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Pope Leo Recognizes Gaudi's Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Pope Leo acknowledged the Sagrada Familia, an unfinished work by Antoni Gaudí, during a recent event in Barcelona. He emphasized its importance as a symbol of unity for Spain and compared its construction to the spiritual journey of Christians.

cnn.com

Postal Service Proposes New Rules for Mail Ballots Tied to Voter List Submission

The USPS has proposed new rules requiring states to submit voter lists to ensure mail ballot delivery, following an executive order from President Trump. This has led to legal challenges from multiple states and concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement. The proposal also includes directives for the DHS to create citizenship lists, raising fears of voter roll purges.

The Hill

Senate Democrats Object to Proposed Three-Week Extension of FISA 702

Senate Democrats are opposing a proposed three-week extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which permits warrantless surveillance. The extension is intended to last until July 2 but faces resistance unless certain conditions regarding presidential appointments are met.

Daily Wire

James Dolan Attributes NBA Finals Security to NYC Officials, Not Trump

James Dolan, owner of the New York Knicks, stated that the increased security during Game 3 of the NBA Finals was due to New York City officials, not President Trump or the Secret Service. His comments contradict previous narratives about the security measures, which were enforced by the NYPD. Following the cancellation of planned watch parties, Dolan criticized city leadership for the restrictions, while Mayor Mamdani defended the permit process for the events.

Fox News — Latest

Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of Penn State Student in Philadelphia

Billy Schmidt, a Penn State senior, was shot and killed in Philadelphia after chasing suspects who stole his cellphone. The police are investigating the incident, which remains unsolved, and are seeking public assistance. Schmidt was a journalism student and was due to graduate in December.

Washington Examiner

Trump Comments on Inflation During Signing Ceremony

President Trump commented on the recent rise in inflation during a signing ceremony, expressing his approval of the 4.2% inflation rate reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He attributed the increase to rising energy and food prices linked to the conflict with Iran and discussed his legislative efforts to combat rising costs.

Axios

Anthropic CEO Advocates for Government Regulation of AI

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, has called for stronger government regulation of AI to address potential risks associated with its rapid development. In his essay, he advocates for mandatory testing of AI systems and proposes economic policies to mitigate job disruptions caused by AI advancements.

The Hill

Lawmakers Question NFL on Increasing Costs of Televised Games

Lawmakers from both parties raised concerns during a House Judiciary Committee hearing about the increasing costs of watching NFL games. They attributed these rising costs to the league's new streaming deals, suggesting that this change has created an anticompetitive environment affecting consumers.

Washington Examiner

Iran's Strategy in Ongoing Conflict Discussed by Defense Reporter

Mike Brest, a defense reporter, discussed Iran's strategy of prolonging negotiations in the ongoing conflict with the U.S., suggesting that they are aware of President Trump's domestic pressures. Trump has indicated a strong military response to Iranian actions but remains uncertain about the timeline for a potential deal.

cbsnews.com

Trump Comments on Inflation and Iranian Oil During Oval Office Remarks

President Trump commented on the recent inflation increase, stating he supports it due to U.S. actions affecting Iranian oil supplies. He reported that the Consumer Price Index rose to 4.2% and discussed military operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also noted the stock market's performance but acknowledged challenges in his economic polling.