On July 10, 2026, President Donald Trump dismissed two Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission, leaving the agency without any members. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that expanded presidential powers over independent regulators. The firings have raised concerns about the impact on election integrity and the agency's ability to provide guidance ahead of the midterms.
The Norway national football team has switched hotels in Miami shortly before their upcoming match against England. The change was prompted by excessive construction noise at their initial accommodation, where they spent only one night.
Logan Webb of the San Francisco Giants deleted his X account after responding to criticism about his performance following a loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on July 10, 2026. Webb's social media interactions included defensive comments towards critics, particularly regarding his role as the team's ace. The Giants suffered a 10-0 defeat in the game.
Victor Marx won the Republican primary for Colorado governor, defeating state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer by a narrow margin. He will face Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser in the general election in November. Kirkmeyer and another candidate had previously stated they would not support Marx in the general election.
Stephanie White, head coach of the Indiana Fever, declined to comment on a letter from Republican lawmakers regarding the treatment of player Caitlin Clark. The Fever issued a statement emphasizing their focus on player safety and stated they were unaware of the congressional letter. Clark was ruled out for a game against the Phoenix Mercury, following a previous incident where she was injured.
A truck driver has confessed to his role in a deadly crash in Ontario. After his arrest in October, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued an immigration detainer against him, and he is charged with vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving under the influence.
Michigan's three leading Republican gubernatorial candidates participated in a primary debate on July 9, 2026, where they criticized each other in the lead-up to the primary election. Representative John James, a frontrunner in the race, was a focal point of the criticism from his opponents.
President Trump has relieved the remaining members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, prompting condemnation from Democrats and voting rights advocates. This action occurs in the lead-up to the midterm elections.
President Trump has dismissed the remaining members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission as the midterm elections approach. The decision has been met with condemnation from Democrats and voting rights advocates.
The Trump administration directed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office to cancel a meeting between Ana Maria Archila and Iranian Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani. The intervention occurred amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with ongoing military actions between the two nations. This is not the first instance of the administration intervening in Mamdani's government meetings with foreign leaders.
President Donald Trump has dismissed all members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leaving the agency unable to function. The firings come after a Supreme Court ruling that allows the president to remove leaders of independent agencies, raising questions about the future of bipartisan election commissions. The EAC, established to support election administration, now lacks any commissioners until new appointments are made.
President Donald Trump dismissed all remaining commissioners of the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) on July 10, 2026, leaving the agency without leadership ahead of the upcoming elections. The dismissals have drawn criticism from election officials and advocates, raising concerns about the EAC's ability to function effectively.
Gary Edward Glowacz, 70, was arrested in connection with the 1987 murder of Melissa Ellison after he contacted the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office to provide information about the case. He faces charges of murder and burglary with battery and is currently in custody at the Duval County Jail.
The Department of Homeland Security announced that Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was killed by ICE agents in Houston, was not the intended target of the operation. The agents were reportedly looking for two Guatemalan individuals at the time of the incident.
Israel has informed the United States about an alleged plot by Iran to assassinate President Trump. This information was reported in a Wall Street Journal article, which cites sources familiar with the situation.
SK Hynix has successfully raised $26.5 billion in a share sale in the United States. The shares will start trading on the Nasdaq on July 10, 2026, setting a record for the largest debut by a foreign company.
LA Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney commented on Team USA's World Cup exit, citing naivety as a key factor in their loss to Belgium. He also discussed Christian Pulisic's injury and its impact on his performance during the tournament. Vanney's remarks highlight the need for improved readiness in future World Cup matches.
France won a World Cup match against Morocco on Thursday, eliminating Morocco from the tournament with a score of 2-0. The match took place at Boston Stadium.
Donald Trump has dismissed the last three members of the Election Assistance Commission, which aids election administration in the U.S., ahead of the midterm elections. The terminations involved one resignation and two dismissals communicated via email from the White House.
NYPD officers successfully rescued a woman from the Brooklyn Bridge on July 10, 2026, after responding to reports of a person in distress. The officers engaged her in conversation for nearly an hour before safely bringing her down. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch commended the officers for their compassionate response.
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