Senate Edges Forward on Trump’s $9.4B Funding Clawback
The Senate narrowly advanced President Donald Trump’s $9.4 billion rescissions package targeting foreign aid and public broadcasting funding, with Vice President JD Vance casting crucial tiebreaking votes amid Republican dissent.
Number 93 - Palestinians reported killed in latest Israeli airstrikes on Gaza
Quote "I would say that, you know, these files were made up by Comey, they were made up by Obama, they were made up by Biden." — President Donald Trump

Israel Gaza strikes kill 93 Palestinians
Israeli airstrikes pound Syria's Druze city
UN calls for action to halt Israel's Gaza offensive
The escalating conflict in Gaza sees intense Israeli airstrikes resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties as Israeli forces continue military operations. The situation triggers political and humanitarian concerns globally.

Senate narrowly advances $9.4B rescissions bill
Senate GOP shrinks Trump's spending cut package
Vance breaks tie to push rescissions package forward
In Washington, the Senate and House move to advance and debate President Trump's $9.4 billion rescissions package aimed at clawing back funds from foreign aid and public broadcasting, amidst political contention and key tie-breaking votes.

22-Year-Old Nabbed in 'American Idol' Exec Murder
Police arrest man in killing of American Idol supervisor
Arrest made in double murder of American Idol exec and husband
Law enforcement arrests a young suspect in the double murder of the “American Idol” music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, with police investigating the gruesome killings and seeking to bring justice in Los Angeles.

Trump unveils 19% tariff deal with Indonesia
Trump announces tariff deal with Indonesia
Trump says Indonesia goods to face 19% tariff
President Donald Trump announces a new trade deal with Indonesia setting tariffs at 19%, alongside additional tariffs on smaller countries, as part of his administration’s aggressive trade policies.

Pentagon pulls 2,000 Guard troops from LA
Trump admin ends deployment of 2,000 Guard troops in LA
Trump administration to send home 2,000 troops from LA
The Pentagon announces the withdrawal of 2,000 National Guard troops from Los Angeles deployed amid protests, signaling a scaling back of federal forces in the city following immigration raids and demonstrations.

Mike Johnson calls for release of Epstein files
House Speaker urges DOJ to release Epstein files
Mike Johnson splits with Trump on Epstein files
In the escalating controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein files, House Speaker Mike Johnson breaks with President Trump by publicly demanding the full release of files and transparency from the Justice Department.

Cuomo to continue mayoral run as independent
Trump backs Cuomo against Mamdani in NYC mayor race
Zohran Mamdani holds socialist stance in NYC business meet
In New York City, political tensions rise as former governor Andrew Cuomo announces he will continue his mayoral campaign as an independent after losing the Democratic primary to socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani.

House GOP blocks release of Epstein files
Democrats call for hearing on Epstein files
Democrats' push to release Epstein files blocked
Opposition forces in the Senate and House exert pressure as Democrats push for the full release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files, while Republicans block efforts to force votes and dismiss calls for transparency.

Trump announces billions in Pa AI and energy
Trump promotes major energy and AI initiatives in Pa
President Trump endorses major new investments in artificial intelligence and energy sectors totaling over $90 billion to position Pennsylvania as a national technology hub.

Trump blasts Epstein files as 'made up'
Trump says files made up by Comey, Obama, Biden
House Dems slam DOJ over Epstein files
Political and legal turmoil surrounds investigations into Jeffrey Epstein files, with conflicting narratives, demands for transparency, and public backlash directed both at the Trump administration and its allies.

Boelter indicted on six federal charges
Minnesota assassin indicted by grand jury
Federal grand jury indicts man in Minnesota killings
A federal grand jury indicts Minnesota shooter Vance Boelter on multiple charges in connection with the assassination of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and others, highlighting the political motivations behind the attacks.

US inflation jumps to 2.7% amid tariffs
Inflation rises in June as tariffs bite
June inflation steady as prices gain
Rising inflation data shows a pick-up in prices due to President Trump's tariffs, as consumer price indices rise and economists warn of further economic pressures ahead.

Trump targets Fed chair over renovation spending
Powell faces firing threat over Fed renovations
Trump escalates attacks on Fed chair Jerome Powell
President Trump criticizes Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amid controversial renovation spending, suggesting potential disciplinary actions while Powell calls for an independent probe.

House GOP grills universities on campus antisemitism
Rep. Stefanik demands CUNY chancellor resignation
Republicans slam university antisemitism efforts
Political tensions explode in New York as House Republicans and university leaders clash over allegations of antisemitism on campuses, drawing criticism and calls for resignations.

ICE bars bond hearings for illegal migrants
Trump admin fires immigration judges in crackdown
DHS: ICE assaults up 830 percent
Trump administration enforces stricter immigration policies including barring bond hearings for illegal migrants and ramping up deportations amidst rising assaults on ICE agents and legal challenges.
Microsoft's China engineers pose Pentagon risk
Pentagon warns of cyber threats from China-linked tech
Microsoft's involvement of China-based engineers in Pentagon cloud systems raises cybersecurity concerns amid efforts to scale up defense technology with potential vulnerabilities.

Mike Waltz grilled over Signal scandal at confirmation
Senate Democrats slam Waltz for Signalgate lies
Senate confirmation hearings spotlight Mike Waltz's role in 'Signalgate' controversy involving sensitive military communication leaks and consequent political backlash.

Trump eyes five-seat gain in Texas redistricting
Trump pushes Texas GOP for map redraw
President Trump's push for Texas redistricting aims to create five additional Republican House seats to strengthen GOP control ahead of the 2026 elections, provoking political debate and criticism.

House GOP blocks second Dem Epstein files bid
House Republicans tank vote on release of Epstein files
Democrats accuse GOP of blocking Epstein file release
Legal and political battles unfold as House Republicans repeatedly block Democratic efforts to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation files, fueling partisan discord and public distrust.

Senate GOP faces litmus test on Trump's rescissions
Senate Republicans negotiate spending cuts bill
Senate teases vote on Trump’s spending clawback
Senate debates and negotiations continue over Trump-backed rescissions package cutting billions from public spending, including foreign aid and public broadcasting, amid intraparty GOP tensions.

Trump, tech giants pour $92B into Pennsylvania AI
Trump leads $90B AI, energy investing spree in PA
McCormick, Shapiro hail huge Pennsylvania energy deal
Major AI and tech investments surge in Pennsylvania, highlighted by a $92 billion influx of energy and innovation funds, spearheaded by Trump alongside major business leaders and politicians.

Grand jury indicts MN shooting suspect on six counts
Feds indict man accused in Minnesota lawmaker killing
Suspect indicted in murder of Minnesota Rep Hortman
Federal grand juries indict multiple suspects connected to high-profile killings, including the Minnesota political assassination, as investigations proceed amid political and public pressure.

Study finds no link between vaccine aluminum and illness
New data and studies dispel health fears about vaccines and aluminum, showing no link to long-term issues including autism and asthma, bolstering public health confidence.

Evangelical preacher John MacArthur dies at 86
'Severance' leads Emmy noms with 27
The entertainment industry mourns influential figures, with tributes to the late evangelical preacher John MacArthur and reflections on Emmy nominations highlighting cultural moments.
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