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Pentagon Blocks Release of GAO Report on F-35 Program

The Pentagon has prevented the publication of a government watchdog report on the costly and troubled F-35 fighter jet program.

Jul 15, 2026, 5:13 PM The Hill

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Ilhan Omar Introduces Resolution Urging US to Join International Criminal Court

Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar challenges Trump administration’s stance by pushing for US membership in the ICC amid ongoing legal and diplomatic tensions.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 PM

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Epstein Survivors Attend Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearing Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein were present at the July 15, 2026, confirmation hearing for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who defended the Justice Department's handling of Epstein-related files and pledged to restore public trust.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 PM

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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Calls for Dismantling of ICE at Hill Nation Summit

The New York Democrat urges a deep discussion on the future of Immigration and Customs Enforcement amid recent fatal shootings and ongoing immigration enforcement debates.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 3:56 PM

Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee in Attorney General Confirmation Hearing

Donald Trump’s nominee Todd Blanche testifies amid scrutiny over career prosecutor purges, Epstein files, and controversial charges.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 PM

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Head of Fake Nigerian Government Agency Arrested After Weeks on the Run

Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who led a bogus agency operating from Nigeria's presidency office, was detained following a court-issued warrant.

Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 3:34 PM

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Sen. Klobuchar Questions Acting AG Blanche on ICE-Involved Shootings Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

During a high-stakes confirmation hearing, Sen. Amy Klobuchar pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on recent ICE-related shootings and information sharing with state authorities.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 3:31 PM

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Canadian Woman in ICE Custody After Allegedly Slapping Teen Wearing Trump and ICE Clothing in New Jersey

Kaitlyn Tracey, 33, was charged with assault and child endangerment following an incident on the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk during the Fourth of July weekend.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:19 PM

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J250 Initiative Highlights Jewish Contributions as Antisemitism Hits 46-Year High

Launched during America’s 250th anniversary, the J250 Initiative aims to educate the public on Jewish American patriots and leaders amid rising antisemitic attacks.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 2:25 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Intense Confirmation Hearing Amid Opposition

Todd Blanche, nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the Justice Department, undergoes a challenging confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill while encountering opposition from Jeffrey Epstein survivors.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 12:46 PM

US Trial May Uncover Who Hired Hackers Targeting Exxon Climate Activists

Climate activists await court revelations on a hacking operation that targeted their communications amid ExxonMobil’s climate deception investigations.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 11:57 AM

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Arkansas Private School Founder Arrested Amid Abuse Allegations, Yet State Funding Continues

Despite abuse allegations and the arrest of its founder, The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain in Arkansas continues to receive public funds amid limited state oversight of private schools.

ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 11:10 AM

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Sierra Leone Drops Treason Charges Against Former President Ernest Bai Koroma

Charges related to a 2023 attempted coup, including treason, have been dismissed, allowing Koroma to return home after exile in Nigeria.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

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Trump Escalates Feud with The New York Times as DOJ Subpoenas Journalists

The Department of Justice has subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over their reporting on security issues related to the Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, marking a new phase in President Trump's ongoing conflict with the outlet.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:25 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Over DOJ Controversies

Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:31 AM

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Kenya High Court Rejects Rastafarians' Bid to Legalise Cannabis for Religious Use

The court ruled against the Rastafarian community's claim that cannabis prohibition violates their constitutional rights but called for a nationwide discussion on cannabis policy.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:46 AM

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Global Authorities Restrict Data Centre Construction Amid AI Boom

Governments and cities worldwide are imposing moratoriums and bans on new data centres due to concerns over environmental and community impacts driven by AI infrastructure demands.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

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Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Sentenced to Nearly Five Years for Fatal California Crash

Jashanpreet Singh, an illegal immigrant from India, received a prison sentence of four years and eight months after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter in a 2025 Southern California semitruck crash that killed three people, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 7:02 AM

ICE Suspends Most Vehicle Stops After Fatal Shootings of Two Men in Maine and Texas

Following the deaths of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement orders suspension of most vehicle stops amid calls to remove ICE from the streets.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 6:40 AM

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Houston Prosecutor Prepared to Charge ICE Agents in Fatal Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare is investigating the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent, while immigration lawyer Hugo Balderas-Ibarra, who represents some involved immigrants, faces separate felony charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:45 AM

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Senator Cornyn Voices Concern Over Acting AG Blanche’s Role in Trump IRS Audit Settlement

Sen. John Cornyn questions the involvement of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in a deal shielding former President Trump and his family from IRS audits.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:01 AM

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One Dead, Three Missing After Boat Capsizes Near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay

A 50-foot cabin cruiser named Volare capsized near Alcatraz Island, resulting in one death, three missing persons, and several injuries as rescue operations continue.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 1:23 AM

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Family Seeks Justice After Evidence Tampering Charges in Teen’s Drowning Death

Two teenagers were charged with tampering with evidence following the drowning of 18-year-old Daniel Erving at a Texas lake in April.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 12:28 AM

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Durbin Says Acting AG Blanche Called DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund ‘A Mistake’

Sen. Dick Durbin relayed that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche described the Trump-era fund as a misstep during a meeting ahead of Blanche’s Justice Department nomination hearing.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:05 AM