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Supreme Court to hear challenge to Trump’s no-bond immigration detention policy

Supreme Court to weigh limits on no‑bond immigration detentions

Court review could change how many immigrants are held without bond hearings while their cases proceed, affecting detainees’ access to hearings and detention levels.

Supreme Court lets third‑country deportations resume

Revives a fast‑track deportation tool, allowing expedited removals to third countries while the Court decides — affecting migrants’ removal processes and immigration enforcement.

Pentagon announces new four‑star drone command, cuts generals

Plan would create a new four‑star drone command and cut a portion of general-officer ranks, reshaping leadership and accelerating autonomous systems development.

White House drops CNN from TV pool — again

CNN was left out of Thursday’s Texas/Oklahoma presidential TV pool; other networks declined to fill the slot, affecting who provides live coverage of the trip.

Poll: Most Americans blame Trump for higher prices; economy approval at new low

Many Americans blame the president for higher prices; that dissatisfaction over everyday costs could influence midterm voting and control of Congress.

Cowboys trade for CB Joey Porter Jr.

The trade ends a contract standoff that had sidelined Joey Porter Jr., placing him in Dallas’ secondary and potentially affecting defensive performance and fantasy rosters.

Rubio orders Iran’s U.N. delegation out of New York

U.S. ordered Iran’s UN delegation out of New York early amid stalled talks, signaling tensions that could affect efforts to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump touts $54B South Korean investment in Alaska LNG

A major South Korean investment could push a large LNG build‑out, promising jobs, energy exports and political implications in a key Senate race.

Pacific remnants drench Texas, flood watches in effect

Heavy rain and flood watches threaten travel, property and weekend plans across Texas and central U.S., prompting emergency crews and local advisories.

Senate confirms Keith Sonderling to lead Labor Department

Labor Department leadership shapes wage, workplace and immigration-related labor policies that affect paychecks, workplace rules and hiring as midterms approach.

Pentagon personnel records breach exposed millions

Letters confirm millions of current and former military and DoD staff had personal records exposed in a months‑long breach, risking identity theft.

Senate blocks data‑center energy bill and stock‑trading limits

Senators blocked a data‑center bill tied to AI energy costs and stalled a measure limiting members’ individual stock trades, affecting electricity policy and ethics rules debate.

Judge rules Wisconsin mosque leader can be deported

An immigration judge found the Islamic Society leader may be deported on national‑security grounds, a test of an older law with free‑speech implications for advocacy.

Three states ask Supreme Court to strike down abortion ‘shield’ laws

Case will decide if states can punish out‑of‑state providers who legally prescribe and mail abortion pills, affecting telehealth access and where people can get medication.

Kristi Noem files for divorce after 34 years

Filed for divorce after 34 years, a personal development with political echoes amid scrutiny.

UPDATE: Crew‑13 cleared for Oct. 1 launch to the ISS

NASA and SpaceX gave a ‘go’ for a four‑person Dragon launch Oct. 1, resuming routine crew rotation from U.S. soil.
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Judge approves settlement clearing Paramount’s $110B Warner takeover

Approval lets Paramount close its multibillion-dollar takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, with conditions on U.S. production and theatrical output that could reshape where movies are made and related jobs.

ASU hockey coach placed on leave after player’s collapse

Arizona State put coach Greg Powers on leave as the university investigates a player’s collapse during a workout, raising athlete‑safety and accountability questions.

Automated ball‑strike challenge decides Phillies‑Braves Game 2

MLB’s ABS system ended Game 2 with a challenge after late homers, directly deciding a postseason result and affecting future replay outcomes and fan trust.

Medevac helicopter crashes off Catalina; search continues

A medevac helicopter crashed off Catalina, killing two, hospitalizing two and leaving one missing—an event that can affect emergency air transport services and regional rescue capacity.
Earlier on PoliticalDad
Texas tilt‑coaster leaves 19 riders dangling; COTALAND says stalls lasted minutes and no one was hurt9:38 AM AOL
Florida woman indicted in shooting at Rihanna’s LA home5:53 AM LA Times
Yesterday
FlyDubai jet to Tel Aviv makes emergency landing after cockpit stabbing as passengers subdue attacker5:19 PM Wash. Post
DHS spent $20M on Trump-focused TV ads1:51 PM Roll Call
GAO: Trump's $810M pocket rescission violates budget law1:51 PM Roll Call
Fever: Fan didn't violate code after A'ja Wilson incident1:51 PM Yahoo Sports
UPDATE: Appeals court halts Christa Pike execution an hour before it was set11:35 AM CBS News
Core PCE holds at 3.0% as consumer spending jumps11:35 AM KFGO
FTC opens probe into major AI labs11:35 AM CBS News
U.S. formally ends military mission in Iraq9:32 AM Stars and
White House launches AI 'front door' for federal services9:32 AM GovExec
Gallup: Supreme Court begins term with record‑low ratings9:32 AM Gallup
Hegseth orders 20% cut in generals and admirals7:52 AM CBS News
Judge blocks FEMA from tying grants to state election changes7:52 AM Philadelphia
10‑year Treasury yield hits roughly 24‑year high5:49 AM Axios
White House, tech CEOs agree to voluntary AI audits5:49 AM Bloomberg
Two aviators eject during carrier landing; four sailors hurt5:49 AM Stars and
U.S. sanctions target Iran military suppliers amid stalled talks5:49 AM Axios
Yankees leave Aaron Judge off Wild Card roster5:49 AM Wash. Post
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