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Trump Administration Expands Voluntary Pledge

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Erica Schwartz Faces Senate Questions on Standing Up to RFK Jr’s Vaccine Policies

Nominee for CDC director Erica Schwartz pledges to uphold science amid concerns over health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial vaccine agenda.

Jul 15, 2026, 10:27 PM Guardian US

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House Passes State Department Funding Bill Amid Controversial Voting Restrictions Push

On July 15, 2026, the House approved a fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill funding the State Department and national security programs, while also advancing the contentious Save America Act linked to the spending measure.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Pledges to Stop Mail-Order Abortion Medication

Todd Blanche commits to prioritizing action against mifepristone distribution by mail if confirmed, opposing a Biden-era policy.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 9:39 PM

investigations

FBI Explores AI to Review Signatures on Seized Fulton County Mail-In Ballots

The FBI is investigating the use of artificial intelligence to verify signatures on tens of thousands of mail-in ballots from Fulton County, Georgia, amid ongoing scrutiny of the 2020 election results.

ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 8:45 PM

politics

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Makes Verbal Slip-Up During Confirmation Hearing

During his confirmation hearing on July 15, 2026, Todd Blanche appeared to confuse his current and past roles while responding to a question about his relationship with former President Trump.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:36 PM

politics

Sen. Jon Ossoff Challenges Jay Clayton on 2020 Election Claims During Confirmation Hearing

During a tense July 15, 2026 confirmation hearing, Sen. Jon Ossoff questioned Jay Clayton, President Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, about the administration’s emphasis on debunked 2020 election fraud claims.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:02 PM

world

Global Favorability Shifts: More People Now Favor China Over the US, Pew Study Finds

A Pew Research Center survey reveals that in 25 of 36 countries, China is viewed more favorably than the US, marking a significant shift in global opinion.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:42 PM

politics

U.S. Military to Test Testosterone Levels of Some Service Members, Says Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the military will begin hormone level testing and recommend therapy when necessary.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 7:39 PM

politics

Ayanna Pressley Criticizes Trump Budget Chief Over Cuts at House Hearing

Rep. Ayanna Pressley sharply challenged OMB Director Russ Vought on the Trump administration’s budget reductions during a House Committee on Financial Services hearing.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 7:26 PM

Germany Warns US Against Election Interference Amid New Funding Scheme for Maga-Aligned Groups in Europe

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz cautions the US government over a State Department initiative offering grants to far-right aligned causes in Europe ahead of German state elections.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 7:02 PM

politics

Sen. Cassidy Rebukes Trump’s ASPR Nominee Over Hepatitis B Vaccine Claims

During a Senate confirmation hearing, Sen. Bill Cassidy criticized Sean Kaufman, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, for spreading misleading information about the hepatitis B vaccine.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 5:43 PM

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

politics

House Republicans Propose $90 Billion Reconciliation Bill for Iran War, Election Funding, and Farm Aid

The GOP aims to pass a party-line budget resolution allocating $90 billion for military spending, election-related measures, and agricultural assistance amid ongoing tensions in Iran.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:25 PM

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Long Island Weightlifter Charged with Collecting $100K in Disability Benefits While Posting Gym Videos

Raymond Phillips faces charges after allegedly receiving over $100,000 in Social Security disability payments despite competing in weightlifting and sharing fitness content online.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:55 PM

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Republican Nancy Mace Proposes Permanent Travel Ban on 39 Countries Across Caribbean, Middle East, and Africa

South Carolina lawmaker seeks to codify and expand former President Trump's travel restrictions with new legislation targeting multiple regions and Palestinian Authority-issued documents.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:53 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

world

Legal Challenge Filed Against Trump Administration’s ICC Sanctions Over US Citizens’ Rights

A lawsuit argues that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court and Palestinian rights groups violate constitutional protections and federal law.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 PM

world

Venezuela's Interim Government to Begin Formal Talks with Opposition on August 1

The talks aim to establish a route map towards democracy amid ongoing political tensions and recent natural disasters.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:17 PM

general

Trump Officials Unveil Private Sector Blueprint for Post-USAID Foreign Aid

The Trump administration outlines a shift from traditional foreign aid to private investment and trade as the main drivers of global development.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:52 PM

world

US War on Iran Depletes Weapons Stockpile Amid Renewed Attacks

As the US resumes military strikes on Iran, concerns grow over the depletion of its weapons inventory and delays in munitions production.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 PM

politics

U.S. Military Launches Daytime Strikes on Iran Amid New Blockade of Strait of Hormuz

President Trump reportedly convened a Situation Room session to plan a broad offensive against Tehran as the U.S. intensifies military actions.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 1:15 PM

politics

Lindsey Graham's Death Signals Shift Away from Interventionist U.S. Foreign Policy

The passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of hawkish policies and NATO alliances, marks the decline of a traditional interventionist approach amid growing public skepticism.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:09 PM

Democrats’ Push for Datacenters in Swing States Faces Voter Backlash

Controversial datacenter projects in Michigan and Wisconsin are dividing Democratic voters and threatening the party’s midterm prospects in key battleground states.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:08 PM

general

Trump Urges ICE to Continue Using Traffic Stops as Key Crime-Fighting Tool

President Donald Trump supports Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of traffic stops despite recent fatal shootings and a new policy to halt such stops.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:43 PM