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The Intercept

Harlan Crow Contributes Maximum Amount to John Fetterman's Campaign

Harlan R. Crow, a billionaire Republican donor, has contributed the maximum amount of $7,000 to Senator John Fetterman's campaign, according to a Federal Election Commission filing. Fetterman has faced criticism for his shift in ideological stance, attracting some Republican support, while a recent poll shows a majority of Pennsylvania Democrats would prefer he leave the party.

Washington Post — World

U.S. and Iran Conduct Strikes Amid Tensions

On July 16, 2026, the U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes amid escalating tensions. Former President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran unless it returned to negotiations.

Washington Post — World

U.S. and Iran Conduct Military Strikes

The U.S. and Iran have exchanged military strikes, escalating tensions between the two nations. This development follows threats from former President Trump aimed at Iran's critical infrastructure, urging a return to negotiations.

Fox News — Latest

Georgia man arrested after 10-hour manhunt following domestic incident

Darian Berry Sr., 46, was arrested in Georgia after a 10-hour manhunt following a domestic incident where he allegedly shot the mother of his child. Berry faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and stalking, and was tracked down with the assistance of a bloodhound from the Georgia Department of Corrections K-9 Unit.

Washington Examiner

Trump announces release of American citizen by Iran

President Donald Trump announced that Iran has released a U.S. citizen who had been detained since December 2024. He praised the release as a gesture of goodwill and noted that the individual is now safely outside of Iran. Reports indicate that several Iranian-Americans remain imprisoned in Iran.

Fox News — Latest

Mike Pence Advocates for Renaming Russia Sanctions Bill After Lindsey Graham

Mike Pence has urged Congress to rename a Russia sanctions bill after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, recognizing his contributions to national security and support for Ukraine. Pence emphasized the importance of passing the sanctions package as a tribute to Graham's legacy. He expressed sadness over Graham's death and hopes lawmakers will continue his work.

Fox News — Politics

Mike Pence Advocates for Renaming Russia Sanctions Bill in Honor of Lindsey Graham

Mike Pence has urged Congress to rename a Russia sanctions bill in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, recognizing his contributions to national security and support for Ukraine. Pence reflected on their last conversation regarding sanctions and expressed his hope that Congress would pass the bill as a tribute to Graham's legacy.

Guardian — US

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's Liner Shows Signs of Fading

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been drained, showing a faded liner that was initially coated in a color called 'American flag blue' by Donald Trump. Observations from the Washington Monument indicate that the liner now appears grayer than before, and debris in the pool has been cleared by work crews.

Axios

Vice President Vance Addresses House Republicans on Reconciliation Package

Vice President Vance addressed House Republicans on July 15, 2026, regarding a $95 billion reconciliation package proposed by Speaker Mike Johnson. Concerns persist among GOP members about the lack of spending offsets and disagreements over election bill details, which could impact the package's passage in the House and Senate.