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Hakeem Jeffries Demands Removal of Bill Pulte for Support on Spy Powers Extension

Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) has stated he will not support the extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act unless Bill Pulte is removed from his position as acting Director of National Intelligence. This demand comes as the deadline for the extension approaches on June 12, and Democratic support is crucial for its passage.

Washington Examiner

House of Representatives passes bill to enhance cooperation on critical minerals

The House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan bill to enhance cooperation with allies in the production of critical minerals and reduce dependence on China. The legislation establishes a Bureau of Energy Security and Diplomacy and aims to create a special adviser position for the president to oversee critical mineral supply chain strategies.

Washington Examiner

Pentagon updates list of companies aiding Chinese military

The Pentagon has published its annual list of Chinese companies it believes support the military and operate in the U.S., including Alibaba and Baidu. The list, which now includes 188 companies, is mandated by law and allows for contesting of the designations. It signals risks for contracting with these firms.

The Hill

Susie Wiles Denies Reports of Departure from White House

Susie Wiles, President Trump's chief of staff, has refuted claims made by the Daily Mail regarding her impending departure from the White House after the midterms. She characterized the report as fictional and reaffirmed her dedication to her position.

Washington Examiner

Texas grid operators project confidence amid rising energy demand

Texas power grid operators are anticipating a peak energy demand of 92.2 gigawatts this summer, influenced by high temperatures and the expansion of AI data centers. ERCOT officials are confident in their ability to manage this demand and avoid past failures, supported by new legislation aimed at improving grid reliability.

Washington Examiner

Mike Johnson Critiques California Mayoral Race Vote Counting Process

House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized the slow vote-counting process in California's mayoral race, stating it raises concerns about transparency. As the results remain uncertain nearly a week after the primary, incumbent Mayor Karen Bass has advanced, while Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt compete for the second spot. Recent counts show Raman leading Pratt by a narrow margin.

Fox News — Latest

Federal Judge Rules Against Trump's H-1B Visa Payment Requirement

U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin has ruled that the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa payment requirement is unlawful, stating that only Congress has the authority to impose such a tax. The ruling follows a challenge from a coalition of states and is expected to be appealed by the administration.

Fox News — Politics

Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump's H-1B Visa Payment Requirement

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's $100,000 payment requirement for H-1B visas is unlawful, stating that only Congress has the authority to impose such a tax. The decision follows a challenge from 20 states and highlights concerns over the administration's legal authority in immigration matters. An appeal is anticipated.

The Hill

DDHQ Projects Raman Over Pratt in Los Angeles Mayoral Race

In the June 2 primary election, Los Angeles registered Democrats voted close to the deadline while deciding on their gubernatorial candidates. Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) reported that this last-minute voting affected the results of the mayoral race, projecting Raman ahead of Pratt.