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Petition Drive Seeks to Corral Runaway Data Center Development in Cheyenne
An ad hoc assembly of local residents joined the ranks of opponents nationwide.
Inside the DSA’s Dilemma: Grow the Democratic Party or Become It
The Democratic Socialists must decide if they want to gain ground one primary at a time, or become a kingmaker with an endorsement for president in 2028.
Trump Admin Pauses Border Project in Texas Big Bend National Park
CBP Chief Rodney Scott is planning an on-site review after bipartisan pushback over a border wall through the remote Texas park.
CSL Reports US$2.6 Billion Net Loss Amid Restructuring and Lower US Flu Vaccination Rates
The company reported revenue of US$15.8 billion for 2025-26; however, one-off restructuring costs and impairments resulted in a net loss of US$2.6 billion.
Georgia Man Deported From Fiji Charged Over $165 Million Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Edward Zimbardi is accused of running ‘The Crypto Program,’ promising 25 percent monthly returns until the operation collapsed and he fled overseas.
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Vaccination Rates Largely Unchanged Among Kindergartners: CDC
Coverage of key vaccines stayed the same, or dipped slightly, among kindergartners.
DOJ Reviews William & Mary Scholarships Over Possible Race Discrimination
The Justice Department said scholarships at the Virginia university appear to favor people of color.
Paramount Asks Judge to Order States to Post $1.9 Billion Bond for Trial Delay
California called the bond request blackmail.
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Ninth Circuit Nixes Sigal Chattah’s Appointment as Top Federal Prosecutor in Nevada
The ruling upheld a judge’s decision last year that declared her appointment invalid.
US ‘Ill-Equipped’ to Stop Drone Swarm Attacks, Top Military Official Says
Army Lt. Gen. Joseph Jarrard warned that US bases do not have the sensors needed to detect swarms of small attack drones.
Philadelphia Rallygoers Urge US Senate to Pass Bill Targeting Forced Organ Harvesting in China
The bill would penalize foreigners who traffic organs and would prevent U.S. medical institutions from aiding abusive practices, such as by training surgeons.
House Democratic Leader Says He Does Not Support Medicare for All
Rep. Ro Khanna cited a recent Yale study that found Medicare for All could save $1 trillion in healthcare costs.
Maryland Court Strikes Down Nation’s First State Tax on Digital Advertising
The ruling comes after a federal appeals court struck down part of the law in 2025.
Democrats Put Their ‘Big Tent’ Claim to the Test at DNC’s Summer Meeting
Ken Martin asked members in Austin to stop applying litmus tests, and the House Democrats who followed him demonstrated how much room there is inside the party.
US Mortgage Rates Fall for First Time in 6 Weeks
The decline in rates followed data showing a weakening in economic inflation.
US Tells EU ‘Now It’s Time to Deliver’ on Trade Commitments
Washington stated that it may take further action unless Brussels addresses what it calls unreasonable burdens on U.S. commerce.
US Restarts Mexican Avocado Checks as Security Measures Increase
The United States has resumed inspections after Mexico pledged patrols and escorts to protect USDA personnel from cartel violence and extortion in Michoacan.
Ninth Circuit Rules Trump Admin May Direct DOJ to Investigate ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ Providers
A divided panel reinstates a DOJ subpoena seeking records from telehealth provider QueerDoc.
DNC Turns to the South as the Region’s Share of the Country Keeps Growing
The party is sending staff, money, and data help to Southern state parties, partly because of the Supreme Court’s redistricting ruling in April.
Trump Admin Asks Supreme Court to Let It Keep Building White House Ballroom
Lower courts ordered the construction work stopped, saying the project needed congressional approval.
No Illegal Immigrants Released at Southern Border in 15 Months: CBP
There have been 103,028 encounters of illegal immigrants at the southwest land border so far this fiscal year.
Trump to Impose Tariffs on Imported Drones, Drone Components
The added cost is aimed at helping boost the domestic drone industry and control national security risks.
