August 8, 2026

US court orders halt to Trump ballroom construction

A US appeals court on Friday upheld an order halting construction of President Donald Trump’s proposed White House ballroom, ruling that the massive renovation requires explicit approval from Congress.   The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia
August 8, 2026

US plans $1bn security aid package for Colombia

The United States has announced plans to work with Congress to approve a $1bn security assistance package for Colombia as the country’s new right-wing President, Abelardo de la Espriella, assumes office.   US State Department officials disclosed the plan late