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John Hickenlooper wins Democratic primary for Senate in Colorado

Senator John Hickenlooper won the Democratic primary for Senate in Colorado, receiving 57.3% of the vote against challenger Julie Gonzales. Hickenlooper, a former governor, is seeking a second term and will face Republican Mark Baisley in the general election this fall.

Fox News — Politics

Rep. Jeff Hurd Wins GOP Primary in Colorado Amid Endorsement Changes

Rep. Jeff Hurd won the GOP primary in Colorado against Ron Hanks, securing Trump's endorsement after initial withdrawal. Hurd aims to retain his seat in a competitive district for the upcoming midterm elections, facing challenges from Democrats who hope to flip the district.

Fox News — Latest

Rep. Jeff Hurd Wins GOP Primary in Colorado Amid Endorsement Changes

Rep. Jeff Hurd won the GOP primary in Colorado against Ron Hanks, securing Trump's endorsement after initial withdrawal due to policy disagreements. Hurd aims to hold a competitive House district targeted by Democrats in the upcoming midterm elections, having previously won by a narrow margin.

Washington Examiner

Boebert to Face Democrat Eileen Laubacher in November Election

Representative Lauren Boebert will face Democrat Eileen Laubacher in the November election after both candidates advanced unopposed. Boebert, who previously represented Colorado's 3rd District, is now running in the 4th District, rated as 'Solid Republican.' Former President Trump has expressed a desire for a primary challenger against Boebert, but his comments came after the filing deadline for the primaries.

New York Times — Tech

U.S. Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic's A.I. Models

The U.S. has removed federal restrictions on Anthropic's Claude Mythos and Claude Fable A.I. models as of July 1, 2026. This announcement comes after the company's Code With Claude event in San Francisco.

New York Times — Politics

U.S. Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic's A.I. Models

The U.S. has removed federal restrictions on Anthropic's A.I. models, Claude Mythos and Claude Fable, as of July 1, 2026. This announcement follows a recent event hosted by the company in San Francisco.

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Lauren Boebert Wins Republican Primary for Colorado's 4th Congressional District

Lauren Boebert won her Republican primary for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, setting her up for a fourth term. Despite past conflicts with Trump and GOP leadership, she distanced herself from other Republicans who voted with Democrats. Trump has criticized her district switch and indicated he may withdraw his endorsement.

Fox News — Politics

Lauren Boebert Wins Republican Primary for Colorado's 4th Congressional District

Lauren Boebert won her Republican primary for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, positioning herself for a fourth term. Despite past clashes with Trump and House GOP leadership, she remains a candidate for the upcoming general election on November 3. Boebert's support for Trump continues, even as he has criticized her district switch and threatened to reconsider his endorsement.

apnews.com

Trump Reports $1.2 Billion in Revenue from Crypto Ventures in 2025

President Donald Trump reported $1.2 billion in revenue from cryptocurrency businesses in 2025, according to a federal filing. The report highlights significant earnings from both governance tokens and meme coins, despite their declining values. Additionally, Trump's property ventures have seen substantial growth, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest related to his business dealings abroad.

The Hill

NPR Reporter Discusses Retraction of Alito Retirement Story

NPR journalist Nina Totenberg spoke about the retraction of a report concerning Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's retirement. The report was retracted after NPR clarified that it lacked confirmation from Alito or the court's public information office.

Fox News — Politics

Federal Judge Blocks Virginia Law Restricting ICE Agents from Wearing Masks

A federal judge has blocked a Virginia law that would prevent ICE agents from wearing masks during enforcement operations. The ruling, which grants a preliminary injunction requested by the DOJ, cites potential violations of the Constitution's Supremacy Clause and the risk of physical harm to federal employees.

New York Post

Trump Administration Lifts Export Controls on Anthropic's AI Models

The Trump administration has removed export controls on Anthropic's AI models, which had been disabled worldwide due to difficulties in managing foreign user access. This decision marks a significant change in the administration's stance on AI technology exports.

The Hill

Trump Administration Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic's AI Models

The Trump administration has lifted the restrictions on Anthropic's AI models, Fable and Mythos, which had been imposed just over two weeks prior. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced the decision, highlighting the collaboration between the agency and Anthropic.

The Atlantic

Kennedy Center Faces Legal and Operational Challenges Amid Name Controversy

The Kennedy Center is navigating legal complications after a court ordered the removal of Donald Trump's name from the institution. DOJ lawyers are seeking to restore the name, citing potential risks to donations linked to a newly formed foundation. The center also faces operational challenges, including a potential renovation and uncertainty regarding its future operations and staffing.

Axios

Trump Administration Lifts Export Controls on Anthropic's Fable 5 AI Model

The Trump administration has lifted export controls on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 AI model, restoring public access after an 18-day suspension due to security concerns. The decision follows the administration's previous allowance for limited access to another model, Mythos 5, for select organizations. U.S. officials continue to express concerns about the potential misuse of advanced AI models.

Fox News — Latest

NPR Retracts False Report on Justice Alito's Retirement

NPR retracted a false report claiming Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring due to a misheard announcement by correspondent Nina Totenberg. The report was published briefly on July 1, 2026, before being corrected within minutes. Totenberg apologized for the error, which NPR's executive editor confirmed.