Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information

A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.

Tulsi Gabbard accuses Fauci of Wuhan lab COVID cover-up
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On her final day as Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard released a wave of declassified documents targeted at Dr. Anthony Fauci. In a final video message, Gabbard accused the former top health official of using American taxpayer dollars to fund dangerous gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and subsequently misleading Congress under oath about the origins of the pandemic. Dr. Fauci has not yet publicly commented on this latest document release, but he holds a pre-emptive pardon issued by former President Joe Biden in January 2025. Gabbard is officially stepping down from her role as Intel Chief to care for her husband during his battle with cancer.

Padilla announces efforts to strengthen election security
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The bill authorizes a $10 billion immediate investment over three years for election administration funding at the state and local level ahead of the 2026 and 2028 elections.

US-Iran peace talks postponed over tensions in Lebanon
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U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland planned for Friday were cancelled as fighting flared in Lebanon, creating new uncertainty about the timing of negotiations vital to ensure the ‌reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping.

Trump administration to cut student loan interest rates

With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.

Los Angeles voters could decide whether noncitizens can fill ballot in city elections

The Los Angeles City Council voted 10-5 to advance a measure that would let voters decide whether noncitizens can vote in city and Los Angeles Unified School District elections.

Trump, Iran's president digitally sign deal to end war
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The interim agreement, signed late Wednesday, starts the clock on a 60-day negotiating window to resolve key issues around the future of Iran’s nuclear program.

Trump, Iran sign tentative deal in push to end war
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President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a tentative deal in hopes of getting closer to ending the war.

Kristi Noem warns of 'coordinated' effort to funnel Chinese nationals into US

Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.

New California laws taking effect July 1, 2026

A wave of new laws hits California on July 1. From minimum wage hikes and school cell phone bans to stricter rules for self-driving robotaxis, here is what is changing in your community.

Trump departs G7 summit, says Strait of Hormuz will be opened 'in full' within two days

President Donald Trump spoke at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which he expects to be opened "in full" within two days.

2 California men charged in thwarted drone and sniper plot targeting White House UFC event

California residents Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas face murder conspiracy charges over a thwarted anti-government plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House.

UFC boss distances himself from fighter's Obama remark: Report

A fighter’s post-fight comments could overshadow UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, a one-of-a-kind event marking America’s 250th birthday and combining sports, politics and entertainment on an unprecedented stage.

Newsom alleges probe into his family
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Newsom said he's done nothing wrong, saying Trump is coming for him because he is considering a run for president.

Iran latest: G7 leaders gather as US-Iran peace deal takes center stage

The G7 Summit is underway. President Donald Trump and the leaders of six other nations are meeting in France, and the effects of the peace deal between the United States and Iran will be one of the top items on the agenda.