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Washington Examinerpolitics3 hrs ago
Trump Signs Executive Order Restricting Defense Contractors’ Use of Materials from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday restricting where defense contractors source critical minerals and components for Pentagon weapons. The order, effective January 1, 2027, targets suppliers from China, Russia, Iran and North Korea.
ai4 hrs ago
Chris Fall Resigns as CAISI Director Three Months After Appointment
CNBC confirmed Monday that Chris Fall stepped down as director of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation. The Trump administration appointed him in April. Arvind Raman, director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, will serve as acting director.
Washington Examinerai4 hrs ago
Poll Finds Broad Support for Federal AI Agency and Safety Tests
A survey of nearly 20,000 adults across competitive states and districts shows majorities of both parties favor a new federal agency to oversee artificial intelligence and government-designed safety tests for AI models.
axios.comsports6 hrs agoUpdated
WTA Mandates One-Time SRY Gene Test for Women's Category Starting Tuesday
The Women's Tennis Association updated its eligibility rules to require a single SRY gene screening for all players. The change takes effect July 21 and applies to competition at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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ancient.euworld14 hrs ago
Liberia Bans Raw Rubber Exports to Address Processor Shortfalls
AllAfrica reported that data presented July 15 showed Liberia's six rubber processors need 36,600 metric tons monthly but receive only 14,000 tons. Executive Order No. 166 bans unprocessed rubber exports to support domestic processing.
New York Postbusiness1 day ago
New York Business Group Opposes One-Year Statewide Data Center Moratorium
A leading New York business organization said a one-year moratorium on new large data centers will not solve energy or siting issues and risks diverting investment. Governor Hochul signed the order last week to allow time for state planning.
abcnews.go.comfinance1 day ago
Trump Administration Opens Review of Rice's Whale Endangered Listing After Industry Comments
The Trump administration opened a review of the Rice's Whale endangered listing on May 5, 2026. Five energy associations filed comments on July 6 challenging the 2021 decision. Interior Department reforms followed on July 17.
nbcnews.compolitics1 day ago
White House Releases Redacted Election Documents During Trump Address
The White House posted four batches of files on July 16, 2026, covering voting system vulnerabilities, China’s acquisition of voter data, a Michigan registration probe and noncitizens on state rolls. President Trump discussed the materials in a primetime speech the same evening.
Fox Newspolitics2 days ago
Trump Administration Directs Scrutiny of Banking for Illegal Immigrants
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said the goal is to cut off banking services and encourage self-deportation. Federal agencies have issued guidance following a May executive order. The steps build on existing credit-risk rules without mandating account closures.
nbcnews.compolitics2 days ago
House Task Force Subpoenas Birth Tourism Companies Nationwide
Rep. Brandon Gill’s oversight panel has issued subpoenas to several firms as part of an investigation into companies that assist foreign nationals traveling to the United States to give birth. The effort also includes records requests from operations in Miami and three other loca…
msnbc.compolitics2 days ago
Justice Department Loses All 16 Federal Court Decisions on State Voter List Demands
The Department of Justice has lost every federal court ruling issued so far on its requests for unredacted state voter rolls with personal data. Fifteen district judges and one appeals court rejected the demands, including seven judges appointed by President Trump.
Forbesfinance2 days ago
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Who Took Power in a 1995 Coup, Dies at 74
Qatar's former ruler died July 12. He took power in a 1995 coup and expanded the country's energy exports, media presence and foreign ties.
world3 days ago
U.S. Plans Auction of 33 Million Acres Near American Samoa for Deep-Sea Mining
The U.S. government published a proposed leasing notice Friday to auction 33 million acres of water around American Samoa for potential deep-sea mining. The move marks a shift from prior U.S. policy that aligned with the UN International Seabed Authority.
washingtonpost.comworld4 days ago
Colorado Hospital Prescribed Puberty Blockers to Over 250 Minors in 2025
Court documents show Children's Hospital Colorado provided puberty blockers to more than 250 patients and cross-sex hormones to nearly 550 patients during 2025. Earlier analysis had recorded just over 100 such treatments at the same facility from 2019 through 2023.
kpbs.orgpolitics4 days ago
California Survey Finds 66 Percent Oppose Newsom Ban on New Gas Vehicles
A Public Policy Institute of California poll shows opposition to the 2035 ban on new gasoline-powered vehicle sales has risen since 2021. Governor Gavin Newsom signed new rebates to offset expired federal incentives.
Fox Newspolitics4 days ago
Supreme Court Affirms Birthright Citizenship for Children of Unlawful Immigrants, Blocks Trump Order
The Supreme Court ruled June 30 that children born in the U.S. to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth. Sen. Eric Schmitt introduced legislation two weeks later and sent a letter July 16 requesting federal agencies investigate citizenship documents issu…
upi.compolitics4 days ago
Two Human Rights Groups Sue Trump Administration Over ICC Sanctions
DAWN and Taxpayer Alliance Against Genocide filed suit in Manhattan federal court, alleging that sanctions on the International Criminal Court have restricted their advocacy work. The groups say the measures have prompted them to alter or halt activities related to Palestinian is…
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nypost.compolitics4 days ago
DOJ Threatens to Withhold Grants for Rape Kit Testing from Sanctuary Cities
The Department of Justice is moving to cut federal funding from cities classified as sanctuary jurisdictions that refuse to sign cooperation agreements with ICE. The action targets grants used for processing sexual assault kits, police equipment and emergency services in multiple…
defencetalk.compolitics5 days ago
Pentagon Seeks Authority to Exempt Some CUI Records From FOIA
The Defense Department asked lawmakers in late June for new authority to withhold controlled unclassified information from public release. The measure would also prevent state and local governments from disclosing the same records.
ABC Newspolitics5 days ago
National Park Service Installs New Slavery Memorial Panels at Philadelphia Site
The National Park Service replaced panels at the President’s House exhibit overnight. The change follows a June appeals court ruling and aligns with a 2025 executive order. Philadelphia officials and advocates vowed to continue legal efforts.
Washington Examinerpolitics5 days ago
Department of Justice Drops Remaining Jan. 6 Charges Against Dominic Pezzola
U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly dismissed the final counts against Pezzola and three other Proud Boys leaders last Friday. The move followed President Trump's clemency actions for nearly all January 6 defendants.
espn.compolitics5 days ago
White House Considers Third Jones Act Waiver Extension
The Trump administration is weighing another extension of the Jones Act waiver that expires August 16. More than 50 Republican lawmakers have urged the president to let the waiver lapse. Oil prices remained near $80 a barrel on July 15 despite threats to close the Strait of Hormu…
winnipegfreepress.compolitics5 days ago
Federal government installs reworked panels about slavery at George Washington's Philadelphia home
The federal government installed new interpretive panels at the President's House site in Philadelphia on Wednesday morning. The panels replace displays that had been in place since 2010 and follow a 2025 executive order directing federally controlled historic sites to avoid cont…
profootballtalk.nbcsports.compolitics5 days ago
Indiana Governor Ends Race- and Sex-Based Preferences in State Contracts
Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order Wednesday replacing the Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises program with a merit-based system. The change followed a review by Attorney General Todd Rokita that found the preferences unconstitutional.
artnews.comscience5 days ago
Trump Administration Canceled 181 National Cancer Institute Grants in 2025
Npr reported that federal policy changes disrupted cancer disparities research. The cancellations affected 93 percent of surveyed researchers and led to staff reductions at major registries.
politics5 days ago
Federal agencies expand enforcement against birth tourism
U.S. immigration agencies are increasing scrutiny of travelers and companies involved in birth tourism. The effort follows a Supreme Court ruling that blocked limits on birthright citizenship through executive order.
abcnews.go.comai5 days ago
White House Says It May Use Executive Action on Open-Source AI Models
A senior administration official said July 15 that future steps remain possible to address China-related concerns. The remarks follow an executive order last month that created a voluntary review process including open-source elements.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics6 days ago
City Council to Hold Hearing on Central Park Carriage Phase-Out Bill; Mayor Seeks Labor Partnership
The family of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan, who died June 16 after falling from a spooked horse-drawn carriage, is urging the City Council to ban the industry. A hearing on the renamed bill is set for Wednesday with hundreds signed up to testify.
focustaiwan.twpolitics6 days ago
House Panel Demands Testimony From National Museum of American History Director
A House Oversight subcommittee seeks testimony next week from the director of the National Museum of American History. The request follows a White House report on Smithsonian exhibits and leadership.
kpbs.orgpolitics6 days ago
Medical school deans decline to say only women have uteruses at House hearing
Directors of two University of California medical schools declined to state that only biological women have uteruses during a congressional hearing on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The exchange occurred as lawmakers examined compliance with an executive order on such…
news.ycombinator.compolitics6 days ago
Business Groups Urge Senate to Drop Pentagon Contractor Buyback Restrictions from Defense Bill
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and 40 other groups asked Senate leaders Tuesday to strip Section 815 from the National Defense Authorization Act. The measure would require Pentagon contractors to obtain Defense Department approval for stock buybacks and dividends.
cointelegraph.comfinance6 days ago
U.S. government moves $288 million in seized bitcoin and ether to Coinbase Prime
Wallets linked to prior seizures transferred roughly $288 million in bitcoin and ether to Coinbase Prime on Monday. The transfers occurred despite a March 2025 executive order directing seized bitcoin into a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and barring its sale.
kfor.compolitics7 days ago
Report Finds Over $225 Million in Public School Fraud Across 24 States and Puerto Rico
Open the Books documented more than $225 million stolen from public schools over seven years. The findings cover cases in 24 states and Puerto Rico with limited restitution recovered.
americanbanker.compolitics7 days ago
U.S. Regulators Tell Banks to Review Lending to Immigrants Without Work Permits
Three federal agencies on Monday urged banks to review credit risks for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards issued to immigrants lacking U.S. work authorization. The move follows a May executive order from President Trump directing regulators to address such lending.
rt.comworld7 days ago
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Cuba Tourism Ministry and Two State Firms
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Cuba's Ministry of Tourism, GEMAR, and GECOMEX on Monday. Companies have until August 12 to end existing contracts.
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world7 days ago
CSIS Report Finds U.S. Defense Industrial Base Gaining Capacity but Still Short on Resilience
A new CSIS study shows measurable gains in the U.S. defense sector since late 2025. New firms and contract spending have risen sharply. Gaps remain in lead times, stockpiles, and supply chains.
americanbanker.compolitics7 days ago
Sen. Jim Banks to Introduce Citizenship Act on Birthright Citizenship
Sen. Jim Banks will introduce the Citizenship Act Monday afternoon to end birthright citizenship for children of unauthorized immigrants and birth tourists. The bill defines such entrants as invaders under federal law and references a recent Supreme Court concurrence.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics7 days ago
Former Ku Klux Klan Hall in Fort Worth Converted Into Arts Center
Advocates in Texas are transforming a former Klan auditorium into a community space named for a Black lynching victim. Similar repurposing projects are underway at other historic sites linked to segregation and racial violence.
nypost.combusiness8 days ago
New Law Bars Largest Investors From Buying More Single-Family Homes but Leaves Existing Holdings Intact
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act took effect Saturday after automatically becoming law. It restricts institutional investors that own 350 or more single-family homes from making additional purchases.
Los Angeles Timespolitics8 days ago
Supreme Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order but Signals Congress Can Set Limits
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 30 to block President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship. The 5-4 decision upheld citizenship for children born in the United States under the 14th Amendment. Los Angeles Times reported the opinions and dissents.
axios.compolitics9 days ago
All 50 states join federal foster care initiative
Every U.S. state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico have joined a federal program aimed at increasing the number of licensed foster homes relative to children in care. The effort replaces prior reporting requirements with monthly ratio tracking and offers cash awards for…
Fox Newspolitics9 days ago
Judge Grants Dismissal of Jan. 6 Cases but States He Does Not Agree with Decision
U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly granted the Justice Department's motion to dismiss with prejudice the prosecution of Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl and Dominic Pezzola. The ruling follows an executive order by President Trump that commuted the men's sentences.
focustaiwan.twfinance9 days ago
Pentagon Releases Fourth Batch of UAP Files on July 10
The Pentagon released its fourth batch of UAP files on July 10, 2026. The batch contains 40 files from multiple agencies and includes historical and recent sighting reports.
upi.compolitics9 days ago
President Trump Removes Two Election Assistance Commission Members
President Donald Trump removed the two Democratic members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission on Thursday. The commission now has no sitting members after a Republican commissioner also resigned this week. The White House cited a recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential…
ndtv.compolitics9 days ago
U.S. officials tracked Iranian threats against President Trump before ceasefire ended
U.S. agencies monitored Iranian plots targeting the president for years, with warnings increasing after the start of the war. Israeli officials shared new intelligence shortly before the ceasefire ended this week.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics10 days ago
NAACP Requests Suspension of Memphis Safe Task Force Following Two Deaths
The NAACP demanded suspension of the Memphis Safe Task Force and a federal investigation after two Black men died in Tennessee custody this month. The group sent its letter to acting attorney general Todd Blanche on July 10.
supermarketnews.comai11 days ago
Musk Says Anthropic Leads AI After U.S. Lifts Export Controls on Mythos and Fable
Elon Musk stated on X that Anthropic is currently the leader in AI. The comments followed releases of advanced models by Anthropic and OpenAI, along with regulatory reviews by the Trump administration.
Abc Newspolitics10 days agoUpdated
Smithsonian Secretary Disputes White House Report Accusing National Museum of American History of Ideological Activism
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch sent an internal letter on July 10 disputing a July 4 White House report that accused the National Museum of American History of presenting a radical view of American history. The report followed a March 2025 executive order directing review of…
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washingtonpost.compolitics11 days ago
U.S. Lists 124 Nigerians for Deportation
The Department of Homeland Security published names and photos of 124 Nigerians on a criminal register. The list forms part of broader immigration enforcement actions that began earlier this year.
The Independentpolitics12 days ago
Washington fountain water turns brown after reopening
The cascading fountain at Meridian Hill Park, also known as Malcolm X Park, began running brown after reopening in May. Officials said sediment from long-closed water lines caused the discoloration and expect the water to clear within 24-36 hours.
usatoday.compolitics12 days ago
Court Hears Challenge to Air Force Cancellation of 17 Transgender Veterans' Early Retirements
Seventeen plaintiffs argue the Air Force unlawfully withdrew approved retirements after the January 2025 executive order. The U.S. Court of Federal Claims heard arguments Tuesday on a government motion to dismiss. The case centers on jurisdiction over military pay and benefits cl…
Usa Todaypolitics13 days ago
White House rejects irony claim over soccer player's citizenship status
A White House spokesperson dismissed suggestions of inconsistency regarding the citizenship status of a U.S. men's national team player. The comments came hours before the team's World Cup match against Belgium.
theblaze.compolitics13 days ago
Man With Prior Deportations Charged With Rape and Abduction in Virginia
Juan Arevalo Mendez was arrested last week in Prince William County on charges stemming from an alleged September 2025 attack in Fairfax County. DHS called on state and local officials to transfer him to ICE custody rather than release him.
revolver.newspolitics13 days ago
Federal authorities refer UNC virologist for debarment and indict two NIAID scientists; all plead not guilty
Federal authorities have pursued cases against four researchers linked to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Anthony Fauci received a Senate subpoena for late July testimony.
app.buzzsumo.compolitics13 days ago
Fusion Centers Issue Bulletins on Left-Wing Groups After Executive Order
Local fusion centers in Florida and Texas distributed intelligence reports that treat antifa as a domestic terrorist organization and urge expanded monitoring of protests and legal observers. The documents draw language from a federal executive order and Justice Department filing…
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coindesk.compolitics14 days ago
Illinois enacts law requiring third-party audits of large AI models
The state became the first to mandate independent safety reviews for AI systems developed by companies earning over $500 million. The measure applies to firms including Anthropic and OpenAI and takes effect immediately.
forbes.comworld14 days ago
Four Advanced Nuclear Reactors Reach Criticality by July 4 Deadline
The Department of Energy reported that four privately funded reactor projects achieved criticality at Idaho National Laboratory before July 4. The milestone exceeded the original target of three reactors set under an executive order and the Reactor Pilot Program.
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legalinsurrection.comscience14 days ago
President Trump Signs Order to Fund Research on Ibogaine for Opioid Addiction
The order directs federal agencies to speed psychedelic treatment studies and provides tens of millions of dollars. Ibogaine, derived from a Central African shrub, has shown potential to interrupt opioid withdrawal after one dose.
cnbc.comai15 days ago
Trump Administration Lifts Export Restrictions on Two Anthropic AI Models After Two Weeks
The Trump administration removed limits on two Anthropic models last week that had been imposed the prior month. It separately asked OpenAI to delay a new series rollout.
cnbc.compolitics15 days ago
House Speaker Says Birthright Citizenship Needs Congressional Fix After Court Ruling
The House speaker stated that birthright tourism has devalued the 14th Amendment and called for legislation or a constitutional amendment. President Trump urged Congress to act after the Supreme Court declined to rule on an executive order limiting birthright citizenship.