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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 The report was retracted after NPR clarified that it lacked confirmation from Alito or the court's public information office.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.

The Hill

Trump reports over $500 million from cryptocurrency venture

President Trump disclosed earnings exceeding $500 million from a cryptocurrency venture he co-founded with his sons, according to financial disclosures made public on June 30, 2026. The venture, World Liberty Financial, was established in 2024 during his presidential campaign.

Fox News — Latest

Video Released of February Riot at St. Louis County Jail

A riot at the St. Louis County Justice Center on February 7 involved 34 inmates who expressed frustrations over limited access to phones and Wi-Fi. The incident resulted in over $30,800 in damages, and authorities have initiated criminal charges against four inmates. In response, officials are increasing funding for medical services and addressing staffing shortages.

Wired

U.S. Eases Export Controls on Anthropic's AI Models

The U.S. government is lifting export controls on Anthropic's AI models, Mythos and Fable, after previously restricting access for foreign nationals. This change reflects a shift in policy regarding advanced artificial intelligence technologies.

Al Jazeera English

Trump announces 2026 Republican midterm convention

Donald Trump has announced the 2026 Republican midterm convention, with the Republican Party focusing on retaining control of Congress in the November elections. The event is part of the party's strategy leading up to the midterms.

Washington Examiner

House Adjourns for July 4 Holiday Amid Legislative Stalemate

The House of Representatives has adjourned for a weeklong recess due to a legislative impasse among Republicans, particularly regarding the SAVE America Act. Speaker Mike Johnson canceled scheduled votes after failing to secure support for procedural rules needed to advance legislation. The House is set to return on July 13, with limited time for legislative action before the August recess.

Axios

Supreme Court Ruling Impacts GOP Campaign Financing

The Supreme Court ruling allows GOP campaign committees to spend unlimited amounts in coordination with candidates, which is expected to favor Republicans in upcoming elections. The Republican National Committee has significantly more cash-on-hand than the Democratic National Committee, but Democrats continue to excel in grassroots fundraising.