Hallie Shoffner, the Democratic Senate nominee in Arkansas, has revised her position on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), moving from a stance of defunding to advocating for reform. Her opponent, Senator Tom Cotton, has criticized her for this change, framing it as a political flip-flop amid a competitive election campaign.
House Republican leadership has canceled the last two weeks of votes in September, meaning lawmakers will not return until after the November midterm elections. This decision alters the previously announced schedule, with members now set to leave on September 17. The House has held less than 300 votes in 2026, significantly fewer than in previous years.
President Donald Trump encouraged Republican lawmakers to campaign on his record as they approach the midterm elections, despite his declining popularity. He pledged to actively campaign in about 35 key races that will influence control of Congress and emphasized the importance of presenting a strong narrative to voters. Trump also mentioned specific Senate races in Alaska and Texas, while reflecting on the historical trend of midterm losses for presidents.
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, Christian Castro, has been charged with lying to federal investigators regarding the shooting of Venezuelan man Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis during an immigration operation in Minneapolis. The charges follow an investigation that revealed potential discrepancies in the officers' accounts of the incident, leading to dropped charges against Sosa-Celis and another man. The investigation into Castro is ongoing, and the prosecutor involved has been fired amid allegations of obstruction.
The Trump administration has proposed a rule that would revoke the tax-exempt status of private colleges and schools that provide race-based assistance to students. The proposal, announced by the Treasury Department, aims to eliminate diversity programs and has drawn criticism for being potentially illegal and counterproductive. The rule would affect over 85 nonprofit colleges in California and more than 18,000 private K-12 schools nationwide.
Senator Josh Hawley is expanding his investigation into AI surveillance technologies, adding Motorola Solutions, Verkada, and Axon to his scrutiny over privacy concerns. He has requested information regarding data handling and misuse from these companies, amid a growing national debate on the implications of AI-powered surveillance systems.
A recent review revealed that the U.S. Secret Service has not updated certain policies for three decades. This lack of revision persisted despite the agency's encounters with drones until a significant incident in 2024 involving an assassination attempt on Donald Trump prompted a reassessment.
President Donald Trump's administration has associated his name and image with more than a dozen government-related items and programs during his second term. This includes buildings and official documents.
Artificial beaver dams in northern California have significantly increased juvenile coho salmon survival rates from 8% to 60%. The Scott River Watershed Council constructed these dams to restore lost wetland habitats, resulting in improved conditions for salmon and other wildlife. The study highlights the ecological importance of beavers in maintaining healthy stream ecosystems.
The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts has overturned the murder conviction of Latarsha Sanders from 2022, resulting in an order for a new trial. This decision was made last month.
Donald Trump has suggested that the US may not support the UK in a potential conflict over the Falkland Islands, citing a lack of UK support during the US-Iran conflict. His comments come as Argentina's President prepares to address the nation's claim to the islands, which have been disputed since the 1982 conflict. The UK government maintains that the Falkland Islanders have the right to determine their own future.
The US House of Representatives passed the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act, which penalizes universities that boycott Israel or restrict student exchange programs. The bill passed with a vote of 237-169 and will now move to the Senate.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a plan that would remove the requirement for states to notify the public and seek comments before issuing air pollution permits for data centers and other industrial facilities. Critics argue that this could limit public awareness and input on potentially harmful projects, while the EPA maintains that the proposal aligns with the Clean Air Act and allows states to manage their permitting processes. The rule is expected to be finalized next year.
Senator Bernie Sanders introduced the 'Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act' on September 3, 2026, aiming to prohibit the development of artificial superintelligence due to concerns over human control. The legislation proposes a pause on advanced AI development until a new federal agency is established to create safety standards. It is expected to face opposition from the technology industry, which argues against government regulation of AI development.
Kailyn Hasty, a freshman cheerleader at Middle Tennessee State University, was arrested twice in a week for domestic violence and violating a protective order. Following her arrests, she was dismissed from the cheerleading squad but remains a student at the university.
Leon Black has initiated legal action against a congressional panel investigating his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. This lawsuit comes after Black exited an interview with the House Oversight Committee in June 2026 regarding the investigation.
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) is cosponsoring the INSULIN Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at capping insulin prices at $35 per month for private insurance plans. This initiative comes as she faces a challenging reelection campaign against former Democratic state Rep. Christiana Bohannan, with early polling suggesting Bohannan may have a slight lead.
The Trump administration is proposing a rule that would revoke the tax-exempt status of schools that provide race-based advantages in admissions and financial aid. Over 18,000 schools could be affected, with the rule set to take effect for taxable years beginning on or after May 31, 2027. This proposal follows a Supreme Court ruling that prohibits the use of race in admissions processes.
The family of Thomasina and Patrick Tobin, who were found dead beside a hot tub in Spain, expressed profound sadness over their sudden passing. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding their deaths, focusing on the possibility of suction entrapment as a cause. The couple's bodies were discovered by their teenage sons on August 25, and post-mortem examinations ruled out foul play.
Vice President JD Vance affirmed his friendship with Tucker Carlson during a press briefing, despite Carlson's recent criticisms of President Trump and Republican candidate Mike Rogers. Vance emphasized the importance of maintaining friendships across political disagreements, stating that differing opinions should not define personal relationships.
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