Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett attended a budget hearing with lawmakers on July 14, 2026. The discussion centered on security funding.
Governor Kathy Hochul has implemented a one-year pause on the construction of large data centers in New York, making it the first state in the U.S. to enact such a measure. The decision reflects growing concerns regarding the environmental impact of these facilities.
The Trump administration has ordered ICE to halt most vehicle stops in response to recent shootings. Exceptions will be allowed for criminal warrants and cooperation with other agencies.
Jashanpreet Singh, a 21-year-old illegal immigrant from India, was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for a truck crash that killed three people in Southern California. The crash occurred in October 2025, and Singh pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter. His illegal entry into the U.S. and subsequent release by Border Patrol have sparked discussions on immigration policies.
President Trump has reversed a recent decision to impose a fee on cargo ships using the Strait of Hormuz. This change occurs as the US maintains its strategy to limit Iran's control over the waterway.
President Trump has retracted a recently proposed fee on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. This move coincides with ongoing US actions to maintain a blockade on Iranian ports.
Billionaire developer Rick Caruso has contributed $25,000 to a California ballot measure that aims to require voter identification at polls. This move marks a departure from the state's Democratic leadership, including opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom's allies.
A lawsuit against Meta claims that the company's recent layoffs of 8,000 employees were made using AI systems, rather than by human decision-makers. The suit alleges that this approach disproportionately impacted employees with disabilities and those on medical or family leave.
The Davie Police Department has announced that the investigation concerning Geno Smith is now inactive. The decision follows a report obtained by The Post.
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from the Senate since June 14 due to medical issues, prompting Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to question the legality of his prolonged absence. While Republican senators express confidence in his return, Ocasio-Cortez suggests that regulations may be necessary to address the length of absences for lawmakers.
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from the Senate since June 14 due to medical issues, leading Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to question the legality of his prolonged absence. McConnell has attributed his hospitalization to complications from polio and pneumonia, while Republican senators have expressed confidence in his return. Ocasio-Cortez has suggested the need for regulations on lawmakers' absences.
Howard Stern's show will cut its new episodes from three to one per week, leading to the layoff of dozens of staff members. This change will take effect after Labor Day, and those affected were notified via Zoom. The decision comes amid previous speculation about the show's future and follows Stern's signing of a new three-year contract.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's use of the messaging app Signal for official communications is under legal scrutiny due to concerns about record preservation. A federal judge required assurances regarding the preservation of messages from a Signal chat about war plans in Yemen. Advocacy group Democracy Forward is pursuing litigation for Signal chats, while some lawmakers express concerns about the app's security.
Senate Democrats voted against the National Defense Authorization Act on July 14, 2026, in response to the ongoing conflict in Iran, resulting in a 50-46 vote. The legislation, which typically receives bipartisan support, was opposed by all Democrats, who criticized the bill as a means to facilitate military action in Iran. The vote follows recent escalations in the conflict and a breakdown of a ceasefire.
The U.S. has resumed diplomatic activities in Venezuela, raising the flag at its embassy for the first time since 2019, while providing humanitarian aid following recent earthquakes that caused significant devastation. However, the partnership is complicated by the involvement of Venezuelan officials accused of human rights abuses, and concerns remain about the future of democracy in the country amidst ongoing political tensions.
Senator Chuck Grassley announced that the Justice Department informed him that former special counsel Jack Smith's team reviewed text messages from 44 lawmakers during an investigation into President Trump. Grassley confirmed he was one of the lawmakers affected by this review.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is pausing non-urgent vehicle stops after two deadly shootings in a week. The announcement was made by the office of Senator Angus King of Maine.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has announced a pause on non-urgent vehicle stops following two deadly shootings in a week. This decision was confirmed by the office of Maine U.S. Senator Angus King.
Michigan health officials have identified over 3,300 cases of cyclosporiasis, with early indications pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a possible source. The investigation is ongoing.
Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, has been sworn in as the interim US Senator to finish her brother's term. Lindsey became her legal guardian after their parents died when she was 13 years old.
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