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passage of a bill to release the Jeffrey #Epsteinfiles, President Trump’s controversial defense of the Saudi Crown Prince, and ongoing international conflicts and natural disasters.Today‘s top news headlines are dominated by the
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Epstein Files Bill: Both the House and Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill that will force the U.S. Department of Justice to release all files related to the late accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. The bill now heads to President Trump’s desk for his signature, which he is expected to provide after initially opposing the move.
Trump and Saudi Arabia: President Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) at the White House and defended him against allegations that he ordered the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a claim that contradicts U.S. intelligence findings.
Immigration: Federal agents clashed with protesters during an ICE raid at a Southern California farm, and the Trump administration is facing legal pushback over National Guard deployments and proposed immigration rules.
Obamacare Tax Credits: An estimated 22 million Americans could see their health insurance premiums soar as the Obamacare tax credits appear likely to expire, with President Trump ruling out an extension.
Texas Flooding: The search for victims continues in Texas after severe flooding, which experts warn could lead to health risks lasting for months.
World News
Middle East Conflict: An Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon killed at least 13 people, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
Russia-Ukraine War: At least 16 people were killed in heavy Russian attacks across Ukraine, with Poland scrambling fighter jets in its airspace.
Japan Fire: A large fire in southwestern Japan damaged around 170 homes and forced evacuations, resulting in one death.
Bangladesh Verdict: Ousted former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has been sentenced to death for crimes against humanity, a verdict she has called politically motivated.
Business and Science
Meta Antitrust Suit: A federal judge ruled in favor of Meta, deciding the company is not an illegal monopoly and does not have to break up Instagram and WhatsApp.
Art Record: A Gustav Klimt portrait of an Austrian heiress, looted by the Nazis and recovered, sold for a record $236.4 million at auction, the most expensive modern art piece ever sold.
For more in-depth coverage and developing stories, you can visit major news websites such as ABC News, CNN, or NPR.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 19, 2025
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