POLITICAL DAD

A federal appeals court struck down New Jersey’s assault‑weapons and magazine bans, a ruling that could affect gun ownership and may be appealed to the Supreme Court.

A primetime address showcased declassified documents revisiting disputed 2020 claims; fact‑checks found no evidence of vote tampering and the speech shaped election-security debates.

Homeland Security urged states to follow federal election guidance after the speech, increasing pressure on state and local officials running fall elections.

A Texas prosecutor disclosed new details about the July killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, prompting closer review of ICE operations and enforcement oversight.

Trump urged Darline Graham to run for a full Senate term after her appointment; her decision could influence the Senate and South Carolina voters.

AG nominee Todd Blanche met with Epstein accusers during confirmation hearings after a senator’s request; the meeting could affect the Senate’s vote and DOJ leadership.

Ukrainian drones struck warehouses and an oil depot, causing casualties and damage; attacks on logistics and energy sites raise risk of wider disruption.

U.S. import prices rose 0.3% in June, led by nonfuel goods; higher import costs can lift retail prices and complicate interest-rate decisions.

Forecast storms could clear wildfire smoke before the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, easing air-quality concerns for fans in the New York–New Jersey area.