During a House oversight hearing on June 25, 2026, Rep. Rosa DeLauro and Secretary Markwayne Mullin clashed over immigration policies, leading to a heated exchange. The hearing took place on the same day the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration on two immigration-related issues.
On June 25, 2026, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Justin J. Pearson for the 9th Congressional District in Tennessee. This endorsement follows her decision to remain neutral in several New York congressional primaries. Pearson's campaign is notable as he seeks to represent a district that has been significantly altered by Republican redistricting efforts.
Three candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won their Democratic congressional primaries, defeating mainstream opponents and increasing the presence of democratic socialists in Congress. These results indicate a growing divide within the Democratic Party as it faces challenges from both the far-left and moderate factions. The implications of these victories may affect key Democratic leaders in New York.
The National Park Service has confirmed that a section of the liner of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was damaged by a sharp knife or razor. The U.S. Park Police are investigating the incident.
Ecuador and Germany soccer fans congregated in Times Square ahead of their match, showcasing their national pride through music and chants. Video footage documented the vibrant scene as fans participated in a spirited display.
Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican congressman, was seen at his home for the first time since March, following a prolonged absence due to health issues. He missed over 100 votes in the House but ran unchallenged in the recent primary election. Kean is expected to return to Congress on June 30 to discuss his absence.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic lawmakers are set to hold a forum addressing election threats. The forum will cover concerns regarding voting access and Republican reform proposals, including the SAVE America Act.
Rep. Mike Lawler criticized the Supreme Court's ruling that upheld the Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals. He argued that this decision could lead to a crisis in the U.S. healthcare system, as many TPS holders work in healthcare roles. Lawler called for an extension of TPS for Haitians and urged the administration to allow them to maintain work authorization during immigration proceedings.
Rep. Mike Lawler criticized the Supreme Court's ruling that affects Haitian nationals seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS), arguing that ending TPS could lead to a healthcare crisis in the U.S. He called for an extension of TPS for Haitians, citing the ongoing humanitarian situation in Haiti and the significant number of TPS holders working in healthcare. The Supreme Court's decision was supported by the White House and DHS.
The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday in favor of the Trump administration's immigration policies, allowing the termination of temporary legal protections for Haitians and Syrians. The White House praised these decisions as supportive of its immigration enforcement efforts.
A federal judge has blocked President Trump's executive order aimed at restricting noncitizen voting, stating that only Congress and states can set election rules. The ruling comes from a lawsuit filed by a coalition of states and prevents the order's enforcement before the midterm elections.
Vice President Vance held a dinner for Republican senators on June 25, 2026, after President Trump's meeting with the senators, which included a disagreement with Senator Bill Cassidy. The vice president's office confirmed the event took place the same day.
Vice President Vance held a dinner for Republican senators on June 25, 2026, after President Trump's meeting with them, where he clashed with Senator Bill Cassidy over a vote. The vice president's office confirmed the gathering occurred later that evening.
Amir Bassiri, the director of New York's Medicaid program, did not commit to providing Congress with fraud risk assessment reports during a recent hearing. Rep. Brett Guthrie criticized the state's lack of transparency and responsiveness to previous requests for information regarding Medicaid program integrity. The discussion also touched on similar issues faced by California's Medicaid director regarding audit submissions.
Matthew Dylewski was sentenced to 16 months to four years in prison for the neglect that led to the death of his three-year-old daughter, Joycelynn, in February 2025. Both parents pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide, and New York lawmakers are advocating for new legislation to increase penalties for such cases of child neglect.
Michelle Lynn Hancock, a former special education teacher in Florida, has been arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old boy. She faces several charges and is currently held in jail with a bond of $525,000. The school district confirmed her employment has ended and expressed commitment to student safety.
The Supreme Court ruled on June 25, 2026, in favor of the Trump administration's immigration policies, allowing the termination of temporary legal protections for Haitians and Syrians. The court also stated that federal judges cannot review many related challenges.
Senator Chris Van Hollen has endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the upcoming Democratic Senate primary in Michigan. El-Sayed is contending with Rep. Haley Stevens and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow for the nomination.
Senator Ron Wyden has expressed concerns regarding the Department of Health and Human Services' plans to deport more than 500 unaccompanied migrant children. He claims the department is using an unprecedented legal framework for expedited removal and has called for an immediate suspension of these efforts.
We use first-party cookies only — for login, preferences, and aggregate
analytics with hashed IPs. No third-party trackers.
Read more