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SECOND TERM AGENDA

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Former DOJ Lawyer Liz Oyer Urges Senate to Reject Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination

Liz Oyer, fired after refusing to restore gun rights to Mel Gibson, criticizes Blanche for politicizing the Department of Justice during his Senate confirmation hearing.

Jul 16, 2026, 10:12 PM Guardian US

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Senator Tillis Conditions Support for Todd Blanche on Meeting Epstein Survivors

North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis demands Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche meet with Jeffrey Epstein survivors before advancing his confirmation.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 6:59 PM

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Mitch McConnell’s Hospitalization Raises Questions About Senate Replacement Process

The prolonged absence of US Senator Mitch McConnell due to health issues prompts discussions on temporary replacement and special election procedures in Kentucky.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 3:47 PM

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GOP Senators Divided as Tuberville Demands Clarity on McConnell’s Health and Senate Return

Senator Tommy Tuberville calls for transparency on Mitch McConnell’s medical condition and timeline for returning to Senate duties ahead of August recess, while Senator John Kennedy urges privacy.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 12:41 PM

US Attacks Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island Amid Escalating Iran Conflict; Tehran Releases US Citizen

The US renewed its blockade on Iranian ports by disabling an oil tanker near Kharg Island, while Iran faced strikes including on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran released a detained US citizen and immigration enforcement deaths prompt international scrutiny.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:48 AM

JD Vance Acknowledges Trump Administration’s Mishandling of Epstein Files Release

US Vice-President JD Vance admits communication errors in handling Jeffrey Epstein documents, calling for full transparency from the start.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 11:34 PM

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US Justice Department Denies New Mexico’s Request for Unredacted Epstein Files

The Justice Department cites federal law in refusing to share critical records with New Mexico, which is investigating alleged abuse at Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 11:22 PM

Mexico Requests US State Attorneys General Investigate Immigrant Deaths in ICE Custody

Following the death of Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Mexico formally asks US authorities to investigate deaths of Mexican immigrants during immigration enforcement operations.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 9:22 PM

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Jonathan Swan: Trump Fixated on Becoming a 'Great Man of History' in Second Term

In their new book 'Regime Change,' journalists Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman explore former President Trump's historical ambitions and his reaction to comparisons with dictators.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:27 PM

Trump Urges ICE to Resume Traffic Stops Following Fatal Shootings

Former President Donald Trump called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to continue traffic stops despite a temporary halt ordered by the Department of Homeland Security after two men were killed during recent operations.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 2:44 PM

Joe Biden to Release Memoir 'Promise Me, America' This Fall

Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir covering his presidency, including his economic policies and decision to forgo a second term, scheduled for release shortly after the 2026 midterm elections.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:04 PM

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2026 Hill Nation Summit Returns to Washington on July 15

The second annual Hill Nation Summit brings bipartisan discussions on policy and economic challenges amid a pivotal midterm election year.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:11 PM

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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

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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At Least 11 Fatal ICE Shootings Occur During President Trump's Second Term

Federal immigration officers have been involved in multiple fatal shootings amid high-profile incidents during the current presidential term.

CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 1:27 AM

Konstantin Sokolov to Chair $200M US State Department Fund for Central Asia Trade Corridor

Russian-born private equity investor and donor to Donald Trump’s ballroom project appointed to lead new enterprise fund focused on infrastructure investments in Armenia and surrounding regions.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 12:13 PM

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Trump Cuts Size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah

The reduction opens nearly 1.5 million acres of sacred Native American land to development, reversing protections established by previous administrations.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 5:34 AM

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US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly, Leaving Senate Seat Vacant

Lindsey Graham's unexpected death triggers a special election amid his campaign for a fifth term, with implications for the US Senate and President Donald Trump's agenda.

ABC Australia News | Jul 13, 2026, 3:01 AM

US Senator and Trump Ally Lindsey Graham Dies After Brief and Sudden Illness

Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican senator known for his hawkish foreign policy and close ties to Donald Trump, died at 71, prompting tributes from global leaders and a scramble to fill his Senate seat.

Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 10:43 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC is being drained again as part of a planned maintenance initiative linked to Donald Trump’s beautification project.

Crews Drain Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Amid Ongoing Maintenance Efforts

The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC is being drained again as part of a planned maintenance initiative linked to Donald Trump’s beautification project.

Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 2:31 AM

Trump Administration Appoints Climate Skeptic to Lead US Climate Report

Matthew Wielicki, a former geochemist critical of established climate science, has been named head of the US Global Change Research Program amid concerns from scientific communities.

Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 10:43 PM

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