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New British Defense Secretary Says Europe ‘Shaken out of Complacency’ by Trump
Wes Streeting said the continent would one day thank the U.S. president for ‘forcing us to stand on our own two feet.’
Scientists Receiving NIH Money Nominated Fauci for Prizes: Emails
Dr Anthony Fauci received multiple prizes during the COVID-19 pandemic, including a $1 million prize from an Israeli foundation.
DHS Removing Asylum Interviews to Speed Up Process
The new rule would allow Citizenship and Immigration Services to refer asylum applications to immigration judges without first interviewing the applicant.
Thai Family-Style Restaurant Opens in Galleria Mall
The cuisine was brought by a veteran cook and Asian restaurant entrepreneur.
Hurricane Genevieve Becomes Pacific’s First Category 5 in 2 Years
Meanwhile, Hurricane Fausto is expected to make a close pass to the Hawaiian Islands as a tropical storm in the next few days.
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Pentagon Adds Many of China’s Top Civilian Universities to Blacklist
The War Department is barred from funding fundamental research projects involving these entities.
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.
California Bill to Change Public Records Law Undergoes Multiple Revisions Following Criticism
AB 1821 would change the response deadlines from calendar days to ‘business days’ to give agencies more time to process information requests.
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2 Small Businesses Sue Trump Admin Over New Forced Labor Tariffs
The lawsuit alleges that the U.S. Trade Representative exceeded authority granted by Congress under Section 301.
FEC Filings Show GOP Ahead on Committee Cash, Democrats Ahead on Candidate Fundraising
Election campaign filings through June 30 show the two parties ahead on different measures.
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.
Justice Department Withdraws Subpoenas of New York Times Journalists
The Justice Department on July 10 subpoenaed journalists from The New York Times who reported on alleged safety concerns regarding the new Air Force One.
Secret Service Agent in Vance’s Detail Under Investigation Over Leaks, Spokesperson Says
The unnamed agent also faces a ‘potential criminal inquiry,’ a Secret Service spokesman said.
