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Senate Democrats Block Defense Spending Bill From Advancing
Democrats said the resumption of the war in Iran was a factor behind their opposition to the motion.
From Bailouts to Balance Sheets—Key Takeaways From Warsh’s 1st Congressional Hearing
‘We need a regime change in policy,’ Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh tells House officials.
Jack Smith’s Team Read Text Messages From 44 Lawmakers, Senate Panel Says
The Senate Judiciary Committee accused the former special counsel of violating ‘protocols and potentially infringing on constitutional guardrails.’
70 Percent of Major US Metros Are Buyer’s Markets in June: Redfin
Sellers outnumbered buyers nearly two to one in Miami, Nashville, and large portions of Texas.
Florida Launches Probe of Food Additive Possibly Linked to Kidney Disease, Cancer
The state’s attorney general plans to investigate the safety of potassium bromate.
BMW Recalls Nearly 30,000 Vehicles for Fire Risk, Issues ‘Park Outside’ Alert
The issue is caused by a potentially faulty engine starter relay that could corrode, overheat, and short-circuit, a report shows.
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Senate GOP Looks to Navigate Gap Left by Lindsey Graham’s Passing
The longtime South Carolina senator was known as a hawkish dealmaker close to President Donald Trump. His passing matters to the GOP-led upper chamber.
Education Department Launches K-12 Initiative to Protect Students From Sexual Predators
Educational institutions that do not comply with legal mandates protecting students from sexual misconduct stand to lose federal funding.
California Offers $3,500 EV Rebates to First-Time Buyers
The rebate would be valid for first-time purchasers of new EVs up to $50,000 and one for $1,750 would be available for purchases of used EVs up to $25,000.
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US Marshals Say More Than 100 Sex Offenders Arrested in Florida Operation
‘Operation Silver Spur’ was carried out in Florida’s Osceola County throughout June, the agency said.
Increasing Number of US Families Took on Debt, Tapped Savings to Meet Food Needs: Report
Over the past five years, food costs have risen by roughly 32 percent.
Oil Prices Jump to 4-Week High as US-Iran Hostilities Intensify
Tensions have ratcheted up after Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. forces hit Iranian targets that threatened freedom of navigation.
Trump’s Election Integrity Efforts Meet Resistance in Courts
The administration has been hit with multiple lawsuits challenging moves such as proof-of-citizenship requirements and a national voter list.
Day in Photos: Wildfire in France, Anti-Ballistic Missile Meeting, and Grand Prix Car Race
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Graham’s Death Adds Complications to Senate GOP Agenda
One of the agenda items affected by Graham’s death and Sen. Mitch McConnell’s absence is the Senate’s bid to pass the National Defense Authorization Act.
Trump Backs Lindsey Graham’s Sister to Serve Rest of His Senate Term
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is scheduled to host a press conference at 4 p.m. ET to name his appointment to Graham’s seat.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Declares Emergency, Calls Up National Guard to Battle Wildfires
The Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota has reported 16 wildfires burning, including four within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Lindsey Graham’s Death Prompts Last-Minute Senate Primary in South Carolina
Candidates will be allowed to file paperwork to run for the U.S. Senate seat between July 21 and July 28 for the six-year term that begins in January 2027.
Day in Photos: Devastating Spain Wildfire, Miners’ Gala March, and Float Festival in France
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Pennsylvania Man Charged With Threatening a Member of Congress in YouTube Comments
Federal prosecutors accused the man of posting threatening comments while at times identifying as a Nazi and white supremacist.
US Treasury Sanctions Financier Linked to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Shadow Currency Networks
The sanctions come days after Iran attacked commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
