on patrol. Beckstrom sustained critical injuries and died in hospital, while the other Guard member injured in the attack remains in serious condition. The gunman, identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national, was shot during the exchange and taken into custody. Officials have described the incident as a brazen, targeted attack. The shooting has triggered a swift federal response. Investigators, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, are now treating the case as…
The flagship workers’ rights reform championed by the government has been drastically scaled back after ministers withdrew plans to allow newcomers to sue for unfair dismissal from their first day on the job. Under the revised approach, protection against unfair dismissal will now only be available after a six-month qualifying period — a sharp retreat from the initial “day-one” proposal. This marks a major reversal of earlier promises to overhaul employment protections for new hires across the country. The original draft of the reform also included safeguards for workers in zero-hours jobs, aimed to curb exploitative practices, and sought to…
President Donald Trump unveiled plans to launch a sweeping cleanup across Washington, D.C., beginning with the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool — describing the project as a removal of “Biden filth and incompetence.” In a post on his social-media platform, Trump shared a video showing crews draining algae-filled water from the pool, calling the cleanup part of a broader “Make DC Beautiful Again” effort. The footage was set to Andrea Bocelli’s “Time to Say Goodbye.” Trump’s announcement follows a series of major alterations under his administration, including demolition of the old East Wing and the construction of a large new ballroom…