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Trump's appearance at the Great American State Fair, intended as a 250th birthday celebration for the U.S., was criticized for turning into a partisan MAGA rally. His speech focused on divisive issues and self-praise, leading to artist cancellations and a deflated event atmosphere.

Gen. Christopher Donahue, a decorated and respected U.S. Armed Forces member, is retiring after being forced out by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. He joins over a dozen senior officers recently dismissed.

Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) announced he will not vote for a war powers resolution to withdraw U.S. armed forces deployed against Iran. He criticized the measure as a messaging vote and declined to join four Republican senators supporting a discharge motion on the resolution.

President Donald Trump notified Congress that a ceasefire with Iran has ended hostilities, resetting the War Powers Resolution clock, but legal experts dispute this claim due to ongoing U.S. military operations like the Strait of Hormuz naval blockade. The White House argues the 60-day war powers deadline has been paused, while critics assert active military actions invalidate the reset.

President Trump claims a ceasefire with Iran ended hostilities, resetting the 60-day War Powers Resolution clock, but legal experts argue ongoing military operations like the Strait of Hormuz naval blockade invalidate this claim. The White House notified Congress of terminated hostilities, though U.S. forces continue enforcing a blockade and seizing vessels.