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Trump Says Contractor Error Contributing to Reflecting Pool Damage Was Inconsequential
Trump reiterated allegations of vandalism at the reflecting pool, citing testimony from ‘a highly credible witness.’
US Ramping Up Military Commitment to Asia, Pentagon Says
Washington is strengthening its Asia posture around a ‘denial defense’ strategy while urging regional allies to shoulder more of the burden.
FBI Working with DHS, ODNI on Election Integrity: FBI Director
Trump said that in 2019, China had a strategy focusing on ‘undermining domestic confidence in the US president.’
Commercial Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings Decrease Annually
Despite the overall decline in Chapter 11 filings, subchapter V bankruptcy elections within Chapter 11, rose 24 percent in July from a year earlier.
Alleged International Crime Boss Daniel Kinahan Extradited to Ireland
The court decided that Kinahan would be remanded in custody and would have to appear again, either in person or via video link, on Oct. 5
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Trump Says US ‘Only Semi-Negotiating’ With Iran
The U.S. president said that Iran’s economy is in poor shape and the regime has no funds to pay its soldiers.
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.
Hybrid and SUV Interest Reaches New Highs
Reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability are some of the top factors considered by people when buying electrified vehicles.
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Maryland Republicans Sue to Keep Redistricting Question Off November Ballot
The state’s Freedom Caucus and Senate GOP leaders say lawmakers ignored ballot deadlines they had passed unanimously three months earlier.
Trump Says Voters ‘Angry at Republicans,’ Not Him, Ahead of Midterms
The president was commenting on the GOP’s prospects ahead of the November elections, noting that the incumbent president tends to lose seats in the midterms.
Former NBA Players Test WNBA Policies by Declaring for Women’s 2027 Draft
The two men say they seek equal treatment after some players advocated for trans participation in the women’s basketball league.
UN Sounds Alarm as Iran Steps up Executions to Silence Dissent
The increase in executions has unfolded since the United States and Israel launched a bombing campaign against Iran in late February.
Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General
The late-night vote caps weeks of uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the nation’s 88th attorney general.
Supreme Court Justice Alito Says He’s Sticking Around for Another Term
His comment comes after NPR retracted a June report that incorrectly stated that the 76-year-old justice was retiring.
Federal Judge Rules DHS Can Terminate Deportation Protections for South Sudan
The decision came after a Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Trump administration in June.
Sen. Cassidy Says He'll Support Blanche for AG, Clearing Path for Confirmation
Two Republicans will vote no on his confirmation: Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins.
US Ceases Avocado Inspections in Mexican State of Michoacán Over Threat to American Interests
The pause in USDA checks for Mexico’s top avocado-producing state risks stopping shipments of the fruit amid security concerns over cartel activity.
SF Giants Announcer Mike Krukow to Retire at End of Season
The broadcaster thanked fans for supporting him during his nearly four-decade career.
RFK Jr. Announces Proposal to Reduce Rules for Head Start Preschool Program
‘We are removing unnecessary bureaucracy,’ the health secretary said.
Iran, Oman Near Deal on New Hormuz Shipping Route
The proposed arrangement would shift a significant portion of commercial traffic into Iranian waters, according to officials in Tehran.
Trump Administration to Require $250,000 Visa Bonds for Some Immigrants
The pilot program will begin with certain applicants from the Dominican Republic who had been previously denied on public charge grounds.
