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Senate to Take Up College Sports Bill After August Recess
The act would prohibit colleges, athletic conferences, and organizations from preventing athletes from entering into name, image, and likeness agreements.
Dispute Over Transgender Members Rattles Daughters of the American Revolution
One of the largest and oldest patriotic groups is in turmoil over males being admitted as ‘daughters’—and GOP lawmakers are intervening.
Senate Moves Major Crypto Regulation Bill Toward Vote
The CLARITY Act would establish a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
Taiwan’s Han Kuang Drills Focus on China’s Gray-Zone Tactics, Blockade Threat
This year’s exercise is different in unprecedented ways such as the military’s use of drone swarms, said one expert.
Former Pentagon Official Says US, Allied Modeling Supports Taiwan’s Defense Strategy
Jed Royal said Taiwan’s ’strategy of erosion' can work but requires stronger defenses, dispersed stockpiles, and repeated civilian-military exercises.
USPS Posts $2.5 Billion Quarterly Loss Despite Revenue Growth
USPS continues to face a ‘severe liquidity crisis,’ said the postmaster general.
$100 Million Initiative Launched to Build America’s Critical Minerals Workforce
Enrollment in mining education programs has declined by roughly 45 percent since 2015.
Lake Mead Hits Lowest Level on Record Amid Decade-Long Western Drought
The Colorado River reservoir supplies water and power to millions of Southwestern residents.
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Former President Biden’s Cancer Has Spread and Is ‘Very Painful,’ Son Hunter Says
In a BBC interview, Hunter Biden discussed his father’s cancer and decision to grant him a presidential pardon covering multiple criminal cases.
Roger Craig Reveals Vascular Dementia Diagnosis During NFL Hall of Fame Speech
Craig was the first player in NFL history to achieve 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in a single season.
Beijing Sanctions 2 US Labs That Can Prove Where Cotton Grew
U.S. importers must prove their goods are free of Xinjiang forced labor, and the two sanctioned firms sell forensic testing that makes that proof possible.
Judge Denies Southern Poverty Law Center’s Bid to Dismiss DOJ Indictment
The judge said the nonprofit failed to provide evidence that prosecutors were motivated by animus when bringing the charges.
Senate Republicans Delay ‘Reconciliation 3.0’ Until After August Recess
Sen. Ron Johnson said he and other lawmakers spoke to President Donald Trump about postponing the vote and he agreed.
Trump Restarts Effort to Fire Fed’s Lisa Cook
The president had earlier attempted to fire Cook but was blocked by the Supreme Court.
Trump Says Gas Prices Could Rise If US Strikes Iran Again
The president said prices are otherwise poised to fall sharply as Tehran seeks a deal to avert further attacks.
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Bill Authorizing Use of Tariffs to Address Trade Deficits
The bill would allow the U.S. Trade Representative to negotiate trade agreements with countries identified as ‘trade deficit economies.’
Suspect in Spokane Wildfire Confesses He Planned Arson for Weeks
The suspect originally denied setting the fire, according to an arrest affidavit, and remains jailed on $1 million bond.
Sen. McConnell Discharged From Rehab Facility
The 84-year-old Republican lawmaker has been absent from the Senate since June.
Moderna’s mRNA Flu Vaccine Approved by FDA
The agency requires more data to prove efficacy for over 65s, but has licensed the first mRNA-based flu shot in the United States for those aged 50–64.
US Immigration Agency Asks Public to Report Fraud, Anti-Government Activities
Tips that can be reported include ‘expressing hatred for American values,’ election fraud, and supporting terrorist ideologies.
Feds to Decertify Kentucky Organ Transplant Group
The decision follows an investigation officials said uncovered multiple safety concerns that persisted after repeated warnings and corrective action plans.
Vance: Federal Government Has Identified $230 Billion in Fraud Since March
The vice president urged Congress to codify the Trump administration’s anti-fraud measures to prevent future administrations from reversing them.
