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Here are the top political headlines 📌

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🇺🇸 U.S. Politics
• Trump pushes back on Epstein fallout
Following a Wall Street Journal report that he penned a risqué birthday sketch letter to Jeffrey Epstein, President Trump has dismissed the story as a “hoax” and accused Democrats of fabricating it. He’s directed AG Pam Bondi to pursue the release of grand jury transcripts and has threatened legal action against the WSJ and Rupert Murdoch  .
• Congress approves $9 billion in cuts
The U.S. House narrowly passed a package rescinding roughly $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting spending. It’s now awaiting Trump’s signature. The move marks a fresh assertive use of budget withdrawal tools  .
• Republicans question Trump’s trade tariffs
Some GOP members and pro-trade groups are cautioning the administration to go easy on sector-specific tariffs affecting semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and drones. They’re opting for private appeals rather than overt criticism .

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🌍 International Politics
• UK–Germany treaty and electoral reforms
PM Keir Starmer and Chancellor Friedrich Merz signed a post-Brexit treaty enhancing defense and migration cooperation, including plans for a direct rail link. Domestically, the UK introduced electoral reforms like lowering voting age to 16 and instituting automatic registration, potentially adding up to 8 million voters .
• Trump rejects major strikes on Iran
Reports indicate Trump terminated plans for sustained large-scale military action against Iranian nuclear sites, choosing instead a one-night, limited-strike operation, consistent with his preference for avoiding prolonged conflicts abroad .

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🎨 In the Press
• Political cartoon spotlight
This week’s top political cartoons hilariously underscore ongoing political controversies—from the Epstein revelations to congressional tumult  .

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🔍 What it means
• The Epstein revelations continue to dominate U.S. politics, creating tension within the GOP while potentially reshaping public discourse.
• Fiscal battles over domestic vs. international spending reflect growing influence of Congress on budgetary oversight.
• Internationally, the UK is redefining its post-Brexit agenda with deepened EU ties and expanded voter access.