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Trump announced plans to withdraw approximately 5,000 US troops from Germany over the next 6 to 12 months, intensifying his feud with NATO allies. Pentagon stated the withdrawal is expected to be completed over six to 12 months, while NATO and German officials called for clarification on the decision.
The Trump administration imposed fresh sanctions on Cuba targeting people operating in broad sections of the Cuban economy, including energy, defense, and mining. Cuba characterized the sanctions as 'collective punishment' of its economy.
The El Gamal family of six, recently released from ICE detention and then re-arrested, arrived back in Colorado as their lawyer attacked what he characterized as a 'kidnapping,' alleging US officials overstepped a judge's order.
ICE hired a contractor accused of allegations including 'torture' and 'enforced disappearance' to help locate unaccompanied migrant minors. The contractor denied the allegations against it.
Spirit Airlines announced it is ceasing operations after 34 years, with all flights canceled and the ultra-low-cost carrier winding down operations. Several US airlines agreed to cap ticket prices for Spirit customers who need to rebook canceled flights.
Trump's administration announced plans for a 'Garden of Heroes' project along the Potomac River featuring life-size statues of 250 notable Americans, with formal gardens, reflecting pools, and plazas. The project's scope and cost have continued to increase according to documents obtained by The New York Times.
The Trump administration relaxed federal regulations on medical marijuana, with the decision including significant tax breaks for many cannabis companies. The move is expected to drive new investment in the cannabis sector.
Danco Laboratories, an abortion pill maker, filed an emergency appeal to the US Supreme Court to halt a ban on mail-order access to the medication after a lower court blocked telemedicine providers from prescribing it.
Trump endorsed Representative Andy Barr for Senate in Kentucky as a Musk-backed candidate, Nate Morris, exited the race after meeting with the president to discuss joining the Trump administration.
Trump continued his push for 'electoral retribution' against political enemies within his own party, backing challengers in a series of Republican primaries scheduled for May. The strategy plays a starring role in ongoing party contests.