Exclusive | Trump cancels nearly B in funding for illegal immigrants and race-focused programs in new ‘pocket’ rescission

WASHINGTON — President Trump on Friday ordered the cancellation of $810 million in congressionally appropriated funding, including large sums meant for illegal immigrants and race-focused programs, in the second “pocket” rescission in 49 years, The Post has learned. The action eliminates 11 pools of unspent money at seven federal departments and agencies as part of a drive by fiscal hawks to whittle down executive-branch expenses. “In accordance with… the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, I herewith report 11 rescissions of budget authority, totaling $810 million,” Trump wrote in a notice to House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.). “The…

Trump agrees to let Ukraine make Patriot missiles in game-changing decision: Zelensky

President Trump has agreed to grant Ukraine the licenses to manufacture its own Patriot missiles, a critical air-defense system that intercepts incoming projectiles from Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. “There are concrete agreements regarding Patriot licenses,” Zelensky posted Friday on X. “At our meeting, President Trump stressed that he…

Exclusive | FIFA chief Gianni Infantino hires British marketing king Martin Sorrell for survival campaign, ‘raiding’ org’s coffers: sources

Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino has tapped British marketing guru Sir Martin Sorrell’s digital machine to salvage his grip on global soccer — and he is footing the bill with the governing body’s own money, three sources familiar with the matter told The Post. The previously undisclosed contract with Monks,…

GLP-1 drugs could play surprising role in cancer risk and outcomes

As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes. The American Association for Cancer Research’s 2026 Cancer Progress Report, released earlier this month, noted that obesity is a major risk factor for many cancers. As…

Gavin Newsom faces furious backlash from Dems over abortion veto

Gov. Gavin Newsom is getting hammered by abortion rights supporters in California after a controversial veto. The Democratic governor on Sunday vetoed AB 2164, the Care Without Fear Act, which would have restricted future governors from granting extradition requests from other states targeting people for legally protected abortion and gender…

Inside the thirst-trapping world of ‘Corgi girls’ — unhinged dating demands, bizarre ‘N-word’ posts and outrageous online behavior

A California tech startup known for hiring “hot” girls devolved into public chaos after staffers’ spicy social media takes seemingly sparked a crash-out. San Francisco insurance-tech startup Corgi has gained an outsized rep, not for its risk-underwriting but rather for unhinged dating demands, “mean-girl” staffers and public infighting — as its…

WNBA playoff predictions, odds: Aces repeat, Angel Reese guides deep Dream run

Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. We’re about to witness the deepest playoff field in WNBA history. A reasonable case could be made for all eight teams reaching the Finals if things…

Turning Point USA fires back at ICE shooting lawyer over deleted Charlie Kirk post

Turning Point USA (TPUSA) spokesman Andrew Kolvet fired back Thursday at the attorney representing a Venezuelan man shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Austin, Texas, calling the two a “perfect match” after the lawyer drew criticism over a deleted social media post referencing the assassination of conservative…

Inside Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour’s testy relationship with Indian casinos — and how it could pose an existential threat: ‘Lying little twerp’

Kalshi’s dicey relationship with Native American casinos went south after CEO Tarek Mansour held unsuccessful talks to mend differences with tribal leaders – resulting in a flurry of lawsuits that could pose existential threat to the prediction market giant’s business, The Post has learned.  Kalshi offers wagers across a slew…

‘If you do want to be a criminal, there is no better place to do it’: Author Rose George dives into the dark depths of the fishing industry

The global fishing industry is plagued by problems. Overfishing remains a severe threat, while production and consumption have increased to record levels. Illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing continues to thrive, thereby disrupting marine ecosystems and attempts to manage our oceans sustainably. All the while, climate change is warming the seas,…

Sean McVay reveals real reason why Rams poached Eagles safety

On Wednesday, the Rams pulled a fast one on their Week 4 opponents, the Eagles, by signing Maximus Pulley from their practice squad to the Rams’ active roster. Rams coach Sean McVay provided insight into what went into that decision. McVay said the Rams decided to add Pulley to help…

Carlos Alcaraz still irate over 3:30 a.m. US Open finish: ‘Too much’

Carlos Alcaraz seemed to be sending a message to the U.S. Open when he met with reporters in London on Thursday, calling it “too much” when discussing the early-morning marathon match with Ben Shelton in the quarterfinals. Late finishes at Grand Slams have become more common in recent years, but…

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