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Deutsche Welle

US Supreme Court Allows Continuation of Trump's Ballroom Project

The US Supreme Court has permitted the continuation of President Trump's $400 million ballroom project at the White House, supported by five conservative justices. Chief Justice Roberts dissented, stating the project is likely unlawful without congressional approval. The project faced challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the Trump administration sought the Supreme Court's intervention after lower courts ruled against the project.

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PBS NewsHour

Colombia's President Confirms Death of Key Dissident Leader in Military Operation

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella confirmed the death of a key dissident leader known as "Felipe" or "Arcadio" during a military operation on Sunday. The president stated that this event represents a significant setback for the dissident faction led by "Iván Mordisco" and emphasized ongoing military efforts against illegal armed groups. Additionally, he announced the capture of another suspect wanted for extradition by the United States.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Requests Apple to Update Lake Ontario Name to 'Lake America'

President Donald Trump has requested Apple to update its maps to reflect the renaming of Lake Ontario to 'Lake America.' Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed that Trump reached out to Apple directly after signing an executive order for the change. Google has already updated its maps to reflect the new name.

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BBC — World

US Supreme Court Allows Construction of White House Ballroom to Proceed

The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of continuing the construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House, blocking lower court decisions that sought to halt the project. The ruling, which was split 5-4, included a dissent from Chief Justice John Roberts, who expressed concerns about the legality of the construction without Congressional approval. The National Trust for Historic Preservation had challenged the project, arguing it lacked proper authorization.

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Washington Examiner

Mike Johnson supports Max Miller's reelection amid abuse allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed his support for Rep. Max Miller's reelection campaign despite ongoing allegations of domestic violence and child abuse. Johnson emphasized the importance of allowing the House Ethics Committee's investigation to proceed, while Miller continues to deny the allegations and has called for an investigation into himself.

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Washington Examiner

Senator Susan Collins to Skip Republican Midterm Convention

Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) will not attend the Republican midterm convention in Dallas next week, as confirmed by a source. Collins has a history of skipping conventions during election cycles to maintain her voting attendance record. She is currently in a competitive race against Democratic nominee Troy Jackson, with recent polling showing Jackson at 48% and Collins at 46%.

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The Daily Beast

Andy Barr Removes Trump's Image from Senate Campaign Website

Republican candidate Andy Barr has removed an image of Donald Trump from his Senate campaign website as he seeks to fill Mitch McConnell’s seat. This change reflects a broader trend among GOP candidates distancing themselves from Trump ahead of the midterm elections, despite running in a traditionally Republican state.

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Washington Examiner

Hakeem Jeffries Discusses Meeting with Jared Kushner on Governance

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries defended his meeting with Jared Kushner, focusing on discussions about the affordability crisis. He emphasized the necessity of bipartisan dialogue for legislative progress and highlighted a recent bipartisan housing bill as an example of effective collaboration.

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Axios

Supreme Court permits construction of Trump's White House ballroom

The Supreme Court has ruled 5-4 to allow President Trump's White House ballroom construction to proceed. The decision indicates that the National Trust for Historic Preservation likely lacks standing to challenge the project, although dissenting justices expressed concerns regarding the legality of the construction.

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The Hill

Abdul El-Sayed Criticizes Trade Tensions with Canada

Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate from Michigan, has criticized the trade tensions initiated by the Trump administration with Canada. He described the situation as a disastrous policy affecting Michiganders.

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Axios

Treasury Secretary Bessent Meets with Russian Finance Minister at G20

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov during the G20, marking Russia's first attendance at such a meeting since the Ukraine invasion. The discussions included topics like Trump's Ukraine peace plan and economic growth, amidst ongoing sanctions from European nations aimed at isolating Russia.

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PBS NewsHour

Trump Critiques Medicare for All During Remarks

President Trump criticized the Medicare for All proposal during a press conference, arguing that his approach to drug pricing is more effective and less costly. He raised concerns about the financial implications of universal health insurance and referenced potential increases in the number of uninsured individuals due to his policies.

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Al Jazeera English

Putin and Xi Strengthen Russia-China Relations at SCO Summit

At the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their strategic alliance amid global uncertainty. They discussed the strengthening of bilateral ties and cooperation, primarily focusing on economic relations, while briefly addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The summit marks the 25th anniversary of the SCO and includes over a dozen heads of state.

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Washington Post — Politics

Supreme Court allows White House ballroom construction to proceed

The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of continuing the construction of a new ballroom at the White House. This decision supports President Donald Trump's plans for a significant expansion of the executive mansion.

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PBS NewsHour

Trump announces nine pharmaceutical companies will offer discounted drug prices

President Trump announced that nine pharmaceutical companies will provide discounted drug prices to state Medicaid programs as part of his 'most favored nation' pricing system. The companies involved include Alcon, Astellas Pharma, and Teva Pharmaceuticals. While the administration claims potential savings of over $500 billion over ten years, it is unclear how much consumers will benefit due to existing insurance discounts.

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Guardian — US

US Military Confirms No Plans to Deploy Troops to Polling Sites for Midterm Elections

General Dan Caine, chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, confirmed that the US military has no plans to deploy troops to polling places during the November midterm elections. This assurance follows concerns raised by Senator Elissa Slotkin about potential military interference in the electoral process.

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The Hill

Trump's Approval Rating Declines Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict, Poll Shows

A recent poll by UMass Amherst indicates that President Trump's approval rating has dropped to 32 percent, down 1 percentage point. The survey, conducted from August 21 to August 26, 2026, suggests that the ongoing Iran conflict may be impacting public support for the president.

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Washington Post — Politics

JD Vance to Address Republican Jewish Coalition Summit Amid Opposition

JD Vance will address the Republican Jewish Coalition summit, where he faces opposition from prominent donors and activists regarding his potential presidential candidacy. The vice president's participation highlights the ongoing tensions within the coalition.

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