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US War in Iran Costs Reach $37.5 Billion, Pentagon Chief Tells Lawmakers

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Jul 22, 2026, 3:02 AM South China Morning Post World

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Democrats Criticize Trump’s Construction Projects in Washington Hearing

Congressional Democrats held a hearing to challenge President Trump’s use of no-bid contracts and personal branding on government projects.

CBS Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 12:45 AM

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Pentagon Leaders Testify on $88 Billion War Funding as Trump Signals No Interest in Iran Talks

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before Congress amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and President Trump's mixed messages on military action.

NBC Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 10:13 PM

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Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods, Citing Unfair Trade Practices

The Trump administration announced new tariffs targeting Canadian cultural imports, invoking a rarely used 1930 tariff law amid ongoing trade tensions.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 7:47 PM

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Nancy Mace Endorses Ralph Norman Over Trump’s Preferred Senate Candidate in South Carolina

Rep. Nancy Mace breaks with former President Donald Trump by endorsing Ralph Norman in the special Senate election to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 4:39 PM

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Violent Protests in Delhi Continue Amid Calls for Government Accountability

At least 60 protesters and 118 police officers were injured during clashes in Delhi, as opposition leaders demand resignations and government response.

BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 12:29 PM

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Conservative PAC Targets Two Key House Races in $15 Million Big Tech Campaign

Defending Our Values PAC backs Republican candidates Rhett Marques and Scott Singer in crucial 2026 primaries to help preserve GOP House majority amid growing AI policy debates.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 10:36 AM

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Speaker Johnson's Plan to Bypass Democrats on SAVE Act Clears Key House Committee, Boosting GOP

The SAVE America Act, backed by former President Trump, advances through the House Rules Committee, setting up a chamber-wide vote despite ongoing Senate challenges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 1:18 AM

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Alaska’s Nearly Deserted Adak Island Pays Over $340,000 Annually to Keep Empty Buildings Wired for Slow Internet

Despite a largely abandoned Navy base and minimal internet use, subsidies continue to fund costly internet infrastructure on Adak Island, raising questions about government spending and broadband standards.

ProPublica | Jul 20, 2026, 12:20 PM

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US Military Conducts Ninth Night of Air Strikes on Iran; One US Soldier Killed in Iraq

A US service member died in Iraq during a controlled detonation of a downed Iranian drone, marking the third US soldier killed since the ceasefire ended and prompting renewed US strikes on Iran.

France 24 English | Jul 20, 2026, 12:38 AM

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Experts and Lawmakers Reflect on Challenges Facing Congress in 2026

Congress faces criticism for gridlock and diminished authority amid a polarized political climate, with experts and politicians calling for renewed cooperation.

CBS Politics | Jul 19, 2026, 10:31 PM

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Tom Homan Advocates for Body Cameras Following Fatal ICE Shootings in Texas and Maine

White House border czar Tom Homan supports wider deployment of body cameras for ICE officers after recent fatal shootings, citing transparency and public trust.

CBS Politics | Jul 19, 2026, 8:05 PM

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Trump Urges Inclusion of Iran in Russia Sanctions Bill

President Trump called on Congress to add Iran to legislation targeting countries purchasing Russian energy, aiming to broaden sanctions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Washington Times News | Jul 19, 2026, 4:01 PM

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Trump Administration Accused of Overriding Congressional Budget Decisions

President Trump and the Office of Management and Budget face accusations of violating the separation of powers by withholding funds Congress specifically approved.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:28 PM

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Trump Urges Congress to Add Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill in Honor of Lindsey Graham

President Trump calls for expanding the bipartisan Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to include Iran, following recent escalations in U.S.-Iran tensions and to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:12 PM

Ralph Norman Enters South Carolina Senate Race to Succeed Lindsey Graham

Republican Congressman Ralph Norman announces Senate bid despite Donald Trump's backing of Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, in the upcoming GOP primary.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 8:10 PM

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Ousted Squad Democrat Cori Bush Campaigns with Maoist Activist Linked to Controversial Rhetoric

Cori Bush, seeking to return to Congress, is campaigning alongside activist Christopher Winston, known for his Maoist views and controversial statements supporting Hamas, Hezbollah, and political violence.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 6:56 PM

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Jim Acosta Urges TV Networks to Avoid Live Broadcasts of Some Trump Speeches

Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta criticized networks for airing President Donald Trump's primetime address live, calling it irresponsible without real-time fact-checking.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 6:26 PM

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USMCA Faces Strain Amid Leadership Changes and Tense US-Canada Relations

As the USMCA review period unfolds, Congress, Mexico, and Canada hold a key role in preserving the trade agreement amid political tensions and leadership shifts.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:53 PM

Editorial image for Epstein Survivor Jess Michaels Describes Meeting with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as ‘Disappointed, Disturbed and Undaunted’

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Epstein Survivor Jess Michaels Describes Meeting with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as ‘Disappointed, Disturbed and Undaunted’

Jess Michaels, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein, expressed frustration after a meeting with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, calling for continued DOJ investigation and better victim privacy protections.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 2:43 PM

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Brazil's Lula Vows Response to New U.S. Tariffs

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva rejects U.S. tariffs on Brazilian imports and signals possible retaliation amid ongoing trade tensions.

Africanews | Jul 18, 2026, 11:01 AM

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Lawmakers Divided on Congressional Term Limits Amid Health Concerns

As questions about age and health arise in Congress, lawmakers express differing views on implementing term limits for federal representatives.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 8:58 AM

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House Democrats Caught Off Guard by DSA’s Call to Abolish Senate, Presidency, and Supreme Court

The Democratic Socialists of America unveiled a platform seeking to overhaul the U.S. political system, prompting evasive responses from prominent House Democrats.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 8:25 AM

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Federal Courts of Appeal Address Postal Service Changes, Religious School Aid, and Due Process in Immigration Cases

Recent rulings from multiple federal appellate courts cover challenges to Postal Service changes, state aid restrictions on religious schools, affirmative action critiques, and immigration bond hearings.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 8:12 AM