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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

The Hill

Pentagon restricts journalist access to press office

The Pentagon has classified its press office, restricting journalists' access to the facility. This decision limits the ability of reporters to interact with military public affairs officials without escorts.

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New York Times — Politics

Pentagon Implements Escort Requirement for Journalists

The Defense Department has introduced a new policy that mandates journalists in the Pentagon to be escorted by officials. This change is part of an effort to manage media access within the facility.

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New York Times — US

Pentagon Implements Escort Requirement for Journalists

The Defense Department has introduced a new policy mandating that journalists in the Pentagon must be accompanied by official escorts. This change is part of an effort to control access to the press office.

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mediaite.com

Pentagon Restricts Journalist Access to Press Office

The Pentagon has barred journalists from its press office as part of a policy change initiated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The restriction is attributed to the relocation of speechwriters to the public affairs office, which handles classified materials. Access to certain officials remains available by appointment, but this new policy is expected to limit interactions between reporters and Pentagon spokespeople.

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Washington Examiner

Transportation Department Subpoenas New York in I-95 Crash Investigation

The Transportation Department has subpoenaed New York in connection with a federal investigation into a deadly bus crash on Interstate 95 in Virginia. The subpoena seeks records related to the driver's commercial license and training, as five people died in the crash, including two children. The FMCSA has set a compliance deadline for New York and warned of penalties for noncompliance.

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The Hill

Trump Administration Changes Rebate Program for Electric Appliances

The Trump administration has modified the rebate program for electric appliances, removing cash incentives for consumers who switch from gas to electric. This change follows new guidance issued by the Energy Department regarding the program established under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

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Washington Examiner

Oregon Governor Orders DMV to Halt Undercover License Plates for ICE

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has ordered the DMV to continue blocking the issuance of undercover license plates to ICE officials, citing concerns over public safety and community trust. This follows a lawsuit from the Department of Justice challenging similar policies in Oregon and other states as unconstitutional.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Court Unseals Dispute Between Fulton County and DOJ Over Election Worker Information

A federal court has unsealed documents related to a dispute between Fulton County, Georgia, and the Justice Department over a subpoena for information about election workers from the 2020 election. Fulton County is attempting to block the subpoena, arguing it infringes on privacy rights. The case is part of a broader investigation into the county's election processes, which has been contentious since the 2020 election.

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The Hill

Maine Governor Janet Mills Reminds Voters of Senate Primary Candidacy

Governor Janet Mills of Maine reminded voters of her candidacy for the Democratic Senate primary amid reports concerning Graham Platner's alleged inappropriate communications. Mills clarified that she has not withdrawn from the race but has only suspended active campaigning.

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Washington Examiner

Byron Donalds expresses differing views from Trump on AI policy

Rep. Byron Donalds has voiced a rare disagreement with President Trump on AI policy, advocating for state-level regulation rather than a national approach. He believes Florida is well-equipped to lead in AI regulation, while Trump fears that state regulations could impede innovation.

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reuters.com

Denmark's Prime Minister Frederiksen Wins Third Term

Mette Frederiksen has been re-elected as Denmark's Prime Minister, marking her third term in office. The Social Democrats won a majority in the recent parliamentary elections held on June 1, 2026.

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The Hill

GOP Representative Criticizes Scrapped Anti-Weaponization Fund

GOP Representative Kat Cammack criticized the Trump administration's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund, which was scrapped after backlash from congressional Republicans. Cammack emphasized the seriousness of government weaponization during her appearance on Fox News.

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yahoo.com

UK Denies Entry to US Commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker

The UK government has blocked entry for Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, citing public safety concerns. Both commentators attribute the denial to their criticisms of Israel. They were scheduled to speak at events in London, including SXSW.

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