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Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) wants Republicans to eliminate the Senate filibuster if Democrats continue blocking Department of Homeland Security funding following <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/trump-survives-third-assassination-attempt-at-washington-hilton">the third assassination attempt</a> against President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.Johnson told reporters Republicans should &quot;nuke&quot; the 60-vote threshold, calling the current moment &quot;a time of national danger&quot; that requires immediate action on security funding. The Wisconsin senator acknowledged the dramatic step in an interview, marking a significant shift from traditional GOP defense of the legislative filibuster.The push comes after California engineer Cole Allen opened fire at the Washington Hilton, <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/california-engineer-cole-allen-named-as-white-house-dinner-gunman">wounding a Secret Service agent</a> before being subdued. Allen had written a manifesto targeting Trump administration officials and told police he planned the attack for months.Democrats have resisted Republican calls for emergency DHS appropriations, arguing the department already received adequate funding in the omnibus spending bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has not scheduled votes on the GOP security package, which includes $2.3 billion for enhanced Secret Service operations and presidential protection.Johnson's filibuster threat represents a tactical reversal for Republicans, who previously warned Democrats against eliminating the legislative filibuster during their majority. The party successfully defended the 60-vote rule when Democrats controlled the chamber, arguing it protected minority rights and encouraged bipartisan compromise.The assassination attempt has intensified Republican demands for security upgrades. Trump has proposed a $400 million White House bunker system, while GOP lawmakers push for immediate funding to expand Secret Service personnel and equipment. The shooting marked the third attempt on Trump's life since he announced his 2024 campaign.Senate Republicans need all 50 members plus Vice President JD Vance to eliminate the filibuster, assuming unified Democratic opposition. Several GOP senators have historically opposed changing the rule, including Sens. Susan Collins (Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), who could complicate Johnson's strategy.The standoff threatens to dominate the Senate's return from recess, with Johnson promising to force votes on both the funding package and potential rule changes. Democrats face pressure to act on security while maintaining their opposition to what they call excessive spending on Trump protection.Johnson's ultimatum sets up a high-stakes confrontation that could reshape Senate procedures and determine federal security funding for the remainder of Trump's term.

Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) wants Republicans to eliminate the Senate filibuster if Democrats continue blocking Department of Homeland Security funding following the third assassination attempt against President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Johnson told reporters Republicans should "nuke" the 60-vote threshold, calling the current moment "a time of national danger" that requires immediate action on security funding. The Wisconsin senator acknowledged the dramatic step in an interview, marking a significant shift from traditional GOP defense of the legislative filibuster.

The push comes after California engineer Cole Allen opened fire at the Washington Hilton, wounding a Secret Service agent before being subdued. Allen had written a manifesto targeting Trump administration officials and told police he planned the attack for months.

Democrats have resisted Republican calls for emergency DHS appropriations, arguing the department already received adequate funding in the omnibus spending bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has not scheduled votes on the GOP security package, which includes $2.3 billion for enhanced Secret Service operations and presidential protection.

Johnson's filibuster threat represents a tactical reversal for Republicans, who previously warned Democrats against eliminating the legislative filibuster during their majority. The party successfully defended the 60-vote rule when Democrats controlled the chamber, arguing it protected minority rights and encouraged bipartisan compromise.

The assassination attempt has intensified Republican demands for security upgrades. Trump has proposed a $400 million White House bunker system, while GOP lawmakers push for immediate funding to expand Secret Service personnel and equipment. The shooting marked the third attempt on Trump's life since he announced his 2024 campaign.

Senate Republicans need all 50 members plus Vice President JD Vance to eliminate the filibuster, assuming unified Democratic opposition. Several GOP senators have historically opposed changing the rule, including Sens. Susan Collins (Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), who could complicate Johnson's strategy.

The standoff threatens to dominate the Senate's return from recess, with Johnson promising to force votes on both the funding package and potential rule changes. Democrats face pressure to act on security while maintaining their opposition to what they call excessive spending on Trump protection.

Johnson's ultimatum sets up a high-stakes confrontation that could reshape Senate procedures and determine federal security funding for the remainder of Trump's term.

Sen. Ron Johnson says Republicans should eliminate the Senate filibuster if Democrats block DHS funding after the third Trump assassination attempt at correspon

Johnson Calls for Filibuster 'Nuke' to Fund DHS After Trump Shooting

Sen. Ron Johnson says Republicans should eliminate the Senate filibuster if Democrats block DHS funding after the third Trump assassination attempt at correspondents' dinner.

King Charles III will proceed with his planned White House state visit Tuesday afternoon to meet President Trump, Buckingham Palace confirmed Sunday, despite Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner that forced the evacuation of the president.&quot;Following discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day, and acting on advice of Government, we can confirm the State Visit by Their Majesties will proceed as planned,&quot; a Buckingham Palace spokesperson announced. The four-day visit will make Charles the second British king to step foot on American soil, following King George VI's historic 1939 visit.The royal visit comes just days after <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/california-engineer-cole-allen-named-as-white-house-dinner-gunman">California engineer Cole Allen opened fire</a> at the Washington Hilton ballroom Saturday evening, rushing a security checkpoint and shooting at Secret Service agents. Trump, the first lady, and administration officials were evacuated shortly after the dinner began. One Secret Service agent was wounded but is expected to recover.Secret Service chief of communications Anthony Guglielmi told Fox News Digital that &quot;the protective model for [Saturday] night's event proved effective.&quot; He added that &quot;enhancements should be expected at every level&quot; for future events, including the royal visit, given what he called &quot;a dynamic and currently elevated threat environment.&quot;The timing carries historical irony — Charles arrives to celebrate America's 250th birthday, marking two and a half centuries since American revolutionaries declared independence from British rule. &quot;This is a monumental occasion, coming 250 years since the revolutionaries declared themselves free from the rule of the British crown. They now welcome that same crown with love, adoration, and open arms,&quot; said Thomas Corbett-Dillon, former advisor to Prime Minister Boris Johnson.The visit unfolds against a complex backdrop of American foreign policy challenges, including the ongoing war with Iran and Trump's public criticism of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. For American taxpayers, the visit represents an opportunity to strengthen intelligence-sharing and defense cooperation with Britain, a key NATO ally.Charles will kick off the visit Monday morning with a formal White House ceremony and ceremonial military review. He and Queen Camilla will participate in several events, including a private tea with the first family. The king will deliver an address to Congress, following in the footsteps of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who spoke at the Capitol during her 1991 state visit.The visit comes months after Trump and Melania's state visit to the United Kingdom in September 2025, cementing what officials describe as the &quot;special relationship&quot; between the two nations. For Americans, the diplomatic pageantry serves practical purposes — Britain remains the U.S.'s closest intelligence partner and a crucial ally in containing threats from China and Iran.Security preparations will test the Secret Service's ability to protect both the American president and a foreign head of state simultaneously, particularly after Saturday's security breach exposed vulnerabilities in the protective perimeter around Trump events. The success of this visit will set the tone for future high-profile diplomatic engagements during Trump's second term.

King Charles III will proceed with his planned White House state visit Tuesday afternoon to meet President Trump, Buckingham Palace confirmed Sunday, despite Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner that forced the evacuation of the president.

"Following discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day, and acting on advice of Government, we can confirm the State Visit by Their Majesties will proceed as planned," a Buckingham Palace spokesperson announced. The four-day visit will make Charles the second British king to step foot on American soil, following King George VI's historic 1939 visit.

The royal visit comes just days after California engineer Cole Allen opened fire at the Washington Hilton ballroom Saturday evening, rushing a security checkpoint and shooting at Secret Service agents. Trump, the first lady, and administration officials were evacuated shortly after the dinner began. One Secret Service agent was wounded but is expected to recover.

Secret Service chief of communications Anthony Guglielmi told Fox News Digital that "the protective model for [Saturday] night's event proved effective." He added that "enhancements should be expected at every level" for future events, including the royal visit, given what he called "a dynamic and currently elevated threat environment."

The timing carries historical irony — Charles arrives to celebrate America's 250th birthday, marking two and a half centuries since American revolutionaries declared independence from British rule. "This is a monumental occasion, coming 250 years since the revolutionaries declared themselves free from the rule of the British crown. They now welcome that same crown with love, adoration, and open arms," said Thomas Corbett-Dillon, former advisor to Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

The visit unfolds against a complex backdrop of American foreign policy challenges, including the ongoing war with Iran and Trump's public criticism of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. For American taxpayers, the visit represents an opportunity to strengthen intelligence-sharing and defense cooperation with Britain, a key NATO ally.

Charles will kick off the visit Monday morning with a formal White House ceremony and ceremonial military review. He and Queen Camilla will participate in several events, including a private tea with the first family. The king will deliver an address to Congress, following in the footsteps of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who spoke at the Capitol during her 1991 state visit.

The visit comes months after Trump and Melania's state visit to the United Kingdom in September 2025, cementing what officials describe as the "special relationship" between the two nations. For Americans, the diplomatic pageantry serves practical purposes — Britain remains the U.S.'s closest intelligence partner and a crucial ally in containing threats from China and Iran.

Security preparations will test the Secret Service's ability to protect both the American president and a foreign head of state simultaneously, particularly after Saturday's security breach exposed vulnerabilities in the protective perimeter around Trump events. The success of this visit will set the tone for future high-profile diplomatic engagements during Trump's second term.

King Charles III will proceed with his White House state visit Tuesday to meet President Trump, marking the first visit by a British monarch since 1939.

King Charles III to Visit White House Tuesday Despite Saturday Shooting

Senate Republicans are losing confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership of the Pentagon, with a growing number of GOP lawmakers privately saying they want him to &quot;move on&quot; from his role. Multiple Republican senators told The Hill they question Hegseth's ability to effectively run the Defense Department, though they acknowledge the decision remains with President Trump.The erosion of support comes as Hegseth faces mounting challenges at the Pentagon. Republican senators who spoke on condition of anonymity expressed concerns about his management style and effectiveness in leading the nation's largest government agency. The Defense Department oversees a $842 billion budget and manages 2.9 million military and civilian personnel worldwide.Despite their private doubts, the GOP senators stressed that replacing Hegseth is Trump's call to make. The President nominated Hegseth, a former Fox News host and Army National Guard veteran, to lead the Pentagon after winning the 2024 election. Hegseth was confirmed by the Senate following a contentious hearing process that highlighted divisions over his qualifications for the role.The growing Republican discontent threatens to complicate Trump's defense agenda at a time when America faces threats from China's military buildup, Russia's war in Ukraine, and Iran's regional aggression. Pentagon leadership stability is critical for maintaining military readiness and implementing the administration's national security priorities.Hegseth has struggled to build support among defense establishment figures and military leaders since taking office. His background as a television personality rather than a senior military officer or defense official has drawn skepticism from some quarters within the Pentagon and on Capitol Hill.The timing of the Republican criticism is significant, coming as Congress prepares to debate the defense authorization bill and military spending priorities. A weakened Defense Secretary could struggle to effectively advocate for the administration's defense budget and policy initiatives before lawmakers.For Trump, losing Republican support for a key Cabinet member would represent a major political setback. The President has historically stood by embattled appointees, but sustained GOP opposition could force his hand on a personnel change at the Pentagon.The situation will test whether Hegseth can rebuild confidence among Republican senators or if the pressure will mount for Trump to find a new Pentagon chief who can unite the party behind his defense agenda.

Senate Republicans are losing confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership of the Pentagon, with a growing number of GOP lawmakers privately saying they want him to "move on" from his role. Multiple Republican senators told The Hill they question Hegseth's ability to effectively run the Defense Department, though they acknowledge the decision remains with President Trump.

The erosion of support comes as Hegseth faces mounting challenges at the Pentagon. Republican senators who spoke on condition of anonymity expressed concerns about his management style and effectiveness in leading the nation's largest government agency. The Defense Department oversees a $842 billion budget and manages 2.9 million military and civilian personnel worldwide.

Despite their private doubts, the GOP senators stressed that replacing Hegseth is Trump's call to make. The President nominated Hegseth, a former Fox News host and Army National Guard veteran, to lead the Pentagon after winning the 2024 election. Hegseth was confirmed by the Senate following a contentious hearing process that highlighted divisions over his qualifications for the role.

The growing Republican discontent threatens to complicate Trump's defense agenda at a time when America faces threats from China's military buildup, Russia's war in Ukraine, and Iran's regional aggression. Pentagon leadership stability is critical for maintaining military readiness and implementing the administration's national security priorities.

Hegseth has struggled to build support among defense establishment figures and military leaders since taking office. His background as a television personality rather than a senior military officer or defense official has drawn skepticism from some quarters within the Pentagon and on Capitol Hill.

The timing of the Republican criticism is significant, coming as Congress prepares to debate the defense authorization bill and military spending priorities. A weakened Defense Secretary could struggle to effectively advocate for the administration's defense budget and policy initiatives before lawmakers.

For Trump, losing Republican support for a key Cabinet member would represent a major political setback. The President has historically stood by embattled appointees, but sustained GOP opposition could force his hand on a personnel change at the Pentagon.

The situation will test whether Hegseth can rebuild confidence among Republican senators or if the pressure will mount for Trump to find a new Pentagon chief who can unite the party behind his defense agenda.

Growing group of GOP senators losing confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership, with some wanting him to "move on" from Pentagon role.

Senate Republicans Turn Against Hegseth as Pentagon Chief

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old mechanical engineer from Torrance, California, has been identified as the gunman who opened fire at the Washington Hilton during Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner targeting Trump administration officials.Allen described himself as a mechanical engineer, game developer and teacher before allegedly sending a manifesto to family members and attempting to shoot Trump officials at the dinner. Police say he exchanged gunfire with security agents on a floor above where President Trump had gathered with cabinet members and journalists.The California resident came armed with &quot;a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives,&quot; according to Washington interim police chief Jeffery Carroll. After his arrest, Allen told officials he wanted to shoot Trump administration members, two law enforcement sources told CBS.Allen's alleged manifesto stated he wanted to target Trump officials &quot;from highest-ranking to lowest,&quot; and while guests and hotel staff were not intended targets, they would be attacked if necessary to reach the officials, according to media reports citing law enforcement sources.Trump told Fox News on Sunday that Allen &quot;had a lot of hatred in his heart for a while&quot; and suggested his family knew he had &quot;difficulties.&quot; The president described Allen as someone who &quot;was a Christian - believer, and then he became an anti-Christian, and he had a lotta change&quot; during a separate CBS 60 Minutes interview.CBS sources report that five to eight gunshots were fired during the incident. CCTV footage posted by Trump shows a person rushing past security officers before being pursued. The president later shared a photo of the shirtless suspect on the floor in handcuffs with Secret Service agents standing nearby.Carroll confirmed Allen was not struck by gunfire but was hospitalized for evaluation. The police chief said evidence suggests Allen was &quot;a lone actor, a lone gunman&quot; who had been staying as a guest at the Washington Hilton where the dinner took place.Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told NBC the suspected gunman's motive remains under investigation, though <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/shooter-told-police-he-targeted-trump-officials-after-whcd-attack">Allen's stated targeting of Trump officials</a> has emerged as the primary focus.This marks another security challenge for the Trump administration, following <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/rep-zinke-trump-security-tightened-since-pennsylvania-shooting">enhanced protection measures</a> implemented after previous incidents. Federal prosecutors are reviewing potential charges against Allen, including possible presidential assassination attempt charges.This is a developing story and will be updated.

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old mechanical engineer from Torrance, California, has been identified as the gunman who opened fire at the Washington Hilton during Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner targeting Trump administration officials.

Allen described himself as a mechanical engineer, game developer and teacher before allegedly sending a manifesto to family members and attempting to shoot Trump officials at the dinner. Police say he exchanged gunfire with security agents on a floor above where President Trump had gathered with cabinet members and journalists.

The California resident came armed with "a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives," according to Washington interim police chief Jeffery Carroll. After his arrest, Allen told officials he wanted to shoot Trump administration members, two law enforcement sources told CBS.

Allen's alleged manifesto stated he wanted to target Trump officials "from highest-ranking to lowest," and while guests and hotel staff were not intended targets, they would be attacked if necessary to reach the officials, according to media reports citing law enforcement sources.

Trump told Fox News on Sunday that Allen "had a lot of hatred in his heart for a while" and suggested his family knew he had "difficulties." The president described Allen as someone who "was a Christian - believer, and then he became an anti-Christian, and he had a lotta change" during a separate CBS 60 Minutes interview.

CBS sources report that five to eight gunshots were fired during the incident. CCTV footage posted by Trump shows a person rushing past security officers before being pursued. The president later shared a photo of the shirtless suspect on the floor in handcuffs with Secret Service agents standing nearby.

Carroll confirmed Allen was not struck by gunfire but was hospitalized for evaluation. The police chief said evidence suggests Allen was "a lone actor, a lone gunman" who had been staying as a guest at the Washington Hilton where the dinner took place.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told NBC the suspected gunman's motive remains under investigation, though Allen's stated targeting of Trump officials has emerged as the primary focus.

This marks another security challenge for the Trump administration, following enhanced protection measures implemented after previous incidents. Federal prosecutors are reviewing potential charges against Allen, including possible presidential assassination attempt charges.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California identified as shooter who targeted Trump officials at Washington Hilton correspondents' dinner Saturday.

California Engineer Cole Allen Named as White House Dinner Gunman

Australia's Bureau of Meteorology warns that Queensland and New South Wales face below-normal rainfall through July as a potential El Niño weather pattern develops in the Pacific Ocean. The forecast covers the critical winter months of May, June, and July across the country's most populated southeastern region.Temperature projections show almost the entire Australian continent will experience hotter than average maximum temperatures during the three-month period. The weather bureau's seasonal outlook signals a shift toward the dry conditions typically associated with El Niño events, which can devastate agricultural production and increase wildfire risks.The developing El Niño represents a reversal from the La Niña conditions that brought widespread flooding to eastern Australia over the past three years. El Niño events typically reduce rainfall across eastern and northern Australia while raising temperatures nationwide, creating conditions that stress water supplies and farming operations.For American agricultural exporters, Australia's weather patterns matter significantly. Australia competes directly with U.S. wheat, beef, and dairy products in Asian markets. Drought conditions that reduce Australian crop yields often boost demand for American commodities, particularly wheat exports to key buyers like Indonesia and the Philippines.The timing proves challenging for Australian farmers still recovering from recent flood damage. Many operations in Queensland and New South Wales invested heavily in rebuilding after the La Niña-fueled disasters, only to now face the opposite extreme of prolonged dry conditions.El Niño events historically correlate with reduced monsoon activity across Southeast Asia and increased hurricane formation in the Eastern Pacific. These broader regional impacts can affect global shipping routes and commodity prices that influence American consumers and businesses trading in the Pacific region.The Bureau of Meteorology continues monitoring Pacific Ocean temperatures, which will determine whether the El Niño fully develops or weakens before peak impact season. Farmers and water managers across southeastern Australia are already adjusting planting schedules and conservation strategies based on the preliminary forecasts.

Australia's Bureau of Meteorology warns that Queensland and New South Wales face below-normal rainfall through July as a potential El Niño weather pattern develops in the Pacific Ocean. The forecast covers the critical winter months of May, June, and July across the country's most populated southeastern region.

Temperature projections show almost the entire Australian continent will experience hotter than average maximum temperatures during the three-month period. The weather bureau's seasonal outlook signals a shift toward the dry conditions typically associated with El Niño events, which can devastate agricultural production and increase wildfire risks.

The developing El Niño represents a reversal from the La Niña conditions that brought widespread flooding to eastern Australia over the past three years. El Niño events typically reduce rainfall across eastern and northern Australia while raising temperatures nationwide, creating conditions that stress water supplies and farming operations.

For American agricultural exporters, Australia's weather patterns matter significantly. Australia competes directly with U.S. wheat, beef, and dairy products in Asian markets. Drought conditions that reduce Australian crop yields often boost demand for American commodities, particularly wheat exports to key buyers like Indonesia and the Philippines.

The timing proves challenging for Australian farmers still recovering from recent flood damage. Many operations in Queensland and New South Wales invested heavily in rebuilding after the La Niña-fueled disasters, only to now face the opposite extreme of prolonged dry conditions.

El Niño events historically correlate with reduced monsoon activity across Southeast Asia and increased hurricane formation in the Eastern Pacific. These broader regional impacts can affect global shipping routes and commodity prices that influence American consumers and businesses trading in the Pacific region.

The Bureau of Meteorology continues monitoring Pacific Ocean temperatures, which will determine whether the El Niño fully develops or weakens before peak impact season. Farmers and water managers across southeastern Australia are already adjusting planting schedules and conservation strategies based on the preliminary forecasts.

Queensland and New South Wales forecast for below-normal rainfall in May-July as potential El Niño brings hotter temperatures across Australia.

Australia Faces Drier Winter as El Niño Threatens Eastern States

The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on the Trump administration's decision to end deportation protections for immigrants from Haiti and Syria, but an estimated 200,000 Salvadorans who have lived in America for 25 years under the same program have the most at stake.The case centers on Temporary Protected Status, which shields immigrants already in the country from deportation and grants work permits in 18-month increments when the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return. Former Trump Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem terminated TPS for all 12 countries that came up for renewal during her tenure.Wednesday's arguments focus specifically on Haiti and Syria, affecting 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. But the ruling will determine the fate of 1.3 million people from 17 countries designated with TPS when Trump took office — a number that more than doubled under Biden.Salvadorans with TPS have lived legally in America since 2001, when two major earthquakes devastated the Central American nation and triggered special status. Most have American-born children and deep community roots.José Urías exemplifies their dilemma. The 47-year-old Boston resident crossed from Mexico in 1994, worked delivering furniture and washing dishes before founding a construction company 18 years ago. His firm has built over 150 homes and employs three people directly while working with seven contractors who employ dozens more.&quot;Our life is based here, I have lived more of my life here than in El Salvador,&quot; Urías said. &quot;It's like living out your American Dream, and then suddenly — just like that — being told your time is up, as if to say, 'We don't need you anymore,' and having someone try to cut away everything you've built.&quot;Urías married another TPS beneficiary from El Salvador. They have two American sons, making deportation particularly wrenching for mixed-status families facing potential separation.The legal challenge argues the Trump administration failed to properly assess conditions in Haiti and Syria when ending TPS and discriminated against non-white immigrants. El Salvador's TPS designation comes up for renewal September 9, leaving beneficiaries uncertain despite President Nayib Bukele's status as a key U.S. ally in the region.Extending TPS would preserve remittance flows that Salvadoran families depend on, but few expect favors from the Trump administration. &quot;It's not guaranteed, but it's not impossible either,&quot; Urías said, maintaining cautious optimism despite the uncertainty.The Court's decision will clarify whether immigration officials must justify TPS terminations with updated country assessments and whether racial bias influenced the process — setting precedent for how America treats long-term residents from disaster-stricken nations.

The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on the Trump administration's decision to end deportation protections for immigrants from Haiti and Syria, but an estimated 200,000 Salvadorans who have lived in America for 25 years under the same program have the most at stake.

The case centers on Temporary Protected Status, which shields immigrants already in the country from deportation and grants work permits in 18-month increments when the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return. Former Trump Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem terminated TPS for all 12 countries that came up for renewal during her tenure.

Wednesday's arguments focus specifically on Haiti and Syria, affecting 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. But the ruling will determine the fate of 1.3 million people from 17 countries designated with TPS when Trump took office — a number that more than doubled under Biden.

Salvadorans with TPS have lived legally in America since 2001, when two major earthquakes devastated the Central American nation and triggered special status. Most have American-born children and deep community roots.

José Urías exemplifies their dilemma. The 47-year-old Boston resident crossed from Mexico in 1994, worked delivering furniture and washing dishes before founding a construction company 18 years ago. His firm has built over 150 homes and employs three people directly while working with seven contractors who employ dozens more.

"Our life is based here, I have lived more of my life here than in El Salvador," Urías said. "It's like living out your American Dream, and then suddenly — just like that — being told your time is up, as if to say, 'We don't need you anymore,' and having someone try to cut away everything you've built."

Urías married another TPS beneficiary from El Salvador. They have two American sons, making deportation particularly wrenching for mixed-status families facing potential separation.

The legal challenge argues the Trump administration failed to properly assess conditions in Haiti and Syria when ending TPS and discriminated against non-white immigrants. El Salvador's TPS designation comes up for renewal September 9, leaving beneficiaries uncertain despite President Nayib Bukele's status as a key U.S. ally in the region.

Extending TPS would preserve remittance flows that Salvadoran families depend on, but few expect favors from the Trump administration. "It's not guaranteed, but it's not impossible either," Urías said, maintaining cautious optimism despite the uncertainty.

The Court's decision will clarify whether immigration officials must justify TPS terminations with updated country assessments and whether racial bias influenced the process — setting precedent for how America treats long-term residents from disaster-stricken nations.

Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on Trump administration's plan to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Haiti, Syria and other nations.

200,000 Salvadorans Watch Supreme Court Case on Deportation Shield

President Trump told CBS News he &quot;wasn't worried&quot; during his evacuation from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night, after gunman Cole Tomas Allen, 31, opened fire near a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton hotel.&quot;I wasn't worried. I understand life. We live in a crazy world,&quot; Trump said during a 60 Minutes interview Sunday, one day after the shooting that forced him and other top officials to safety.Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche revealed the suspect was &quot;likely&quot; targeting senior White House officials based on preliminary findings from the gunman's writings. Allen is scheduled to appear in court Monday as the FBI's criminal investigation and terrorism task force probe his motives.The shooting erupted at 8:35 PM Saturday in the hotel foyer, one floor above the ballroom where Trump sat alongside Vice President JD Vance, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and top aide Stephen Miller. <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/trump-admits-he-slowed-secret-service-evacuation-during-whcd-shooting">Trump admitted he resisted</a> the Secret Service evacuation effort.&quot;I wasn't making it easy&quot; for agents to evacuate him, Trump told 60 Minutes. &quot;I wanted to see what was happening... I wanted to see what was going on. And by that time we started to realise, maybe it was a bad problem.&quot;White House Correspondents' Association president Weijia Jiang, who sat next to Trump during the dinner, called the attack &quot;harrowing&quot; and thanked the Secret Service for protecting &quot;thousands of guests.&quot; Video circulated on social media showing agents rushing Vance from the event moments before Trump's evacuation.Trump described Allen as having &quot;a lot of hatred in his heart for a while&quot; and said the suspect's family knew he had &quot;difficulties.&quot; The president mentioned Allen had written a &quot;manifesto&quot; and suggested the gunman was &quot;strongly anti-Christian.&quot; Law enforcement sources told media outlets that Allen had a history of anti-Trump social media posts.The White House issued a statement Sunday saying Trump &quot;stands fearless&quot; after surviving what they termed &quot;an assassination attempt when shots were fired.&quot; This marks the latest security incident involving the president, raising fresh questions about protection protocols at high-profile events.Allen faces potential federal charges as investigators examine his writings and online activity. The FBI continues analyzing evidence to determine whether additional suspects or broader conspiracies exist in what appears to be a targeted attack on senior administration officials.

President Trump told CBS News he "wasn't worried" during his evacuation from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night, after gunman Cole Tomas Allen, 31, opened fire near a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton hotel.

"I wasn't worried. I understand life. We live in a crazy world," Trump said during a 60 Minutes interview Sunday, one day after the shooting that forced him and other top officials to safety.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche revealed the suspect was "likely" targeting senior White House officials based on preliminary findings from the gunman's writings. Allen is scheduled to appear in court Monday as the FBI's criminal investigation and terrorism task force probe his motives.

The shooting erupted at 8:35 PM Saturday in the hotel foyer, one floor above the ballroom where Trump sat alongside Vice President JD Vance, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and top aide Stephen Miller. Trump admitted he resisted the Secret Service evacuation effort.

"I wasn't making it easy" for agents to evacuate him, Trump told 60 Minutes. "I wanted to see what was happening... I wanted to see what was going on. And by that time we started to realise, maybe it was a bad problem."

White House Correspondents' Association president Weijia Jiang, who sat next to Trump during the dinner, called the attack "harrowing" and thanked the Secret Service for protecting "thousands of guests." Video circulated on social media showing agents rushing Vance from the event moments before Trump's evacuation.

Trump described Allen as having "a lot of hatred in his heart for a while" and said the suspect's family knew he had "difficulties." The president mentioned Allen had written a "manifesto" and suggested the gunman was "strongly anti-Christian." Law enforcement sources told media outlets that Allen had a history of anti-Trump social media posts.

The White House issued a statement Sunday saying Trump "stands fearless" after surviving what they termed "an assassination attempt when shots were fired." This marks the latest security incident involving the president, raising fresh questions about protection protocols at high-profile events.

Allen faces potential federal charges as investigators examine his writings and online activity. The FBI continues analyzing evidence to determine whether additional suspects or broader conspiracies exist in what appears to be a targeted attack on senior administration officials.

President Trump tells 60 Minutes he wasn't concerned during evacuation from White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting by Cole Tomas Allen Saturday night.

Trump: 'Wasn't Worried' During Evacuation from Dinner Shooting

Hezbollah launched drone and rocket attacks against Israeli troops in southern Lebanon and across the border, declaring it would not rely on &quot;failed diplomacy&quot; as the ceasefire deteriorated into what residents called a &quot;ceasefire in name only.&quot;The Iranian-backed group said Israeli military activity during the truce, including air strikes, demolitions and artillery shelling, would be met with resistance. The escalation comes after Israel extended the ceasefire for another three weeks following ongoing violations.Israeli fire has continued since the first day of the truce, with Hezbollah responding after several days of restraint. The pattern suggests both sides are testing the boundaries of the agreement while maintaining plausible deniability about who violated the ceasefire first.Residents in southern Lebanon describe living through ongoing exchanges of fire despite the supposed halt to hostilities. The situation mirrors the <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/lebanon-ceasefire-collapses-as-thousands-flee-new-israeli-strikes">previous ceasefire breakdown</a> that forced thousands to flee their homes.For American taxpayers, the unraveling truce represents another failed diplomatic effort in a region where the U.S. has invested billions in aid and military support. The Biden administration helped broker the original ceasefire as part of broader efforts to prevent a wider regional war that could drag in American forces.The resumption of cross-border attacks raises questions about the effectiveness of international monitoring mechanisms meant to enforce the ceasefire. Both sides appear to be using the cover of the nominal truce to reposition forces and test each other's resolve.The three-week extension suggests international mediators remain committed to the diplomatic track despite mounting evidence that neither side is fully committed to ending hostilities. The pattern of escalation and temporary de-escalation has become a familiar cycle in the region.Watch for whether the Trump administration will maintain the same diplomatic approach when it takes office, or pursue a different strategy toward Iran's proxy forces in Lebanon. The continuing violence may force a reassessment of U.S. involvement in Middle East ceasefire efforts.

Hezbollah launched drone and rocket attacks against Israeli troops in southern Lebanon and across the border, declaring it would not rely on "failed diplomacy" as the ceasefire deteriorated into what residents called a "ceasefire in name only."

The Iranian-backed group said Israeli military activity during the truce, including air strikes, demolitions and artillery shelling, would be met with resistance. The escalation comes after Israel extended the ceasefire for another three weeks following ongoing violations.

Israeli fire has continued since the first day of the truce, with Hezbollah responding after several days of restraint. The pattern suggests both sides are testing the boundaries of the agreement while maintaining plausible deniability about who violated the ceasefire first.

Residents in southern Lebanon describe living through ongoing exchanges of fire despite the supposed halt to hostilities. The situation mirrors the previous ceasefire breakdown that forced thousands to flee their homes.

For American taxpayers, the unraveling truce represents another failed diplomatic effort in a region where the U.S. has invested billions in aid and military support. The Biden administration helped broker the original ceasefire as part of broader efforts to prevent a wider regional war that could drag in American forces.

The resumption of cross-border attacks raises questions about the effectiveness of international monitoring mechanisms meant to enforce the ceasefire. Both sides appear to be using the cover of the nominal truce to reposition forces and test each other's resolve.

The three-week extension suggests international mediators remain committed to the diplomatic track despite mounting evidence that neither side is fully committed to ending hostilities. The pattern of escalation and temporary de-escalation has become a familiar cycle in the region.

Watch for whether the Trump administration will maintain the same diplomatic approach when it takes office, or pursue a different strategy toward Iran's proxy forces in Lebanon. The continuing violence may force a reassessment of U.S. involvement in Middle East ceasefire efforts.

Hezbollah carried out drone and rocket attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, calling diplomacy failed as cross-border fire continues.

Hezbollah Launches Drone Strikes as Lebanon Ceasefire Crumbles

Thousands of Lebanese civilians who returned to their homes during a brief ceasefire are fleeing again after Israeli forces launched fresh strikes and issued new evacuation orders across southern Lebanon. A community leader in the Tyre District reported that approximately 75 percent of residents had returned home before being forced to evacuate a second time.The renewed violence turned deadly when a missile struck a roadside coffee stand at a main roundabout as civilians attempted to evacuate. The strike killed at least one person and injured several others as families sat trapped in heavy traffic trying to flee the area.Residents described scenes reminiscent of the war's early days, with families once again packing limited belongings and joining long convoys of vehicles heading north. The rapid deterioration caught many off guard who had believed the temporary ceasefire would hold long enough for them to assess damage to their homes and retrieve essential items.The breakdown of the ceasefire exposes the fragile nature of temporary truces in the region and raises questions about international efforts to broker lasting peace agreements. For American policymakers, the renewed violence threatens broader Middle East stability and could complicate diplomatic initiatives aimed at preventing regional escalation.The targeting of evacuation routes represents a dangerous escalation that puts civilian lives at direct risk during attempted escapes from combat zones. International humanitarian law typically protects such corridors to allow safe passage for non-combatants fleeing active conflict areas.The fresh displacement adds to Lebanon's already staggering humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of thousands of people forced from their homes multiple times during the ongoing conflict. The repeated cycles of displacement strain both families and the Lebanese government's limited resources to provide shelter and basic services.The collapse of this ceasefire following <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/netanyahu-orders-forceful-attack-on-hezbollah-despite-active-ceasefire">Netanyahu's recent orders for forceful attacks</a> suggests little appetite among Israeli leadership for sustained diplomatic solutions. The pattern of brief truces followed by renewed military action indicates both sides remain committed to achieving objectives through force rather than negotiation.The situation will test whether international mediators can establish more durable ceasefire mechanisms or if the region will continue experiencing these destructive cycles of temporary peace followed by renewed violence.

Thousands of Lebanese civilians who returned to their homes during a brief ceasefire are fleeing again after Israeli forces launched fresh strikes and issued new evacuation orders across southern Lebanon. A community leader in the Tyre District reported that approximately 75 percent of residents had returned home before being forced to evacuate a second time.

The renewed violence turned deadly when a missile struck a roadside coffee stand at a main roundabout as civilians attempted to evacuate. The strike killed at least one person and injured several others as families sat trapped in heavy traffic trying to flee the area.

Residents described scenes reminiscent of the war's early days, with families once again packing limited belongings and joining long convoys of vehicles heading north. The rapid deterioration caught many off guard who had believed the temporary ceasefire would hold long enough for them to assess damage to their homes and retrieve essential items.

The breakdown of the ceasefire exposes the fragile nature of temporary truces in the region and raises questions about international efforts to broker lasting peace agreements. For American policymakers, the renewed violence threatens broader Middle East stability and could complicate diplomatic initiatives aimed at preventing regional escalation.

The targeting of evacuation routes represents a dangerous escalation that puts civilian lives at direct risk during attempted escapes from combat zones. International humanitarian law typically protects such corridors to allow safe passage for non-combatants fleeing active conflict areas.

The fresh displacement adds to Lebanon's already staggering humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of thousands of people forced from their homes multiple times during the ongoing conflict. The repeated cycles of displacement strain both families and the Lebanese government's limited resources to provide shelter and basic services.

The collapse of this ceasefire following Netanyahu's recent orders for forceful attacks suggests little appetite among Israeli leadership for sustained diplomatic solutions. The pattern of brief truces followed by renewed military action indicates both sides remain committed to achieving objectives through force rather than negotiation.

The situation will test whether international mediators can establish more durable ceasefire mechanisms or if the region will continue experiencing these destructive cycles of temporary peace followed by renewed violence.

Thousands of Lebanese civilians who returned home during ceasefire are fleeing again after fresh Israeli strikes hit evacuation routes in Tyre District.

Lebanon Ceasefire Collapses as Thousands Flee New Israeli Strikes

The Justice Department pressed a preservation group Sunday to drop its lawsuit against President Trump's White House ballroom project, citing Saturday's <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/trump-survives-third-assassination-attempt-at-washington-hilton">shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner</a>. Acting Attorney General officials posted the demand on social media, arguing the security incident changes the legal landscape.The lawsuit challenges Trump's proposed ballroom renovation at the White House, with preservation advocates arguing the project would damage the building's historical integrity. The Justice Department's letter suggests Saturday's violence — which left a Secret Service agent wounded and the president evacuated — demonstrates the need for enhanced security infrastructure.The timing raises questions about whether the administration plans to use the assassination attempt to advance stalled construction projects. Trump has pushed for extensive White House security upgrades since taking office, including a controversial $400 million bunker plan that <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/republicans-rally-behind-trumps-400m-white-house-bunker-plan-after-shooting">gained Republican support</a> after Saturday's attack.Saturday's shooter, identified as California man Cole Tomas Allen, targeted Trump administration officials according to a manifesto he sent to family members before the attack. The gunman opened fire during the correspondents' dinner at the Washington Hilton, marking Trump's third assassination attempt since returning to office.Legal experts question whether Saturday's shooting provides sufficient grounds to dismiss an ongoing lawsuit about historical preservation. The preservation group has not publicly responded to the Justice Department's demand, and federal courts typically require more than security concerns to halt civil litigation.The ballroom project represents part of Trump's broader effort to modernize White House facilities, including enhanced security measures and updated communications systems. Critics argue the administration exploits security incidents to bypass normal oversight processes for construction projects.The Justice Department's intervention signals the administration views Saturday's attack as justification for accelerated security improvements across White House grounds. Whether federal judges accept this argument could determine the fate of multiple pending lawsuits challenging Trump's renovation plans.

The Justice Department pressed a preservation group Sunday to drop its lawsuit against President Trump's White House ballroom project, citing Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Acting Attorney General officials posted the demand on social media, arguing the security incident changes the legal landscape.

The lawsuit challenges Trump's proposed ballroom renovation at the White House, with preservation advocates arguing the project would damage the building's historical integrity. The Justice Department's letter suggests Saturday's violence — which left a Secret Service agent wounded and the president evacuated — demonstrates the need for enhanced security infrastructure.

The timing raises questions about whether the administration plans to use the assassination attempt to advance stalled construction projects. Trump has pushed for extensive White House security upgrades since taking office, including a controversial $400 million bunker plan that gained Republican support after Saturday's attack.

Saturday's shooter, identified as California man Cole Tomas Allen, targeted Trump administration officials according to a manifesto he sent to family members before the attack. The gunman opened fire during the correspondents' dinner at the Washington Hilton, marking Trump's third assassination attempt since returning to office.

Legal experts question whether Saturday's shooting provides sufficient grounds to dismiss an ongoing lawsuit about historical preservation. The preservation group has not publicly responded to the Justice Department's demand, and federal courts typically require more than security concerns to halt civil litigation.

The ballroom project represents part of Trump's broader effort to modernize White House facilities, including enhanced security measures and updated communications systems. Critics argue the administration exploits security incidents to bypass normal oversight processes for construction projects.

The Justice Department's intervention signals the administration views Saturday's attack as justification for accelerated security improvements across White House grounds. Whether federal judges accept this argument could determine the fate of multiple pending lawsuits challenging Trump's renovation plans.

Justice Department urges preservation group to drop lawsuit over Trump's White House ballroom project following Saturday's shooting at correspondents' dinner.