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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Sen. Darline Graham has been sworn in to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly.
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Chen Youlin, a US seismologist who studied North Korea's nuclear tests, has been held in China since November 2024, with his family alleging wrongful detention.
BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:17 AMgeneral
Jashanpreet Singh, an illegal immigrant from India, received a prison sentence of four years and eight months after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter in a 2025 Southern California semitruck crash that killed three people, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement.
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Following the deaths of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement orders suspension of most vehicle stops amid calls to remove ICE from the streets.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 6:40 AMgeneral
President Trump plans a primetime address focused on elections amid calls for stricter voting regulations ahead of November's midterms.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:18 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 AMpolitics
Security measures during Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Washington visit caused significant flight disruptions at Ronald Reagan National Airport.
CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 AMpolitics
Following four days of U.S. military action, President Trump signals escalation in strikes targeting Iran's infrastructure.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 3:43 AMworld
Oil prices climbed to one-month highs as tensions escalated between the US and Iran, with a US naval blockade reinstated and retaliatory strikes launched by Iran.
CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:13 AMgeneral
President Donald Trump warns Iran of intensified U.S. military actions, including strikes on power plants and bridges, unless Tehran agrees to negotiate.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 12:39 AMpolitics
Sen. Dick Durbin relayed that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche described the Trump-era fund as a misstep during a meeting ahead of Blanche’s Justice Department nomination hearing.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:05 AMpolitics
As U.S. airstrikes on Iran enter a fourth consecutive day, lawmakers question the Pentagon on escalating war expenses.
NBC Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:41 PMworld
Rodri returns to top form 22 months after injury, leading Spain to their first World Cup final since 2010 with a commanding midfield performance against France.
CNA Latest News | Jul 14, 2026, 10:56 PMus
The Sunshine Protection Act, supported by both parties and former President Trump, now moves to the Senate after passing the House with a wide margin.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 10:25 PMgeneral
Following two deadly encounters involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Texas and Maine, the agency has been ordered to pause most vehicle stops nationwide while officers receive new training.
Washington Times News | Jul 14, 2026, 8:41 PMworld
Nvidia has made only limited deliveries of its H200 AI chips to China and Hong Kong following US government approvals, according to a Trump administration official.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 8:39 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 PMgeneral
The 2026 CNBC America’s Top States for Business report ranks Tennessee, Texas, and eight other GOP-led states lowest in quality of life, drawing backlash over methodology and political factors.
Washington Times News | Jul 14, 2026, 7:12 PMgeneral
More than half of the job losses in Washington, D.C. since the COVID-19 pandemic began are linked to federal layoffs under the Trump administration, according to a new report.
Washington Times News | Jul 14, 2026, 7:10 PMus
Former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit accusing Trump administration and pro-Israel groups of coordinated campaign to target pro-Palestinian activists.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 6:15 PMgeneral
A trespassing incident at Governor JB Pritzker’s Chicago residence on July 4th has intensified criticism of Illinois’ SAFE-T Act and its impact on public safety.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 5:20 PMworld
US President Donald Trump abandons plan to impose a 20% charge on commercial cargo through the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with trade and investment agreements with Gulf states amid ongoing regional tensions.
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