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The South Texas ICE Processing Centre where Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, a Venezuelan man shot by an ICE officer, is being held in Pearsall, Texas on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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Amnesty International calls for abolition of ICE in report on rights violations

Report found the US government is ‘implementing a system of mass detention and deportation fuelled by racist, xenophobic and false rhetoric’.

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Inside Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan’s visit to the Smithsonian’s Peacock Room

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US 30-year mortgage rates top 7%, highest in Trump presidency

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US cybersecurity agency releases election infrastructure plan before midterms

The plan warns of threats to election security and lays out services the cybersecurity agency will offer to protect the vote.

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Voters cast their ballots on the first day of early voting in Minnesota at the Elections & Voter Services building in Minneapolis on September 18. Photo: AP
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White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after judge’s order

A federal judge had deemed Trump’s ban of the news outlets as likely to be unconstitutional and ordered their access immediately restored.

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All you need to know about a state visit, as US rolls out red carpet for Xi

On these grand occasions, which aim to strengthen relationships between countries, it’s more than just pomp and pageantry involved.

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US law enforcement ups security for Xi summit as welcome, protest events planned

US Secret Service says it is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all foreign heads of state while they are on American soil.

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A protester scales a light pole and unfurls a banner to protest the coming state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington on Tuesday as members of the National Guard walk by. Photo: AP
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Opinion | Xi and Trump face their greatest challenge yet: building US-China trust

AI is the test case. A foundational agreement will prove trust is possible – otherwise, mistrust will harden and the detente will dissolve.

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Man shot by ICE in Texas says bullet still inside him

Lawyer says Venezuelan DoorDash driver is experiencing left-side paralysis following Austin encounter.

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US, China need nuclear-style AI safeguards, congressman says before Xi summit

Top Democrat on the House China committee calls for international inspections of leading AI laboratories and a ban on self-improving systems.

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US House Select Committee on China ranking member Ro Khanna speaks with journalists before an Artificial Intelligence briefing on September 16 in Washington. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
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Trump approval hits career low as living costs bite, new poll shows

Just 17 per cent of Americans endorse the president’s handling of inflation ahead of midterm elections.

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President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen as the US midterms loom. Photo: AP
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Trump inaugurates helipad as major networks skip ceremony over ban

Broadcast boycott leaves the US president without pool cameras for his maiden flight from the new helipad.

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First ladies step forward as Trump lays on rare honours for Xi

Three-day itinerary from September 23 to 25 will feature extensive ceremonial honours along with dedicated cultural exchanges and events.

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CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump over White House press ban

Lawsuit alleges First Amendment violations as major TV networks suspend presidential pool coverage in protest.

The empty James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

Survey finds increasing number of Americans favour engagement with China

Beijing seen as less of a threat in Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey, although a partisan divide exists.

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US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet China’s President Xi Jinping in Washington this week. A new poll shows more Americans favour engagement with China over containment. Photo: AP
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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Texas

Man in custody pending removal as Austin mayor demands local police be involved in shooting investigation.

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Trump says his big arch would be a ‘military complex’ with drones and snipers

US president claims massive monument will store ammunition as critics call national security framing a legal pretext.

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White House bars CNN, MS Now and Politico reporters after Trump ban

All three news outlets separately said their teams’ press passes were ‌confiscated on Saturday morning.

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CNN Senior White House Reporter Betsy Klein, holding up an empty credential holder, reports near the White House complex on Saturday. Photo: AP
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Trump says son told him he’ll repay Russian oligarch for wedding parties

Democratic lawmakers have launched an investigation into reports that Umar Kremlev contributed thousands to Don Jnr’s festivities.

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Trump says Xi state dinner is ‘a very tough ticket’ as guest list takes shape

US president says White House seats about 125 guests, while Chinese executives facing scrutiny in the US are considered for Xi’s delegation.

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Trump ‘banning’ CNN, MS Now and Politico from White House

The US president’s targeting of three major news outlets is his latest move to crack down on the free press.

US President Donald Trump stands on stage after concluding his remarks during the second day of the Republican National Committee midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, on September 10. Photo: AFP
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Xi-Trump summit preview: what are the best and worst scenarios?

Tariff cuts or a new 7.5 per cent duty on China? Possible outcomes on the cards as leaders navigate a trade truce and a widening tech schism.

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Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping arrive for a state dinner at the Great Hall of the People during Trump’s visit to Beijing in May. Photo: AP
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White House pulls Trump nominee to head ICE

No reason was given, but ex-Marine Lance Schroyer’s confirmation had been stalled in the Senate.

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Hong Kong hits out at US panel over Jimmy Lai hearing and sanctions bill

Government says US Congressional-Executive Commission on China is trying to ‘intimidate’ officials with sanctions.

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Will Trump demolish the Kennedy Centre? Air Force One photo offers clue

US president seen through aircraft window holding a placard showing the apparent demolition of famed venue.

US President Donald Trump is seen aboard Air Force One with a printout depicting the Kennedy Centre on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
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Xi to get what Trump didn’t in Beijing: a presidential airport welcome

US president will personally greet Chinese counterpart on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Washington when Xi lands next Wednesday.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping participates in a welcome ceremony for US President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. Photo: AP
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US Fed raises interest rates for first time in 3 years, irking Trump

US president demands immediate rate cuts as Chair Kevin Warsh warns inflation remains ‘too high’.

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Trump threatens to keep Kennedy Centre closed after name ruling

US president conditions venue repairs on his name being added to the building.

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