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cnbc.compolitics2 hrs ago
House Republicans Advance SAVE America Act Plan Through Budget Bill
House Republicans are pursuing a plan to pass the SAVE America Act as part of a roughly $100 billion budget measure. The effort faces opposition from some Republican senators and tight legislative deadlines before August recess.
paulthepaperbear.wordpress.comworld3 hrs ago
Iran Damages Three U.S. Bases in Bahrain Qatar and Kuwait
Satellite imagery from July 12 shows damage to a warehouse at the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and a building at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. A former United Nations base camp and industrial area in Kuwait were also struck.
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Washington Examinerpolitics3 hrs ago
Secret Service Seeks Sword Removal from Statues and Permanent Fencing at Lafayette Square
Officials presented plans on July 15 to the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts for security upgrades around the White House perimeter. The changes target temporary barriers and statue features near Lafayette Square.
globalnews.capolitics4 hrs ago
U.S. Senator Plans Bill to Sanction Canada Over Wildfire Smoke
Sen. Bernie Moreno announced Thursday he will introduce legislation next week to sanction Canada and its officials. Four House Republicans sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney threatening direct U.S. action on cross-border fuel reduction.
Fox Newspolitics6 hrs ago
ICE Officers Resume Traffic Stops With Body Camera Requirement
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers received new guidance Thursday allowing traffic stops only when at least one participating officer wears a body camera. White House and DHS officials confirmed the policy change and outlined a 60-day timeline for full rollout.
The Independentpolitics6 hrs ago
White House Press Secretary Holds First Briefing After Maternity Leave
Karoline Leavitt returned to the briefing room on July 16 for her first press conference since maternity leave. She addressed questions about President Trump's focus on the 2020 election ahead of his scheduled address on election security.
gizmodo.compolitics6 hrs ago
White House Teleprompter Operator Placed on Leave; Kalshi Freezes Over $90,000 in Speech-Content Bets
The White House placed its teleprompter operator on paid administrative leave July 16 pending a federal investigation into bets placed on President Donald Trump's speeches through the Kalshi prediction market. The staffer, identified as Gabriel Perez, allegedly made tens of thous…
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gamereactor.eusports4 hrs agoUpdated
Argentina to Face Spain in World Cup Final on Sunday at New York-New Jersey Stadium
President Trump will attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday in New Jersey and present the trophy with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The White House confirmed the plans on Thursday after Argentina advanced with a 2-1 semifinal win over England.
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theblaze.compolitics1 hr agoUpdated
Senate Ethics Committee Declines to Investigate Senator's Two Consensual Relationships
A new report says Sen. Ruben Gallego had consensual relationships with two House aides while unmarried. Gallego called the reporting gossip and declined further comment.
New York Postpolitics7 hrs ago
House Republicans Advance Voter ID and Citizenship Proof Measures Through Reconciliation Spending Bill
President Donald Trump has pressed congressional Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship for federal elections. The measure lacks Senate support to overcome a filibuster, leading House leaders to pursue components via a $95 billion spe…
nbcnews.compolitics24 min agoUpdated
Fetterman Says He Would Leave Democrats Only If Party Becomes Anti-Israel; 103 House Democrats Voted to Cut Aid
Pennsylvania senator tied any potential exit to one condition during a July 16 appearance. The comments coincided with a House vote on cutting military aid to Israel that drew support from 103 Democrats.
Washington Examinerpolitics9 hrs ago
White House press secretary holds first briefing since maternity leave
The press secretary returned to full-time duties after an April absence for the birth of her second child. She resumed limited work in late June before resuming daily briefings.
abcnews.go.compolitics9 hrs ago
White House Considers Political Review of Federal Grants
The Trump administration is reviewing a plan to add political oversight to federal grant decisions. Academics, city leaders and members of Congress have urged reconsideration of the proposal.
msnbc.compolitics11 hrs ago
House Member Threatens to Block Rules Until Adviser Is Removed
A Republican representative from Florida told White House officials that votes on House rules will be withheld until an outside adviser is removed from President Trump's orbit. The threat targets the chamber's legislative schedule.
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abcnews.go.compolitics14 hrs ago
Kai Trump Speaks at ESPYs on Avoiding Politics and Sharing Her Life
Kai Trump addressed attendees at the ESPYs on July 15 about staying out of politics while documenting her path as a collegiate golfer. Fox News reported her comments to Sportico and her recent attendance at a White House UFC event.
vanguardngr.compolitics15 hrs ago
Outgoing Prime Minister Says He Is Proud of Achievements at Final Session
The outgoing prime minister stated he is proud of his record during his last Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday. The session in the House of Commons drew attention to cross-party interactions among members of Parliament.
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The Independentbusiness16 hrs ago
Ocado Revenue Rises on One-Off Fees but Shares Fall 15% After Kroger and Sobeys Closure Plans
Ocado recorded group revenues of £1.04 billion for the six months to 31 May, up 54 percent, largely from one-off fees tied to warehouse closures. The company is seeking new grocery partners in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
The Japan Timespolitics16 hrs ago
Japan Parliament Expected to Extend Session for Backup Capital Bill
The ruling coalition plans to request a session extension of up to 10 days by Friday to pass legislation on a backup capital. The bill cleared the Lower House on Wednesday.
france24.comworld17 hrs ago
France Unveils National Low-Carbon Strategy Through 2050
The Environment Ministry presented the country's third national low-carbon strategy on Wednesday. The plan sets targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions through 2050.
theconversation.comfinance17 hrs ago
Gen Z Household Goods Prices Rose 39.4 Percent Since 2018, Above National Average of 33.8 Percent
Numerator's June 2026 Consumer Goods Price Index shows Gen Z facing steeper inflation than the 33.8 percent national average. Quick-service restaurant prices rose 54 percent over the same period.
Abc Newsfinance17 hrs ago
Bank of Korea raises key rate to 2.75 % for first time since 2023
The central bank lifted its policy rate by 0.25 percentage points on July 15. All seven monetary policy committee members backed the move amid inflation above target and rising household debt.
theconversation.comfinance18 hrs ago
Colorado Law Requires Real-Time Therapist Oversight for AI Used in Psychotherapy
Colorado enacted House Bill 26-1195 on June 3, 2026, requiring therapists to remain logged into and attentive during client AI sessions. The measure includes an exception when AI does not claim to diagnose or treat mental health disorders.
Rapplerworld18 hrs ago
Philippine Government to Aid 7.5 Million Households Hit by Middle East Crisis
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced cash assistance for 37.5 million people through an expanded UPLIFT program. The P12.375 billion payout draws from budget savings after the March energy emergency declaration.
politics18 hrs ago
UK Prime Minister Visits Kyiv
The UK prime minister met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday. Russian missile and drone strikes hit the capital the same day, damaging warehouses and a school.
Yonhappolitics19 hrs ago
Coupang Spent $250,000 on U.S. Lobbying in Second Quarter
Coupang Inc. paid Ballard Partners $250,000 for lobbying the White House, House and U.S. Trade Representative from April through June. The activities addressed export promotion and commercial ties with South Korea and other allies.
forbes.comai1 day ago
Microsoft Tells Sales Team to Pitch Its Full AI System After Ending Exclusivity With OpenAI
TechCrunch reported that Microsoft executives at an internal meeting instructed salespeople to highlight the efficiency of the company's in-house AI models. The session focused on comparisons with products from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic.
chicago.suntimes.comworld1 day ago
Nearly 200 House Democrats request investigation into ICE deaths
Nearly 200 House Democrats have called for an investigation into deaths in ICE custody. The request seeks an inquiry conducted without interference from the agency.
zerohedge.comworld1 day ago
Survey Finds 8.7% of U.S. Adults Used Credit Cards for Groceries They Could Not Repay in 2025 as Some Food Prices Fell
An Urban Institute survey of working-age adults showed increased reliance on credit cards and other borrowing for food purchases. Household debt reached $18.8 trillion in early 2026 while bankruptcy filings rose 12 percent. Price data indicated mixed changes in staple costs over…
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cnbc.compolitics1 day ago
Vice President JD Vance Says Reaction to UFC Fighter's Michelle Obama Remark Was Disproportionate
Vice President JD Vance addressed reactions to a UFC fighter's remark about Michelle Obama during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. The episode, posted Wednesday, covered the comment made at a White House event last month. Washington Examiner reported the exchange.
ABC Newspolitics1 day 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.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics1 day ago
White House and FBI Director Investigate Leak of Security Issues With Qatari Airplane
President Donald Trump’s chief of staff Susie Wiles and FBI Director Kash Patel oversaw an investigation last week into leaks about security deficiencies in a Qatari-gifted plane intended for Air Force One. Some officials were asked to turn over phones to investigators on White H…
nbcnews.comfinance1 day ago
Pelosi Says She Will Vote for Massie Amendment Cutting $3.3 Billion in U.S. Military Aid to Israel
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she will support an amendment to reduce U.S. military assistance to Israel by $3.3 billion. The measure, offered by Representative Thomas Massie, is expected to fail but will require a recorded vote.
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slate.compolitics1 day ago
UC San Francisco chancellor testifies on pregnancy terminology guidelines
The chancellor of the University of California San Francisco addressed questions from lawmakers about the school's guidelines on terminology for pregnancy during a House committee hearing. The exchange focused on curriculum materials that advise against using the term 'pregnant w…
Washington Examinerpolitics1 day ago
House Republicans Weigh Anti-Fraud Funding and Iran War Aid in $95 Billion Defense and Voter ID Bill
House Republicans are weighing additional money for anti-fraud initiatives within a $95 billion reconciliation measure that pairs defense spending with voter ID rules. The proposal draws on returns cited from the Trump administration's existing fraud prevention work.
espn.compolitics1 day 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…
Newsweekpolitics1 day ago
Trump Shares Before-and-After Images of Restored D.C. Monuments
President Trump posted photographs this week contrasting older images of Columbus Circle and Meridian Hill Park with recent views of cleaned stonework and flowing fountains. The posts form part of the White House effort to highlight projects under the Making D.C. Safe and Beautif…
abcnews.go.compolitics1 day ago
House Republican Campaign Arm Adds Seven Candidates to Its Recruitment Program
The National Republican Congressional Committee added seven candidates on Tuesday to its program targeting competitive House districts. The expansion brings the total to 24 candidates in the effort. The Hill reported the announcement.
nbcnews.compolitics1 day ago
Democratic Candidate Video Shows Support for Medical Procedures for Transgender Minors
Fox News Digital obtained footage of Democratic House candidate Tina Shah stating support for providing sex changes to minors. The Human Rights Campaign has endorsed multiple Democratic candidates in 2026 battleground races while backing gender-affirming care for minors.
riotimesonline.compolitics1 day ago
House Releases $95 Billion Budget Framework Including Defense, Farm Aid and State Grants for Voter ID Rules
The draft reconciliation package includes a $10 billion grant program to encourage states to adopt voter ID and proof-of-citizenship measures. Markup is scheduled for Thursday with a floor vote targeted by the end of next week.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics1 day 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…
finance1 day ago
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh Testifies Before Senate Banking Committee on AI and Inflation
Kevin Warsh appeared before the Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday and addressed questions on asset sales and a reported Bank of America dinner. He also testified before the House Financial Services Committee on Monday.
news.sky.combusiness1 day ago
FCC to Vote on Ending 39% National TV Ownership Limit Despite Statutory Concerns
FCC Chair Brendan Carr said Wednesday the agency will vote to lift the 85-year-old limit on broadcasters reaching more than 39% of U.S. households. The proposal would allow case-by-case approvals when deals promote the public interest. The announcement follows the agency's March…
New York Postpolitics24 min agoUpdated
House Republicans Release Budget Resolution Authorizing Up to $95 Billion Without Offsets
House Republicans released a 47-page budget resolution on July 15 directing four committees to draft legislation for up to $95 billion. The measure sets deficit caps across defense, intelligence, agriculture and election administration without offsets.
nypost.compolitics1 day ago
House panel to question former Obama counsel in closed Epstein-related session
Former Obama White House counsel Kathryn Ruemmler will appear Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee. The closed-door interview examines her 2014-2019 contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, including luxury gifts and legal advice.
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
House of Lords Committee Proposes Phased Retirement at 80 and 20% Attendance Rule for All Peers
A report published on 15 July 2026 proposed phasing in a retirement age of 80 and requiring peers to attend at least 20 percent of sitting days. The changes would apply to all existing members without exception. The Labour government said it would consider the recommendations bef…
jns.orgpolitics1 day ago
Lebanese President Aoun to Meet Trump at White House on July 21
Lebanese President Aoun will hold his first face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Trump on July 21. Aoun called the visit a breakthrough linked to a U.S.-brokered framework agreement with Israel. A virtual military session is planned for next Friday.
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Washington Examinerpolitics1 day ago
House Speaker Mike Johnson raised $19.1 million in Q2 2026, bringing his cycle total past $135 million
Johnson transferred an average of $100,000 to battleground Republican incumbents and $150,000 to challengers. His total for the cycle exceeds $135 million as Republicans defend a narrow House majority.
sbs.com.auai1 day ago
OpenArt AI Begins Theater and Billboard Ads in Three Cities to Promote Its Director Video Tool
OpenArt AI is placing ads in AMC theaters and on billboards in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York this week. The campaign promotes its Director product and was created in-house using the tool.
abcnews.go.comai1 day 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.
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
UK Government Launches National Campaign to Help Households Prepare for Emergencies
Downing Street called on the public to take steps to protect water, electricity and mobile access. The government announced a national awareness effort covering severe weather and cyber attacks.
CoinDeskfinance1 day ago
U.K. to Issue First Digital Sovereign Bond on HSBC Platform by Early 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the timeline in her Mansion House speech. The Digital Gilt Instrument will operate on HSBC’s Orion platform inside the Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority sandbox.
newrepublic.comworld1 day ago
Supreme Court Denies House Arrest for Bnei Brak Man Accused of Rape and Targeting Minors
Israel's Supreme Court overturned a Tel Aviv District Court ruling that would have allowed a Bnei Brak resident accused of multiple sex offenses to be released to house arrest with electronic monitoring in Safed. Prosecutors had opposed the lower court's decision.
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ndtv.comworld1 day ago
Nigeria House Withdraws Prior State Police Bill and Advances Revised Executive Proposal
On 14 July 2026 the House of Representatives rescinded its June approval of a constitutional amendment creating state police and passed a new executive bill for second reading. The move followed a motion citing new facts requiring review of the security framework.
abcnews.go.compolitics1 hr agoUpdated
ABC and NBC Decline Live Broadcast of Trump Address but Offer Streaming and Follow-Up Coverage
President Trump will deliver a 9 p.m. EDT address Thursday from the White House on election integrity and voting systems. ABC and NBC said they will not air the speech live on their main broadcast channels.
nypost.combusiness2 days ago
UK Heating Oil Customers to Receive Compensation After Iran War Cancellations
The Competition and Markets Authority said 1,700 households affected by order cancellations will be compensated. Some suppliers agreed to pay while the regulator prepares court action against others.
finance2 days ago
Fed Chairman Warsh Testifies After CPI Shows Largest One-Month Drop Since 2020; Odds of July Rate Hold Rise Above 80 Percent
Kevin Warsh appeared before the House Financial Services Committee on Tuesday. The June CPI showed its largest one-month decline since 2020, shifting market odds toward a rate hold at the July 29 meeting.
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nbcnews.compolitics1 day agoUpdated
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; Senate Faces Tight Schedule on Defense Bill and Sanctions Package
Sen. Lindsey Graham died Saturday evening at age 71. Congress returns Monday with eight House session days left before recess and multiple stalled priorities including the SAVE America Act and defense funding.
The Guardianpolitics2 days ago
House Democrats Split as Some Back Amendment to Cut $3.3 Billion in Aid to Israel
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said he would vote against a Republican amendment to halt most U.S. military aid to Israel. The chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus urged colleagues to support the measure.
upi.compolitics2 days ago
Reeves Says UK-EU Partnership Is Britain’s Most Important Alliance and Calls for Closer Ties
Chancellor Rachel Reeves told City leaders at the Mansion House dinner that Britain's partnership with the European Union is now its most important international alliance. She urged closer ties and repeated her criticism of Brexit's economic effects. GB News reported the remarks…
channel4.combusiness2 days ago
British Gas, EDF, E.ON Next and Octopus Offer Grants After July Energy Bills Rose 13 Percent
Four major suppliers are providing grants up to £1,700 and other aid after July energy bills rose 13 percent for households without fixed tariffs. State pensioners and families facing debt qualify for the largest packages.