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Congress Seals Time Capsule for America's 250th Anniversary

A congressional time capsule was unveiled on June 24, 2026, to mark the United States' 250th anniversary, set to be sealed until July 4, 2276. The capsule contains items reflecting contemporary American life, although specific contents remain undisclosed. This initiative is part of the broader America250 celebrations, which include additional events and another time capsule to be buried in Philadelphia.

New York Times — Politics

Trump Requests $88 Billion from Congress for Defense Funding

President Trump has submitted a request to Congress for $88 billion, focusing on military funding, particularly related to Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been meeting with Republican officials to emphasize the necessity of this funding for weapon procurement.

New York Times — US

Trump Requests $88 Billion from Congress for Defense Spending

President Trump has submitted a request to Congress for $88 billion, with a significant portion intended for military enhancements. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been advocating for this funding in meetings with Republican officials.

Ars Technica

US Concludes Hantavirus Outbreak Response with No Cases Reported

The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced the conclusion of its response to the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius, with no cases reported among American passengers. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized the swift actions taken to prevent transmission of the virus.

Washington Examiner

Sentencing Date Scheduled for Man Charged in Assassination of Minnesota House Speaker

Vance Boelter is scheduled to be sentenced on July 23 for the assassination of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including murder, and is expected to serve two consecutive life terms followed by 40 years in prison. Boelter also faces state charges related to the incident.

The Hill

Tucker Carlson Rules Out Presidential Run for 2028

Tucker Carlson has announced that he will not run for president in 2028, following his recent comments about no longer supporting the Republican Party. He made this statement during an interview with Alex Jones.

The Hill

Bill Gates Testifies About Jeffrey Epstein's Potential Blackmail

Bill Gates provided testimony to the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein's potential attempts at blackmail. Gates stated that Epstein had knowledge of sensitive information related to his personal life, including extramarital affairs.

Al Jazeera English

Iranian Assistant Coach Delayed at Airport by US Officials

The Iranian national football team experienced a 25-minute delay in their travel to Seattle. This delay was attributed to the detention of assistant coach Mehdi Taremi and another team member by US officials for reasons that have not been disclosed.

Fox News — Politics

House Committee Investigates Alleged Biden Administration Collaboration with Gun Control Group

The House Oversight Committee is investigating the Biden administration for alleged collaboration with gun control group Everytown for Gun Safety in relation to a lawsuit against Glock Inc. The committee has requested documents from the ATF regarding communications between Biden aides and Everytown, as concerns arise over potential collusion to influence gun manufacturing regulations. The lawsuit, filed by Chicago, claims Glock sold easily modifiable pistols, and the investigation aims to assess whether legislative action is needed.

Fox News — Politics

Trump's Senate Meeting Leads to Dispute Over Iran and Legislative Priorities

President Donald Trump's meeting with Senate Republicans intended to address voter ID legislation devolved into a dispute over the war in Iran. Tensions rose as Trump criticized Republicans for supporting a war powers resolution, leading to a confrontation with Senator Bill Cassidy. The meeting also touched on Trump's SAVE America Act, but lawmakers expressed uncertainty about its passage amid ongoing party divisions.

The Atlantic

New York City's Primary Elections Reflect Diverse Political Trends

Candidates endorsed by New York City's democratic-socialist mayor, Zohran Mamdani, won the city's primary elections, prompting discussions about the future of the Democratic Party. This trend of leftist candidates is also seen in other cities like Seattle and Washington, D.C. However, political dynamics vary by region, and the success of these candidates will depend on their ability to address local concerns.