Ex-Bush and Obama Officials Call for Sunset of War on Terror Powers
Former top U.S. officials reflect on the enduring and expanded use of the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force and the balance between security and civil liberties.
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Former top U.S. officials reflect on the enduring and expanded use of the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force and the balance between security and civil liberties.
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The move to disband the Election Assistance Commission has drawn sharp criticism from Democrats and election officials, who warn it threatens election integrity ahead of the 2026 US midterm elections.
Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 4:17 AM
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The World Meteorological Organization reports Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record in 2026, with global sea surface temperatures also reaching new highs amid escalating climate impacts.
UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 3:55 AM
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The National Capital Planning Commission granted initial approval for Donald Trump’s 250-foot Independence Arch despite public opposition and ongoing debate over federal height restrictions.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 10, 2026, 1:39 AM
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President Trump’s decision to fly part of the way on an older Air Force One instead of the newly refurbished Qatari plane has sparked questions about the security features of the gifted aircraft.
The Hill | Jul 10, 2026, 12:11 AM
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Following Graham Platner’s withdrawal from the Maine US Senate race amid sexual assault allegations, progressive groups and lawmakers are rallying behind new candidates while centrist Democrats urge caution.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 10:28 PM
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Following allegations of sexual assault, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has suspended his campaign, leaving Democrats scrambling for a replacement ahead of the general election.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 8:07 PM
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The Palm Beach International Airport in South Florida officially changed its name to honor former President Donald J. Trump, marking a notable shift in naming conventions for public spaces.
Euronews | Jul 9, 2026, 7:42 PM
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More than 500 ships have transited the Strait of Hormuz since the US-Iran truce, but renewed conflict has left many vessels stuck and thousands of seafarers stranded.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 6:17 PM
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The NATO summit in Ankara focused on defense investments and support for Ukraine, while the US sought European assistance to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime passage affected by Iran.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 5:37 PM
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Stephanie Turner cites a $5,000 scholarship awarded to transgender fencer Redmond Sullivan as validation for her protest against transgender athletes in women's fencing.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 1:21 PM
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María Corina Machado, a 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Venezuelan opposition figure, seeks to return to Venezuela following a devastating earthquake, but faces resistance from both the Venezuelan government and the United States.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 9, 2026, 7:13 AM
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Following a long-running clerical error, Yooralla has rectified underpayments to over 1,300 staff and entered an enforceable undertaking with the Fair Work Ombudsman.
ABC Australia News | Jul 9, 2026, 5:54 AM
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Professor Serigne Magueye Gueye of Senegal and the Fondation Bonne Action Umugiraneza of Burundi receive recognition for their contributions to reproductive health and support for vulnerable communities.
UN News | Jul 9, 2026, 4:40 AM
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A US appeals court has ruled that Donald Trump’s name must remain off the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts while the organization appeals a prior ruling that deemed the name change illegal.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 4:23 AM
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Brig. Gen. Eric Widmar, senior legal counsel to Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine, is leaving nearly a year ahead of schedule amid a wave of Pentagon departures since the start of the second Trump administration.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 1:12 AM
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Following fresh attacks and retaliatory strikes between the U.S. and Iran, President Donald Trump announced the breakdown of last month's interim agreement with Tehran.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 8, 2026, 8:39 PM
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At the NATO summit, President Trump defended arms sales to Turkey and declared an interim ceasefire with Iran over following recent regional conflicts.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 1:33 PM
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At a NATO summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump expressed frustration with European allies over their stance on Iran and Greenland, while also addressing tensions with Spain and offering concessions to Turkey.
France 24 English | Jul 8, 2026, 1:22 PM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump renewed claims on Greenland, demanded cutting trade ties with Spain, and declared the Iran ceasefire over amid rising tensions.
Africanews | Jul 8, 2026, 1:16 PM
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Following US military strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump calls off the fragile ceasefire with Iran, labeling its leaders as 'scum'.
Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 12:53 PM
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Graham Platner faces pressure to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race following sexual assault accusations, with the Maine Democratic Party asserting he has no role in choosing his replacement.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 12:49 PM
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President Trump plans a news conference following NATO's annual summit in Ankara, addressing recent U.S. strikes on Iran and evolving ties with Turkey.
CBS Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 12:27 PM
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At the NATO summit, President Trump criticized Spain for failing to meet defense spending commitments and called for a complete trade cutoff, while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged Trump's success in pushing NATO allies to increase military contributions.
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