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ProPublica: FBI anti‑corruption team eyed Sen. Susan Collins in pay‑to‑play probe before Trump purge halted the case

FBI probe of Collins stalled after Trump shake-up

An FBI anti-corruption team had targeted Sen. Susan Collins before the probe was halted amid DOJ changes tied to Trump, raising questions about enforcement and a key Senate race.

No charges from grand jury in Nolan Wells case

A Mississippi grand jury found no cause for criminal charges in Nolan Wells’ July 4 death; the decision may prompt protests and civil lawsuits and affect local policing disputes.

ICE removes detainees with final orders from public locator

Removing detainees with final removal orders from the public locator makes it harder for families and lawyers to find detainees and mount last-minute legal challenges.

Networks pause White House TV coverage after three outlets barred

Networks paused TV pool duties after the White House barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico, which may alter live presidential event coverage viewers see.

Trump hosts China’s Xi in Washington

A rare state visit will focus on AI, trade and Iran — talks that could affect technology rules, tariffs, supply chains, prices and jobs at home.
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Deal expands U.S. military presence in Greenland

A pact expands the U.S. military presence in Greenland, formalizing operations in a strategic Arctic chokepoint while avoiding a direct sovereignty dispute with Denmark.
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Sen. Curtis seeks subpoenas over Trump Jr. wedding funds

A senator seeking subpoenas over foreign money tied to the president’s son could trigger hearings, affecting political oversight and public accountability ahead of the midterm elections.
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Appeals panel backs Missouri GOP map; Supreme Court may decide

An 8th Circuit panel ruled Missouri should use the 2025 GOP-drawn map, pausing for a likely Supreme Court appeal that could reshape House races weeks before ballots.

Appeals court backs GOP Missouri map — but pauses for review

A court’s temporary approval of a GOP map, pending an emergency appeal, could change district boundaries and alter House contests days before ballots are set.

Gas near $4.48 nationwide

National gasoline averages are rising, increasing pump costs for commuters and trucking and raising household and delivery expenses.
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Two pilots killed in Yosemite firefighting helicopter crash

Two pilots were killed on a firefighting mission near Yosemite; the NTSB is probing the crash, which could affect aerial firefighting safety and operations during wildfire season.

Judge lets SpaceX land swap proceed

The ruling lets SpaceX expand its Starbase onto refuge land, affecting local habitat and public land use and shaping how federal land exchanges are handled.
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Trump back at the United Nations

Trump returns to the UN as leaders meet on Iran, AI and wars — U.S. signals could influence oil prices, alliances and national security decisions.

Austin shooting by ICE officer raises questions as victim detained

A man shot by an ICE officer was moved into detention, raising questions about use of force and due process that affect immigrant rights and local enforcement oversight.
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Starship’s booster rolls to the pad

SpaceX rolled its Super Heavy booster to the pad ahead of an expected orbital Starship attempt, a step toward cheaper launches and more capable satellites.

Hurricane Polo jumps to Category 4

Hurricane Polo strengthened rapidly to Category 4 off Mexico, threatening resorts, shipping and Pacific fisheries and possibly shifting Southwest weather.

Senators warn against politicizing NIH grant decisions

Senators Collins and Murray warned against a plan to shift NIH grant decisions to political appointees, a change that could affect research funding and jobs.

U.S. pursuing Belarus potash deal, Trump says

Trump said the U.S. is pursuing a Belarus potash purchase, a move that could change fertilizer sourcing, farm costs and U.S.-Canada trade flows.

Rams rout Giants 28-6; QB hurt

Rams beat Giants 28-6 on Monday Night Football; Giants’ QB Jaxson Dart left with a knee injury — alters betting lines and early-season outlook.

Vermont jury convicts man in shooting of three students

A Vermont jury convicted a man of attempted murder in the shooting of three Palestinian students; verdict may carry life sentences and affects local safety debates.
Earlier on PoliticalDad
George Lucas’s big new museum opens in L.A.7:53 AM Los Angeles
States settle Paramount–Warner merger challenge5:50 AM Axios
Stocks rally as oil and yields drop5:50 AM Charles
Yesterday
Ground stop snarls flights into Philly and Newark1:53 PM CBS News
HHS and FDA push to favor human-based drug testing1:53 PM HHS.gov
Diesel tops $6.50 a gallon11:37 AM Investing.co
Paramount settles with states, clearing path for $100B-plus merger11:37 AM Bloomberg
California declares statewide emergency ahead of El Niño storms11:37 AM Gov.Ca.Gov
DOJ issues new subpoenas in 'grand conspiracy' probe9:40 AM AP News
GOP bets 'no tax on tips' can flip Las Vegas seat9:40 AM WPLG Local
Measles exposure flagged at Philadelphia airport9:40 AM 6abc
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue after White House ban8:05 AM Axios
White House removes CNN from TV pool rotation8:05 AM NY Times
September nor'easter could threaten East Coast8:05 AM Wash. Post
Nobel laureates back California billionaire wealth tax8:05 AM Investing.co
Converse pulls ad after backlash over imagery8:05 AM Wash. Post
Mortgage rates near 7% after Fed hike5:42 AM AP News
U.S. proposes AI incident 'hotline' with China5:42 AM Wash. Post
Chiefs win wild OT, 33–305:42 AM Wash. Post
Braves clinch NL East with 4–2 win5:42 AM CBS Sports
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