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Jury Deliberates in Diddy Sex Trafficking Case
The federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs nears its conclusion as jurors begin weighing life-altering charges.
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GOP Rushes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to ...
Republicans aim to pass Trump’s sweeping bill before the holiday while Democrats prepare for battle and GOP tensions rise.
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Supreme Court Limits Lower Courts in Citizenshi...
The high court’s ruling weakens judicial checks on executive power and puts birthright citizenship back into legal limbo.
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Pew Study: Americans Still Avoid Paying for News
A new Pew survey finds most Americans hit paywalls often — but almost no one pays. Here’s why that matters for journalism’s future.
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Senate Rules Stop Trump’s $250 Billion Medicaid...
Senate rules just blocked a major provision in Trump’s tax plan — a $250 billion Medicaid cut that needed a fast-track process to avoid filibuster.
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#OTD in History: Whitney Houston Debuts at No. 1
On June 27, 1987, Whitney Houston made music history with “Whitney,” becoming the first woman to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
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Supreme Court Blocks Medicaid Funds for Planned...
The court’s 6-3 decision opens the door for states to deny Medicaid patients access to Planned Parenthood — even for basic care.
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A Juneteenth Snub? Trump Questions Federal Holi...
President Trump used Juneteenth to post about "too many" federal holidays, leading many to interpret his message as a direct rebuke of the day itself.
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Justice Department Sues Entire Maryland Federal...
The Trump administration has taken the unprecedented step of suing every federal judge in Maryland, escalating a battle over judicial orders on immigration.
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#OTD in 2015: Marriage Equality Becomes the Law...
On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage. A decade later, joy is mixed with ongoing concern over its future.
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'Disappeared in America' Campaign Confronts Sec...
Activists rally across the country to protest covert deportation tactics under the Trump administration, demanding protection of due process.
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Intel Disputes Trump’s Claim Iran’s Nuclear Pro...
Despite Trump’s bold statement, a leaked report and satellite imagery suggest Iran’s nuclear infrastructure remains largely intact.
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Study: Marijuana May Harm Heart Health
A UCSF study finds early signs of heart damage in marijuana users, raising new concerns amid growing legalization.
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#OTD in History: Michael Jackson Dies at 50
On June 25, 2009, the world mourned the loss of pop icon Michael Jackson, whose influence on music and culture remains profound.
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Trump Admin Backtracks on DOGE Cuts
The Trump administration is reversing course after sweeping layoffs, rehiring federal workers from agencies like CDC and NWS.
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Trump to Israel: ‘Do Not Drop Those Bombs’
President Trump issued a blunt warning to Israel following a fragile ceasefire with Iran, pushing both sides to stand down amid escalating tensions.
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How Vacant Homes Are Dragging Down Property Values
A LendingTree study finds that higher housing vacancy rates are linked to lower home values — and your neighborhood could be at risk.
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#OTD: Patrice Lumumba and the Birth of Independ...
On this day in 1960, Patrice Lumumba became the first prime minister of Congo, marking a milestone in African liberation history.
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Iran Retaliates After U.S. Airstrikes
Iran fires back with missile strikes on U.S. bases after Trump targets nuclear sites; oil and diplomacy hang in the balance.
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Cato: Trump’s ICE Crackdown Targets Noncriminals
Cato Institute reports show that a majority of individuals detained by ICE under the Trump administration had no violent or criminal convictions.
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Trump Hints at Regime Change After Iran Strikes
President Trump’s Iran comments spark concern after surprise strikes and limited briefings for Democratic leaders.
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Ocasio-Cortez Calls for Impeachment Over Iran S...
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says Trump’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites are unconstitutional and grounds for impeachment.
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Judge Orders Release of Columbia Protester
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia grad student and protest leader, is freed after months in detention as the Trump administration’s crackdown faces legal pushback.
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Trump Weighs Iran Strike as Gas Prices Soar
President Trump mulls military action as gas prices rise nationwide, squeezing American families already grappling with inflation.
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Court Says Trump Can Control California Guard
A federal appeals court backed the Trump administration’s authority to control National Guard troops in Los Angeles, sparking debate over state rights.
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