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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US President Donald Trump warns of military action targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure amid ongoing tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:56 AMpolitics
A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AMworld
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps attacked US military installations in the Middle East following renewed US strikes and President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AMpolitics
Sen. John Cornyn questions the involvement of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in a deal shielding former President Trump and his family from IRS audits.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:01 AMworld
President Donald Trump announced that US military strikes on Iran will escalate and target critical infrastructure unless Tehran agrees to a deal following talks with Washington.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 12:28 AMpolitics
Senator Jim Banks proposes the Citizenship Act of 2026 to redefine birthright citizenship, targeting unauthorized entry and birth tourism.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 8:42 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 PMworld
Ambiguities in a hastily drafted memorandum of understanding have led to conflicting interpretations between Iran and other regional actors, complicating control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 7:56 PMus
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz is pursuing arbitration to recover part of a $600,000 payment to lobbyists who failed to secure a presidential pardon for his 2023 weapon possession conviction.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 3:38 PMworld
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and President Donald Trump announce full US troop withdrawal linked to militia disarmament and new economic partnerships.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 14, 2026, 12:47 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 AMpolitics
A bipartisan group of senators introduced the Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026, aiming to impose sanctions on Russian leaders and tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil, with strong support from the White House and growing congressional backing.
CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:39 AMworld
Lebanon seeks progress on Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon under a US-brokered agreement amid cautious expectations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 11:38 AMus
The US has launched its third consecutive night of strikes on Iran following Donald Trump's announcement to reinstate a maritime blockade and impose tariffs on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:05 AM
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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 AM
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President Claudia Sheinbaum announced formal requests to US prosecutors following multiple deaths of Mexican nationals during immigration enforcement operations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 5:08 AM
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President Claudia Sheinbaum announced formal requests to US prosecutors following multiple deaths of Mexican nationals during immigration raids and custody.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 4:35 AM
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President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and new charges on commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, unraveling a recent peace agreement and escalating tensions.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 3:09 AM
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President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and new charges on commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, unraveling a recent peace agreement and escalating tensions.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 1:59 AM
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President Donald Trump announces renewed military action against Iran and a new toll on shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional conflict.
ABC Australia News | Jul 14, 2026, 1:25 AM
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The United States escalated military actions against Iran with fresh strikes and a blockade, while President Donald Trump indicated a potential for a deal with Tehran.
France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 1:16 AM
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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.
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