Policy
Proposed BOP Budget Cuts Threaten Crime Reduction Gains
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Politics
Iran's Assassination Plot Against Trump: Intelligence Reveals Ongoing Threat
Former FBI agent Tracy Walder says no one should be shocked by Iran's assassination attempts on Trump, as Israeli intelligence reveals a new plot.
Policy
The Hidden History of Grooved Coin Edges: From Anti-Clipping to Modern Utility
The grooves on U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars originated in the 17th century to prevent coin clipping, a practice where people shaved precious metals from edges. Today, the reeds help distinguish coins by touch and assist vending machines.
Policy
Kia Orders 460K Telluride Owners to Park Outside Over Fire Risk; Third Such Alert
Kia has issued a 'park outside' recall for 460,000 Telluride SUVs over a fire risk from the front power seat motor. This is at least the third such alert from the automaker.
Politics
Cook Report Shifts 4 Governor Races Toward Democrats; Ohio, Arizona Key
The Cook Political Report shifted ratings in five gubernatorial races Friday, moving four toward Democrats as the party gains momentum in key states ahead of November.
International
Trump Softens NATO Stance on Ukraine, Troop Levels After Summit Strife
President Trump's initial confrontational tone at the NATO summit gave way to a more conciliatory posture, with support for Ukraine and no talk of leaving the alliance.
Defense
Ex-Trump Aide Coates Dismisses Iran Talks as Futile After President's 'Scum' Remark
Victoria Coates, a former deputy national security adviser to President Trump, backed his view that further talks with Iran are a waste of time after he called Tehran's negotiators 'scum' at a NATO summit.
Policy
Congressional Budget Process Is the Real Shark Eating U.S. Finances
Former congressional staffer Doug Branch uses 'Jaws' to argue that the 1974 Budget Act, not the national debt, is the real shark driving fiscal dysfunction and reconciliation abuse.
Politics
Trump Refuses to Sign Housing Bill, Demands Senate Pass SAVE America Act
President Trump refuses to sign a bipartisan housing bill, demanding the Senate first pass the SAVE America Act. He urges Republicans to end the filibuster to force it through.
Politics
Ex-Trump Aide: Vance Was 'Fall Guy' for Failed Iran Deal
Former Trump aide Caroline Sunshine says Vice President Vance was made the fall guy for a failed Iran memorandum of understanding, as Rubio kept his distance.
Marx Clinches GOP Nod for Colorado Governor, Faces Weiser in Blue State
Victor Marx, a ministry leader and Marine veteran, won the GOP primary for Colorado governor. He now faces Democrat Phil
Congress Must Act Now to Codify Sullivan and Protect Free Speech
Supreme Court justices are signaling they want to overturn the landmark 1964 defamation ruling. Congress should learn fr
Eight Charged in Plot to Attack White House UFC Event with Drones and Snipers
Eight men face federal charges for allegedly plotting a drone and sniper attack on the White House's UFC event, targetin
Schumer Accuses Trump of 'Brazen Power Grab' After Election Commission Firings
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer accused President Trump of a brazen power grab after the administration fired all
Trump Ousts Remaining Democratic Election Commissioners, Citing Executive Power
President Trump fired the remaining Democratic commissioners on the Election Assistance Commission, Benjamin Hovland and
Redistricting Battle in the South Exposes Democracy's Fragile Frontline
The Supreme Court's ruling on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act has sparked a wave of mid-decade redraws across the Sou
Boulder Climate Suit Relies on Discredited Emissions Scenario as Science Shifts
The Supreme Court is set to hear a climate liability case against energy producers, but the scientific scenario underpin
Trump EPA Moves to Slash Pollution Warranty for Heavy-Duty Trucks
The Trump administration proposed Thursday to shorten pollution control warranties for heavy-duty trucks, rolling back a
Prison Food Reform Gains Bipartisan Traction as Data Shows Nutrition Cuts Violence
A bipartisan push to improve prison nutrition, backed by research showing significant reductions in violence, is gaining
SEC Can Use AI to Boost Market Fairness Now, Expert Argues
The SEC can use AI and the Consolidated Audit Trail to detect market manipulation and insider trading faster, making cap
Trump's New Tariff Strategy: Shifting Legal Ground, Same Economic Pain for US Consumers
President Trump's latest tariff proposal uses forced labor as a rationale, but analysts say US consumers and firms will
Klobuchar and Sheehy Team Up to Let Students Use Federal Aid for Prior Learning Tests
Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tim Sheehy introduced the Credit for Prior Learning Act, letting students use up to $2,000 in fe
USPS Forever Stamps Hit 82 Cents Sunday as Eighth Hike Since 2021 Takes Effect
Forever stamps climb to 82 cents on Sunday, the eighth increase since 2021. Postcards and international mail also rise,
U.S. Minted 440,000 New Millionaires in 2025, UBS Report Shows
Over 440,000 Americans joined the millionaire club in 2025, driven by stock gains, but median wealth dropped 20% since 2
Fed Chair Warsh Plays Down Inflation Threat, Sidesteps Rate Cut Clues
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh downplayed inflation fears Wednesday, citing falling energy prices, and refused to sig
July Brings Third 'Bonus' Paycheck for Some Workers This Year
July marks the third triple-payday month of 2025 for some workers. Those paid weekly or bi-weekly should check their las
Deadline Nears: How Bank of America Customers Can Claim Part of $2.25M ATM Fee Settlement
Bank of America customers who checked balances at 7-Eleven ATMs between 2018 and 2021 may claim part of a $2.25 million
Limited-Edition July 4th Quarters Enter Circulation as U.S. Mint Marks 250th Anniversary
The U.S. Mint is releasing 250,000 special quarters with a 'July 4th' privy mark to celebrate America's 250th anniversar
Mexico to File Criminal Complaints Over ICE Deaths After Houston Shooting
Mexico will file criminal complaints in the U.S. over the deaths of Mexican citizens in ICE custody or operations, follo
Christian Pulisic Suffers Fractured Leg in US World Cup Exit Against Belgium
Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg in the US men's national team's 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium, ending their ho
Kudlow Criticizes Rush on Iran MOU, Questions Tehran's Compliance
Larry Kudlow argued the U.S. rushed into an interim deal with Iran, enabling oil sales without clear Iranian compliance,
Iraqi PM's Visit Offers Chance to Recast Stalled US Partnership
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Washington visit next week aims to pivot US-Iraq relations from conflict-based narra
Scottish Tartan Army Donates $15K to Massachusetts Students After World Cup Visit
Scottish national team supporters donated $15,000 to a Massachusetts education fund after their World Cup trip. The mone
Trump's Greenland Obsession: Right on Substance, Wrong on Style
President Trump's push for Greenland makes strategic sense, but his bullying approach backfires. Denmark subsidizes a di