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California Billionaire Tax Qualifies for November Ballot
The measure, opposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, is a proposed one-time tax of up to 5 percent on individuals with a net worth of more than $1 billion.
America in Photos: Los Angeles Fire, Beagles Research Facility Closing, and Medal of Honor Ceremony
Notable moments from the past week in America.
US Energy Secretary Forecasts Oil, Gas Prices to Drop as Strait Traffic ‘Back to Normal’
‘Flows of oil and natural gas through the straits have already returned to normal,’ U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says.
Chinese AI Coding Models Pose Hidden Risk to US Software Supply Chain, Report Says
Booz Allen says several tested Chinese models generated more vulnerable code under U.S. government prompts and refused tasks involving Beijing-censored topics.
‘The Patriot’: Fathering Over Soldiering
This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ celebrates love as the heart of loyalty, whether to the family or the nation.
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13th Consecutive Month of Zero Releases at Southern Border: CBP
Border Patrol encountered 405,171 illegal immigrants at the border in fiscal year 2025 to date, compared with nearly 1.69 million in the same period 2024.
Internships Give College Grads Advantage in Job Offers, Study Finds
About 55 percent of 2026 graduates who participated in a paid internship received at least one job offer, compared with 44 percent overall.
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Cicero’s America: Classical Learning and the American Republic
An education in Latin and Greek led the Founders to read ancient works that promoted liberty and virtue—the groundwork for the great American republic.
Nearly 5,800 Pounds of Frozen Meatloaf Recalled in 3 States
Consuming the items can result in allergic reactions including vomiting, stomach cramps, wheezing, and difficulty in breathing.
Trump Says Park Police Arrested Multiple People for Vandalizing Newly Renovated DC Reflecting Pool
The freshly installed blue liner in the pool has begun to peel, and National Park Service workers have been dealing with a recent algae bloom at the monument.
Kennedy Center Considering Partial Closure, Other Options After Court Order
The Kennedy Center said its management plans to present the board with options for a vote in mid-July.
Over 11,000 Bottles of Blood Pressure Medication Recalled Nationwide: FDA Notice
The notice said chlorthalidone tablets are under recall because of ‘failed dissolution specifications.’
Italy Cancels US Visit Over Trump’s Reported Comments on Meloni
Antonio Tajani said that Trump’s remarks about Italy’s prime minister had insulted all of Italy.
Judge Allows Challenges to Trump’s Mail-In Voting Executive Order to Move Forward
The decision by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani creates the possibility that the order could be blocked before the midterm elections.
Luigi Mangione’s Lawyers Withdraw Psychiatric Defense in State Murder Trial
The defense previously told the judge they planned to pursue an extreme emotional disturbance defense in the murder trial.
11 Illegal Immigrants Among 15 Suspects Held in Alleged $1.4 Million Benefit Fraud Scheme in Massachusetts
The fraudsters allegedly obtained food stamps and health and disability benefits, many via identity theft, said the Justice Department.
Jamaica in Talks to Temporarily Hold Third-Country Deportees From US
A DHS statement said the Trump administration is ‘utilizing all lawful options’ to carry out deportations.
DHS Says Alleged Ringleader of UFC Terror Plot Is a Mexican Illegal Immigrant
Homeland Security officials say alleged ringleader Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez entered the United States under the DACA program in 2014.
Hegseth Orders Review of US Force Posture in Europe, Warns NATO Laggards of Consequences
The Pentagon chief said the future of America’s NATO dues will depend on allies meeting defense spending targets under a ‘NATO 3.0’ reboot.
Knicks Accept White House Invitation After Championship Win, Owner Says
James Dolan said he is proud the team will visit the White House. Previous NBA champions have declined to visit Trump.
