On America’s 250th Birthday, U.S. Arms Many of the World’s Autocracies
Despite early warnings from Founding Fathers, recent U.S. foreign policy involves significant arms sales to authoritarian regimes worldwide.
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Despite early warnings from Founding Fathers, recent U.S. foreign policy involves significant arms sales to authoritarian regimes worldwide.
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Walt Whitman and Langston Hughes have expressed poignant views on America’s ongoing development.
NPR News | Jul 4, 2026, 1:22 PM
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The Pentagon's decision to drop 'Indo' from its Pacific Command name reflects a broader change in US regional diplomacy, moving beyond India-centric approaches.
Al Jazeera | Jul 4, 2026, 12:32 PM
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Burgum highlights extensive restoration efforts and crime reduction in the nation’s capital as evidence of America rejecting decline by choice.
Fox News Latest | Jul 4, 2026, 12:18 PM
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Speaking at Mount Rushmore on the eve of Independence Day, US President Donald Trump warned against what he described as a "communist" threat from progressive Democrats.
France 24 English | Jul 4, 2026, 11:26 AM
politics
From Rhode Island to Oregon and Colorado, several law enforcement officers and officials have come under scrutiny for their actions during July 4 events, resulting in lawsuits, fines, and settlements.
Reason | Jul 4, 2026, 11:10 AM
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During the 250th anniversary of July 4th, President Trump cautioned against a resurgence of communism and urged support for the SAVE America Act to secure Republican midterm victories.
CBS Politics | Jul 4, 2026, 10:55 AM
general
On the 250th Independence Day, Democratic lawmaker Al Green reiterated his call to impeach former President Donald Trump while affirming pride in American democracy.
Fox News Latest | Jul 4, 2026, 9:50 AM
world
On the eve of the United States' 250th Independence Day, President Donald Trump emphasized American exceptionalism and warned of a resurgence of communism tied to progressive Democrats and newcomers to the country.
France 24 English | Jul 4, 2026, 9:18 AM
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Reason invites readers to share their thoughts and engage in political discourse through its open thread on Independence Day.
Reason | Jul 4, 2026, 8:49 AM
world
Morocco defeated co-host Canada 3-0 in Houston to reach the quarter-finals, while Cape Verde's first World Cup appearance concluded without a win but left a lasting impression.
France 24 English | Jul 4, 2026, 8:17 AM
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Among those pardoned are nine people convicted of violating the Clean Air Act and a former business partner of lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 4, 2026, 7:02 AM
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From the gold rush to civil rights and the moon landing to 9/11, iconic images reveal how the United States has mythologized itself through photography since 1839.
Guardian US | Jul 4, 2026, 6:47 AM
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Funeral ceremonies begin for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose assassination in February sparked regional conflict and widespread mourning and dissent within Iran.
ABC Australia News | Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 AM
politics
A Virginia law prohibiting law enforcement officers from wearing masks during official duties faces legal challenges regarding its application to federal officers, including ICE agents.
Reason | Jul 4, 2026, 4:17 AM
general
Iran maintains its demand to levy fees on maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, despite U.S. diplomatic efforts.
NPR News | Jul 4, 2026, 12:04 AM
world
Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe John Stringer confirms European allies have largely compensated for recent US force reductions in Europe.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 3, 2026, 9:20 PM
politics
Donald Trump intensifies his rhetoric against Democrats, accusing them of communism as self-described democratic socialists win key primaries in New York.
The Hill | Jul 3, 2026, 8:10 PM
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The UN’s human rights chief calls for urgent global action as drone attacks by paramilitary militias devastate El Obeid, worsening Sudan’s ongoing conflict and humanitarian emergency.
UN News | Jul 3, 2026, 7:24 PM
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Following the deaths of at least four people during celebrations of Mexico's recent World Cup win, President Claudia Sheinbaum calls for responsible behavior ahead of the next match.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 6:29 PM
politics
As America marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, reflections on the nation's past and future reveal a complex mix of nostalgia, concern, and cautious optimism.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 6:00 PM
world
As the United States marks 250 years since its founding, Beijing challenges long-standing US dominance in Latin America, prompting Washington to reinforce its strategic stance.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 3, 2026, 5:05 PM
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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against a Trump executive order that sought to deny citizenship to children born in the US to mothers present unlawfully, affirming the longstanding interpretation of the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 3:58 PM
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On this day in Supreme Court history, Harlan Fiske Stone was sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
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