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Senate Votes on Immigration Enforcement Funding Legislation

The Senate is voting on a $70 billion bill aimed at funding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol. The bill's passage was delayed for weeks due to challenges posed by President Trump and the White House.

Guardian — US

Monterey Park, California Votes to Ban Datacenters

Monterey Park, California, has become the first city in the U.S. to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters, with early results indicating strong support for the measure. This decision is notable as it was made through a ballot initiative, unlike other local governments that have only implemented temporary moratoriums.

cnn.com

Senate Republicans Remove Trump Ballroom Funding from Immigration Bill

Senate Republicans have eliminated funding for President Trump's ballroom security from their immigration bill after a ruling by the parliamentarian deemed it a violation of budgetary rules. This decision is likely to frustrate Trump, who had previously indicated that the project would be funded through private donations.

Fox News — Latest

Nick Saban Testifies Before Senate on College Sports Legislation

Nick Saban testified before the Senate Commerce Committee on June 3, 2026, advocating for federal legislation to address challenges in college sports, particularly related to NIL and the transfer portal. The hearing included discussions on financial pressures faced by athletic programs and the high salaries of coaches, with a bipartisan bill being developed by Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell.

New York Times — Politics

U.S. Government Challenges Court Order on Tariff Refunds

The U.S. government is fighting a court order that requires it to refund some tariffs. Officials have indicated that the return of these duties, which could amount to tens of billions of dollars, may be postponed.

Washington Examiner

Congressional Black Caucus Opposes College Sports Reform Due to Redistricting Concerns

The Congressional Black Caucus has announced its opposition to the bipartisan "Protect College Sports Act" due to concerns over redistricting in Southern states following a Supreme Court ruling. The caucus argues that these redistricting efforts diminish Black voting power and calls for a pause on the bill until college athletic institutions address these issues.

Washington Examiner

Daily on Energy: Oil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Tensions and Data Center Energy Consumption Insights

Today's Daily on Energy highlights rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions, legislative actions affecting data centers, and a report on their significant electricity consumption. The European Union is set to establish energy efficiency standards for data centers, while the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has expedited the restart of the Crane Clean Energy Center.

Washington Examiner

Zelensky expresses concern over U.S. focus on Iran over Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concerns that U.S. attention is shifting towards Iran, stating that Ukraine is not a priority. During a press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, he emphasized the need for direct negotiations with Russia. Rutte also warned young Russians about the risks associated with military recruitment.

Guardian — US

Colorado Governor Vetoes Bill Banning Surveillance Pricing

Colorado Governor Jared Polis vetoed a bill on June 3, 2026, that would have banned surveillance pricing for wages and consumer goods. This measure was designed to be the most comprehensive in the U.S., following Maryland's earlier law banning such practices in grocery stores.