US News Headlines April 26th 2025
US News Summary: April 26, 2025
Pope Francis Funeral:
- Pope Francis' funeral took place at the Vatican on Saturday, with tens of thousands of mourners in attendance.
- World leaders, including US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, attended the ceremony.
- The funeral marked a significant moment for the Catholic Church as it prepares to choose a new pope.
White House Correspondents' Association Dinner:
- The annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner took place on Saturday, with a focus on celebrating journalism and the First Amendment.
- The event was stripped down due to the absence of a president and comedian, reflecting the somber tone in Washington at the beginning of Trump's second term.
US Politics:
- A new poll reveals that Americans, including Republicans, are losing faith in Trump.
- Trump scores poorly on economic and immigration issues, with some fearing he is "exceeding powers" and focused on the wrong issues.
- Democrats decry the arrest of a Wisconsin judge, while Republicans call for her removal.
Trump Administration Policies:
- The US is expected to miss out on billions in tourist revenue due to Trump's policies deterring overseas visitors.
- Harvard labor unions rally behind non-citizens and workers amid Trump attacks.
- Vicious interpersonal conflicts among staff cloud leak investigation at a conservative organization.
International News:
- Trump reveals humanitarian concerns for Gaza, encouraging Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to allow aid to enter the region.
- The Kennedy Center cancels LGBTQ+ world pride events due to lack of funding.
Other Stories:
- A map shows what Ukraine could look like under Trump's proposed peace deal.
- Americans fear going broke more than death, a new study finds.
- Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre dies by suicide in Australia.