Ed Sheeran has attributed the removal of Macklemore from his US tour to the tour promoter's decision, following Macklemore's pro-Palestine comments. Sheeran stated that venues threatened to cancel shows if Macklemore remained on the tour. Several supporting acts have since left the tour in solidarity with Macklemore, while Robert Kraft confirmed he pressured Sheeran to drop the rapper due to concerns about antisemitism.
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury bond hit 5.041 percent on September 15, 2026, the highest level since the 2008 financial crisis. This increase may lead to higher borrowing costs for consumers.
Twelve individuals have been arrested in a daycare fraud scheme involving over $10 million in taxpayer-funded childcare subsidies. The defendants allegedly submitted false attendance records for children they did not care for, with some collecting between $538,000 and $1.2 million. They face wire fraud and money-laundering charges, which could result in significant prison time and fines.
On September 12, 2026, Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted with Republicans on a procedural rule vote, allowing the House to consider additional bills. This action has raised concerns about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' leadership and the potential for disciplinary measures against the two Democrats, who have previously broken ranks with their party. Golden is retiring at the end of the year, while Gluesenkamp Perez faces a tough election in a district that supported Trump in 2024.
On September 12, 2026, Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted with Republicans on a procedural rule vote, allowing the House to consider more bills ahead of the midterms. This decision has raised concerns about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' leadership and prompted discussions about potential consequences for the two Democrats, who have previously broken ranks with their party.
Senators Roger Wicker and Jeanne Shaheen are set to introduce a resolution urging the U.S. State Department to strengthen support for Russia's pro-democracy movement. The resolution is non-binding and will be introduced on September 16, 2026.
The US Supreme Court ruled against Donald Trump's efforts to impose stricter regulations on mail-in voting, leading election officials to reassure the public about the safety of mail ballots. Trump's proposed changes were considered unfeasible before the midterm elections.
Ed Sheeran addressed the removal of Macklemore from his U.S. tour, clarifying that the decision was made by the concert promoter and venues due to concerns over Macklemore's pro-Palestinian remarks. Following this, several supporting acts withdrew from the tour in solidarity with Macklemore. Sheeran emphasized his commitment to maintaining a non-political environment at his concerts while acknowledging the complexities of the ongoing conflict.
Rep. Haley Stevens, a Democrat from Michigan, has publicly supported several economic policies from the Trump administration, including collaboration with data center developers and loan guarantees for critical mineral extraction. While she acknowledges some alignment with Trump's agenda, she also emphasizes the need for higher taxes on the wealthy and has faced criticism from the White House for her past voting record.
Attorney General Todd Blanche defended President Donald Trump's criticism of Supreme Court justices during a White House press briefing. Trump expressed frustration with justices Neil Gorsuch, Amy Coney Barrett, and Brett Kavanaugh, stating they are not as he expected. Blanche affirmed that the president has the right to express concerns about the Supreme Court.
Several opening acts have withdrawn from Ed Sheeran's tour in solidarity with Macklemore, who was removed after making Pro-Palestine comments during a performance. Artists including Finneas, Aaron Rowe, and Lukas Graham cited their stance on speaking out against oppression as the reason for their withdrawal. Sheeran expressed his dismay over the situation, attributing the decision to external pressures.
Attorney General Todd Blanche spoke to reporters in the Rose Garden on September 15, 2026, acting as a de facto White House press secretary. He addressed legal issues and praised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's work in prosecutions, highlighting the administration's approach to breaking from traditional norms.
At the "Pro-Human Assembly 2026" conference on September 15, 2026, Senator Bernie Sanders and former Trump adviser Steve Bannon formed an unexpected alliance against AI development, despite significant disagreements regarding China. Sanders emphasized the need for U.S.-China cooperation on AI regulation, while Bannon condemned the Chinese Communist Party and rejected any agreements with them.
Ed Sheeran's world tour has faced significant disruption after the removal of rapper Macklemore, who had voiced support for Palestinians during performances. Following this, all remaining opening acts withdrew, and concert venues threatened to cancel shows, highlighting the complexities of political speech in the context of concert tours.
The House oversight committee has unanimously recommended that the House of Representatives hold financier Leon Black in contempt of Congress for not complying with subpoenas related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black claims the subpoenas are invalid and is suing to block them.
The House oversight committee has unanimously recommended that the House of Representatives hold financier Leon Black in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with subpoenas related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black claims the subpoenas are invalid and is suing to block them, while committee chair James Comer highlighted the necessity of Black's testimony for the investigation.
During a congressional hearing, FAA Chief Bryan Bedford faced criticism from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers regarding his decision to withhold a 2.8% pay raise for air traffic controllers. Lawmakers argued that withholding the raise contradicts the intentions of Congress and expressed concerns about low morale and staffing shortages within the agency.
James Comey has requested to delay his trial to February 2027, which was originally set to begin on October 21. The charges involve allegations of threatening President Trump's life using seashells arranged to spell "86 47."
The House Oversight Committee voted unanimously to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress for not attending a deposition related to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. The committee aims to investigate payments Black made to Epstein, totaling millions.
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