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Trump Urges Late Sen. Graham’s Sister to Run for South Carolina Senate Seat
Darline Nordone Graham was sworn in as Lindsey Graham’s replacement on July 14.
State Department Considering $100,000 Bond for Green Card Applicants
The Trump administration had sought to implement a six-figure fee for H-1B visa applications, but a federal judge blocked the move.
Sen. Fetterman Says He’ll Leave Democratic Party If It ‘Officially’ Becomes Anti-Israel
The Pennsylvania Democrat said a House vote to end Israel aid was ‘a symbolic thing’ but that a change to the party’s platform would push him out.
Trump Says US Will Hold Canada Responsible for Wildfire Smoke Pollution
The U.S. president said the cost of smoke pollution from Canadian wildfires must be added to current tariffs on Canada.
California’s Newport Beach to Partner With TikTok to Help Prevent Takeovers
The social media platform offered to deactivate problem accounts and has already done so in some cases, the mayor said.
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DHS Issues Funding Warning to States That Don’t Purge Voter Rolls
Around 250,000 noncitizens were found in New Jersey, California, Nevada, and Pennsylvania, Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
Lengths of Student Visas Capped Under New DHS Rule
The current system gives many students no fixed departure date. The new rule says that after four years, a student must apply for an extension.
14-Year-Old Girl in California Becomes Top-Ranked Middle School Sprinter in US
Janet Criss ‘combines speed, power, and discipline far beyond her age,’ according to her website.
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Gunfire at Phoenix ICE Facility Follows Recent ICE-Related Shootings
Federal agents are seeking tips after gunfire occurred at the facility.
Former US Ambassador Remains Under South Korea Exit Ban Over DC Remarks
The former U.S. ambassador-at-large for global criminal justice is barred from leaving South Korea.
7.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Coast of Guatemala
The powerful earthquake struck off the coast of southern Mexico near Guatemala at about 8 a.m. on Friday, according to the USGS.
Supreme Court’s Election Law Rulings May Help Republicans, Experts Say
An important campaign finance decision came after a landmark race and redistricting ruling.
Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air-Quality Warnings Across Northern US
From Minneapolis to New York, people are urged to stay inside amid hazardous conditions.
US Designates 2 More Mexican Cartels as Terrorist Organizations
The State Department designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as foreign terrorist organizations and specially designated global terrorists.
US Offers Grants to European Organizations That Share Same Concerns as Trump Admin
Funds totaling $5 million are on offer to civil society groups in Europe campaigning around issues such as free speech, censorship, and mass immigration.
US Imposes 25 Percent Tariff on Some Brazilian Imports Over Negotiation Impasse
Brazil said there was ‘no justification’ for the measures, vowing a challenge through the World Trade Organization.
US Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Global Network Supporting Iran’s Weapons Procurement
The move comes in the wake of Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Touts New $10 Billion Investments for Defense Industry in Pennsylvania
The president and Sen. Dave McCormick joined in highlighting new investments during the first-ever Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit.
Trump Overturned DHS Pause of ICE Traffic Stops, White House Official Says
The president wrote on social media that he wants ICE to continue arresting people during traffic stops.
Blanche Says DOJ Making America Safer and Restoring Trust at Confirmation Hearing
The former attorney for Trump faces a two-day confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill.
US Launches New Round of Strikes Targeting Iran’s Ability to Threaten Hormuz Shipping
The latest attacks mark the fifth consecutive day of U.S. strikes targeting Iran’s ability to project force into the Gulf and attack oil tankers.
