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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions

By Andrew Chung July 27 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to allow implementation nationwide of his executive order aimed at tightening rules for mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections that will decide ‌control of Congress.
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Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

By Ernest Scheyder and Jarrett Renshaw July 27 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's push to end Washington's reliance on Chinese critical minerals by January is colliding with a stark reality: American miners and processors aren't ready.
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Exclusive-Thousands of children, sponsors arrested by ICE after tips from US child migrant agency

Exclusive-Thousands of children, sponsors arrested by ICE after tips from US child migrant agency

By Kristina Cooke July 28 (Reuters) - Aurora's 6-year-old daughter arrived at the U.S. border alone and spent more than half a year in a child migrant shelter while her mother, who was already in the country, worked to get her out. The two were finally reunited in late March.
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Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Approval for Anti-Mail Voting Order

Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Approval for Anti-Mail Voting Order

The Department of Justice has filed an emergency appeal with the Supreme Court, seeking approval for President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting ahead of the midterm elections. The order, which has been blocked by lower courts, aims to limit mail ballots to voters on state-provided lists, effectively creating a federal registration list for absentee voters. The appeal marks the first time the Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to intervene in its anti-voting measures.
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End to TPS for Haitians could affect more than 150,000 in Florida

End to TPS for Haitians could affect more than 150,000 in Florida

In Florida alone, an end to Haitian Temporary Protected Status decision could affect more than 150,000 people.
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North Carolina legislature looks to 'modernize' DWI laws

North Carolina legislature looks to 'modernize' DWI laws

North Carolina legislators are looking to change the states DWI/DUI laws in 2026.
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Trump Administration Cancels $7.5 Billion in Clean Energy Grants to Blue States

Trump Administration Cancels $7.5 Billion in Clean Energy Grants to Blue States

The Trump administration has canceled $7.5 billion in federal funding for clean energy projects in states that voted against President Trump in the most recent election. This decision was revealed in court documents, where the administration admitted that the funding was withdrawn based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient's state. The move has sparked controversy as it appears to be a politically motivated action, reminiscent of past accusations against the Obama administration regarding clean energy funding. The funding cut affects projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting renewable energy sources.
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Trump's border czar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting

Trump's border czar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting

President Donald Trump’s border czar said the vetting of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer involved in the deadly shooting of a Colombian native in Maine is under internal review
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Congresswoman Emily Randall Demands FEMA Explanation for Aberdeen-Hoquiam Funding Delay

Congresswoman Emily Randall Demands FEMA Explanation for Aberdeen-Hoquiam Funding Delay

U.S. Congresswoman Emily Randall has sent a letter to the Acting Administrator of FEMA, Robert Fenton, demanding an explanation for the delay and reduction of funds for the Aberdeen-Hoquiam Flood Protection Project. Initially, FEMA approved $47 million for the project, but this amount was later reduced to $34.65 million, with disbursement delayed until September 2026. Randall's letter also highlights concerns about FEMA funds being redirected to the Department of Homeland Security for immigration enforcement, rather than disaster readiness. She has requested answers by July 31, 2026.
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Maine Democratic delegates choose Troy Jackson as new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins

Maine Democratic delegates choose Troy Jackson as new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins

Former state lawmaker and logger Troy Jackson has secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine on Saturday
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Trump Administration Cancels Clean Energy Grants Based on Political Affiliation of States

Trump Administration Cancels Clean Energy Grants Based on Political Affiliation of States

The Trump administration has admitted in court documents that it canceled $7.6 billion in grants for clean energy projects based on the political affiliation of the states involved. The grants, which were intended for projects in 16 states that supported Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, were terminated. This admission contradicts previous statements by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, who claimed the cancellations were due to the projects not adequately advancing national energy needs or being economically viable. The decision has been criticized by Democrats and environmental groups, who argue that the administration is using federal power to punish states for their political choices. The Energy Department had previously announced the termination of 321 funding awards across 223 projects, citing a lack of alignment with national energy goals.
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Trump Administration's Election Rule Changes Face Legal and Political Pushback

Trump Administration's Election Rule Changes Face Legal and Political Pushback

The Trump administration is actively pursuing changes to state election rules, a move that has sparked significant legal and political resistance. The administration's efforts are driven by President Trump's claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, which he lost to Joe Biden. These claims have been widely debunked, yet they continue to fuel attempts to alter voting procedures, including reducing mail-in voting and demanding unredacted voter lists from states. The Department of Justice has been involved in these efforts, threatening state officials with legal action if they do not comply. This has led to a series of legal challenges, with courts often ruling against the administration's demands. Critics argue that these actions are intended to undermine confidence in the electoral process and potentially challenge election results unfavorable to Republicans.