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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.
What to Know About Troy Jackson, Democrats’ Likely Pick to Take on Sen. Susan Collins in Maine
The former Maine state Senate president quickly garnered support in the critical Senate race after the previous nominee dropped out.
What to Know About Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain and Possible US Efforts to Attack It
President Donald Trump said, ‘We’ll be hitting that area pretty soon, and very heavily.’
Education Department No Longer Requiring Race to Be Considered in K-12 Student Discipline
An agency official said this gives teachers more control over their classrooms.
Trump Welcomes World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers to White House
The president touted the Dodgers as a great brand.
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Trump Says He’s Weighing ‘Massive Attack’ on Iran
‘They haven’t received enough pain yet,’ the U.S. president said.
House Republicans Say ABA Is Pushing DEI on Law Schools
Lawmakers criticized the American Bar Association for pursuing policies that they say are discriminatory and undermine the legal profession.
Chinese Consulate Floodlights Illuminate Falun Gong Vigil in San Francisco
The purpose behind the consulate’s floodlights remains unclear, but protesters said the bright lights highlighted their banners and raised public awareness.
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Vulnerable House Democrats Break With Party on Defense Bill
Four of the six cited local defense projects and troop pay in statements, while none mentioned the Iran strikes Senate Democrats cited in blocking the bill.
Trump Must Hand Over Finance Records Sought by BBC in Defamation Lawsuit, Judge Rules
The U.S. president is seeking $10 billion in damages from the British broadcaster over its editing of his Jan. 6 speech in its ‘Panorama’ program.
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.
Rubio Meets Russian Counterpart to Discuss Ukraine War
In addition to the Ukraine war, regional and international issues were discussed, including the situation in the Persian Gulf.
Company Disputes New Jersey’s Claim About ‘Serious Software Error’ That Added Noncitizens to Voter Roll
IDEMIA responded after New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the error resulted in 6,600 noncitizens being added to the state’s voter roll.
US Signs Nuclear Cooperation Deal With Saudi Arabia
The agreement is expected to benefit U.S. companies and reduce Russian and Chinese influence in Saudi Arabia’s civilian nuclear sector.
Top US, China Diplomats Meet in Philippines Ahead of Summit
Americans detained in China, trade and investment boards, and South China Sea tensions were among the issues discussed during the meeting.
Trump Says US Will Hit Iran’s Power Plants, Bridges If Tehran Attacks Ships
The targets could include sites near Iran’s capital, Tehran, the president said.
Rubio Tells ASEAN Partners US Willing to Negotiate With an Iran That Keeps Commitments
He warned against allowing Iran to set a ‘dangerous precedent’ by taking control of an international waterway, which would be repeated in other regions.
US Military Continues Strikes on Iran for 11th Night
The campaign targeted the Iranian regime’s military operations centers, maritime capabilities, aircraft hangars, drone storage facilities, and more.
29 Million Under Tornado Watch as Severe Thunderstorms Hit Northeast
Multiple rounds of powerful storms strike along the I-95 corridor as forecasters warn of gusts of more than 60 mph.
Iran War Cost Estimated at $37.5 Billion So Far: Hegseth
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth offered the cost estimate while testifying in favor of a supplemental funding package for the U.S. military.
Trump Says US Will Strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Site ‘Very Heavily’
U.S. officials say Iran may have stored nuclear centrifuges at the heavily fortified site.