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Seniors Group Says New Social Security Report Should Be ‘Wake-Up Call’ for Congress
Multiple senators, meanwhile, say that Congress should act after a trustees report found the program would deplete earlier than forecast.
US Funded More Than 40 Biolabs in Ukraine, Declassified Documents Show
The labs ‘could be at risk of compromise due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war,’ the outgoing director of national intelligence said.
Judge Leaves in Place Order to Remove Trump’s Name From Kennedy Center
The judge ruled last month that only Congress may change the name of the iconic performing arts facility.
US-Based Center for Quitting CCP Hit by 300 Million Cyberattacks in 45 Minutes by Chinese Regime: Tech Lead
The Chinese regime targets the center and a related platform that provides the Chinese public with free access to overseas news and human rights websites.
69 Arrested in ‘Operation Hands Down’ Targeting Central California Gangs
Among those arrested was Stefan Coronado, who was identified as a secretary for the Mexican Mafia.
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US Supreme Court Declines Alabama Request to Use Nitrogen Gas Execution Method
The high court on Thursday evening voted to decline the state’s petition and did not provide an explanation for its decision. Three justices dissented.
Trump Admin to Launch New Student Loan Repayment Plans on July 1
The decision comes as America’s student loan portfolio is now almost $1.7 trillion, with a quarter of borrowers defaulting.
Trump Mulls Farmer Aid as Fertilizer and Fuel Costs Bite
Farm groups and lawmakers have warned for months that soaring input costs are squeezing producers.
Trump Appeals Ruling Removing His Name From Kennedy Center
The Trump administration filed an appeal challenging a judge’s order that the president’s name must be removed from the Kennedy Center.
DOJ Charges 3 in Alleged Plot to Smuggle Unaccompanied Minors Into US
The acting attorney general said authorities have identified 15,500 ‘super sponsors’ suspected of trafficking children in the country.
US CENTCOM Says It Disabled 3rd Tanker to Enforce Iran Blockade
Central Command added that it has disabled nine vessels and redirected 135 ships that complied with the military’s directives.
Defendant in Deadly LA Wildfires Wanted ‘Revenge Against Society,’ Prosecutor Says
In opening statements, attorneys sparred over the cause of the catastrophic Palisades Fire and the defendant’s alleged motive.
10,000 Arrested in Monthslong Memphis Anti-Crime Operation, US Marshals Say
The task force was signed into law by President Donald Trump last September due to high violent crime rates in Memphis.
Trump Signs $70 Billion Bill to Fund ICE, Border Patrol for 3 Years
Trump’s signature brings to a close a 116-day dispute over immigration funding.
Iranian World Cup Players Can Enter US the Day Before Matches: DHS
The World Cup begins on June 11 and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino told an audience in Los Angeles the tournament would be akin to staging ‘104 Super Bowls.’
13 Million US Homeowners Face Potential Capital Gains Taxes: Report
Homeowners fearing large tax liabilities are choosing to ‘wait it out,’ slowing efforts to ease the housing shortage, real estate professionals say.
Graham Platner Wins Maine Senate Democratic Nomination, Locking in Face-Off With Collins
Democrats are looking to flip the seat held by Sen. Collins
