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The US and Ukraine have signed an agreement granting Washington access to some of Ukraine's natural resources, a deal months in the making that establishes an investment fund aimed at securing continued US assistance as Ukraine battles Russia's invasion. Here are the key points from this significant arrangement: Despite former claims, President Trump has not required Ukraine to repay the estimated $350 billion in US aid provided during the war - a demand previously rejected by President Zelensky. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal confirmed the agreement contains no provisions for debt repayment, though Trump has characterized the deal as beneficial for America, stating the US will theoretically receive "much more" than what was provided under President Biden. The agreement's language toward Russia is notably stronger than typical Trump administration rhetoric, referring explicitly to "Russia's full-scale invasion." The US Treasury Department […]

National security adviser Mike Waltz and deputy Alex Wong are leaving their positions in the Trump administration, according to multiple sources familiar with their departure. President Trump announced Thursday he is nominating Waltz to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, a position requiring Senate confirmation. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will temporarily assume national security adviser responsibilities while maintaining his State Department leadership. "From his time in uniform on the battlefield, in Congress and, as my National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz has worked hard to put our Nation's Interests first. I know he will do the same in his new role," Trump stated. Journalist Mark Halperin first reported the departures. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles is reportedly holding discussions with National Security Council staff members. Waltz faced significant scrutiny in March after creating a Signal chat […]