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House Speaker Says Republicans Will Defy History in Midterms
Speaker Mike Johnson said in a recent interview that he believes the GOP will grow its majority in the House, citing the rise of democratic socialism.
US Import Prices Unexpectedly Fell in July
Meanwhile, the cost of Chinese goods rose at the fastest pace in nearly 20 years.
US Strategic Petroleum Reserve at Lowest Level Since 1982
The Trump administration allowed the withdrawal of 172 million barrels from the reserve in March due to the Iran war.
Global Lawmakers Criticize Uganda for Demanding Chinese Passports From Taiwanese Travelers
The lawmakers have called Uganda’s action a ‘clear act of coerced discrimination.’
Minnesota Gov. Walz Blocks Boundary Waters Mining That Congress Voted to Allow
Rep. Pete Stauber, who led the repeal of a Biden-era mining ban there this year, called the order a job-killing attack on the northern part of the state.
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz to Remain Shut Until US Meets Deal Conditions
A top Iranian official made the comments on Tuesday as a U.S. blockade of Iran continues.
DOJ Seeks Reinstatement of Criminal Charges Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The department accused a district court of interfering with the executive branch’s authority and duty to protect the public from potential threat.
DOJ Reviews William & Mary Scholarships Over Possible Race Discrimination
The Justice Department said scholarships at the Virginia university appear to favor people of color.
Florida, Alaska, Wyoming Hold Primaries: What to Watch
In Alaska, two candidates of the same name are running for the U.S. Senate seat, while in Florida there are multiple competitive races.
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House Ethics Committee Investigating Rep. Jimmy Gomez Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct
The congressman apologized to his wife, friends, and constituents.
Judge Orders Release of Kentucky Woman in World War II Memorial Vandalism Case
Federal prosecutors called Melissa Farris a flight risk and are seeking to reverse the decision ahead of a September hearing.
Fungi Fever: Hunting Mushrooms in the Grand Canyon State
When it rains, it spores in Arizona’s high country.
Petition Drive Seeks to Corral Runaway Data Center Development in Cheyenne
An ad hoc assembly of local residents joined the ranks of opponents nationwide.
Vaccination Rates Largely Unchanged Among Kindergartners: CDC
Coverage of key vaccines stayed the same, or dipped slightly, among kindergartners.
Lake Powell Hits Lowest Level on Record Amid Decades-Long Western Drought
The megadrought has been accompanied by persistent overuse of the Colorado River water, exacerbated by population pressures.
Trump Says American Missionary Pilot Kidnapped in Niger Ready to Return to US
Trump said Kevin Rideout is the 110th American captive freed since the start of his second administration.
Kushner Meets Egypt’s President El-Sisi as US Pushes to Advance Gaza Peace Plan
Trump’s Board of Peace envoy for Gaza and Kushner are scheduled to meet Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Aug. 17.
Massachusetts Mayor Charged With Using COVID Loan for Election Campaign, Debt Payments
DePeña has served as mayor since 2021. He was reelected in November 2025 and previously served on the Lawrence City Council.
DOJ Responds to Washington Council’s Request to Remove National Guard Troops From DC
The department accused the council of sending ‘politically-motivated’ letters to various governors.
Wyoming Republicans Jockey for Nomination in Gubernatorial Primary on Tuesday
The winner of the Republican primary on Aug. 18 will advance to the general election this fall.
District Judge Orders Loosening of Idaho Abortion Ban
‘A pregnant woman’s health is not a state resource to be allocated at the legislature’s whim,’ the judge ruled.
Trump Highlights Record Drop in Violent Crime in Visit to NY Police Academy
The president also supported New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman at the rally with police officers at Nassau.
US Expands Primary Care to Nearly 1 Million More Americans
The funding will help communities tackle “chronic disease at its roots,” Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said.
