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Presidential Control Expands Over Federal Commissions

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Greystar, Largest US Landlord, Accused of Violating Fair Housing Laws

Civil rights complaints filed in multiple states and Washington DC allege Greystar refuses federal housing vouchers and breaks local affordable housing laws.

Jul 16, 2026, 6:36 PM Guardian US

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Social Security Faces 22% Benefit Cut as Trust Fund Nears Depletion

With Social Security’s retirement trust fund expected to run dry by early 2033, a 22 percent cut in benefits looms for all recipients, raising urgent questions for the incoming Senate.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 6:34 PM

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Monitoring the Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict

As Iran and the United States continue to exchange fire over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, multiple surveillance methods are employed to track activity in the region.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 PM

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Maryland Woman Sent Over $90,000 to Fake Military Boyfriend Despite Suspicions

Jean Booth’s yearlong ordeal highlights the surge in romance scams, with Americans losing $1.3 billion last year.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 5:27 PM

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Neville Roy Singham, Husband of Code Pink Founder, Investigated for Federal Agent and Tax Law Violations

The investigation into Neville Roy Singham, a major backer of left-leaning nonprofits, has expanded from potential Foreign Agents Registration Act violations to a criminal tax probe.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 4:33 PM

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Iran Urges Yemen’s Houthis to Block Red Sea if U.S. Strikes Tehran’s Energy Sites

Iran reportedly requested Yemen’s Houthis to disrupt Red Sea shipping routes in response to potential U.S. attacks on its energy infrastructure, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 3:55 PM

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Federal Government Overhauls Higher Education Outcome Measurements to Focus on Skills

New rules shift accountability from graduate earnings to competencies amid rapid workforce changes.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 3:49 PM

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Over 800 Wildfires Rage in Canada as Smoke Triggers Hazardous Air Quality Alerts in US

Wildfires burning across Canada have led to hazardous air quality warnings extending into northern US states, with extensive damage reported and cross-border coordination ongoing.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:37 PM

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James Comer Proposes Legislation to Give Congress Veto Power Over D.C. Tax Increases

House Oversight Chairman James Comer introduced a bill requiring congressional approval for any new or increased taxes or fees passed by the D.C. Council.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:34 PM

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WHO Warns Ebola Spreading Faster Than Ever in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo faces its third-largest Ebola outbreak, with rapid virus spread complicated by conflict and lack of an approved vaccine.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 3:33 PM

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DHS Declares ‘All-Out War’ on Immigration Scammers Amid Doubling of Fraud Complaints

The Department of Homeland Security intensifies efforts to combat a surge in immigration-related scams that have defrauded victims of over $94 million in the past five years.

ProPublica | Jul 16, 2026, 3:16 PM

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Elon Musk’s xAI Sues South Carolina Man Over Misuse of Grok Chatbot

xAI has filed a federal lawsuit in Texas accusing Terry Wayne Harwood of using the Grok AI chatbot to create and distribute child sexual abuse material through multiple fake accounts.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 3:13 PM

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GWU Regulatory Studies Center Calls for Papers on Policymaker Responses to Administrative Law Changes

The center seeks research on how lawmakers and agencies are adapting to significant Supreme Court rulings reshaping administrative law over the past 15 years.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 3:04 PM

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President Trump Fires Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Shortly After Court Appointment

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PM

Trump Fires Newly Appointed US Attorney in Seattle Less Than an Hour After Swearing-In

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as US attorney for Seattle but was removed by President Donald Trump shortly after taking office, underscoring tensions between the judiciary and the administration.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 2:02 PM

Trump Administration Replaces Slavery Exhibit at George Washington’s Philadelphia Home Amid Legal Battle

The National Park Service swapped out panels detailing the lives of enslaved people at George Washington’s home with new ones sympathetic to enslavers, sparking criticism and ongoing legal challenges from Philadelphia.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 11:52 AM

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Hundreds Protest in Kyiv Over Dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Protesters in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities demand President Zelenskyy reverse his decision amid concerns over defence leadership unity.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 11:27 AM

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Ambiguity in US-Iran MoU Sparks Renewed Conflict in Strait of Hormuz

A vague memorandum of understanding on safe passage has failed to clarify governance of the Strait of Hormuz, leading to escalating military tensions between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 10:55 AM

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Congress Passes Major Housing Bill Without President Trump's Signature

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act becomes law, introducing federal incentives for housing development and limiting private equity home purchases amid bipartisan support.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:45 AM

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Canada’s Northern Border Faces Security Challenges Amid Rising Cartel Activity

Department of Homeland Security highlights fentanyl seizures and cross-border apprehensions as concerns grow over northern border vulnerabilities.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:43 AM

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Trump Acknowledges Knowledge of Iran’s Remaining IRGC Leaders but Declines to Disclose Plans

President Donald Trump confirms awareness of the whereabouts of Iran’s lower-tier IRGC leaders but refrains from discussing potential military actions publicly amid ongoing tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:40 AM

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Former Dunn Housing Authority Director Sentenced for Embezzling Over $200,000

Debbie Norris Woodell received a two-year federal prison sentence and must repay $238,448 after admitting to conspiring to steal taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 8:40 AM

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US and Iran Exchange Military Strikes Amid Renewed Tensions in Gulf

The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military sites, while Iran responded with attacks on US bases in the region, escalating conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:55 AM

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Court Battle Over Loan Repayment Deepens for Victorian MP Moira Deeming

Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming faces new legal challenges as she seeks to access funds owed from a defamation case to repay her financial backer amid party disputes.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:15 AM