Senate Edges Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Forward Amid GOP Drama
In a tense 51-49 vote, the Senate narrowly advanced President Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill despite opposition from several GOP senators, setting the stage for extended debate and a critical test of party unity.
24 Hours Trump praises Supreme Court on birthright citizenship ruling + Senate narrowly advances Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ + Iran can enrich uranium for bomb within months, UN says + Israeli strikes kill Hamas founder in Gaza + Mamdani’s radical NYC mayoral win shakes Democrats + Thousands march at banned Budapest Pride despite crackdown + Ice arrests surge nationwide under Trump administration + Lak fire in California prompts evacuations + Russian drones strike Odesa killing 2, injuring 17 + Florida protesters oppose ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center + Senate GOP cuts wind solar incentives in megabill + Trump threatens GOP senator with primary challenge + Zelenskyy urges West to arm Ukraine against Russia + Jeff Bezos weds Lauren Sanchez amid Venice protests + FBI hacked by Mexican cartel tracking informants + Elon Musk blasts Trump’s megabill as ‘utterly insane’ + At least 66 children dead in Gaza starvation crisis
Number 51-49 - Senate vote nudges Trump’s massive budget bill forward
Quote "The bill is like yogurt, not wine" — Senator describing Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Senate Narrowly Advances Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Trump Threatens To Primary GOP Senator Who ‘No’ on Bill
GOP Senators Vote to Advance Trump’s Megabill Debate
Senate Republicans are pushing President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' through procedural hurdles amid internal GOP disputes. Several senators oppose the bill, delaying passage and leading to public threats from Trump against dissenting GOP members.

Elon Musk Blasts Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ as Insane
Musk Renews Megabill Attacks as Vote Looms
Elon Musk Labels Trump’s Megabill ‘Political Suicide’
President Trump receives fierce criticism from Elon Musk and other critics over the controversial megabill, labeled 'utterly insane' and potentially politically damaging, highlighting growing opposition even among Republicans and allies.

Israel Kills Hamas Military Founder in Gaza
IDF Eliminates Top Hamas Commander Behind October 7 Attack
Israeli Strikes Kill At Least 62 in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Hope
Israel conducts targeted military operations in Gaza, killing key Hamas leaders believed responsible for previous terror attacks. These strikes coincide with ongoing conflict and tentative ceasefire talks in the region.

UN Nuclear Chief Warns Iran Could Make Bomb in Months
Iran Bans IAEA Head from Nuclear Sites, Removes Cameras
Iran State Funeral Held for Military Leaders Killed in War
Iran’s nuclear program alarm grows as UN nuclear chief warns uranium enrichment could produce a bomb within months. Tensions rise between Iran and Western nations, especially after recent U.S. strikes on nuclear sites and political rhetoric.

Radical Mamdani Wins NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary
Critics Target Mamdani’s Tax Whites More Plan
Fox and GOP Praise Socialist NYC Mayoral Star Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani wins New York City Democratic mayoral primary, shocking political observers. His radical platform divides Democrats and sparks a wave of intense criticism and support across the political spectrum.

Thousands Defy Hungary Pride Ban to March in Budapest
Budapest Pride Draws Record Crowd Despite Government Ban
Protesters Flood Budapest Streets for Banned Pride Event
Large crowds defy government bans to march at Budapest Pride, signaling widespread resistance to authoritarian crackdowns on LGBTQ rights in Hungary. Tens of thousands celebrate despite police warnings and threats of fines.

ICE Arrests Double Nationwide Under Trump
DeSantis’ ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Faces Legal Fight
Protesters Line Florida Highway Against ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
Immigration enforcement intensifies under President Trump, with ICE arrests surging nationwide. Controversial new detention facilities like Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' provoke protests and lawsuits citing harsh treatment and environmental concerns.

Lightning, Hailstorm Cancel Hundreds of Atlanta Flights
Nearly 500 Flights Canceled at Atlanta Airport Amid Storm
Severe Storm Triggers Flight Cancellations at ATL
Severe weather disrupts travel around Atlanta with hundreds of flights cancelled and significant damage inspections ongoing, impacting passenger plans amid a busy holiday travel period.

Violent Crime Drops in Chicago to Decade Low
Violent crime rates in major US cities like Chicago drop to decade lows, marking a significant improvement in public safety despite recent years' unrest and violence.

Defense Dept. Ends Satellite Weather Data Aid
NASA and other government agencies face challenges as Defense Department stops sharing key satellite weather data, impacting hurricane and storm forecasting capabilities during peak seasons.

Supreme Court Limits Judges on Nationwide Injunctions
SCOTUS Hands Trump Major Win on Injunctions
Justice Kagan Faces Backlash Over Injunctions Comments
Supreme Court decisions strengthen President Trump's policies by limiting nationwide injunctions and empowering executive action, while sparking legal and political controversies.

US Bombs Iranian Nuclear Sites in Major Strike
Trump Administration Claims Historic Iran Wins
Senate Rejects Bid to Limit Trump Iran Military Actions
US and allied military actions escalate in the Middle East with targeted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites and intensified efforts to contain Iran's influence, amid claims and counterclaims from involved parties.

Funeral Held for Slain Minnesota Lawmaker and Husband
Biden, Harris Attend Funeral for Slain Minnesota Rep
Private Funeral Held for Slain Minnesota Lawmaker
Veteran Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband are mourned in multiple funeral services attended by high-profile Democratic figures, marking a somber moment amid recent tragic events.

Man Survives Multiple Stabbings on NYC Subway
Chicago Ambush Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Wounded
Knife-Wielding Man Dies After NYPD Chase
Gun violence incidents spike with cases of stabbings and shootings in major cities, highlighting ongoing concerns around public safety and law enforcement challenges.

Ukraine Destroys Russian Helicopters in Crimea Drone Strike
Russian Drones Kill 2, Injure 17 in Odesa
Russian Drone Strikes Increase in Ukraine’s Odesa
Ukraine faces intensified Russian drone attacks on key locations amid continued conflict. Ukrainian forces report drone strikes damaging helicopters and air defenses, presenting ongoing security challenges.

Tesla Completes First Fully Autonomous Car Delivery
Meta Hires Four More AI Researchers from OpenAI
Meta’s CEO Hunts Top AI Talent with Pay up to $100M
Corporate moves demonstrate shifts in electric vehicle and AI sectors, including Tesla's first fully autonomous vehicle delivery and Meta's aggressive recruitment of AI talent, highlighting rapid tech industry changes.

Southern Europe Braces for Intense Summer Heatwave
World’s Coral Reefs Face ‘Death by a Thousand Cuts’
Climate Change’s Emotional Toll Hits Young People Hard
Environmental and climate issues gain attention as severe heatwaves hit Europe, coral reefs face collapse, and warnings about climate’s emotional toll emerge, emphasizing the growing climate crisis.

DOJ Fires Jan. 6 Prosecutors in Sudden Purge
ACLU Files Class-Action Against Trump Birthright Order
Trump Scores Supreme Court Win Limiting Lower Court Injunctions
Legal actions shake institutions and industries, including DOJ firing Jan 6 prosecutors, lawsuits challenging Trump’s birthright citizenship order, and proposed reforms to federal entities assessing executive power.

Plane Crash Found with Pilot Missing in Alabama
Notorious Hackers Target Aviation Industry Systems
Severe Storms Cause Flight Chaos at Atlanta Airport
Transportation issues arise with plane crashes, airline cyberattacks, and severe weather causing cancellations, reflecting ongoing vulnerabilities in travel and infrastructure sectors.

Serbian Police Clash with Anti-Government Protesters
Protesters Rally Against Florida Immigrant Detention Center
Venice Protesters March Against Bezos Wedding
Protests and political unrest continue globally, with anti-government demonstrations in Serbia, opposition to immigration policies in the US, and community protests against elite gatherings and government bans, highlighting civic tensions.
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