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DEA Monitored Fentanyl Shipments Without Seizing Them, Records Indicate

The DEA allowed significant amounts of fentanyl to enter New Mexico between 2023 and 2025 while monitoring shipments without seizing them, according to records and statements from agents. This strategy aimed to build larger cases against traffickers but raised concerns about public safety, with some agents describing it as a gamble that could endanger communities.

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Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at 100

Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, died at the age of 100 due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. He served as Fed chairman for 18 and a half years, overseeing a period of significant economic growth but later faced criticism for his role in the financial crisis of 2007-2009. Greenspan is remembered for his contributions to economic policy and efforts to enhance the transparency of the Federal Reserve.

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Keir Starmer to Resign as UK Labour Party Leader, Successor Contest to Begin

Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as leader of the UK Labour Party, while remaining Prime Minister until a successor is appointed. Andy Burnham, recently elected as a lawmaker, is considered a leading candidate for the position. The Labour Party will open nominations for leadership on July 9, with the potential for a leadership contest extending into September.

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ABC Launches Campaign Urging Public Support Amid FCC Proceedings

ABC has launched an on-air campaign to rally public support as it navigates multiple proceedings with the FCC. The campaign aims to inform viewers about the implications of the FCC's investigations into the network's programming and broadcast licenses, emphasizing the potential impact on First Amendment rights.

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Congo reports over 1,000 confirmed Ebola cases

Congo's Ministry of Health has confirmed over 1,000 cases of Ebola, with a total of 1,003 confirmed cases and 254 deaths reported. The majority of these cases are concentrated in the Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces, raising concerns among health workers about a displacement camp in Ituri.

The Daily Beast

Trump's Comments on Meloni Prompt Nationalist Response in Italy

President Donald Trump has faced backlash in Italy after suggesting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was 'begging' for a photo with him at the G7 Summit. Meloni responded by calling Trump's claims 'completely made-up' and emphasized her commitment to Italy's national dignity. Political analysts suggest that her defense may enhance her popularity as it unites Italians against Trump's remarks.

Washington Examiner

Senator Sheehy Proposes Rubio as Backup for Iran Negotiations

Senator Tim Sheehy proposed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio should be ready to take over negotiations with Iran if Vice President JD Vance is unable to secure a long-term agreement. Sheehy expressed doubts about Iran's sincerity in peace talks and emphasized the need for a strong approach to negotiations. Senator Lindsey Graham supported Sheehy's views on the Iranian regime.

Daily Wire

Protester Hit by Car During Father's Day Demonstration in New Jersey

A protester was hit by a car during a Father's Day demonstration outside Delaney Hall in New Jersey, where she was advocating for the release of detainees. The protest involved around 75 participants and followed allegations of poor conditions at the facility. The Department of Homeland Security has denied these claims.

The Daily Beast

Neil Gorsuch and Mike Davis End Longtime Alliance Amid Disagreements Over Trump Cases

Justice Neil Gorsuch has distanced himself from Mike Davis, a Republican activist, due to disagreements over rulings related to former President Trump. The split followed Davis's criticism of Justice Barrett and Gorsuch's votes against some Trump administration policies. Davis has publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the court's decisions, while Gorsuch's actions have drawn ire from Trump.

Guardian — US

Shooting of one-year-old boy raises concerns in Senatobia, Mississippi

The fatal shooting of one-year-old Kohen Wiley by police in Senatobia, Mississippi, has heightened tensions between the police and the local Black community. This incident is viewed as part of a troubling trend of police encounters that have led to protests and calls for accountability.