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Department of Defense to Reduce Officially Recognized Religions

The Department of Defense plans to reduce the number of officially recognized religions from 211 to 31, excluding groups such as atheists and pagans. This change, the first since 2017, has drawn criticism for potentially limiting support for military personnel with minority beliefs. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the previous system was impractical.

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Al Jazeera English

Syria's Anti-Narcotics Units Conduct Raids Against Captagon Trade

Syria's anti-narcotics units have been actively raiding homes to seize Captagon pills as part of a broader initiative to combat the drug trade. These efforts reflect the government's commitment to addressing the challenges posed by the proliferation of Captagon in the country.

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The Daily Beast

Senate Approves Immigration Enforcement Bill Amid GOP Discontent

The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill proposed by Donald Trump, with a vote of 52-47. The bill funds ICE and CBP until the end of Trump's second term, despite a GOP revolt over a controversial fund aimed at supporting political allies. The House is expected to act on the bill soon.

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The Hill

Pete Buttigieg increases visibility ahead of midterm elections

Pete Buttigieg, former Transportation Secretary, has taken on a significant role in the Democratic Party as the midterm elections approach. He is campaigning in key districts and making various television appearances to connect with voters.

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New York Post

Senator Calls for Action Against Online Fraud Promotion

The emergence of 'fraud-fluencers' who promote taxpayer fraud online has prompted a senator to call for measures to address this issue. Anti-fraud advocates express alarm over this trend.

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The Daily Beast

Steve Bannon Warns of Potential Republican Senate Loss in November

Steve Bannon has warned that the Republican Party may lose the Senate in the upcoming elections due to low voter engagement and ineffective campaign strategies. He criticized the party's reliance on traditional advertising methods and called for Trump to confront Senate leadership to improve their chances. Bannon's comments come as polls indicate a lead for Democrats and highlight concerns over Trump's approval ratings.

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The Daily Beast

Prison Guard Denies Being Figure Seen Near Epstein’s Cell, Testifies Before Congress

Tova Noel, a former prison guard, testified that she was not the figure seen near Jeffrey Epstein's cell on the night of his death. She denied any involvement in Epstein's death and stated she was unaware of his identity during his confinement. The testimony raises further questions about the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death, which has been ruled a suicide.

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The Hill

Trump criticizes Karl Rove on Fox News

Donald Trump expressed his disapproval of Karl Rove, a Fox News commentator, in a Truth Social post. He suggested that Fox News should remove Rove, labeling him a 'sloppy RINO' for his criticisms of Trump and his supporters.

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The Hill

Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Faces New Allegations

Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate, is facing new allegations about his past behavior as reported by The New York Times. He has denied the allegations and stated he will not withdraw from the race. Meanwhile, election results are pending in California.

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The Hill

Senate Passes $69.5 Billion Budget Reconciliation Package

The Senate approved a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package early Thursday, which funds immigration enforcement through 2029. The vote featured some Republican defections on amendments related to President Trump's initiatives.

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notus.org

Senate Passes Immigration Enforcement Package Amid Party-Line Votes

The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package with a vote of 52-47, primarily along party lines. The bill includes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, while efforts to limit an 'anti-weaponization' fund were blocked. The House is expected to review the bill next week before sending it to President Trump.

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Washington Examiner

Seven Republicans Vote Against FISA Extension Amid Bipartisan Disagreement

Seven Senate Republicans voted against a bipartisan plan to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, following Democratic opposition to President Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence. The vote failed 47 to 52, with concerns raised about citizen protections and government surveillance. Congress has until June 12 to reach a new agreement on FISA.

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The Hill

Republican Senators Vote Against FISA Extension

Six Republican senators voted against the extension of warrantless surveillance powers on June 5, 2026, alongside Democrats. The procedural vote failed with 47 votes in favor and 52 against, complicating efforts to renew the legislation.

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The Hill

Six Republican Senators Vote Against FISA Extension

Six Republican senators voted against a procedural motion to extend warrantless surveillance powers, which are set to expire soon. The vote failed with 47 in favor and 52 against.

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New York Post

California Vote Counting Process Expected to Take Several Weeks

California election officials have indicated that the counting of votes will extend over several weeks as ballots are received and processed. The verification and tabulation of these ballots contribute to the extended timeline.

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Guardian — US

US Senate Approves $70 Billion Immigration Funding Bill

The US Senate has approved a $70 billion funding bill for immigration enforcement agencies, including ICE and border patrol, with a vote of 52-47. The bill will be sent to the House of Representatives for further action.

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