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Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

The Hill

White House Negotiates Federal Preemption of State AI Laws

The White House is negotiating with Congress to preempt some state AI regulations in exchange for policies on children's safety and deepfake protections. Senator Marsha Blackburn is leading these negotiations.

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The Hill

Trump suggests potential for Iran peace deal in two to three days

President Trump indicated that a peace agreement with Iran might be possible in the near future, specifically within two to three days. This statement was made during a press interaction in New York following an NBA Finals game.

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The Hill

Trump suggests potential Iran peace deal within days

President Trump indicated that a peace agreement with Iran might be finalized within two to three days during a press interaction in New York. This statement was made following his attendance at an NBA Finals game.

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The Hill

Trump comments on judge's decision to strike down H-1B visa fee

On June 9, 2026, President Trump criticized a federal judge's ruling that invalidated a proposed $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. He expressed frustration with the judicial system, stating that judges are making it difficult for his administration.

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The Hill

Melania Trump Announces Winners of White House AI Challenge

First Lady Melania Trump revealed the winners of the White House's first AI competition for students at a ceremony on Tuesday. The competition aimed to inspire students to demonstrate their creativity and innovation in artificial intelligence.

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The Hill

House Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Southern Poverty Law Center

The House Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing regarding the Southern Poverty Law Center, prompted by accusations from the Trump administration about the organization's financial activities. The SPLC is currently under investigation by the Justice Department.

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apnews.com

ICC Chief Prosecutor Suspended Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct. The Assembly of States Parties will hold a session to decide on his future, following an investigation that found evidence of nonconsensual behavior but was deemed inconclusive. Khan has denied the allegations.

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The Hill

House Republicans Hold Press Conference on Legislative Priorities

House Speaker Mike Johnson and GOP leaders will hold a press conference to discuss pressing legislative matters, including the extension of warrantless surveillance powers and a spending bill for immigration enforcement. The House is also set to review a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation bill.

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The Hill

Vance refers Walz and Ellison to DOJ for criminal fraud investigation

Vice President Vance has referred Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison to the DOJ for a criminal fraud investigation. This action is based on findings from a House Oversight Committee report indicating that both officials were aware of substantial fraud and government failures.

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Washington Examiner

National Republican Senatorial Committee Requests FEC Investigation into Dan J. Sullivan's Campaign

The NRSC has asked the FEC to investigate Dan J. Sullivan, a Republican Senate candidate in Alaska, alleging that his campaign is designed to mislead voters due to his name similarity with incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan. The NRSC claims that the challenger has ties to Democratic operatives and has urged state officials to keep him off the ballot, citing potential voter confusion.

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The Hill

Federal Workforce Surveillance Tools Under Development

The U.S. government is adopting various tools aimed at monitoring and influencing its workforce. This development is taking place without clear legislative guidelines from Congress on how these tools should be utilized.

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Axios

Hudson Addresses Trump's Comments on Midterms

Rep. Richard Hudson clarified President Trump's comments regarding the midterms, stating that Trump's remarks have been misinterpreted. He emphasized Trump's concern for the American public amid rising prices due to the conflict in Iran. Current polling shows Democrats leading Republicans in the House ballot.

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The Hill

Trump reports Apache helicopter crew members are safe after crash

President Trump confirmed that the two crew members of a U.S. Apache helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz are safe. The helicopter was conducting patrols in the area when the incident occurred, as reported by U.S. Central Command.

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Al Jazeera English

Protests in Caracas Demand Free Elections

On June 9, 2026, protests took place in Caracas, Venezuela, where workers, students, and opposition party members marched to the US Embassy. The protesters are demanding free elections.

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Washington Examiner

Undecided Voters May Impact Lindsey Graham's Primary Election Outcome

Senator Lindsey Graham faces a challenge in the upcoming South Carolina Republican primary, with 18% of voters undecided, according to a Citadel poll. Graham, who has never faced a runoff in his two-decade career, holds 46% of the vote, while challenger Mark Lynch has 36%. Graham's support for military action in Iran has drawn criticism from opponents and could influence the election outcome.

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Washington Examiner

JD Vance Refers Minnesota Officials to DOJ Over Fraud Allegations

Vice President JD Vance has referred allegations of fraud involving Minnesota state officials to the Department of Justice for a potential criminal investigation. This follows a House oversight committee report alleging retaliation against whistleblowers in the state's healthcare and social service programs. The report claims that state officials failed to address credible fraud concerns.

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