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Pete Hegseth's new Pentagon-DOJ leak task force arrives days after four New York Times reporters were subpoenaed, and it could decide how much of the Gulf war Americans get to see.

The Department of War has suspended CMMC Phase II audits that could have cost small US defence contractors up to $593,800 each, but DOJ False Claims Act risks remain.

Oxford University has initiated human trials for a new Ebola vaccine just 57 days after development, targeting the Bundibugyo strain amid an outbreak in the Congo and Uganda.

The Pentagon and DOJ have formed a taskforce to prosecute whistleblowers, aiming to protect national security. This move has raised concerns about press freedom among major news organisations.

The Trump administration has initiated a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, citing threats to American sovereignty, with measures including sanctions and diplomatic pressure on allied nations.

Donald Trump's naval blockade on Iran escalates Middle East tensions, impacting global oil prices and involving key US allies, raising fears of deeper US military involvement.

Darline Graham Nordone becomes South Carolina's first female senator, appointed by Governor McMaster to complete her late brother Lindsey Graham's term, marking a historic milestone for the state.

A photo released to reassure the public about Mitch McConnell's health has sparked conspiracy theories, with sceptics questioning its authenticity and suggesting it might be AI-generated.

Hunter Biden and Nick Fuentes met in a Philadelphia motel for a heated political discussion, moderated by Andrew Callaghan. The encounter nearly escalated into a physical altercation, highlighting their ideological divide.

EU foreign ministers support banning trade with Israeli settlement goods, but legal classification disputes delay action. The decision hinges on whether it's a sanction or trade measure.

China's crackdown on underground Christian churches intensifies, targeting children, lawyers, and online worship, raising international concerns over religious freedom under Xi's 'Sinicisation'.

The European Commission is urging Meta and TikTok to alter addictive features on their platforms, as part of a broader EU initiative to regulate children's access to social media.

A federal judge has voided President Trump's IRS settlement, citing bad faith and misuse of power, impacting his legal shield against audits and raising questions ahead of a key confirmation hearing.

Alex Jones claims unnamed Pentagon generals said Lindsey Graham 'died in Kyiv', casting doubt on the official heart‑attack account of the senator's death after his Ukraine trip.

Nine European countries have formed a coalition with Ukraine to develop an integrated missile defence system, aiming to strengthen protection against ballistic missile threats across the continent.

The UN's maritime agency has rejected Donald Trump's proposal to charge a 20% fee for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, citing no legal basis for tolls on international waterways.

A young father was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Biddeford, Maine, sparking community outrage and calls for a thorough investigation into the use of lethal force by federal agents.

Historian Anne Applebaum warns that election denialism poses a long-term threat to democracy, extending beyond Donald Trump and influencing future elections.

The Supreme Court's recent ruling has intensified debates on birthright citizenship, with critics warning it could lead to future constitutional challenges and reshape interpretations of the 14th Amendment.

Rapper Boosie Badazz is in a legal battle to recover $300K from lobbyists after spending $600K on a failed attempt to secure a Trump pardon for a federal gun charge.

Trump biographer Michael Wolff says Donald Trump's 'dangerous addiction' to attention, exposed at a NATO summit in Ankara, could shape US foreign policy and even undermine a second Trump presidency.

The death of Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell's continued hospitalisation have thrown Republican plans for the US midterms.

Connecticut SNAP recipients whose food was ruined in Fourth of July storms have until 14 July to claim up to $331 in emergency replacement benefits.

A fatal shooting involving ICE in Biddeford, Maine, has prompted a major law enforcement response and calls for answers from local officials and community groups.

Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death after a Ukraine trip has sparked speculation of foul play, despite no evidence. His passing follows a history of heart disease in his family.

Jeffrey Newman and Jayson Conner, co-founders of a major New York homelessness initiative, died within days of each other, leaving the outreach community in shock and mourning their impactful legacy.

Sen. Ron Johnson is expected to lead the Senate Budget Committee after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death, impacting major spending debates. Graham's final efforts focused on Saudi-Israel relations.

The US government's debt interest payments have reached $24 billion weekly, surpassing spending on major federal agencies, highlighting a growing fiscal challenge for policymakers.

Tiffany Haddish's guest-hosting on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' ended with a viral moment as she joked about Donald Trump, sparking a response from the White House and showcasing her comedic prowess.