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Vice President Vance Admits Missteps in Handling Epstein File Disclosures
Washington, Friday, 17 July 2026.
Vice President JD Vance admitted the Trump administration mishandled communications regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s files, blaming former Attorney General Pam Bondi while suggesting Epstein had deep-state intelligence ties.
Vice President JD Vance Rallies House Republicans Behind New Ninety-Five Billion Dollar Budget Plan
Washington, Friday, 17 July 2026.
Vice President JD Vance is pressing House Republicans to pass a $95 billion budget package, attempting to bypass Senate rules to fast-track strict new voter registration laws.
White House Teleprompter Operator Suspended Over Alleged Speech Bets
Washington, Thursday, 16 July 2026.
The White House suspended teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez amid a federal investigation into alleged insider trading, after he reportedly used upcoming speech drafts to bet on prediction markets.
John Fetterman Warns He Will Exit the Democratic Party Over Israel Stance
Washington, D.C., Thursday, 16 July 2026.
Senator John Fetterman threatened to leave the Democratic Party if it officially adopts an anti-Israel platform, a move that could severely disrupt the Senate’s delicate balance of power.