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Monterey Park, California Votes to Ban Datacenters

Monterey Park, California, has become the first city in the U.S. to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters, with early results indicating strong support for the measure. This decision is notable as it was made through a ballot initiative, unlike other local governments that have only implemented temporary moratoriums.

cnn.com

Senate Republicans Remove Trump Ballroom Funding from Immigration Bill

Senate Republicans have eliminated funding for President Trump's ballroom security from their immigration bill after a ruling by the parliamentarian deemed it a violation of budgetary rules. This decision is likely to frustrate Trump, who had previously indicated that the project would be funded through private donations.

Fox News — Latest

Trump Administration Expands Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Foreign Companies

The Trump administration has expanded U.S. sanctions on Cuba, targeting foreign companies that do business with the military-linked conglomerate GAESA. This move is intended to pressure foreign firms and potentially reduce support for the Cuban regime, though critics warn it may worsen the humanitarian crisis for ordinary Cubans. The sanctions were enacted under an executive order signed on May 1, with penalties for non-compliance beginning after a June 5 deadline.

The Hill

Colombian presidential candidate thanks Trump for support

Abelardo De La Espriella, a right-wing candidate in Colombia, thanked President Trump for his support after securing the most votes in the first round of elections. His message included an AI-generated image of a bald eagle and a tiger.

Fox News — Latest

Nick Saban Testifies Before Senate on College Sports Legislation

Nick Saban testified before the Senate Commerce Committee on June 3, 2026, advocating for federal legislation to address challenges in college sports, particularly related to NIL and the transfer portal. The hearing included discussions on financial pressures faced by athletic programs and the high salaries of coaches, with a bipartisan bill being developed by Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell.

New York Times — Politics

U.S. Government Challenges Court Order on Tariff Refunds

The U.S. government is fighting a court order that requires it to refund some tariffs. Officials have indicated that the return of these duties, which could amount to tens of billions of dollars, may be postponed.

Washington Examiner

Congressional Black Caucus Opposes College Sports Reform Due to Redistricting Concerns

The Congressional Black Caucus has announced its opposition to the bipartisan "Protect College Sports Act" due to concerns over redistricting in Southern states following a Supreme Court ruling. The caucus argues that these redistricting efforts diminish Black voting power and calls for a pause on the bill until college athletic institutions address these issues.