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CISA Develops Incident Playbook During Cybersecurity Incident

CISA disclosed that it developed its incident response playbook during an ongoing cybersecurity incident. This was highlighted by journalist Brian Krebs, who reported on exposed passwords in a GitHub repository linked to a CISA contractor.

ms.now

Graham Platner Withdraws from Maine Senate Race

Graham Platner has officially withdrawn from the Maine Senate race, as confirmed by the Secretary of State. His withdrawal follows allegations of sexual assault and other misconduct, which led to the loss of endorsements from Democratic groups. The Maine Democratic Party will now seek a replacement candidate ahead of the upcoming election.

apnews.com

U.S. Officials Demand Iran Declare Strait of Hormuz Open Amid Ongoing Tensions

U.S. officials are demanding that Iran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open for navigation, amidst ongoing tensions and recent airstrikes attributed to internal Iranian factions. President Trump has stated that the interim ceasefire is no longer in effect, while discussions for a permanent resolution continue. The situation remains complicated by Iran's claims of exclusive control over the strait and the potential for military options if negotiations on nuclear agreements fail.

Washington Examiner

White House Supports Kash Patel Amid Reports of Frustration Over Social Media Activity

The White House has publicly supported FBI Director Kash Patel after reports indicated frustration among administration officials regarding his social media posts and travel plans. Communications director Steven Cheung refuted claims of discontent, while Patel confirmed a White House meeting but disputed its reported context. He also canceled a trip to Chicago to visit his girlfriend shortly before departure.

Guardian — US

Workers Drain Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Crews drained the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool on July 11, 2026, due to issues with algae blooms and peeling paint. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed that the draining was planned and mentioned the presence of debris from a recent fireworks display.

Fox News — Latest

Former Obama Press Aide Fired for Alleged Theft in Minneapolis

Adam Fetcher, a former deputy press secretary for the Obama administration, was fired from his job in Minneapolis after allegedly stealing cash and credit cards from coworkers to buy kratom. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office is reviewing the case, which includes surveillance footage of Fetcher making purchases with stolen cards.

PBS NewsHour

Graham Platner withdraws from Maine Senate race

Graham Platner has officially withdrawn from the Senate race in Maine. The state is important for Senate control, and Democrats were looking for a candidate to run against Republican Senator Susan Collins.

Fox News — Latest

Michigan Senate candidate criticizes AIPAC donations as 'legalized bribery'

Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, criticized AIPAC donations as 'legalized bribery' in a recent post. His remarks highlight concerns about foreign influence in U.S. elections, particularly in his primary race against pro-Israel candidate Rep. Haley Stevens. El-Sayed also addressed questions regarding his tax returns and foreign assets.

Fox News — Politics

Michigan Senate candidate criticizes AIPAC donations as 'legalized bribery'

Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic U.S. Senate candidate from Michigan, has labeled AIPAC donations as 'legalized bribery' while criticizing the influence of foreign interests in American elections. His comments come ahead of a primary against Rep. Haley Stevens, who has defended the U.S.-Israel alliance. El-Sayed's financial disclosures reveal a net worth between $580,000 and $1.7 million.

Washington Examiner

DHS Links Counterterrorism Grants to State Election Security Policies

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that states must implement specific election security measures to qualify for federal homeland security grants. The new requirements include verifying voter eligibility and conducting manual audits of ballots. Failure to comply may result in a reduction of grant funding.

The Hill

Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that the AI firm attempted to obtain confidential information about Apple's products and processes through interviews with its employees. The lawsuit was filed in a California federal court on July 10, 2026.

PBS NewsHour

New housing bill to become law despite presidential veto

A housing bill has passed Congress with bipartisan support and is set to become law without President Trump's signature. The president declined to sign the bill due to dissatisfaction with the Senate's actions regarding his election legislation, the SAVE Act.