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Anti-Abortion Activists Intensify Efforts After Planned Parenthood Funding Left Out of GOP Reconciliation 3.0

The expiration of a Medicaid funding ban for abortion providers and its omission from the latest Republican budget framework has heightened tensions with anti-abortion groups.

Jul 18, 2026, 5:28 PM The Hill

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Majority of Congress Supports Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act, Yet It Remains Stalled

Despite bipartisan backing from 259 House members, the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act faces delays in the Ways and Means Committee, prolonging waiting periods for critical benefits.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 2:17 PM

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House Task Force Investigates Birth Tourism Companies for Possible Criminal Conspiracy

Rep. Brandon Gill leads subpoenas targeting firms aiding foreign nationals in traveling to the U.S. to give birth, alleging potential criminal conspiracy.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 1:23 PM

Washington DC Residents Describe City as ‘Under Siege’ One Year After National Guard Deployment

Nearly a year after thousands of National Guard troops were deployed to Washington DC under a presidential crime emergency order, residents express growing unease and resistance as the deployment is extended through 2029.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 12:08 PM

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AIPAC Suspends Fundraising for House Democrats Opposing Israel Military Aid

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee has halted campaign donations for over two dozen House Democrats who voted to restrict U.S. military aid to Israel in the 2027 fiscal funding bill.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 1:03 AM

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New York Times Faces Criticism for Labeling AIPAC a 'Hard-Right' Pro-Israel Group

The New York Times' description of AIPAC as a 'hard-right pro-Israel lobbying group' in its coverage of a House vote on Israel aid has drawn backlash from critics and commentators.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 12:49 AM

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Trump Alleges Foreign Election Interference in 2026 White House Address

President Trump cited declassified documents to claim vulnerabilities in U.S. elections and accused China of attempting to influence the 2020 election, while intelligence reports offer nuanced assessments.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 12:18 AM

Democrats Demand Investigation into ICE Officer Shooting in Maine Amid Allegations

Following reports of past violent behavior by an ICE officer involved in a fatal shooting in Maine, Democratic lawmakers call for a review of ICE hiring practices and further investigation.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 11:51 PM

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House Oversight Committee Probes Leon Black’s Ties to Epstein Amid NDA Subpoenas

Leon Black’s June 26 interview with the House Oversight Committee ended abruptly after subpoenas were issued, with further scrutiny planned for September.

CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 11:33 PM

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Democrats Reject Trump’s Claims of 2020 Election Fraud

Following President Donald Trump’s renewed allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, Democratic leaders and governors issued strong rebuttals, emphasizing the security of U.S. elections.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 3:42 AM

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Trump Accuses China of Penetrating U.S. Voter Rolls in New 2020 Election Claims

President Trump alleges election system flaws and Chinese interference in a primetime speech, while experts and officials dispute the claims.

CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 3:19 AM

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Trump Releases Declassified Election Intelligence Highlighting Vulnerabilities

In a primetime address, President Donald Trump unveiled declassified intelligence on election security and called for voter ID and citizenship verification amid legislative urgency.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 1:38 AM

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Congress Poised to Approve $60 Billion Funding for Pentagon Despite Audit Failures

House Republicans propose a budget reconciliation bill to allocate $60 billion to the Department of Defense amid ongoing concerns over financial accountability and rising war costs in Iran.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:08 PM

world

ATO Faces Scrutiny Over $73.4 Million Move to New Adelaide Skyscraper

The Australian Taxation Office plans to relocate its Adelaide offices to Festival Tower Two, sparking debate over the $73.4 million fit-out cost and the necessity of leaving a relatively new building.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:54 PM

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GOP Voices Concern Over Trump’s 2026 Speech Focused on 2020 Election

Some Republicans express unease that President Trump’s upcoming primetime address may revisit the 2020 election, urging a focus on future contests instead.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 8:48 PM

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Beijing Condemns US Semiconductor Export Controls as Threat to Global Supply Chains

China criticizes US legislative efforts to restrict access to advanced chips, warning of disruptions to global industrial networks amid escalating tech tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 8:07 PM

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Tenn. Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Require Insurance Coverage for Detransition Procedures

The TRUTH in Coverage Act aims to mandate health insurers covering gender transition surgeries to also cover reversal procedures, addressing concerns about patient care post-transition.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:49 PM

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UN Member States Commit to Closing $4 Trillion Development Financing Gap Amid Aid Decline

At the conclusion of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum, countries pledged reforms to boost Sustainable Development Goal funding despite a significant drop in official development assistance.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:30 PM

House Vote Reveals Growing Fracture in Democratic Support for Israel

Over 100 House Democrats voted to cut military aid to Israel, signaling a shift in party consensus amid changing public opinion.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 6:28 PM

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GOP's $95 Billion Defense Package Clears Key Committee Amid Conservative Criticism

House GOP advances a $95 billion budget framework despite opposition from fiscal hawks over lack of spending offsets, with a critical floor vote expected next week.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:14 PM

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Government Counsel Blames Deceitful Firms for Deadly Tai Po Blaze

Jenkin Suen SC attributes the Wang Fuk Court fire primarily to contractors’ misconduct, highlighting systemic regulatory challenges but cautioning against overemphasizing government failures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 PM

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Calls for Reform Persist Amid Sexual Misconduct Issues in U.S. House of Representatives

Despite resignations and investigations, the U.S. House of Representatives faces ongoing demands for systemic changes and greater transparency on workplace harassment.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 12:37 PM

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Germany's Bundesrat Approves Bill to Criminalize Denial of Israel's Right to Exist

Germany's upper parliamentary chamber has passed a bill aiming to ban public denial of Israel's right to exist, citing rising antisemitism since 2023. The legislation now awaits approval by the Bundestag.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 12:07 PM

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Uncertain Confirmation as GOP Senators Withhold Support

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM