Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Over DOJ Controversies
Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.
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Australian share market expected to open higher as US inflation data eases rate hike fears and US reimposes naval blockade on Iranian ports.
ABC Australia News | Jul 14, 2026, 11:43 PMpolitics
As U.S. airstrikes on Iran enter a fourth consecutive day, lawmakers question the Pentagon on escalating war expenses.
NBC Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:41 PMworld
The United States launched strikes on Iranian targets in Khuzestan province, while Iran targeted US allies and shipping in the Gulf, escalating conflict and undermining a recent peace agreement.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PMworld
Tensions escalate as President Trump briefly demands tolls on Strait of Hormuz shipping before retreating, amid ongoing conflict and military strikes.
BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 7:56 PMgeneral
Bipartisan senators aim to advance a stalled bill targeting Russian oil purchasers following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham.
Washington Times News | Jul 14, 2026, 11:49 AMgeneral
Over a decade, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham evolved from a fierce critic of Donald Trump to one of the Republican Party's most influential figures on national security and foreign affairs.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 10:02 AMworld
A federal judge ruled that the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and his allies against the IRS was for an improper purpose, nullifying a controversial settlement that shielded them from tax audits.
France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 5:44 AMpolitics
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January 29 lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.
Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 3:45 AMgeneral
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth announced a new task force with the Department of Justice aimed at identifying and prosecuting officials who leak sensitive information to the media.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 2:46 AMpolitics
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.
Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:24 AMpolitics
Following a monthslong ceasefire, President Trump informed lawmakers that U.S. military operations against Iran resumed on July 7, citing Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
CBS Politics | Jul 13, 2026, 10:11 PMpolitics
Several New York Times journalists have been subpoenaed to testify before a federal grand jury following reports on security concerns about former President Donald Trump’s new plane, raising press freedom concerns.
Reason | Jul 13, 2026, 8:59 PMworld
US State Department announces intensified efforts to undermine the ICC, threatening sanctions on allies supporting investigations into the US and its partners.
Al Jazeera | Jul 13, 2026, 8:24 PMworld
US State Department announces intensified efforts to undermine the ICC, threatening sanctions on allies supporting investigations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 13, 2026, 7:51 PMworld
US State Department announces intensified campaign to disable the ICC, threatening sanctions on allies supporting investigations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 13, 2026, 7:18 PMworld
Following escalating military strikes, President Donald Trump announced a US naval blockade of Iranian ports and a 20% fee on all cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying tensions with Iran.
BBC World | Jul 13, 2026, 4:53 PMworld
Over 25 leaders join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris to enhance air and missile defense cooperation amid ongoing Russian missile attacks.
France 24 English | Jul 13, 2026, 8:01 AMworld
The US military launched fresh strikes near the strategic Strait of Hormuz on July 12, 2026, aiming to reduce Iran’s capacity to target commercial shipping, escalating tensions in the region.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 13, 2026, 2:10 AMworld
Tensions escalate as the US military strikes Iran following attacks on Gulf allies, challenging an interim agreement and impacting global stability.
France 24 English | Jul 12, 2026, 11:53 PMgeneral
South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, a close ally of former President Trump, passed away after a brief illness, prompting tributes from U.S. and international figures.
Washington Times News | Jul 12, 2026, 9:35 PMgeneral
Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina passed away after a brief illness, marking the end of a 23-year tenure in the U.S. Senate.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 12, 2026, 1:23 PMpolitics
The South Carolina Republican senator died suddenly at 71, prompting tributes from U.S. and world leaders.
CBS Politics | Jul 12, 2026, 11:48 AMworld
Lindsey Graham, prominent Republican senator from South Carolina and close ally of Donald Trump, passed away at 71 following a sudden illness.
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