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ICE Dismantles SIM Farms in Nationwide Operation
Authorities plan on assessing SIM data to trace illicit proceeds linked to criminal groups from China.
RFK Jr. Says HHS Found Fauci Diaries Across 11 Different Servers
The documents showed Dr. Anthony Fauci’s private musings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Signs of Strain Could Be Emerging in the AI Spending Boom
Health of the AI spending boom could also influence the U.S. credit outlook.
EPA Says Some Data Center Power Generators Not Subject to Program Under Clean Air Act
The EPA issued a clarification stating that certain off-grid electricity generators are not subject to the federal Acid Rain Program.
Wall Street Boom Fuels Record Profits at Big Banks
Much of the growth came from businesses outside their traditional consumer lending operations.
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Temporary Protected Status Ending for Syrians, Haitians
The termination of TPS for Syria and Haiti comes after a Supreme Court ruling on the issue last month.
DOJ Sues Colorado for Offering In-State Tuition, Aid to Illegal Immigrants
The DOJ stated that the lawsuit against Colorado was the 14th case it has filed challenging in-state tuition policies for illegal immigrants.
Federal Court Rules for Woman Fired for Refusing COVID-19 Vaccine
Mimi Weiss worked for Kaiser Permanente for 20 years before being terminated.
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Major Interstate Shut Down as Oregon Wildfires Continue to Spread
International support has been called in to help suppress the dozens of fires breaking out across the Pacific Northwest.
Small Illinois Town Battles State-Backed Chinese Battery Project
Residents sued, raised money, and won local offices as Illinois paid the China-linked battery company $165 million.
Focus on Iran as Trump to Meet With Israel’s Netanyahu
The meeting comes after the U.S. president criticized the Israeli prime minister during a phone call in June.
Judge Rules FDA Failed to Justify 2023 Restrictions on Abortion Pill Mifepristone
The Virginia judge ordered the agency to rejustify certification and paperwork rules over abortion pills.
A Texas Family Donated Land for a Park. It Was Then Sold for $10 Million to Build a Data Center.
City residents have sued the data center owner, seeking a temporary injunction to enforce the deed restriction for a park.
Democrats, Republicans Mark 100 Days to Midterms With Different Messages
With hotly-contested House, Senate, and gubernatorial seats up for grabs, the two parties released agenda announcements 100 days out.
Beagles Rescued From Research-Lab Pipeline Get 2nd Chance in Loving Homes
Organizers of the operation that freed nearly 2,200 beagles credit the Trump administration for critical help and for new efforts targeting animal cruelty.
Trump Says Netanyahu Will Visit US Next Week
The Israeli leader is expected to meet with the U.S. president at the White House on July 28.
Fifth Circuit Blocks Key Part of Texas Social Media Law Aimed at Protecting Minors
Judges ruled 2–1 that federal law supersedes state law’s monitoring and filtering requirement, but the age-verification provision is constitutional.
Trump Says US Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ for Massive Attack on Iran
President Donald Trump said negotiations remain ongoing with Iran and he is not in a hurry.
Homebuyer Demand Remains Strong in High-Risk Areas: Report
Homeowners in high-risk locations pay a premium to protect their properties against possible damage from natural disasters.
Zelenskyy Recalls Turning Point in Relations With Trump After Tense Oval Office Meeting
Trump said on July 8 that the United States would grant Ukraine a license to procure Patriot missiles.
Cassidy Says He’s Backing Trump’s CDC Nominee
The confirmation vote for Dr. Erica Schwartz was postponed.
Senate to Add Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the legislation could be passed by the Senate before the August recess.
