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Coast-to-Coast Relay Carrying American Flag Enters Utah on 250th Anniversary Run to Washington
The 3,016-mile Relay for America, with over 250 runners each dedicating a mile to veterans, is averaging 161 miles per day and expected to arrive in D.C. by July 2.
ICE Agent's Road Rage Prosecution Sparks Federal-State Legal Battle Over Jurisdiction
Gregory Morgan Jr. faces state assault charges for allegedly pointing a gun at Minnesota motorists, but federal officials argue he is shielded from prosecution under the Supremacy Clause.
Bipartisan Coalition of House Members Launches Free Enterprise Caucus To Promote Economic Growth
The four leaders represent the Republican Study Committee, Blue Dog Coalition, Republican Governance Group, and New Democrat Coalition—together encompassing a majority of the House chamber.
Seattle Port Workers Display Australian Flags as US-Australia Trade Tensions Simmer During World Cup
The Pacific Northwest harbor handles billions in Australian goods annually, yet political disputes over tariffs and forced labor allegations complicate the relationship.
Gabbard Releases Fauci Documents in Final Days as Intelligence Chief Amid Succession Battle
Bill Pulte faces bipartisan opposition to becoming interim ODNI director while permanent nominee Jay Clayton remains stalled over voter ID measure.
Barack and Michelle Obama Surprise First Visitors to Newly Opened Presidential Center
The former president and first lady personally greeted the first 100 visitors Friday, reading 'Where the Wild Things Are' to schoolchildren alongside LeVar Burton.
Rice Scholar Research Reveals First Juneteenth Celebration Was Held in Houston in 1866
Caleb McDaniel, a professor at Rice University, uncovered the finding through Works Progress Administration records from the 1930s, shifting historical understanding of the holiday's origins.
Kraft Debuts TSA-Friendly Ranch Kit for Travelers Amid Viral International Craze
The limited-edition kit includes a quart-sized compliant bag and bulk ranch packets, responding to videos of global soccer fans sampling the condiment that have accumulated millions of views.
Commentator Argues Trump's Corruption Is Without Parallel in US History
Will Marshall of the Progressive Policy Institute writes that the scale and brazenness of alleged ethical violations surpasses previous administrations.
Democrats Renew Calls for Ethics Rules Amid Scrutiny of Trump Business Ties
Progressive Policy Institute analysis argues current standards insufficient as Senate blocks $1.8B funding request linked to allies.