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Former CHP leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 defecting lawmakers have formed the New Party, reshaping Turkey's political landscape and posing a new challenge to President Erdogan. The split follows a court ruling that annulled Ozel's election as CHP chairman, which he calls judicial interference. The New Party is expected to draw CHP voters but may also fragment the opposition, potentially benefiting Erdogan.
The Trump administration has proposed an $87.6 billion supplemental budget to Congress, including funds for military operations against Iran, just a day after lawmakers voted to restrict presidential war powers. The proposal faces an uphill battle amid GOP divisions and Democratic opposition, with polls showing only 24% of Americans believe the war is worth the cost.
President Donald Trump attended the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, the first such visit by a sitting president. His arrival was met with boos from the crowd and prompted a massive security lockdown.
