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U.S. Lawmakers Push for Emergency Migrant Protections After Deadly Venezuelan Earthquakes
Washington, Friday, 3 July 2026.
Following earthquakes that killed over 2,200 people in Venezuela, U.S. lawmakers are urgently demanding emergency protection for 600,000 migrants currently facing deportation to the active disaster zone.
Active-Duty Air Force Officer Arrested While Demanding President's Impeachment
Washington, Friday, 3 July 2026.
In an unprecedented move, active-duty Major Jason Watson was arrested at the Capitol while protesting in uniform, triggering a high-stakes military investigation into political expression within the armed forces.
Supreme Court Defends Birthright Citizenship by Rejecting Executive Order
Washington, Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
On June 30, 2026, the Supreme Court struck down an executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship, reaffirming a 128-year-old constitutional precedent despite ongoing legislative uncertainty.
Supreme Court Blocks Immediate Firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
Washington, Monday, 29 June 2026.
On June 29, 2026, the Supreme Court blocked the immediate firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook, temporarily shielding central bank independence while expanding presidential power over other federal agencies.
Millions of Student Loan Borrowers Face Higher Payments as Popular Plan Ends
Washington, Monday, 29 June 2026.
Starting July 1, 2026, a federal overhaul eliminates the SAVE program, forcing over seven million student loan borrowers to transition to new, potentially much more expensive repayment plans.
Postal Service Threatens to Halt Mail-In Ballot Deliveries Over State Voter Data Disputes
Washington, Sunday, 28 June 2026.
The Postal Service plans to block mail-in ballot deliveries in states refusing to share voter registries with the federal government, triggering a major constitutional clash over election authority.
