The White House held a briefing for Trump-aligned activists ahead of his speech on the 2020 election, where discussions included claims of election fraud and declassified documents. Activists were asked to keep the meeting confidential, and the event highlighted ongoing tensions surrounding election integrity and related allegations.
President Donald Trump's teleprompter operator is on unpaid leave due to allegations of betting on the president's speeches using insider knowledge on the prediction market Kalshi. The situation has drawn attention from federal regulators, and the White House has stated that strict ethical guidelines are in place. Additionally, Trump's financial disclosures reveal substantial earnings from his crypto businesses, prompting discussions about potential conflicts of interest.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes on Thursday. This meeting comes after lawmakers exerted pressure during hearings on Capitol Hill.
Wildfires in Canada and Minnesota have led to significant smoke coverage across parts of the U.S., resulting in hazardous air quality. This situation is expected to continue as the wildfires persist.
HUD is investigating the University of Connecticut and the University of Minnesota for potentially discriminatory housing programs aimed at specific racial groups. Complaints allege that these programs may violate federal housing laws by steering students based on race. Both universities deny any wrongdoing and assert that their programs are open to all students.
xAI has initiated legal action against Terry Wayne Harwood, who is accused of using the Grok chatbot to create illegal content. The lawsuit follows Harwood's arrest for possession and distribution of child sexual abuse materials, with xAI alleging it played a role in his apprehension.
A White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid leave due to his involvement in online prediction markets related to President Trump's speeches. This situation has been brought to the attention of federal regulators.
The White House announced that President Trump's teleprompter operator is on unpaid leave due to allegations of betting on Trump's speeches using insider knowledge on the prediction market Kalshi. The situation has raised concerns about the integrity of the operator's role.
JoAnna Mendoza, a Democratic candidate in Arizona's 6th Congressional District, has faced scrutiny after her campaign's Instagram account followed several controversial accounts, including those of OnlyFans models and individuals claiming to be witches. The race is classified as a toss-up for the 2026 elections, with both parties having equal chances of winning.
During the Todd Blanche confirmation hearing, Republican senators challenged the credibility of former U.S. pardon attorney Elizabeth Oyer regarding her recommendations for clemency for death row inmates. Oyer defended her actions while facing criticism from several senators, who highlighted specific cases of inmates she recommended for commutation. Democratic Senator Cory Booker expressed support for Oyer amidst the questioning.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton has come under fire from Republican Vivek Ramaswamy for her assertion that COVID-19 mortality rates were as high as 50% early in the pandemic. Data from the CDC contradicts her claim, indicating a much lower mortality rate. Acton, who has defended her pandemic response, will compete against Ramaswamy in the upcoming election on November 3.
President Trump will give a primetime address regarding election security from the White House. Further details about the speech are currently unavailable.
In Houston, a shooting incident involving ICE agents has been reported. According to the victim's brother, the victim and three other workers were chased by ICE agents while heading to a construction job.
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation from the White House on Thursday. Details regarding the content of the address have not been revealed.
Sean Paul Reyes, also known as The Long Island Auditor, had his criminal charges related to a trespassing incident at the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association headquarters dropped by prosecutors. His charge was downgraded to a violation during a court appearance.
The NTSB has indicated that a helicopter crash in New York City on April 10, 2025, which resulted in the deaths of six people, may have been caused by bird strikes. Witnesses reported seeing evidence of birds being struck prior to the helicopter's descent into the river.
Don Lemon, the former CNN anchor, has indicated he may consider a presidential run, stating he believes he would make a good president. He discussed this on the podcast 'Can’t Be Censored,' where he critiqued the political experience of current candidates and suggested that he has consulted with political insiders about a potential campaign.
Wildfires in Canada have produced smoke that is affecting air quality across North America. Alerts have been issued in cities such as Toronto and New York, as well as in parts of Michigan and Minnesota.
Smoke from more than 800 wildfires in Canada has led to air quality alerts in various US cities, including Toronto and New York. The effects of the smoke have also reached the Midwest.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conference on July 16, 2026, with leaders from more than 60 countries to address political terrorism. The Trump administration has labeled this issue as a key concern, particularly in the context of the upcoming midterm elections.
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