The End of Independent Agencies: Presidential Control Expands Over Federal Commissions
Recent legal changes and presidential actions have diminished the independence of federal agencies, centralizing power in agency chairs and the presidency.
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Recent legal changes and presidential actions have diminished the independence of federal agencies, centralizing power in agency chairs and the presidency.
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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov reiterates readiness for political settlement while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks to revive stalled peace talks.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 7:46 AM
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The Stop Insider Trading Act passed by the House prohibits members of Congress and their families from purchasing new stocks but allows them to keep existing holdings.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 23, 2026, 7:27 AM
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Four U.S. military personnel killed in recent Middle East conflicts were honored in Delaware as tensions between the U.S. and Iran rise.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 7:10 AM
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President Donald Trump visited Georgia to support Republican Mike Collins in his Senate bid against incumbent Jon Ossoff.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 6:03 AM
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Iran-backed Houthi rebels targeted Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea as the Iranian Revolutionary Guards halted tankers at the Strait of Hormuz, with the US increasing military and financial commitments in the region.
France 24 English | Jul 23, 2026, 5:41 AM
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At a dignified transfer ceremony, former President Donald Trump reiterated his position that the U.S. must prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, citing comments from fallen soldiers.
Daily Caller | Jul 23, 2026, 5:23 AM
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R. James Woolsey, who led the CIA during the Clinton administration, passed away from a stroke at his Washington, D.C. home.
The Hill | Jul 23, 2026, 4:32 AM
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On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, President Trump attended the dignified transfer of four U.S. soldiers killed in the ongoing conflict with Iran, coinciding with a new round of U.S. military strikes.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 4:27 AM
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New US tariffs on Brazilian imports are influencing voter sentiment, potentially aiding incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against Flavio Bolsonaro.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 3:53 AM
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French Parliament passes legislation banning social media use for children under 15, marking a significant step in Europe's increasing regulation of online activity among minors.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 3:27 AM
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Republican House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan has urged the Justice Department to investigate and potentially charge Jack Smith, alleging he lied to Congress during his deposition.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 3:22 AM
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Republicans in the House passed a significant funding bill exceeding $1 trillion for the Pentagon, alongside a budget plan to support the war with Iran and enact parts of former President Trump's election overhaul legislation.
NPR News | Jul 23, 2026, 3:17 AM
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Opinion polls indicate declining public support for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who has prioritized conservative laws over addressing economic concerns.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 23, 2026, 2:39 AM
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US President Donald Trump warns of destroying Iranian bridges or power plants in response to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting stern warnings from Iran and regional concerns.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 23, 2026, 2:30 AM
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The National Defence Authorisation Act, reflecting President Trump's military budget increase request, passes narrowly in the House amid concerns over war funding and Israel collaboration.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 2:22 AM
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President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth honored four U.S. Army soldiers killed in recent attacks linked to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 1:52 AM
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President Donald Trump posted comparisons of U.S. war fatalities, drawing criticism for downplaying deaths in the ongoing Iran conflict.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 23, 2026, 1:46 AM
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With Antonio Guterres concluding his second term on December 31, 2026, six candidates vie to lead the UN amid calls for reform and financial challenges.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 23, 2026, 1:32 AM
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President Donald Trump attended a dignified transfer ceremony for four U.S. service members killed overseas, calling them 'great heroes' and offering condolences to their families.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 1:27 AM
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The House narrowly approved a Republican-backed budget blueprint that initiates a reconciliation process to fund the Iran conflict, agricultural aid, and parts of President Trump's voting regulations bill.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 12:22 AM
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President Trump is deliberating potential military action against a militant group linked to al-Qaeda in Mali amid internal disagreements among U.S. officials.
The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 11:53 PM
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During a Congressional hearing on July 22, 2026, US officials raised concerns about China’s expanding role in UN peacekeeping missions, alleging these forces serve dual purposes including intelligence gathering.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 11:32 PM
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US President Donald Trump warned of targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure in response to attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional hostilities with no diplomatic resolution in sight.
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