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A deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego left five adults dead, including two suspected gunman, and prompted a massive law enforcement response in the city’s Clairemont neighborhood.

Police said officers were called to the mosque and adjoining school shortly before noon after reports of violence at the complex, located about eight miles north of downtown San Diego. When officers arrived, they discovered three men dead outside the building. San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said investigators later received additional calls about gunfire nearby. A landscaper working in the area was reportedly targeted but was not hurt.

Soon afterward, officers located a vehicle a short distance away containing two suspected shooters, believed to be 17 and 18 years old. Authorities said both appeared to have died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds, and investigators do not believe police fired any shots during the encounter.  Among those killed was a security guard at the mosque, whom Wahl credited with playing a “pivotal” role in helping prevent further casualties. According to CNN, one of the suspects was identified as Cain Clark. Hours before the attack, the 17-year-old’s mother told police her son and car were missing, along with three weapons.

The Islamic Center of San Diego, the county’s largest mosque, serves as both a place of worship and an educational campus with an Islamic school on site. An imam from the center said all students, teachers and staff members inside the school were safely accounted for following the shooting.

Investigators are still working to determine what led to the attack. Wahl said authorities are examining events that may have occurred beforehand, noting that incidents like this rarely happen without warning signs. For now, police are treating the case as a possible hate crime “until it’s not. The circumstances that led up to this, and the details of what happened in exactly which time it happened, will come out in the days ahead.” He also praised the large-scale emergency response, saying officers from across the region immediately rushed toward danger after hearing reports of gunfire.

The FBI is assisting in the investigation. FBI San Diego Special Agent in Charge Mark Remily confirmed the two suspects were found dead inside the nearby vehicle. In response to the shooting, the Los Angeles Police Department announced increased patrols around mosques, Islamic centers and other houses of worship across Los Angeles, while emphasizing there is no known threat to the city.

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President Donald Trump, along with sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump and the Trump Organization, has agreed to dismiss a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service as part of a settlement with the Justice Department that creates a nearly $1.8 billion compensation fund for people claiming they were unfairly targeted by government investigations.

The Justice Department announced the establishment of the Anti-Weaponization Fund to hear and redress claims of targeting by previous administrations. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced Monday that the agreement will establish a $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund,” designed to review complaints from individuals who say they were victims of politically motivated investigations or “lawfare.” The Justice Department said the Trumps will not receive financial compensation, though they will receive a formal apology. “The machinery of government should never be weaponized against any American, and it is this Department’s intention to make right the wrongs that were previously done while ensuring this never happens again,” Blanche said. “As part of this settlement, we are setting up a lawful process for victims of lawfare and weaponization to be heard and seek redress.”

Trump originally filed the lawsuit in January in federal court in Miami, accusing the IRS and Treasury Department of improperly allowing former contractor Charles Littlejohn to leak his tax records to media organizations in 2019 and 2020. Littlejohn later pleaded guilty and received a five-year prison sentence for disclosing confidential tax information. The lawsuit claimed the leak damaged the Trump family’s reputation and business interests, alleging the disclosures caused financial harm and public embarrassment.

Under the settlement, the newly created fund will be overseen by a five-member commission appointed by the attorney general. The panel will have authority to review claims, issue formal apologies, and potentially award compensation to approved applicants. The DOJ said claims will no longer be accepted after Dec. 15, 2028, and any remaining money will return to the federal government.

As part of the agreement, Trump also agreed to withdraw separate administrative claims tied to investigations involving Mar-a-Lago and the Russia inquiry.

Court filings submitted Monday the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida confirmed the lawsuit was dismissed “with prejudice,” meaning the same claims cannot be brought again. Trump’s legal team also argued the dismissal does not require judicial approval, effectively sidestepping further review from U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams, who had recently questioned whether a sitting president could legally sue agencies under his own administration.

The settlement quickly drew criticism from Democratic lawmakers and ethics groups. Ninety-three Democratic members of Congress attempted to intervene in the case, warning the arrangement could direct taxpayer money toward Trump allies. Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington sharply condemned the deal, calling it “the most brazen act of self-dealing in the history of the presidency.” The organization argued the fund could potentially benefit political supporters and raised concerns about constitutional issues tied to presidential financial interests.

Meanwhile, Trump’s legal team defended the settlement, saying the president pursued the agreement “for the benefit of the American people” and would continue efforts to hold government agencies accountable for alleged political targeting.

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Louisiana Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy was defeated in Saturday’s GOP primary, falling short of a runoff after years of backlash from supporters of President Trump over Cassidy’s vote to convict Trump following the January 6 Capitol attack.  Cassidy finished behind U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow and Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming, who will now face each other in a June 27 runoff that is expected to decide the state’s next senator in heavily Republican Louisiana.

The result highlighted Trump’s continued dominance within the Republican Party as he continues targeting Republicans viewed as disloyal. Cassidy was one of seven GOP senators who voted to convict Trump during his 2021 impeachment trial tied to the Capitol riot. While several Republicans who broke with Trump later stepped away from reelection campaigns, Cassidy sought a third term and significantly outspent his opponents.

The President heavily criticized Cassidy throughout the race and renewed his attacks on election day, calling him “a disloyal disaster” and “a terrible guy” on social media. After the loss, Cassidy appeared to answer indirectly, telling supporters, “Insults only bother me if they come from somebody of character and integrity.” He also defended his stance by saying, “Our country is not about one individual. It is about the welfare of all Americans, and it is about the Constitution.”

Letlow, elected to Congress in 2021 after winning a special election following the death of her husband from COVID-19 complications, built much of her campaign around loyalty to Trump and conservative voters. Fleming, a former congressman and Trump administration official, also campaigned as a strong MAGA conservative.

Trump praised Letlow, posting on Truth Social: “Congratulations to Congresswoman Julia Letlow on a fantastic race, beating an Incumbent Senator by Record Setting Numbers. This is the first time in History that a sitting Senator has lost by such large numbers in a Primary, unable to even go forward. Julia Letlow is a fantastic person and, after taking care of some additional business, will make a brilliant Senator for the Great People of Louisiana, a State that I love, helped make prosperous with my Energy Policies and everything else, and won six times in a row, including Primaries. Julia Letlow is a spectacular person, and will never let you down!”

Letlow embraced Trump’s endorsement during her victory speech, thanking “the best president this country has ever had, President Donald Trump.” She later argued Cassidy’s impeachment vote showed he had “turned his back on Louisiana voters.” Trump celebrated the outcome online, writing, “That’s what you get by voting to impeach an innocent man.”

The Louisiana contest is the latest example of Trump-backed efforts to unseat Republicans who opposed him. The primary also unfolded amid legal disputes over Louisiana election maps after a recent Supreme Court decision affecting parts of the Voting Rights Act. While the Senate race proceeded as scheduled, state officials delayed U.S. House primaries to redraw congressional districts, prompting legal challenges from civil rights groups.

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Three people lost their lives and several others were injured after a driver plowed into pedestrians and multiple vehicles late Saturday night in Oakland, authorities said.

Police and emergency crews responded shortly after 11 p.m. to the area near 85th Avenue and International Boulevard following reports of a major collision. Footage from the scene showed extensive damage and a heavy emergency response stretching into Sunday morning.

Per the Oakland Fire Department, three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Five additional people suffered injuries in the crash. Two victims were reported in critical condition, while another sustained serious injuries. Two others were treated for minor injuries.

Authorities also said the driver involved was hurt but suffered only minor injuries. Investigators said the suspect allegedly attempted to leave the scene before being stopped and detained by bystanders.

Officials have not yet released the identity of the driver or any other details about the incident. The investigation into the crash remains ongoing, as authorities look for the cause of the deadly crash.

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President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping opened their closely watched summit in Beijing with more than two hours of talks centered on global tensions, trade, Taiwan, and the escalating conflict involving Iran.

Trump discussed the Strait of Hormuz and the US-Israel war on Iran during his meeting with Xi, and according to the White House, the world leaders had a “good” meeting on Thursday and agreed that the Strait of Hormuz “must remain open to support the free flow of energy”.

US Treasury Sec’y Scott Bessent said separately that he believed Beijing would do what they can to open the waterway, which he said was “very much in their interest”. Separately, a coalition of 26 countries — including United Kingdom, France, Canada, Germany, Japan, Qatar, and South Korea — released a joint statement backing freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The countries voiced support for a defensive multinational mission that could eventually include mine-clearing operations once conditions allow.

During the discussions, Xi described the US-China relationship as one of the world’s most important partnerships and urged both countries to avoid damaging ties. He also warned that Taiwan remains the most sensitive issue between Washington and Beijing, cautioning that mishandling it could trigger serious confrontation and place the broader relationship at risk. While Chinese officials highlighted Taiwan concerns in their summary of the meeting, the American account focused more heavily on economic matters and the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

Trump later revealed that Xi pledged China would not provide military equipment to Iran. Speaking with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump said Xi made the commitment clearly and directly. At the same time, Trump acknowledged that China intends to continue purchasing significant amounts of Iranian oil because of its long-standing economic relationship with Tehran.

The war in the Middle East and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz became major themes throughout the summit. Trump said Xi expressed support for reopening the critical shipping route and offered to help mediate with Iran if needed. “President Xi would like to see a deal made,” Trump said. “He said, ‘If I can be of any help at all, I would like to be of help.’” Trump added that Xi opposed restrictions and tolls in the strategically important waterway, which handles a large share of global oil shipments. According to Trump, Xi even joked during their conversation about both sides previously blocking access through the strait.

Trump also said Xi agreed to move forward with an order for 200 Boeing aircraft, a deal the president said would support American jobs. “One thing he agreed to today is he is going to order 200 jets,” Trump said, adding that Boeing had initially expected a smaller agreement.

President Trump’s visit to China continues Friday with additional meetings, a diplomatic lunch, and cultural events before he returns to Washington.

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U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael “Mike” Banks has stepped down effective immediately, becoming the latest senior immigration official to leave the Department of Homeland Security during a period of major leadership turnover under DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin.

Banks confirmed his departure Thursday, ending a public service career that spanned nearly 37 years, including time in the U.S. Navy and multiple leadership roles within Border Patrol. In farewell remarks to staff, he said it was time to return to Texas and focus on his family and ranch. Reflecting on his tenure, Banks praised agents for transforming what he described as a “chaotic and unsecured” southern border into “the most secure border this country has ever seen.” He also noted that more work remained before achieving full operational control of the border.

Rodney Scott, commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, thanked Banks for his decades of service and credited him with helping guide the agency through one of the most difficult periods in modern border enforcement.

Banks was appointed Border Patrol chief in January 2025 by President Donald Trump after previously serving as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s border czar during Operation Lone Star. The Texas-led initiative was launched in response to record migration levels during President Joe Biden’s administration.

Before taking the national role, Banks worked in several Border Patrol positions, including leadership at the Weslaco, Texas station. He previously left the agency in 2022 after disagreeing with Biden-era immigration policies, including changes to migrant processing procedures. His appointment in 2025 was unusual because the Border Patrol chief position had traditionally been filled by career agency officials rather than political appointees.

During Banks’s leadership, Border Patrol expanded operations beyond the southern border, deploying agents to cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Minneapolis as part of broader immigration enforcement efforts. Some of those operations, particularly those overseen by former commander Gregory Bovino, drew criticism over aggressive tactics and widespread street-level enforcement.

Banks’s exit follows several other high-profile departures within DHS. Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was removed earlier this year after controversies tied to government advertising campaigns and backlash surrounding fatal federal shootings in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, acting ICE Director Todd Lyons is also preparing to leave his post at the end of May. The department has said longtime immigration official David Venturella will replace Lyons on an interim basis.

Throughout Banks’s tenure, DHS repeatedly pointed to declining illegal border crossings as evidence that enforcement policies were working. However, some federal data and local reports indicated migrant encounters continued in certain areas, including thousands of attempted crossings recorded earlier this year.

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