Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, has applied for a pardon while serving a 25-year sentence for fraud. His application is noted on the Office of the Pardon Attorney’s website, indicating he seeks consideration after his sentence ends.
A Louisiana driver, charged with impaired driving, was attacked by an alligator following a police interaction. The injuries sustained were reported to be non-life-threatening.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows President Trump's approval rating at 35%, near the lowest of his career. The poll also reflects public concern about rising gasoline prices linked to the conflict in Iran.
The Save Our Bacon (SOB) Act, part of the House farm bill, could allow horse slaughter to be legal again in the U.S. This proposal is met with considerable bipartisan opposition and conflicts with current state-level bans.
A Republican has introduced a proposal for a new reconciliation measure focused on affordability. This legislative process allows for passage in the Senate with a simple majority, differing from other legislation that requires a higher vote threshold.
Nick Reiner is requesting access to trust funds from his parents to pay for legal fees related to his murder trial. He is accused of killing his parents in December 2025 and claims he has not received funds he was entitled to from a family trust. His attorney argues that withholding these funds is unjust.
Lesley Groff, a former assistant to Jeffrey Epstein, will be interviewed by the House Oversight Committee in a closed session. The interview is scheduled for Tuesday.
Iran's national soccer team has accused the US of revoking World Cup tickets for Iranian fans shortly before the tournament. The Iranian soccer federation claims this action obstructs fan attendance and violates principles of international competition. The team is currently based in Mexico due to US visa restrictions for some staff members.
House Democratic leaders will hold a press conference to discuss the extension of warrantless surveillance powers under FISA. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has indicated he will oppose the renewal of Section 702 unless specific conditions are addressed.
The German men's national football team is preparing for the World Cup at their base camp in North Carolina. The team is focused on improving their performance after disappointing results in the last two tournaments.
The House is deliberating a reconciliation bill aimed at funding immigration enforcement linked to Trump's policies. Speaker Mike Johnson seeks full attendance and party unity to move the bill forward after extensive discussions.
NASA is set to announce the crew for the Artemis III mission on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The mission, planned for 2027, will focus on demonstrating docking capabilities between the Orion spacecraft and commercial moon landers.
The White House is negotiating with Congress to preempt some state AI regulations in exchange for policies on children's safety and deepfake protections. Senator Marsha Blackburn is leading these negotiations.
President Trump indicated that a peace agreement with Iran might be finalized within two to three days during a press interaction in New York. This statement was made following his attendance at an NBA Finals game.
President Trump indicated that a peace agreement with Iran might be possible in the near future, specifically within two to three days. This statement was made during a press interaction in New York following an NBA Finals game.
A man in the Bronx was shot and killed after confronting a teenager about loud phone use on a bus. Jonathan Pettigrew, 41, was shot in the abdomen and later died at the hospital. The suspect remains at large, and Pettigrew was a father of seven children.
On June 9, 2026, President Trump criticized a federal judge's ruling that invalidated a proposed $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. He expressed frustration with the judicial system, stating that judges are making it difficult for his administration.
First Lady Melania Trump revealed the winners of the White House's first AI competition for students at a ceremony on Tuesday. The competition aimed to inspire students to demonstrate their creativity and innovation in artificial intelligence.
Nick Reiner, accused of murdering his parents, has requested access to a $1.5 million trust fund in a California court to cover legal expenses and basic needs while awaiting trial. He argues that the trustee has improperly withheld funds that he believes should be accessible to him. Reiner faces two counts of first-degree murder and remains jailed without bail as legal proceedings continue.
The House Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing regarding the Southern Poverty Law Center, prompted by accusations from the Trump administration about the organization's financial activities. The SPLC is currently under investigation by the Justice Department.
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