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United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

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Ex-Congressman George Santos Joins New Season of Reality Show 'Special Forces'

The former congressman, whose sentence was commuted by President Trump, says his experience on the show 'changed everything.'

Jul 17, 2026, 12:20 AM NBC Politics

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Donald Trump to Deliver Primetime Address on Election Security

US President Donald Trump announced a primetime speech focusing on election security ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:17 AM

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Erling Haaland’s Post-World Cup Antics Spark Calls for Honorary US Citizenship

Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland embraces American culture by hitting golf balls off a boat while blasting country music, prompting comedian Bill Maher to praise foreign visitors and suggest honorary citizenship.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 12:13 AM

politics

Trump Administration Revives Public Charge Rule Affecting Green Card Applicants

The policy allows immigration officers to deny green cards to migrants who use public benefits such as Medicaid, housing assistance, or food stamps.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 10:59 PM

general

The Atlantic Writers Discuss 'The Catcher in the Rye' and Its Link to High-Profile Crimes on 75th Anniversary

Lily Meyer and Sarah Gleim explore the legacy of J.D. Salinger's novel and its influence on real killers in a recent discussion.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 10:52 PM

world

Trump Administration Finalizes Stricter US Visa Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules cap student visas at four years and restrict foreign journalists' stays, with Chinese nationals facing even shorter limits, sparking criticism from media rights groups.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 10:43 PM

politics

Senator Bernie Moreno to Introduce Bill Sanctioning Canada Over Wildfire Smoke

Ohio GOP Senator Bernie Moreno plans legislation targeting Canada and its officials amid hazardous smoke from Canadian wildfires affecting the U.S.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 10:26 PM

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Nine Venezuelans Plead Guilty in Nashville Sex Trafficking Ring Exploiting Migrant Women

Federal prosecutors reveal a family-run operation that lured women with fake job offers, forcing them into prostitution under threat and debt bondage.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:19 PM

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UN Supports Gaza Farmers Rebuilding Amid Ongoing Challenges; WFP Highlights West Bank Violence

The UN is aiding Palestinian farmers in Gaza to restore agriculture after conflict devastation, while the World Food Programme warns of risks from settler violence in the West Bank.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:02 PM

world

US Conducts Sixth Consecutive Night of Attacks Amid Iran's Warning of Broader Conflict

Iranian media reports key infrastructure targeted as tensions escalate between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:56 PM

politics

State Department Weighs $100,000 Bonds for Green Card Applicants

The Trump administration is exploring a policy requiring a six-figure bond from immigrants seeking lawful permanent residence to ensure financial self-sufficiency.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 9:50 PM

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White House Confirms ICE Traffic Stops Will Continue Following Fatal Shootings

Despite reports suggesting a pause, the White House has stated that ICE traffic stops will proceed after two immigrants were fatally shot by ICE agents earlier in July.

NPR News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:45 PM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Forces Rescheduling of Two U.S. Professional Sports Games

Smoke from nearly 900 active Canadian wildfires has caused hazardous air quality across the U.S. Midwest and Northeast, leading to the postponement of a Chicago Fire MLS match and an adjustment to the Phillies-Mets MLB game.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:06 PM

business

Toyota Tsusho Launches Direct Auto Parts Shipping to Canada and Mexico, Avoiding US Tariffs

Japanese trading house Toyota Tsusho introduces a service enabling small auto parts suppliers to ship directly from Japan to North American carmaking hubs, reducing transport costs by up to 60%.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 8:56 PM

politics

Court Dismisses Trump Media’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Washington Post Over Loan Referral Fee Claims

A defamation lawsuit filed by Trump Media Technology Group against the Washington Post was thrown out due to insufficient evidence of actual malice, despite the Post’s admission of inaccuracies in a 2023 article.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 7:38 PM

world

Iran Condemns US Strike Near Children’s Cancer Hospital as ‘Barbaric’

Iran accuses the United States of committing a war crime after a blast near a cancer treatment center forced evacuation of 211 children undergoing chemotherapy.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 7:34 PM

world

US Tightens Visa Duration Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules finalized by the Trump administration restrict student visas to four years and limit foreign journalists’ stays to 240 days, with shorter terms for Chinese journalists.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:06 PM

politics

Senator Jon Ossoff Challenges Jay Clayton on 2020 Election Acknowledgment During DNI Confirmation

During his confirmation hearing to become Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton faced intense questioning from Senator Jon Ossoff regarding the acknowledgment of established facts, including the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 6:50 PM

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Alleged Feeding Our Future Fraud Ringleader Extradited from Somalia to Face US Charges

Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh was arrested in Somalia and brought back to the United States to face 31 counts related to a $250 million pandemic-era fraud scheme involving federal child nutrition programs.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:46 PM

Greystar, Largest US Landlord, Accused of Violating Fair Housing Laws

Civil rights complaints filed in multiple states and Washington DC allege Greystar refuses federal housing vouchers and breaks local affordable housing laws.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 6:36 PM

politics

Positive Developments Highlighted in Week of July 6, 2026, on Aging Population and Policy

National Review reports encouraging updates on demographic shifts, defense, climate, and Social Security in the United States.

National Review | Jul 16, 2026, 6:33 PM

world

US Defends AI Export Controls Amid Competition with China

Jacob Helberg, US undersecretary of state for economic affairs, explains Washington’s strategy to maintain AI leadership and safeguard critical infrastructure through the Pax Silica initiative.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 6:22 PM

world

Monitoring the Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict

As Iran and the United States continue to exchange fire over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, multiple surveillance methods are employed to track activity in the region.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 PM

politics

Trump Renew Push for ‘SAVE America Act’ to Enforce Voter Citizenship Verification

The proposed legislation would mandate states to identify noncitizen voters and require voters to confirm U.S. citizenship during elections.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 5:25 PM