Senate Democrats have blocked a procedural hurdle for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), citing concerns over military funding and actions in Iran. This move has drawn criticism from Republican senators who emphasize the importance of supporting the military. The Senate Armed Services Committee also saw a majority of Democrats voting against the bill, raising questions about funding sources and military oversight.
Senate Democrats have blocked a procedural step for the National Defense Authorization Act, citing concerns over military funding and actions in Iran. This decision reflects a significant division within the Senate, with a majority of Democrats opposing the bill in committee. Republicans argue that advancing the bill is necessary for amendments to be made.
The World Cup semi-final match between England and Argentina is highlighting historical disputes over the Falkland Islands. The islands are recognized as a British Overseas Territory but are also claimed by Argentina.
Jack Smith's investigative team reviewed text messages involving 44 members of Congress, according to Justice Department records. The review, which included mostly Republicans and some Democrats, raised concerns about potential bypassing of protocols meant to protect privileged information. Smith has previously denied accessing the contents of lawmakers' messages.
Darline Graham has been sworn in as the interim US senator from South Carolina, following the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham. Governor Henry McMaster appointed her to fulfill the remainder of her brother's Senate term.
Apple has initiated a trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that OpenAI misappropriated confidential information regarding Apple hardware. This legal action underscores the competitive landscape in the consumer AI market, particularly as OpenAI reportedly works on its own smartphone.
The U.S. has executed additional military strikes against Iran in advance of reinstating a blockade on its ports. The information was confirmed by a U.S. official speaking anonymously.
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo was pulled over for a traffic violation on May 15, 2026, but was not issued a citation. Body-camera footage showed Lombardo identifying himself to the officer, who ultimately let him go without a fine. Lombardo is currently in a competitive race against Attorney General Aaron Ford for the governorship.
President Donald Trump commented on the FBI's investigation into the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, stating he does not understand the agency's interest in the case. He characterized the investigation as a waste of time.
Florida officials are delaying the enforcement of a new law that would allow the designation of terrorist organizations while they develop necessary regulations. This decision follows a legal challenge from nonprofit organizations, including the Council on American-Islamic Relations, which argue that the law poses a threat of prosecution under its broad provisions. Governor Ron DeSantis has indicated plans to designate CAIR, the Muslim Brotherhood, and antifa as terrorist organizations under this law.
Democratic Rep. Seth Magaziner criticized Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin for the recent fatal shootings by federal immigration officers. Magaziner expressed concern about the ongoing violence and questioned Mullin's previous commitment to reducing negative media attention on the department.
President Trump has canceled his plan to charge a toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal was intended to offset the costs of military protection for vessels in the area.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has confirmed the presence of a black hole within a massive star cluster in the Milky Way. This discovery follows decades of speculation about the cluster's potential to harbor such a black hole.
SpaceXAI's Grok Build AI tool was discovered to be uploading users' entire codebases to Google Cloud before the feature was disabled. Researchers found that the tool was retaining significantly more data than comparable tools, prompting a response from the company.
On July 14, 2026, environmental advocacy groups filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration regarding its decision to roll back habitat protections for endangered species. The lawsuit includes multiple organizations that argue the changes threaten the survival of these species.
Ken Kies, a key figure at the U.S. Treasury Department and IRS, is leaving his government role. His departure is part of broader administrative changes.
Progressive groups are calling for opposition to Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence due to his role in issuing subpoenas against New York Times journalists. Key Democrats on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence have not yet taken a firm stance, with some expressing concerns about Clayton's past actions and their implications for press independence.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical point of contention between the US and Iran, with recent developments indicating challenges in maintaining a ceasefire agreement. Control over this vital waterway remains a significant issue in US-Iran relations.
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