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Mahmoud Khalil Files Lawsuit Against White House and Heritage Foundation

Mahmoud Khalil has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration and the Heritage Foundation, alleging a conspiracy to deport him due to his activism for Palestinian rights. The lawsuit claims that federal officials collaborated with right-wing organizations to target Khalil and others for arrest and deportation. Khalil's case is ongoing and may reach the Supreme Court, while he seeks damages for his detention.

cnn.com

Wisconsin panel finds Elon Musk likely violated election law with $1 million voter checks

A Wisconsin panel has found that Elon Musk likely broke state election law by giving $1 million to voters during the 2025 Supreme Court election. The Wisconsin Elections Commission has referred the matter to the Brown County district attorney for potential criminal charges. Musk's financial involvement in the election was significant, with over $100 million spent, but the candidate he supported lost the election.

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Man dies after being struck by tractor trailer while fleeing immigration agents in Florida

A man was killed by a tractor trailer while fleeing from immigration agents in Florida on Tuesday, marking the third death in a week linked to ICE encounters. The incident occurred when the man ran into traffic after an encounter with federal agents. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the operation but did not provide details on the other individuals involved.

Axios

New Mexico Attorney General and U.S. Justice Department Dispute Over Epstein Records

New Mexico's Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the U.S. Justice Department are in a dispute over access to records related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein. Torrez claims the DOJ is hindering the investigation by withholding unredacted files, while the DOJ asserts that complying with the request would violate federal law. The NMDOJ has set a deadline of July 31 for a response before pursuing legal remedies.

Washington Examiner

Senators Durbin and Duckworth Oppose Nirav Shah's Senate Candidacy

Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth have publicly opposed Nirav Shah's Senate candidacy in Maine, citing his role in a 2015 Legionnaires' disease outbreak that resulted in the deaths of 14 veterans. Both senators have criticized Shah's handling of the outbreak and his previous leadership at the Illinois Department of Public Health.

New York Times — Politics

U.S. Military Campaign in Iran Shifts Focus

President Trump announced a shift in focus for the U.S. military campaign in Iran during a press briefing on July 15, 2026. While the campaign has evolved, the specific strategy has not been clearly defined.

PBS NewsHour

House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent as of July 15, 2026. Proponents, including the White House, believe this change will provide more daylight during active hours for Americans.

Washington Examiner

Defense and Innovation Summit Held in Pennsylvania to Foster Collaboration Among Defense Companies

The Defense and Innovation Summit took place on July 15, 2026, at the Army War College in Pennsylvania, gathering hundreds of defense companies to explore collaboration opportunities. Hosted by Senator Dave McCormick, the event featured a 'speed dating' format for companies to meet and discuss potential partnerships. The summit highlighted Pennsylvania's significant role in the defense industrial base and the need for innovation in response to global security challenges.

Fox News — Latest

Man fleeing ICE officers in Florida struck and killed by tractor-trailer

A 28-year-old man fleeing ICE officers was killed by a tractor-trailer in St. Augustine, Florida, on Tuesday. The incident occurred after the vehicle he was in was stopped, and he ran across a busy road. This incident is part of a series of recent fatalities involving individuals fleeing from ICE.

Fox News — Latest

Man fleeing ICE officers in Florida struck and killed by tractor-trailer

A 28-year-old Mexican man was killed by a tractor-trailer while fleeing ICE officers in St. Augustine, Florida, on Tuesday morning. This incident is part of a series of recent fatalities involving individuals fleeing or encountering ICE agents, prompting a policy shift from the Trump administration to halt most vehicle stops nationwide.

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Hilton Grand Vacations terminates employee over alleged racial insult to Chelsea Gray

Hilton Grand Vacations has fired an employee for allegedly sending a racial insult to Chelsea Gray, a player for the Las Vegas Aces. Gray shared the message on social media, highlighting ongoing racial tensions in the WNBA, particularly in light of recent incidents involving player treatment. Lawmakers have expressed concern over the hostility faced by players, specifically targeting Caitlin Clark.

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California man arrested after leaving backpack with meth in rideshare vehicle

A California man was arrested for leaving a backpack with 355.7 grams of suspected methamphetamine in a rideshare vehicle. The drugs, valued at over $30,000, were recovered after the rideshare driver contacted the police. The suspect, Jessie Ottman-Combs, was found at a motel where additional drug-related items were seized.

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RaeLynn files for divorce from husband after over ten years of marriage

RaeLynn has filed for divorce from her husband, Josh Davis, after over ten years of marriage. The couple shares a four-year-old daughter, and RaeLynn expressed her commitment to co-parenting while navigating this change. The divorce was filed in Nashville, citing irreconcilable differences.

Washington Examiner

Supreme Court Justices Testify Before Congress on Security Funding and Other Issues

On July 14, 2026, Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before the House and Senate Appropriations Committees regarding a proposed budget increase for security funding. They discussed various issues including security threats, the emergency docket, and the enforcement of the court's code of conduct, while also addressing concerns about the 2022 leak of a draft opinion.