Politics
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Blanche Scraps Controversial Fund to Clear Confirmation Path
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has formally rescinded the Trump administration’s proposed $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund.
Oil Retreats as Diplomacy Eases Market Fears
Oil prices pulled back as investors grew more optimistic that diplomatic efforts could prevent another escalation in the Middle East.
Trump’s AG Pick Faces GOP Scrutiny
Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general is facing fresh uncertainty after Republican Senator John Cornyn raised concerns over the Trump administration.
Minnesota Gambling Ban Put on Hold
A judge has temporarily blocked Minnesota’s attempt to ban sports-related prediction markets.
Oil Surges as U.S.-Iran Conflict Reignites
Oil prices are climbing again after renewed strikes between the U.S. and Iran shattered a brief lull in fighting, raising fresh concerns about global energy.
U.S. Oil Windfall from Venezuela Tops $13 Billion
President Trump says the United States has generated more than $13 billion from Venezuelan oil sales this year under a U.S.-controlled export arrangement.
Supreme Court Asked to Revive Mail-In Voting Restrictions
The Trump administration is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to allow key parts of its executive order restricting mail-in voting to take effect.
House GOP Approves $95 Billion Iran War Funding Plan
House Republicans narrowly approved a $95 billion package to help fund the Iran war and other Trump administration priorities.
Trump Threatens Iran’s Infrastructure as Tensions Escalate
President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. would strike one Iranian bridge or power plant every time Tehran targets a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Targets Generic Drug Imports with Massive Tariff Plan
President Trump says imported generic medicines could face tariffs as high as 100% beginning in 2028, with rates potentially doubling the following year.
Trump Freezes Over $1 Billion in Medicaid Payments
The Trump administration is delaying more than $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota.
U.S. Warns China Over A.I. ‘Theft’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. is prepared to impose sanctions on China if it determines Chinese companies benefited from stolen American AI.
Trump Escalates Trade Fight With 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods
President Trump is dramatically escalating trade tensions with Canada, announcing new 50% tariffs on a broad range of Canadian imports.
Trump Revives Election Claims In Primetime Address
President Trump used a nationally televised address to once again question the integrity of the 2020 election.
South Carolina Scrambles To Fill Graham’s Seat
Following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, attention has quickly shifted to who could succeed one of the Republican Party’s most influential voices.
Warsh Says Inflation Remains Too High
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh declined to signal whether the Fed will raise interest rates at its July meeting.
Obamacare Sticker Shock May Be Coming Soon
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces could soon face sharply higher premiums.
