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Fox News — Latest

Hakeem Jeffries Threatens Action Against Democratic Lawmakers Over Anti-Socialism Vote

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries threatened to take action against Democratic Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez after they supported a procedural rule that advanced an anti-socialism resolution and other GOP measures. Golden defended his vote as necessary for his district's lobster industry, while Jeffries indicated the matter would be referred to the House Democratic Caucus’ Committee on Caucus Rules for further discussion.

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New York Post

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed to Attend Controversial Islamic Convention

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, is set to attend the Islamic Society of North America's annual convention, which has faced criticism for featuring speakers who question the official narrative of the September 11 attacks. El-Sayed has previously faced scrutiny for past comments related to 9/11 but maintains that he condemns terrorism. If elected, he would be the first Muslim senator in U.S. history.

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Breitbart

Ted Cruz Considers 2028 Presidential Campaign

Senator Ted Cruz is reportedly considering a presidential campaign for 2028, having traveled to Iowa multiple times this year. In a recent podcast, he discussed the potential impact of President Trump's endorsement and criticized Vice President JD Vance. Cruz has expressed his ambitions but faces competition from other Republican candidates.

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New York Times — Politics

JD Vance Discusses Iran Conflict in White House Press Briefing

Vice President JD Vance held a press briefing at the White House on September 3, 2026, where he discussed the conflict involving Iran. He indicated that he would not refer to the situation as a war.

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New York Times — US

Vice President JD Vance Comments on Iran Conflict

Vice President JD Vance stated during a White House press briefing that he does not consider the military conflict with Iran a "war" at this time and cannot predict its end. He expressed skepticism about reports from Iranian state media regarding civilian casualties and emphasized the U.S. commitment to not targeting civilians. Vance also addressed leadership concerns within the Pentagon and expressed sympathy for the widow of an airman killed in combat.

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Guardian — US

Excavation Work for Proposed Arch in Washington DC to Begin Soon

Excavation work for a proposed gilded arch in Washington DC is set to begin within two weeks, as announced by the Trump administration. The project faces legal challenges and criticism regarding its impact on historic sightlines.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Administration Requests Supreme Court to Lift Block on USPS Mail Ballot Rule

The Trump administration has requested the Supreme Court to lift a block on a new mail ballot rule for the U.S. Postal Service. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argues that the rule is constitutional and necessary to manage USPS operations without infringing on state election authority, especially as states prepare to send mail ballots for the upcoming elections.

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Al Jazeera English

UK Prime Minister Burnham and French President Macron Discuss Migration and Trade

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and French President Emmanuel Macron met in London to discuss migration, trade, and defense. They addressed issues such as small boat crossings and the EU's Made in Europe agenda, which may affect the UK steel industry. Macron emphasized the importance of strengthening relations between the two countries.

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Washington Examiner

Leon Black Files Lawsuit Against House Oversight Committee in Epstein Investigation

Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the House oversight committee, contesting subpoenas related to its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black argues that the subpoenas lack a legitimate connection to the committee's purpose and would compromise the privacy of women involved. The committee's chairman is seeking more information regarding nondisclosure agreements related to Black's alleged activities.

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Al Jazeera English

New York City Implements One-Year Ban on AI Use in Elementary and Middle Schools

New York City has implemented a one-year ban on artificial intelligence in elementary and middle school classrooms, affecting 600,000 students. The policy aims to prioritize human interaction in education and will include a study on the impact of AI use. While teachers can use AI for lesson planning, the ban restricts the use of many educational tools and includes exceptions for certain students and programs.

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The Hill

Jim Justice contemplating gubernatorial run in West Virginia

Senator Jim Justice of West Virginia has announced he is considering a run for the governor's office in 2028. He indicated during a radio appearance that he is fully contemplating a primary challenge to the incumbent governor.

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Axios

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Claims FBI Wiretapped His Calls with State Legislator

Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-Va.) reported that the Department of Justice informed him that his phone calls with a Virginia state legislator were wiretapped in the spring. He expressed concerns about the implications of this action, linking it to a broader pattern of the DOJ targeting political opponents of President Trump.

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Axios

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Claims FBI Wiretapped His Calls with State Legislator

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-Va.) reported that the Department of Justice informed him his phone calls with a Virginia state legislator were wiretapped in the spring. He expressed concerns about the implications of this action, linking it to a broader pattern of targeting political opponents of President Trump.

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Washington Examiner

Green Party Leader Zack Polanski Announces Candidacy for Keir Starmer's Parliamentary Seat

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, has announced his candidacy for the parliamentary seat vacated by former Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Holborn and St Pancras. Polanski aims to represent the community and address issues affecting local residents, while Labour is reportedly considering Sagal Abdi-Wali as their candidate for the seat.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Prosecutors Charge Texas ICE Officer in Shooting of Venezuelan Immigrant

Federal prosecutors have charged ICE agent Christian Castro for allegedly shooting Venezuelan immigrant Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis during a January immigration operation in Minnesota. Castro faces both federal charges for making false statements and state charges for assault. His release from Texas custody followed Governor Greg Abbott's failure to sign an extradition request from Minnesota within the required timeframe.

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Al Jazeera English

US Vice President JD Vance does not provide timeline for end of Iran conflict

US Vice President JD Vance did not provide a timeline for the end of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran during a briefing on September 3, 2026. He expressed skepticism about calling the situation a war and discussed the impact on global oil trade, while addressing concerns about civilian casualties and military accountability.

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