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Trump Looking to Halt New York City’s Pied-à-Terre Tax
He said the tax ‘will destroy’ the city and state.
Appeals Court Allows DHS’s Fast-Tracked Deportations of Immigrant Parolees
The judges unanimously said advocacy groups that sued over the policies did not have legal standing to do so.
Trump’s Reported Plane Switch Echoes Long History of Presidential Travel Deception
The recent visit to Turkey highlighted a routine level of secrecy involving the president’s travel arrangements, said a former intelligence officer.
Toyota Recalls 500,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Displays That Could Disable Critical Safety Information
The recall affects certain 2025–2026 Camry hybrid vehicles.
Illegal Immigrant Pleads Guilty to Purchasing 91 Firearms
After he was deported in 2024, authorities said Samuel Rodrigo Melo Santos re-entered through Arizona to buy weapons and ammunition.
Giant Texas Sterile Fly Facility for Combating Flesh-Eating Screwworm to Open Spring 2027
Authorities said there has been 45 cases of New World screwworm fly in domestic animals to date.
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Judge Orders Pause of Mamdani’s Pied-à-Terre Tax
Mamdani said that the measure is expected to generate $500 million per year for the largest U.S. city.
Florida’s Ban on Children Attending Drag Shows: What to Know
Opponents want a Supreme Court review, while supporters say there is more than enough precedent on what is considered obscene for a child.
Appeals Court Nixes Meta, TikTok Bid to Halt Youth Addiction Lawsuits
Judges say companies have to wait until final judgment to challenge a lower court’s rejection of their Section 230 defenses.
Trump Says Fate of Anti-Weaponization Fund Rests in Blanche’s Hands
Blanche’s nomination was confirmed in a 50–49 vote on Aug. 8, with Sens. Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voting in opposition.
China Targets US Pecan Imports With 54 Percent Anti-Dumping Tariff
Mexican suppliers will also have to pay ‘security deposits’ to Chinese customs.
US Government Revokes More Than 175,000 Visas
The department said the reasons for the visa revocations include crimes, fraud, sexual abuse, calling for violence against Americans, and more.
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.
NORAD Jets Intercept 2 Planes Over Restricted Airspace Near Trump’s Golf Club
Both aircraft were escorted out, the command said, during a weekend of VIP flight restrictions over Bedminster.
Senate Moves Major Crypto Regulation Bill Toward Vote
The CLARITY Act would establish a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
USPS Posts $2.5 Billion Quarterly Loss Despite Revenue Growth
USPS continues to face a ‘severe liquidity crisis,’ said the postmaster general.
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.
Week in Photos: Volcano Eruption, Earthquakes, and Extreme Summer Heat
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Judge Temporarily Pauses Trump Trust Financial Disclosures to BBC
Lawyers for the U.S. president argued the British broadcaster’s demands were “shockingly broad.”
