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Trump Uses Defense Production Act to Restrict Export of Critical Mineral Scrap
The president said critical minerals and materials are necessary for U.S. national defense and security.
Feds Issue Warning About Hackers Targeting Water Systems
Major water systems were alerted of an increased risk to exposed technology after Minnesota’s water systems were attacked.
Senate Again Rejects War Powers Resolution to Stop Iran War
The vote on July 30 was the 13th time the Senate has voted on a resolution calling for President Donald Trump to end U.S. military actions against Iran.
Senators Press Apple to Rule Out Using Memory From Chinese Military Companies
Seven lawmakers gave Apple until Aug. 21 to disclose any testing involving the two companies and answer whether it will exclude their chips worldwide.
Mercedes-Benz Recalls 310,667 Vehicles Over Rollaway Risk From Door Switch Failure
The company was aware of 176 field cases in the United States, but no rollaway incidents.
Trump Launches ‘Freedom Haulers’ Plan to Replace Unvetted Truckers With Veterans
Military veterans can expedite approval for licensing programs, while current service members can prepare for careers in professional driving.
Department of Education Probing Alleged Plan to Use Transgender Dolls as Learning, Therapy Tools in Minnesota Schools
A complaint submitted by a parents’ group did not say if or when the schools will make ‘MyGenderDolls’ products available to students.
Supporters Protest Wording Change to Initiative That Would Reopen Upper Great Highway
Supporters of the proposition said the revised summary is unfair and misleading.
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Chinese National Sentenced to 27 Months in Prison for Scamming Elderly Man
The defendant came to the United States on a tourist visa and will be deported to China after his prison term.
SpaceX Carries Spy Satellite into Orbit
The Space Force’s National Security Space Launch program contracts companies such as SpaceX to provide affordable and frequent access to space.
Judge Rules Wisconsin Primary Voters Cannot Void Early Ballots
Dane County Circuit Judge David Conway said guidance issued by Wisconsin’s elections commission was consistent with the law.
Record $1 Billion in Import Duty Evasion Uncovered: CBP
In 2026, CBP issued 14 notices under EAPA involving a wide range of products imported from various nations.
USDA to Fund $25 Million Sterile Fly Facility in Arizona as Cattle Imports From Mexico Resume
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the Douglas dispersal site.
Vote on Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Delayed Amid GOP Opposition
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) told reporters he was not ready to support the president’s nominee for attorney general.
Texas Woman Pleads Guilty to Smuggling Children Across Border
Some children were given cannabis-laced candy to sedate them.
DOJ and Trump Ask Supreme Court to Review $83.3 Million Carroll Verdict
In the new petition, the Justice Department argues Trump’s 2019 White House statements denying the allegations were official acts protected by federal law.
US Intercepts Iranian Missile Attack, Hits Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq With Saudi Support
U.S. Central Command said that it coordinated with Saudi Arabian Armed Forces and launched strikes against Iran-aligned terrorists in Iraq.
Concerns Mount Over Noncitizens Registered to Vote Across US
Debate over the problem being ‘widespread’ or ‘rare’ persisted for years before Trump—and a New Jersey governor—released data recently.
Lawmakers, Local Governments Warned Against Adopting Blanket Data Center Bans, Moratoriums
According to a March 2026 Pew Research poll, seven of 10 respondents nationwide do not want a data center in their community.
Fed Kicks Off 2-Day Meeting to Debate Next Rate Decision
Behind closed doors, the Federal Open Market Committee will engage in what the new chairman calls a ‘family fight.’
Temporary Protected Status Ending for Syrians, Haitians
The termination of TPS for Syria and Haiti comes after a Supreme Court ruling on the issue last month.
