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Jay Clayton nominated by Trump for director of national intelligence

President Donald Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, to be the next permanent director of national intelligence. This nomination is viewed as a more conventional selection than the president's earlier choice.

New York Post

Carmelo Anthony discusses his influence during Knicks' Game 4 comeback

Carmelo Anthony commented on his influence during the New York Knicks' Game 4 comeback in the NBA Finals, stating he provided instructions to players before the game's critical moments. The game took place on June 12, 2026, and featured a game-winning tip-in by OG Anunoby.

Guardian — US

Federal Judge Rules Against Virginia Residents in Trump UFC Event Case

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration did not exceed its authority in hosting the 'UFC Freedom 250' event at the White House. Additionally, Trump has expressed intentions to push for a resolution to void his impeachments, claiming he did nothing wrong.

Deutsche Welle

SpaceX Shares Rise Following IPO, Increasing Musk's Net Worth

SpaceX has gone public on the Nasdaq stock exchange, with shares rising more than 25% from the opening price. This increase in share value has resulted in Elon Musk being acknowledged as the world's first paper trillionaire by market capitalization.

Fox News — Politics

DOJ Emails Reveal Internal Discontent Over 2021 Memo Addressing Parent Protests

Internal emails from the DOJ reveal significant dissent among officials regarding a 2021 memo from Attorney General Merrick Garland that addressed threats against school board members. The memo was prompted by concerns from the National Association for School Boards about harassment during public meetings. Following backlash, the association apologized for its request for federal intervention, while Garland defended the memo's intent to protect public officials.

Fox News — Latest

DOJ Emails Reveal Internal Discontent Over 2021 Memo Addressing Parent Protests

Internal emails from the DOJ reveal significant opposition to a memo issued by Attorney General Merrick Garland in 2021, which addressed threats posed by parents to school boards. Officials expressed concerns about the political implications and questioned the department's authority to act on the matter. The National Association for School Boards later apologized for its request for federal intervention regarding parent protests.

Guardian — US

Louisiana jury awards $1.1 billion to woman in childhood molestation case

A Louisiana jury has awarded $1.1 billion to Pamela Elaine Lockridge in a lawsuit against her late stepfather for childhood sexual molestation. The case, tried under the state's 'lookback law,' reflects the willingness of civil juries to grant substantial damages in such cases.

The Hill

Pakistan Prime Minister Announces Agreement to End Iran War

The Prime Minister of Pakistan stated that a peace framework agreement has been reached between the U.S. and Iran to conclude the over 100-day conflict. Pakistan has played a key role in mediating the discussions to restore stability in the region.

Ars Technica

Protests Block $130 Billion in Data Center Projects in Early 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, protests have led to the blocking or delaying of at least 75 data center projects valued at $130 billion, according to Data Center Watch. This represents the highest number of such incidents recorded since tracking began in 2023, indicating a significant shift in community opposition strategies.

Wired

Analysis of Anti-Data Center Movement in the US

The article discusses the connections made by various stakeholders, including GOP lawmakers and tech investors, between the anti-data center movement in the US and Chinese interference. Experts argue that the issue is more nuanced than these claims suggest.

Daily Wire

Department of Justice Approves Paramount's Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery

The Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing a major regulatory obstacle. The merger is expected to create one of the largest media companies globally, but it still faces scrutiny from state attorneys general and requires approval from European regulators. Critics have raised concerns about potential layoffs resulting from the consolidation.