News for February 25, 2026

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot quickly deport people to third countries without giving them meaningful notice and a chance to challenge the move.

Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration will temporarily pause some Medicaid funding to Minnesota over fraud concerns.

Cuba said its soldiers shot at a Florida-registered speedboat that entered its waters and opened fire first, leaving four people dead and raising fresh tensions with the United States.

ICE arrested 261 DACA recipients in the first 10 months of the Trump administration, and DHS said most had criminal histories.

The Justice Department has not released all FBI interview records tied to Jeffrey Epstein, including some that may relate to allegations a woman made against President Donald Trump.

Rep. Nancy Mace plans to force a House vote on a measure that would require the House Ethics Committee to release sexual misconduct and harassment reports involving members of Congress and their staff.

A federal judge ruled that a Trump administration policy allowing migrants to be deported to third countries without notice or a chance to object is unlawful.

Zimbabwe has rejected a large US health funding deal because it said the US wanted sensitive biological and health data without fair sharing of future benefits.

President Donald Trump used his 2026 State of the Union address to claim major progress on the economy, border security, and national strength after one year in office.

President Donald Trump promoted his new “Trump Accounts” in his State of the Union speech, while Michael and Susan Dell’s huge donation helped expand the child investment program.

President Donald Trump kept his criticism of the Supreme Court brief during the State of the Union, even as three justices who backed a ruling against his tariffs sat in the chamber.