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Sen. Lindsey Graham announced White House support for tougher sanctions on Russia, stating that increased Ukrainian military capabilities and pressure on China could compel Moscow to negotiate. The proposal links enhanced firepower for Ukraine and economic measures to a potential resolution of the conflict.

The White House considered declaring a national emergency to address alleged vulnerabilities in voting machines before Trump removed leaders of the Election Assistance Commission, according to a report. Trump explored bypassing the federal election agency in this context.

US President Donald Trump faces security concerns over a new Air Force One plane gifted by Qatar, which lacks countermeasures like anti-missile defenses compared to the older jet. The Secret Service advised switching to the older plane amid heightened tensions with Iran, though Trump denied concerns and later referenced Iranian threats. The White House defended the new plane's safety, calling it state-of-the-art.

Security enhancements are underway on the North Portico of the White House, as reported by a White House official. The upgrades are described as part of ongoing security improvements.

The Trump administration seeks to restart nuclear talks with Iran if Tehran publicly confirms the Strait of Hormuz is open and ceases attacks on ships, according to a White House official. The administration states there is still a chance to resume negotiations under these conditions.

Iran admitted to Trump advisers that they made a mistake in shooting at ships in the strait. The White House wants Iran to publicly acknowledge the error.

A bipartisan group of senators announced an agreement with the Trump administration to advance new legislation sanctioning countries that purchase Russian oil, aiming to pressure Moscow. The legislation, which faced prior resistance from the White House, now appears closer to approval after Trump's recent shift in stance on the Ukraine war.

Donald Trump removed election commission members as part of his effort to reshape the US voting process. The article notes this is a Republican president's attempt to influence how U.S. elections are conducted.

Donald Trump removed election commission members as part of his effort to influence how U.S. elections are conducted. The action is described as a continuation of his attempts to reshape the voting process.

President Trump dismissed the remaining members of the bipartisan U.S. Elections Assistance Commission. The White House defended the move as enhancing election security, while critics labeled it a dangerous partisan action.

President Trump dismissed the remaining members of the bipartisan U.S. Elections Assistance Commission. The White House claims the action enhances election security, while critics describe it as a dangerous partisan move.

President Donald Trump dismissed two members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leading to its dissolution, a move seen as part of broader efforts to influence election procedures. The commission, established in 2002 to support state election systems, now has no members, with remaining Republican members resigning or leaving. Democrats and voting rights advocates criticize the action as an attempt to politicize elections ahead of midterms.

Democrats are adopting a strategy similar to the GOP's 'Project 2029' to create a policy agenda that would be ready for implementation if they regain the White House. The initiative aims to provide a governing blueprint for potential Democratic leadership.

US senators and the White House have reached a deal to strengthen sanctions against Russia. The agreement follows recent signals from Donald Trump indicating increased support for Kyiv.

President Donald Trump dismissed two members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leading to its dissolution ahead of the midterms. Activists view this as part of Trump's efforts to influence election procedures, including promoting voter ID requirements and restricting mail-in voting.

Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba discusses the White House's apparent shift in tone toward Kyiv. The article analyzes Ukraine's understanding of interactions with Trump-era figures.

The AI Futures Project, led by former OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo, proposes a temporary global pause on frontier AI research in 'AI 2040: Plan A' to prioritize safety and cooperation between the US and China. The plan faces criticism from AI accelerationists but emphasizes that current AI capabilities can still drive economic growth. The article notes China's push for a global AI cooperation organization and OpenAI's disagreements with the White House over AI safety rules.

President Trump dismissed two members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), leaving it without any members. Critics argue this action aims to politicize elections and influence the 2022 midterms, with the White House denying such intentions and emphasizing a commitment to fair elections.

President Trump is promoting Freedom Fuel gas stations in the Philadelphia region, which include a former Valero station. These stations are part of a chain of 25 newly branded locations and are supported by the White House.

President Trump removed members of the Election Assistance Commission, citing a Supreme Court ruling that allowed him to fire FTC Commissioner Louise Slaughter as legal precedent. The White House linked the removals to the ruling, with the action occurring months before midterm elections.

President Donald Trump will allow the bipartisan housing bill to become law without his signature, protesting the Senate's failure to pass his voter ID legislation. The bill aims to address housing affordability but Trump called it 'a yawn' compared to his priority of requiring proof of citizenship for voters.

President Donald Trump refuses to sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, protesting the Senate's failure to pass his preferred elections bill, the SAVE America Act. The housing bill, which passed both chambers of Congress, is expected to become law by default as Trump does not plan to veto it.

President Donald Trump refused to sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill in protest of the Senate not passing the Save America Act, a strict voter ID bill. The housing bill, aimed at lowering costs and increasing home construction, will become law without his signature.

President Trump will not sign a bipartisan housing bill to protest Congress's failure to pass a voter ID law. The housing bill could still become law without his signature, as he had 10 days to veto it but chose not to sign it. The bill aims to address housing affordability and construction.

President Donald Trump removed two Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission, Thomas Hicks and Benjamin Hovland, and the Republican member Christy McCormick resigned. The action follows a Supreme Court ruling granting the president authority to dismiss agency board members, as the commission had resisted Trump's push to require voter citizenship documentation on registration forms.

President Trump removed Benjamin Hovland and Thomas Hicks, members of the Election Assistance Commission, while Republican Christy McCormick resigned. The White House confirmed the action to The Hill, stating the President reserves the right to remove individuals.

A major bipartisan federal housing bill, aimed at addressing housing shortages, became law without significant fanfare. The legislation includes 56 regulatory tweaks, pilot programs, and grants, with supporters hoping collective efforts will improve housing affordability in California and nationwide.

An Afghan national accused of killing a National Guard member and wounding another near the White House is hospitalized after refusing to eat or drink, prompting concerns about his health. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, faces 17 charges, including first-degree murder, and a court ruled prosecutors can access his medical records during his hospitalization.

The White House reported that $125 million has been invested in Trump Accounts within the first five days of their launch on July 4. The program, offering $1,000 to each child's account, received donations from figures like Dell's CEO, SpaceX's president, and companies such as Goldman Sachs. President Donald Trump praised contributors, including Gwynne Shotwell and Michael Dell.

Israel shared intelligence with the US about Iran's alleged plan to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to sources. The US has not independently verified the plot, and some officials suggest Israel may aim to influence Trump's decisions on Iran. Trump acknowledged being on Iran's assassination lists and expressed concerns about escalating tensions.

The new Air Force One lacks defensive countermeasures present in its predecessor, raising concerns among experts about risks during overseas presidential travel. The White House asserts the aircraft's safety despite these deficiencies.

President Trump flew part of the way home on an older Air Force One instead of a newly refurbished Qatari-provided plane, raising questions about the security of the new model. The White House cited an abundance of caution for the decision.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of killing a National Guard member near the White House, was hospitalized after refusing food while in pretrial custody. Prosecutors seek access to his medical records as he faces first-degree murder charges for the November 2025 shooting that killed Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and critically injured Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national charged with killing National Guard member Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe in a November 2025 shooting near the White House, was hospitalized after refusing food in custody. Prosecutors cited concerns for his life-threatening condition and referenced court precedents allowing involuntary feeding of hunger-striking prisoners. An emergency hearing was held, and the judge ordered access to Lakanwal's medical records.

US President Donald Trump criticized China's renewable energy achievements and the EU on climate issues, with his rhetoric described as politically motivated and factually weak. His claims about China's clean-energy 'overcapacity' have not withstood scrutiny despite attempts to rally support in the American Midwest.

Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch disputed a White House report that accused the American history museum of promoting a 'radical view' of American history. The report was described as 'scathing' by the museum.

The White House reported receiving no Democratic response regarding vacancies at the SEC and CFTC. Both financial regulators are understaffed at leadership levels and lack Democratic commissioners, with no announcement from President Donald Trump on filling the roles.

President Trump uses Truth Social to share videos and memes of U.S. military strikes in Iran, framing the conflict as a spectacle of power while seeking an end to hostilities. Experts warn his posts desensitize the public to the human toll of war, with the administration amplifying war-as-entertainment through media comparisons to video games and Hollywood.

The U.S. launched new airstrikes against Iran after President Trump declared the end of a ceasefire, citing Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by targeting U.S.-allied Kuwait and Qatar, escalating tensions. Separately, diplomatic efforts between Israel and Lebanon advanced under U.S. coordination, and Iran's foreign minister engaged in regional talks to address the conflict.

Trump switched from a new $400M Qatari-donated Air Force One to the original presidential plane on his flight home from Turkey. The White House described this change as a strategic 'distraction and misdirection' aimed at ensuring his safety.