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U.S. Secret Service looking into reports of gunfire near White House
The gunfire was reported in the vicinity of Lafayette Park, across the street from the White House.
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Federal law could punish sanctuary sheriffs, advocacy groups, but DOJ not using it for that purpose
DOJ has recently signaled interest in using the law – § 1324 – more aggressively. But as of early 2026, no prosecution of a sheriff or comparable official for detainer noncompliance has gone forward.
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Trump says 'massive strike' in Tehran 'terminated' many of regime's military leaders, releases video
"Many of Iran’s Military Leaders, who have led them poorly and unwisely, are terminated, along with much else, with this massive strike in Tehran!" Trump wrote on Truth Social in a post with the video footage.
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Pakistan, China unveil 5-point Iran war peace plan
President Donald Trump initially suggested that the timeline for the conflict would be roughly five weeks, though that milestone is fast approaching and the war appears nowhere near a resolution.
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Maryland Republican political consultant indicted on wire fraud, money laundering
James Appel allegedly stole money from the account of at least one elected official and one community organization with which he was associated
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Italy refuses to let U.S. bombers land at Sicilian base: Report
The development comes in the wake of Spain refusing to allow the U.S. to use its bases for operations related to the Iran war.
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Supreme Court strikes down Colorado law banning conversion therapy for LGBT minors
The 8-1 decision impacts more than 20 other states that have similar laws banning conversion therapy
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Trump blasts 'very unhelpful' France over Iran war spats
Earlier this month, French President Emmanuel Macron declared that Paris would not participate in a military operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump tells nations facing oil shortages to buy from U.S. or 'take it' from Iran
Senior Trump administration officials, including Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, have expressed their disappointment in the unwillingness of NATO members to aid the U.S.
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Hegseth on NATO: 'A lot has been laid bare'
NATO allies have generally been hesitant to commit to supporting the Iran war in a military capacity.
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Hegseth casts doubt on timeline for Iran war's end
Trump, for his part, has repeatedly insisted that the conflict was either over or nearly won.
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DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport to President Donald J Trump International Airport
The new name will take effect on July 1
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Watch Live: Defense Secretary Hegseth holds Pentagon briefing on Iran war
Defense Secretary Hegseth holds Pentagon briefing on Iran war