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nypost.com

Trump threatens tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke impact

On July 17, 2026, President Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Canada due to hazardous air quality in the U.S. caused by Canadian wildfires. He criticized Canada's forest management practices and indicated he would reach out to the Canadian Prime Minister regarding the issue.

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mediaite.com

ICE Detention Center Employee Arrested After Shooting Incident in Colorado

An employee of the GEO Group, Brandon Booth, was arrested after allegedly shooting a protester outside the Aurora ICE Processing Center in Colorado on July 16, 2026. The protester sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Booth faces charges including attempted second-degree murder and has been placed on unpaid leave by his employer.

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Fox News — Latest

Gavin Newsom Calls for 25th Amendment After Trump's Speech, Sparks Controversy

California Governor Gavin Newsom called for the invocation of the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump, citing concerns over his mental fitness following a speech on election integrity. This statement has sparked debate about the consistency of Democratic critiques of Trump's cognitive abilities compared to their previous support for President Biden. Conservatives have raised alarms about the potential consequences of such actions on democracy.

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Fox News — Politics

Gavin Newsom Suggests 25th Amendment for Trump, Sparking Controversy

California Governor Gavin Newsom proposed invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump, citing concerns over Trump's cognitive abilities during a speech. This has led to criticism from conservatives regarding the perceived inconsistency in addressing mental fitness among political leaders. Other Democrats supported Newsom's remarks, while some conservatives raised concerns about the potential implications of such actions.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Judge Rules Trump's Firing of FEMA CFO Was Illegal

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's firing of Mary Comans, former CFO of FEMA, was illegal. The judge's decision emphasized the lack of due process in her termination, which was linked to her approval of funding for migrant hotels. Comans's attorney highlighted the ruling's significance, although the judge did not order her reinstatement.

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Washington Examiner

103 Democrats Vote to Cut U.S. Aid to Israel, Linked to AIPAC Contributions

In a recent vote, 103 Democrats supported an amendment to cut U.S. aid to Israel, despite having received nearly $11 million from AIPAC since 2022. The amendment, proposed by Rep. Thomas Massie, failed to pass. The vote highlights a growing divide within the Democratic Party regarding support for Israel.

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ms.now

Todd Blanche's Meeting with Epstein Survivors Raises Concerns

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's meeting with Epstein survivors following his confirmation hearing has drawn criticism. Survivors expressed disappointment, stating that Blanche treated the meeting as a formality and failed to address their concerns adequately. Blanche claimed he lacked the authority to initiate investigations and requested further testimony from survivors, despite their previous contributions.

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nbcnews.com

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin Addresses Noncitizen Voting Concerns

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced potential prison penalties for state election officials who fail to comply with federal methods for identifying noncitizens on voter rolls. He claimed over 250,000 noncitizens were found in several states, but the use of the DHS database for this purpose has faced legal challenges and criticism for its accuracy. Mullin's statements come as the Trump administration continues to raise concerns about electoral integrity ahead of the midterm elections.

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Washington Examiner

China Responds to U.S. Visa Policy Changes for Journalists

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced a reduction in visa durations for foreign journalists, particularly affecting Chinese journalists, who will now be limited to 90 days. In response, China has threatened to implement countermeasures, and press freedom organizations have criticized the new policy as detrimental to journalistic operations in the U.S.

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Fox News — Politics

DHS Secretary Warns States of Federal Funding Cuts Over Election Security Compliance

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that states failing to comply with election security requirements could lose federal funding. He highlighted the participation of 23 states in the DHS SAVE program and called for Congress to pass the SAVE America Act, which would impose stricter voter registration requirements. Mullin's comments followed President Trump's address on election integrity.

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Washington Examiner

House Republicans Propose Spending Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown

House Republicans have proposed a spending measure to extend government funding until December 4, aiming to prevent a shutdown before the September 30 deadline. The bill will be considered next week, alongside a budget resolution and a congressional stock trading ban, as House Speaker Mike Johnson seeks to secure support from fiscal conservatives.

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Washington Examiner

Trump and Republicans Criticize Canada for Wildfire Management Amid Air Quality Concerns

President Trump and Republican lawmakers are criticizing Canada for its forest management practices, which they claim have contributed to wildfire smoke affecting air quality in the U.S. Trump has proposed sanctions against Canada if it is determined that Canadian wildfires have harmed U.S. air quality. The discussion highlights the ongoing challenges of wildfire management in the context of climate change and the responsibilities of both countries.

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Axios

Trump Considers Increasing Tariffs on Canada Due to Wildfire Smoke

President Trump is contemplating an increase in tariffs on Canada due to wildfire smoke affecting air quality in the U.S. He has criticized Canadian officials for their forest management practices. The Canadian government has recognized the worsening wildfire crisis and is working on a prevention strategy.

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Ars Technica

Pentagon's Space Development Agency Faces Closure After Satellite Launches

The Space Development Agency, created in 2019 to expedite U.S. military space systems, is launching its first operational satellites. However, the Pentagon intends to close the agency and reintegrate it into the Space Force's procurement system, with bipartisan support from Congress.

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Fox News — Latest

Texas Dentist Arrested Following Death of 4-Year-Old During Dental Procedure

Dr. Chrishelle Hemphill, a Texas dentist, has been arrested following the death of 4-year-old Aithana Rodríguez-Arriaga during a dental procedure. Investigators allege that Hemphill's actions led to the child's death from a toxic dose of meperidine, with charges of recklessly causing serious bodily injury to a child filed against her. The case is under review by the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office.

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