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Haitians face arrest and deportation after US removes TPS protections
The Trump administration has terminated temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, allowing deportations to resume despite Haiti being on the US “do not travel” advisory list.
Will Mississippi send a Black Democrat to the US Senate? Scott Colom says don’t count him out
Scott Colom, a Black Democratic prosecutor, is challenging Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi, a state where Democrats face significant electoral headwinds but demographic shifts may create unexpected opportunities.
First Thing: Soaring oil profits from US-Iran conflict drive calls for windfall tax
Oil companies have generated substantial profits from the Iran conflict, prompting calls from Democratic lawmakers for a windfall tax on fossil fuel gains to provide relief to American consumers.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Hawaii’s state primary
Hawaii voters will decide races for lieutenant governor, congressional seats, and state legislative positions in Saturday’s primary, with a corruption scandal involving the current lieutenant governor shadowing the race.
Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that was long championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate passed an 86-11 bipartisan Russia sanctions bill Friday that was championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham before his death last month.
Another court blocks White House ballroom work, teeing up a Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court ordered the Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction, ruling Congress must approve the project. The decision is likely headed to the Supreme Court.
Trump administration moves ahead with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
The Trump administration is pursuing efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court decision allowing her to challenge her termination over mortgage fraud allegations she denies.
Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s classified information access, alleging he disclosed sensitive details about a new Air Force One aircraft to media outlets. Kendall denied the accusations, saying he has been careful not to reveal classified information.
California may fine content creators who don’t disclose they were paid to post about politics
California is considering fining content creators who fail to disclose payments from political campaigns, joining Texas in enforcing transparency rules for influencer-based political advertising.
RFK Jr pauses $1bn Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota
The Trump administration has paused over $1 billion in Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota, citing suspected fraud and noncompliance, marking an escalation in federal oversight of state healthcare spending.
US sends food for Cuban residents while still pressuring island’s government
The U.S. sent a cargo plane carrying 700 packages of food and hygiene supplies to Cuba, intended for distribution by Catholic groups while the government maintains sanctions and diplomatic pressure.
Wisconsin Democrats want to allow absentee voters to cast a new primary ballot
Wisconsin Democrats urge the state elections commission to allow absentee voters to cast new ballots after multiple gubernatorial candidates withdrew and re-entered the race ahead of the August 11 primary.
Bystander severely wounded outside White House says Secret Service failed him
An active-duty soldier wounded by a stray bullet during a White House shooting in May announced plans to sue the Secret Service for $25 million, alleging inadequate protection of bystanders.
Mexican man killed after ICE encounter in Florida was on vacation, officials say
A Mexican tourist on a valid visa was struck and killed by a truck in Florida while fleeing from immigration agents, marking the third fatal encounter with ICE in roughly a week.
He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
A federal prosecutor fired by the Trump administration less than an hour after being sworn in sued Tuesday, challenging the administration’s authority to remove judicially appointed U.S. attorneys.
US immigration agents arrested a record number of people in June, data shows
US immigration agents arrested 43,138 people in June, marking the highest number since Trump took office, with over 590,600 deported since January 2025, according to newly released government data.
Trump must divulge financial details about businesses in $10bn BBC lawsuit
A federal judge ruled that Donald Trump must disclose detailed financial information from his businesses in a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a 2024 documentary.
Trump will attend the dignified transfer of 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
President Trump will attend a dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in Middle East operations at Dover Air Force Base, marking his third such ceremony since the war in Iran began in February.
Trump has campaigned more so far in 2026 midterms than he did at this point in 2018
President Trump is campaigning extensively for midterm candidates in 2026 despite his low approval ratings, a strategy that defies historical precedent and aims to energize his core supporters in competitive races.
Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner as Democrats’ Senate candidate in Maine
Troy Jackson, a former Maine state legislator, has emerged as the frontrunner to become the Democratic Senate nominee after several rivals withdrew ahead of a July 25 convention.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona’s state primary
Arizona Republicans will select a gubernatorial nominee Tuesday to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November, with the race considered a top takeover opportunity for Republicans in the midterm environment.
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