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After signing an order in January to begin planning a "Golden Dome" missile defense shield for the United States, President Donald Trump on Tuesday unveiled new details, including its cost and timeline. The unprecedented project comes amid warnings that China is developing new missiles capable of threatening the U.S. homeland.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before two Senate committees Tuesday on proposed cuts, departmental restructuring, and recent foreign policy moves. Some lawmakers pressed him on reductions to foreign aid, while others praised him for advancing the president’s agenda.

Trump was on Capitol Hill Tuesday, working to rally support among divided House Republicans for his multi-trillion-dollar budget bill, which he has dubbed the “one big, beautiful bill.” Some lawmakers continue to express concerns over proposed budget cuts and changes to tax credits.

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for potentially hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans. The move could pave the way for increased deportations and is the latest in a series of emergency appeals brought by the administration to the high court.

President Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine will "immediately start" negotiating a cease-fire after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin for more than two hours. Trump made separate phone calls to the leaders of both countries earlier Monday. The potential terms of a cease-fire remain unclear.

First Lady Melania Trump joined President Trump Monday in the Rose Garden for the signing of the Take It Down Act. The new law makes it a federal crime to share explicit deepfakes and allows victims to take legal action against individuals who create or distribute such content.

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. His office revealed preliminary details about his condition.

A Mexican Navy ship crashed into the landmark Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday night. Two sailors died. The collision is now under investigation. We have responses from officials.

President Trump is scheduled to speak with Russian president Vladimir Putin about peace in Ukraine tomorrow, but Kyiv today reported the largest Russian drone attack since the start of the war. Plus, what's next for the Middle East after Trump's whirlwind trip? Two guests join us to explore.

Can vitamins and supplements help ease anxiety? A psychiatrist and nutritional science expert says they won't be the cure-all, but your brain's diet can make a significant difference.

And, a violin crafted in a World War two concentration camp has been discovered in Hungary. A secret message inside the instrument reveals more about its creation.

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House Republicans hit a setback in passing President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” Fiscal hawks are pushing for deeper Medicaid cuts—a move that’s threatening to derail Republican leadership’s self-imposed Memorial Day deadline.

Former FBI Director James Comey is under investigation for a controversial social media post. Several officials have condemned the post, saying it appeared to be a threat on Trump’s life.

The first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have ended without any major breakthroughs. Trump now says he plans to set up a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he wraps up his trip to the Middle East.

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In the third and final stop of his Middle East visit, President Trump secured another major investment deal from the United Arab Emirates, bringing total investment commitments in the Gulf region to over $2 trillion. The U.S. also reached an agreement with the UAE to deepen cooperation on artificial intelligence—part of an effort to prevent the transfer of U.S. technologies to China.

The Supreme Court today heard historic arguments regarding birthright citizenship. The central question before the justices was whether lower courts overstepped their authority by blocking President Trump's January 20 executive order on a nationwide basis.

What were initially believed to be high-level negotiations between Russian and Ukrainian officials appear to be less significant, as neither President Vladimir Putin nor President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend peace talks scheduled for tomorrow in Turkey. Their absence has lowered expectations among international observers.

President Donald Trump has secured more than $240 billion in investments from Qatar as part of his ongoing Middle East tour. The agreements include Qatar's purchase of nearly $100 billion worth of Boeing planes.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified Wednesday before Congress, emphasizing that reducing dependency on China for critical medicines is a top priority for both him and the Trump administration.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed ending enrollment for low-income illegal immigrants in the state’s health care program starting in 2026, as part of his new budget plan.

President Donald Trump laid out U.S. policy toward the Middle East as he began his visit to Saudi Arabia. He announced the lifting of sanctions on Syria and extended an olive branch to Iran, signaling a broader shift in American foreign policy. Trump also announced a $600 billion investment in the United States from Saudi Arabia, highlighting additional agreements with the Gulf nation and expressing hopes for closer ties with Israel.

The House of Representatives began marking up the tax and Medicaid portions of the budget reconciliation bill—referred to by some as Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” The markup is a key step in advancing the president’s legislative agenda. House Republicans say they are committed to passing the reconciliation package and sending it to the Senate by Memorial Day.

Russia and Ukraine are scheduled to hold direct talks for the first time since the start of the war. Trump now says Secretary of State Marco Rubio will join the negotiations. However, it’s not yet clear who will represent Kyiv and Moscow.

May 13 marks World Falun Dafa Day, commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the peaceful meditation practice centered on the principles of truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance. In Texas, lawmakers in both the House and Senate passed resolutions officially recognizing May 13, 2025, as Falun Dafa Day.

As the United States and China agree to temporarily lower tariffs, President Donald Trump is touting a "reset" with Beijing—while warning that tariffs could be ramped up again if a long-term deal doesn’t materialize. The White House also tells NTD that a 120 percent tariff remains in place for small packages imported from China.

The president today signed a sweeping executive order directing pharmaceutical companies to reduce drug costs. The order aims to bring U.S. drug prices more in line with those paid in other countries. Trump says costs for Medicaid and Medicare will soon drop as a direct result of the new order.

Hamas terrorists have released Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who had been held for more than 19 months in the Gaza Strip. This comes as Trump sets out on a visit to the Middle East. Meanwhile, Israel’s prime minister says hostage negotiations will continue—even under fire.

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US trade talks with China just wrapped up in Geneva. Treasury Secretary Bessent said the two countries have achieved "substantial progress" while the White House says a deal has been reached. Details on what we know so far.

Two guests join us to explore what a US-China trade deal could look like and how markets will react.

The final American hostage still alive in Gaza is set for imminent release. The update comes straight from the Hamas terrorist group.

Could spending more time in 'green spaces' give our immune systems a boost, or even reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke? NTD's Stefania Cox sat down with Brendon Fallon—host of Epoch TV's Vital Signs health program—for more.

And, a unique parade brings color and beauty to the streets of New York City while sharing a powerful message of human rights and resilience. NTD's Sherry Ning spoke with practitioners of a peaceful meditation practice to find out what World Falun Dafa Day means to them.