Supreme Court to Hear Case on Constitutionality of Assault Weapon Bans
The Court will address whether bans on widely owned rifles like the AR-15 violate the Second Amendment.
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The Court will address whether bans on widely owned rifles like the AR-15 violate the Second Amendment.
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In recent rulings, the Supreme Court upheld gun rights for cannabis users, struck down Hawaii’s restrictive firearm access law, and agreed to hear cases on assault weapon bans.
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The Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's Executive Order aiming to deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. to temporary visitors and illegal aliens, reaffirming the Fourteenth Amendment's birthright citizenship clause.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 11:47 AM
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The Court will consider whether the Second and Fourteenth Amendments protect the right to possess AR-15 style rifles.
Reason | Jul 1, 2026, 2:56 AM
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Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis seek written assurances from the Justice Department regarding a Trump-IRS settlement, stalling the confirmation process.
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Negotiations continue over revisions to the Protect College Sports Act, with sponsors aiming for a vote before the Senate's summer recess.
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The new program expands commercial driver’s license eligibility for veterans and removes improperly licensed drivers, targeting safety concerns on U.S. roadways.
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During a congressional appearance, Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions about the origins of COVID-19, invoking his Fifth Amendment rights.
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FIFA has filed disciplinary charges against Argentina following a post-final brawl with Spain and for displaying a political banner after their semifinal win against England.
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Oxford University begins human trials of a rapidly developed vaccine amid a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
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Global oil prices jumped nearly 8% amid geopolitical tensions, while U.S. stock markets experienced significant declines following an Iranian missile attack and President Trump's vow of reprisal.
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Burnham pledges to address unfair high costs in adult social care, acknowledging the need for difficult decisions and possible tax rises despite past political opposition.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 29, 2026, 8:21 PM
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The UN World Food Programme calls for urgent funding to address worsening food insecurity that hampers efforts to control the fastest growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 7:56 PM
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António Guterres announces plans to convene fresh 5+1 talks aimed at resolving the long-standing division of Cyprus, emphasizing the urgent need to rebuild trust between the island's communities.
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Former NIAID director Anthony Fauci declined to answer Senate committee questions on gain-of-function research in Wuhan, citing repeated personal attacks and legal concerns.
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Authorities respond to a fatal house fire in Wiley Park, Sydney, with a coroner's report pending.
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Following an attack by Iran on U.S. forces in the Middle East, hostilities between the two nations have resumed. Meanwhile, a Senate committee is set to question Anthony Fauci regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
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In a speech at a First Liberty Institute event, Judge Ho reflects on the nature of courage and its significance in choosing judges.
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Japanese medical equipment maker Nipro aims to address labor shortages and rising kidney disease rates by deploying a mobile dialysis training unit across four Indian states.
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Federal agencies have encouraged states to increase civil commitment of homeless people with mental illness or substance abuse issues, sparking debate over the approach and its impact on homelessness policy.
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Body camera footage and text messages included in ACLU court filings allege federal immigration agents used derogatory language during enforcement operations last summer.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 2:51 AM
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The Energy Department has signed agreements with Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho to investigate potential nuclear waste storage sites amid ongoing disposal challenges.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 1:28 AM
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The legislation, supported by members of both parties, aims to impose steep tariffs on Russian imports and energy buyers, including China and India, while extending sanctions on Iran.
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