Minnesota 2026 budget forecast shows a $1.3 billion higher projection than in November
A new state budget forecast gives a stronger financial outlook for Minnesota, but top elected officials cautioned that…
Live updates: Trump says,“We have a big decision to make” on Iran
Iran has agreed that it will no longer stockpile enriched uranium, meaning it would never have enough material…
Pentagon chief Hegseth announces reprieve for Scouts over DEI : NPR
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a video posted to X, put Scouting America “on notice” and said the…
The Good and the Bad
Good afternoon. This is the Final NOTUS newsletter for February 27, 2026. You can get it in your…
Trump claimed Iran is building missiles that could soon hit the US. Sources say that’s not backed up by US intelligence.
When US President Donald Trump addressed the American people on Tuesday night, he claimed that Iran is “working…
Justice Department indicts 30 more in anti-ICE church protest in Minnesota
The Trump Justice Department secured a new indictment charging 30 more people in connection with an anti-ICE protest…
Remarks for the Informal Meeting on the UN80 Initiative
John Phillips
Humanitarian Advisor
New York, New York AS DELIVERED Thank you, Chair, and all of our briefers today. The…
Pentagon says Scouting America will alter policies
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scouting America will alter several policies at the urging of the Pentagon, including one targeting…
Accessibility-friendly places to visit around the U.S.
Travel is for everyone. Or rather should be. Cities, landmarks, natural parks and other destinations across the United…
Detained Columbia student released after Mamdani-Trump phone call, day of protests
A Columbia University student detained earlier in the day has been released. Ellie Aghayeva wrote on social media…
Cuba’s speedboat shootout recalls long history of exile groups engaged in covert ops aimed at regime change
A boat carrying 10 heavily armed men entered Cuban territorial waters on Feb. 25, 2026, intent, according to…
Trump is ‘not happy’ with the Iran nuclear talks but indicates he’ll give them more time
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he’s “not happy” with the latest talks…