Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she will retire from representing San Francisco in Congress at the end of her current term in 2027, ending nearly four decades in U.S. politics. Pelosi, the first female Speaker of the House, gained prominence as one of Donald Trump’s most vocal critics and led two impeachment proceedings against him. During a White House press conference responding to her announcement, Trump called her a “wicked woman” but said her retirement was a “service to the country.” Pelosi also became known for her bold political gestures, including tearing up Trump’s 2020 State of the Union speech, and recently described him as a “disgusting creature” in a CNN interview. Her departure marks the conclusion of a historic career, highlighting her role as one of the most influential women in American politics.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has openly claimed responsibility for Israel’s airstrike on Iran that occurred last June, stating that he was “fully responsible” for the operation. In a statement on November 7, Trump emphasized that Israel’s initial attack was extremely powerful and that his administration oversaw the operation’s execution. While the Washington administration initially sought to distance itself from the strike, Trump now asserts credit for the military outcomes. He likened the decisive action to how his party should move forward politically. The Israeli strike triggered a severe retaliatory response from Iran, which forced the United States and Israel to announce a ceasefire within 12 days. Trump’s comments come amid his push for Republicans in the Senate to pass legislation by simple majority, signaling his continued influence in U.S. political and foreign policy discussions.

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history, now in its 36th day, is severely impacting air travel. The Federal Aviation Administration has mandated a 10% reduction in flights at 40 major airports starting Friday due to staff shortages, with 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 security personnel working without pay. Airlines are adjusting schedules, affecting approximately 1,800 flights and 268,000 seats, though international flights remain unaffected. Major airports including New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Dallas are among those impacted. Passengers are facing delays, cancellations, and uncertainty, with unions and officials emphasizing safety concerns. The shutdown stems from a congressional deadlock over federal spending, leaving government operations paralyzed. Airlines are offering refunds and alternative arrangements, while authorities stress the importance of maintaining safe airspace despite the unprecedented disruption.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has come under sharp questioning from the Supreme Court over his administration’s import tariff policies, which judges say may have violated Congress’s constitutional authority to impose taxes. Both conservative and liberal justices expressed skepticism about the White House’s justification for the tariffs, originally imposed on imports from countries including China, Canada, and Mexico. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argued that the tariffs were regulatory measures, not taxes, but several justices disagreed. Justice Sonia Sotomayor noted that Americans are effectively paying those tariffs, making them functionally taxes. Trump defended the tariffs as essential for national security and for restoring America’s manufacturing base, adding that if the Court strikes them down, his administration has a “backup plan.” He warned that losing the case would be devastating for the U.S. economy but claimed legal confidence, saying most experts believe he stands on firm ground.

The United States faces growing chaos as the ongoing federal government shutdown — now the longest in the nation’s history at 36 days — begins to disrupt air travel on a massive scale. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that, starting Friday, 10 percent of flights will be cut across 40 major airports if the shutdown continues. The decision comes amid a severe shortage of air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staff, many of whom have been working without pay for weeks.

Although the government has not released the full list of affected airports, the measure is expected to impact busy hubs including New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Dallas. Industry analysts at Cirium estimate the cuts could reduce around 1,800 flights and 268,000 seats daily. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned that stricter controls might follow if the crisis persists.

Airlines and trade groups such as Airlines for America are coordinating with the government to minimize disruptions for passengers and cargo transport. Since the shutdown began, over 3.2 million travelers have faced flight delays or cancellations, and more than 2,100 flights were delayed on Wednesday alone.

The Trump administration has canceled 80,000 non-immigrant visas in the past nine months as part of its increasingly stringent immigration policy, according to a senior U.S. State Department official cited by Reuters. Following his inauguration on January 20, President Donald Trump took a firm stance against illegal immigration, fulfilling a campaign pledge to make America free of undocumented immigrants. A series of executive orders led to nationwide raids involving police, customs, and paramilitary forces, resulting in thousands of undocumented migrants being detained and deported.

However, many of the 80,000 people affected were not undocumented. Several held valid short-term visas but had them revoked due to various offenses. Around 16,000 visas were canceled for driving under the influence, 12,000 for assault or violent behavior, and 8,000 for theft-related charges. In August alone, 6,000 foreign students lost their visas due to overstaying, breaking laws, or allegedly supporting terrorism. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated in May that the visa revocations would continue as part of ensuring alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities. The administration emphasized that individuals engaging in conduct contrary to U.S. laws or interests will face strict immigration consequences.

Zohra Mamdani, the Democratic candidate, has been elected as the 111th mayor of New York City, defeating Republican Curtis Sliwa and independent Andrew Cuomo. Making history, Mamdani becomes the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor—and the youngest in more than a century. Once a relatively unknown politician, Mamdani rose to prominence through his clear stance on livability issues and energetic grassroots campaigning. His platform emphasized housing affordability, rent stabilization, a $30 minimum wage, free public transport, and higher taxes on the wealthy. Despite being repeatedly branded “antisemitic,” Mamdani earned significant Jewish support, with organizations like Jews for Zohra, Jewish Voice for Peace, and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice actively campaigning for him. Supporters such as Jacob Bloomfield cited Mamdani’s commitment to universal access to housing, healthcare, education, and safety as reasons for their trust. Actor and comedian Matt Katai also endorsed him, praising his passion and sincerity. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Jewish voters supporting Mamdani, calling them “stupid” and threatening to cut federal funding for New York if Mamdani won. Analysts believe his victory under a far-right federal administration marks a new political era for America.

A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded shortly after takeoff from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday evening, killing at least three people and injuring 11 others. Governor Andy Beshear said the numbers are likely to rise as emergency teams continue search and rescue operations amid dangerous conditions. The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft, built in 1991, was en route to Honolulu when flames erupted on its left wing around 5:15 p.m. Video footage showed the aircraft briefly lifting off before crashing and bursting into a massive fireball. Nearby structures sustained significant damage, including parts of a roof torn off near the runway. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg cited the large quantity of jet fuel onboard as a major hazard for responders. Authorities have issued a shelter-in-place order for areas north of the airport up to the Ohio River due to possible toxic fumes. Louisville’s UPS hub, one of the world’s largest package handling facilities, has temporarily suspended operations. Officials urge residents to stay indoors and keep emergency routes clear while investigations continue.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again targeted Representative Ilhan Omar, urging her to leave the United States in a post on his Truth Social platform. Sharing a video of Omar speaking at a public event, Trump wrote that she should “go back,” a remark critics say echoes his previous racially charged rhetoric. The video, whose recording date remains unclear, has been circulating on right-wing social media channels for weeks. Omar, who fled Somalia’s civil war as a child and later gained U.S. citizenship in 2000, represents Minnesota in Congress as a Democrat. Trump’s comments were amplified by his allies, reigniting debates over immigration, national identity, and political boundaries in campaign discourse. This is not the first time Trump has made such remarks — he previously suggested that Somalia’s president might “take back” Omar. In response, Omar said she is unfazed by such comments, describing them as “strange” and insisting that her citizenship cannot be questioned. She added that she is no longer the frightened refugee child she once was, but a grown American raising her children. The renewed exchange highlights the persistent racial and ideological divisions shaping American politics ahead of the 2024 election season.

The United States is facing unprecedented travel chaos as the government shutdown reaches its 35th day — the longest in the nation’s history. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported severe staffing shortages, with up to 80% absenteeism among air traffic controllers in New York and half of major control centers operating with limited personnel. The ongoing crisis, caused by unpaid federal employees, has led to over 16,700 delayed flights and 2,282 cancellations from Friday to Sunday, with thousands more affected since Monday.

According to the FAA, around 13,000 air traffic controllers are continuing to work without pay since October 1, but increasing absenteeism is forcing authorities to reduce air traffic volume to maintain safety. Major airports such as Chicago O’Hare, Dallas Fort Worth, Denver, and Newark have experienced major disruptions. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated that delays will persist as safety remains the top priority, adding that some controllers have taken secondary jobs to survive.

Currently, approximately 670,000 civilian federal employees are on forced leave, while another 730,000 are working without pay, underscoring the widespread impact of the shutdown on essential national operations.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed the possibility of seeking a third term in the 2028 presidential election. In an interview aired Sunday on CBS News’ 60 Minutes, host Norah O’Donnell asked Trump whether he had considered running again. Trump replied that he was “not thinking about it at all,” though he acknowledged that “many people” want him to. When asked about potential successors such as Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump praised both, saying he likes them and several others in his team. He added that the Republican Party now has an “outstanding bench” of future leaders. Under the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a president can serve a maximum of two terms, preventing Trump from legally running again. His remarks underscore the growing focus on the next generation of Republican leadership.

In an interview aired on CBS News’ 60 Minutes, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s time in power is nearing its end. When host Norah O’Donnell asked if Maduro’s presidency was almost over, Trump replied, “Yes, I think so,” though he dismissed the idea of a full-scale war against Venezuela. He declined to comment directly on the possibility of a ground invasion, stating only that no immediate decision had been made.

Trump also denied recent media reports that Washington was planning military strikes on Venezuelan installations, labeling them speculative. Meanwhile, U.S. accusations against Maduro have intensified, with claims that he leads a criminal network known as the Cartel de los Soles, designated a global terrorist organization by Washington in July.

Human rights organizations and legal experts have questioned the legality of recent U.S. attacks in the Caribbean and the Pacific, which reportedly killed over 64 people. The UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Türk, condemned the actions and called for an independent investigation. Maduro, in turn, rejected U.S. allegations as false and indecent, accusing Washington of preparing for a new “endless war.”

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stated that under Donald Trump’s leadership, the United States officially ended its long-standing policy of changing foreign governments. Speaking before the “Manama Dialogue” security summit in Bahrain, organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, Gabbard emphasized that Washington’s interventionist “regime change” strategy had trapped the country in decades of costly and counterproductive conflicts.

She argued that efforts to impose American-style governance on other nations and interfere in foreign disputes produced more adversaries than allies, costing trillions of dollars, countless lives, and creating new security threats. Gabbard said President Trump took decisive steps to end this cycle and redirect US foreign policy toward restraint and pragmatism.

Her remarks echoed Trump’s own vision, particularly his Middle East policies and his efforts to withdraw troops from Afghanistan—a process completed under the Biden administration in 2021. However, Gabbard avoided commenting on Trump’s controversial Latin American operations.

According to Gabbard, Trump’s stance marks a “historic correction” in US diplomacy, ending decades of intervention that defined post-9/11 global politics.

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has launched a fierce attack on Donald Trump, saying his leadership has driven the United States “into darkness.” Speaking at a Democratic campaign rally in Virginia for candidates Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill, Obama described Trump’s administration as “a symbol of lawlessness and lack of reason.” He condemned Trump’s trade policies and deployment of the National Guard in American cities, calling them “disorderly and misguided.”

Obama also criticized Republican lawmakers for failing to restrain Trump despite knowing he was crossing the line. Comparing the Trump White House to a never-ending Halloween, he said, “It’s all tricks and no treats.” He mocked Trump for focusing on the Rose Garden and building a $30 million ballroom instead of addressing real issues. Obama urged Americans to protect “truth, empathy, and democracy,” warning that democracy fades when citizens stop caring.

In a major step toward strengthening bilateral relations, the United States and India have signed a historic 10-year defense framework agreement ahead of their pending trade deal. The agreement, inked between India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a meeting in Malaysia, aims to enhance military collaboration, information exchange, and defense technology partnership between the two nations.

Following the signing, Hegseth wrote on X that the deal would take defense cooperation to new heights, laying the foundation for regional stability and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific. The leaders also discussed the delay in the delivery of GE Aerospace’s F404 engines, which has hindered the production of India’s Tejas Light Combat Aircraft. Rajnath Singh urged a swift conclusion to the proposed agreement between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and GE Aerospace for joint production of F414 engines in India — a move expected to boost indigenous defense capabilities and reduce import dependency.

Officials noted that the agreement reflects growing alignment between Washington and New Delhi amid concerns over China’s assertive actions in the Asia-Pacific. It also aligns with the 2025 Modi-Trump joint statement to deepen defense and strategic cooperation.