Extreme weather events in the first half of 2025 caused record-breaking damages, with the costliest being the Southern California wildfires that destroyed thousands of structures and claimed dozens of lives.
White House demolishes East Wing to build grand ballroom, costing $250-$350 million, with wealthy donors and companies pledging to cover the cost.
Trump urges Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster to end the government shutdown, but GOP leaders reject the idea, warning it would weaken their party's leverage.
Extreme weather events in the first half of 2025 caused record-breaking damages, with the costliest being the Southern California wildfires that destroyed thousands of structures and claimed dozens of lives.
White House demolishes East Wing to build grand ballroom, costing $250-$350 million, with wealthy donors and companies pledging to cover the cost.
Trump urges Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster to end the government shutdown, but GOP leaders reject the idea, warning it would weaken their party's leverage.