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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.
Democratic Rep. Ed Case Beats Progressive Rival in Hawaii’s 1st District
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Ed Case successfully fended off four challengers in the Democratic primary.
National Academy of Sciences Removes Climate Chapter That Critics Allege Could Bias Judges
‘Federal judges rely on this manual to decide cases,’ the CEO of the American Energy Institute said.
Florida Confirms 2nd Death in 2026 From Flesh-Eating Bacteria Found Near Beaches
Officials in Louisiana also warned of the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria last week.
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.
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ICE to Complete Rollout of Body-Worn Cameras This Month
Acting director said the process is ahead of schedule.
$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 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.
Don Lemon Seeks Dismissal of Federal Charges Over Minnesota Church Protest
His attorneys argue the indictment should be thrown out due to alleged vindictive prosecution.
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.
Judge Rules Trump Admin Can End Temporary Protected Status for Haitians
The federal court order states that temporary protected status (TPS) for those nationals has expired.