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Frank Carone Arrested in NYC Bribery Probe

Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to ex-NYC Mayor Eric Adams, was arrested Wednesday morning at his Manhattan home by FBI agents. The arrest is part of a broader corruption investigation involving three others: Anthony Carone (his brother), Queens hotel owner Yan Po Zhu, and Crystal Chen. Acco

Jun 24, 6:31 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

4 articles from 4 publishers

PoliticsLegislation

Trump Seeks $87.6B for Iran War, Ebola, Farm Aid

The Trump administration has requested $87.6 billion in supplemental funding from Congress to address costs related to the Iran war, Ebola outbreak, and farm aid. The request includes $67 billion for the Pentagon, with allocations for munitions procurement, operational costs, and classified programs

Jun 24, 6:31 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

13 articles from 7 publishers

PoliticsImmigration

Judge Blocks ICE Arrests in Immigration Courts

A federal judge in California issued a nationwide injunction against the Trump administration's policy of arresting individuals at immigration courts and detaining them for more than 12 hours. U.S. District Judge P. Casey Pitts ruled that the policies were "arbitrary and capricious" and violated the

Jun 24, 4:32 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Legislation

Judge Demands Explanation for Kennedy Center Tarps

A federal judge has ordered Donald Trump’s administration to explain why a tarp was placed over the Kennedy Center’s facade after his name was removed from the building. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper demanded that the administration report by July 31 “the purpose and status of the tarp and

Jun 24, 4:32 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

Immigration

DHS Scraps Plan for Large ICE Detention Hubs

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has abandoned plans to convert large warehouses into massive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers, scaling back a key component of former Secretary Kristi Noem's $38 billion initiative to rapidly expand detention capacity. According to

Jun 24, 2:11 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

NY-12 Primary Becomes Second Most Expensive House Race

The primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District has become the second-most expensive House primary race on record, with $26.3 million in ad spending, according to AdImpact Politics. The race, which covers Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Upper West Side and Midtown, emerged as a high-stakes proxy

Jun 24, 2:11 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

Government

Gen. Donahue to Step Down Amid Military Leadership Shakeup

Gen. Christopher Donahue, commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, will step down from his post on July 2 after just 18 months in the role. According to multiple sources, including The Guardian , Fox News , and CBS News , Donahue's departure comes amid a broader effort by Defense Secretary Pete Heg

Jun 24, 11:48 AM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Trump's Iran Policy Sparks GOP Shouting Match

President Donald Trump's meeting with Senate Republicans turned into a shouting match over Iran policy, derailing discussions about the SAVE America Act , a controversial elections bill facing strong opposition within his own party. The legislation aims to impose strict new rules for voter registrat

Jun 24, 9:44 AM ET·2 min read

10 articles from 7 publishers

Government

Trump Orders DOJ to Probe Oil Companies Over Gas Prices

President Donald Trump instructed the Department of Justice to investigate oil companies for not lowering gasoline prices proportionally with falling crude costs. He accused them of 'gouging' customers as pump prices remain high ahead of midterm elections. The average price of petrol in the US was $

Jun 24, 7:34 AM ET·3 min read

7 articles from 3 publishers

Elections

Fujimori Wins Peru Presidency in Tight Runoff

Keiko Fujimori, the right-wing presidential candidate in Peru, has secured an insurmountable lead as vote counting for the runoff election entered its final stages. With 99.8% of ballots tallied, Fujimori held a margin of just over 43,000 votes (50.12%) over her leftist rival Roberto Sanchez. Accord

Jun 24, 3:56 AM ET·2 min read

6 articles from 4 publishers

ElectionsCONFLICTING REPORTS

Avila Chevalier Wins NY-13 Primary

Darializa Avila Chevalier won the Democratic primary in New York's 13th Congressional District on Tuesday night, defeating five-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat. The victory marks a significant shift in the district's political landscape and highlights Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s influence as well as the

Jun 24, 12:13 AM ET·2 min read

9 articles from 5 publishers

Elections

McAdams Wins Utah Democratic Primary in New District

Former Rep. Ben McAdams, a moderate Democrat, won the competitive Democratic primary in Utah's newly drawn 1st Congressional District on Tuesday, according to projections from CBS News and HuffPost. The district, which encompasses Salt Lake City and its suburbs, is considered a safe pickup for Dem

Jun 24, 12:13 AM ET·1 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

Immigration

Judge Blocks Trump ICE Courthouse Arrest Policies

A federal judge has vacated Trump administration policies that expanded Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) ability to conduct arrests at immigration courthouses and extend detention periods. According to HuffPost , District Judge P. Casey Pitts ruled the policies 'arbitrary and capricious'

Jun 24, 12:13 AM ET·1 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

ElectionsMIXED REPORTS

Cait Conley Wins NY-17 Democratic Primary

Cait Conley , a former national cybersecurity expert and Army veteran, has won the Democratic primary for New York's 17th Congressional District. According to projections from CBS News and reporting from HuffPost and Fox News , Conley will now face Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in what is expected to

Jun 24, 12:13 AM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 3 publishers

Immigration

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Fast-Track Deportation Expansion

A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump's administration can expand its fast-track deportation process nationwide, allowing for expedited removal of immigrants who cannot prove they have lived in the US for two years. The ruling overturns a lower court decision from August 2025 that had b

Jun 23, 8:30 PM ET·3 min read

6 articles from 5 publishers

Immigration

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Expanded Speedy Deportations

A federal appeals court on Tuesday allowed the Trump administration to resume carrying out speedy deportations of undocumented migrants throughout the United States, not just near the border. A divided three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit threw out a lo

Jun 23, 8:30 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

Elections

Alan Wilson Wins GOP Nomination for South Carolina Governor

State Attorney General Alan Wilson won the Republican runoff for South Carolina governor on Tuesday night, defeating Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and securing his place as the GOP nominee in November's general election against Democratic state Rep. Jermaine Johnson. The contest went to a runoff after no c

Jun 23, 8:30 PM ET·2 min read

6 articles from 5 publishers

Legislation

Tucker Carlson Leaves GOP Over Iran War Stance

Tucker Carlson, former Fox News host and longtime conservative commentator, has officially declared his departure from the Republican Party. In a recent podcast appearance, he expressed deep disillusionment with the GOP's stance on foreign policy, particularly its involvement in the Iran war. Carlso

Jun 23, 2:29 PM ET·2 min read

8 articles from 5 publishers

Elections

Mamdani's Wins Highlight Israel as Key Democratic Issue

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's endorsed candidates won their primary races, marking a significant shift in Democratic Party politics and highlighting Israel as a key issue. The victories were described by some observers as 'a political earthquake' for Democrats, with all three winning candidat

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·3 min read

12 articles from 7 publishers

HumanRights

Churchill Famine Artwork Removed After Outcry

An artwork at the National Portrait Gallery that suggested Winston Churchill deliberately allowed Indians to starve during the 1943 Bengal Famine has been removed following public outcry and a letter signed by over 50 peers, including Churchill’s grandson Sir Nicholas Soames. The video installation,

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Legislation

Supreme Court Rules Exxon Can Sue Cuba Over Seized Property

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that ExxonMobil can sue Cuban state-owned companies in American courts over property seized after Fidel Castro took power. The 6-3 decision , issued on Tuesday, is the second in as many months favoring U.S. owners of Cuban property confiscated by the Communist government

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

5 articles from 5 publishers

Legislation

Khanna Challenges Musk to Debate Over DOGE Impact

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) has publicly challenged Elon Musk to a televised debate regarding the impact of cuts made during Musk's tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The challenge came after an intense online exchange where Musk threatened legal action against Khanna fo

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 3 publishers

HumanRights

Supreme Court Rules Against Rastafarian Inmate in Religious Rights Case

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on Tuesday that Damon Landor, a former Louisiana inmate and devout Rastafarian, cannot sue state prison officials who shaved his dreadlocks in violation of his religious beliefs. The high court upheld lower courts' decisions dismissing Landor's lawsuit under the Reli

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Judge Blocks SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy

U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson blocked the Trump administration's efforts to allow five states to restrict Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients from using benefits to buy soda and candy. The ruling states that the Agriculture Department lacked authority to approve such

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Politics

Frank Carone Arrested in NYC Bribery Probe

Trump Seeks $87.6B for Iran War, Ebola, Farm Aid

Judge Blocks ICE Arrests in Immigration Courts

Judge Demands Explanation for Kennedy Center Tarps

DHS Scraps Plan for Large ICE Detention Hubs

NY-12 Primary Becomes Second Most Expensive House Race

Gen. Donahue to Step Down Amid Military Leadership Shakeup

Trump's Iran Policy Sparks GOP Shouting Match

Trump Orders DOJ to Probe Oil Companies Over Gas Prices

Fujimori Wins Peru Presidency in Tight Runoff

Avila Chevalier Wins NY-13 Primary

McAdams Wins Utah Democratic Primary in New District

Judge Blocks Trump ICE Courthouse Arrest Policies

Cait Conley Wins NY-17 Democratic Primary

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Fast-Track Deportation Expansion

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Expanded Speedy Deportations

Alan Wilson Wins GOP Nomination for South Carolina Governor

Tucker Carlson Leaves GOP Over Iran War Stance

Mamdani's Wins Highlight Israel as Key Democratic Issue

Churchill Famine Artwork Removed After Outcry

Supreme Court Rules Exxon Can Sue Cuba Over Seized Property

Khanna Challenges Musk to Debate Over DOGE Impact

Supreme Court Rules Against Rastafarian Inmate in Religious Rights Case

Judge Blocks SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy

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Frank Carone Arrested in NYC Bribery Probe

Trump Seeks $87.6B for Iran War, Ebola, Farm Aid

Judge Blocks ICE Arrests in Immigration Courts

Judge Demands Explanation for Kennedy Center Tarps

DHS Scraps Plan for Large ICE Detention Hubs

NY-12 Primary Becomes Second Most Expensive House Race

Gen. Donahue to Step Down Amid Military Leadership Shakeup

Trump's Iran Policy Sparks GOP Shouting Match

Trump Orders DOJ to Probe Oil Companies Over Gas Prices

Fujimori Wins Peru Presidency in Tight Runoff

Avila Chevalier Wins NY-13 Primary

McAdams Wins Utah Democratic Primary in New District

Judge Blocks Trump ICE Courthouse Arrest Policies

Cait Conley Wins NY-17 Democratic Primary

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Fast-Track Deportation Expansion

Appeals Court Allows Trump's Expanded Speedy Deportations

Alan Wilson Wins GOP Nomination for South Carolina Governor

Tucker Carlson Leaves GOP Over Iran War Stance

Mamdani's Wins Highlight Israel as Key Democratic Issue

Churchill Famine Artwork Removed After Outcry

Supreme Court Rules Exxon Can Sue Cuba Over Seized Property

Khanna Challenges Musk to Debate Over DOGE Impact

Supreme Court Rules Against Rastafarian Inmate in Religious Rights Case

Judge Blocks SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy

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