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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Washington Examiner

DOJ charges Florida congressional candidate for threatening President Trump

William Upham, a former Marine and congressional candidate in Florida, has been arrested and charged by the DOJ for threatening President Trump. Upham's statements, made in social media videos, included claims that Trump is the Antichrist and called for his death. He faces up to five years in prison if convicted.

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The Daily Beast

CNN Host Explains Network's Decision Not to Air Trump's Speech Live

CNN host John King explained that the network would not air President Trump's speech live due to his history of misleading statements about election integrity. The decision was made to allow time for reviewing newly declassified documents he planned to present. ABC News and NBC News also opted not to air the speech live, continuing their regular programming while providing streaming coverage.

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Washington Examiner

Trump to Address Election Integrity in Primetime Speech

President Donald Trump will give a speech on election integrity and interference from the Oval Office on Thursday at 9 p.m. The address will cover declassified findings related to the 2020 election and may also touch on the war in Iran and the economy. Major networks have opted to stream the speech rather than broadcast it on their primetime channels.

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The Daily Beast

Trump Hosts Election Activists Ahead of Primetime Address

On July 17, 2026, election denial activists met at the White House for a briefing led by Cleta Mitchell ahead of President Trump's address about the 2020 election. Participants were reportedly asked to keep the discussions confidential. The White House has not commented on the meeting, and major networks have confirmed they will not air Trump's address live.

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Guardian — US

Trump to Deliver Speech Amid Speculation on Elections and Iran

Donald Trump is set to give a televised speech tonight, with speculation surrounding its content, particularly regarding elections and Iran. Ty Cobb, a former legal advisor to Trump, voiced concerns that the speech may be used to justify an emergency declaration related to the elections.

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Axios

House Speaker Mike Johnson Plans Early Vote on Funding Bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to hold an early vote on a short-term funding bill next week, ahead of the September deadline for government funding. The strategy may involve a failed vote that could strengthen Johnson's position for future negotiations, particularly regarding Pentagon funding. GOP senators express skepticism about the timing and implications of the proposed continuing resolution.

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PBS NewsHour

U.S. Designates Two Mexican Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

The U.S. has officially designated two Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, enabling more aggressive actions against them and their associates. This follows a previous designation made by President Donald Trump in February 2025.

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Washington Examiner

Rep. Pat Ryan to Refund AIPAC Contributions Amid Policy Shift

Rep. Pat Ryan (D-NY) plans to refund contributions from AIPAC following a shift in his position on U.S. aid to Israel. He has received approximately $791,782 from AIPAC since 2022, and his recent comments reflect a significant change in his political stance. His GOP opponent criticized this decision as an attempt to appease certain factions within the Democratic Party.

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Fox News — Latest

Lone survivor of canoe trip arrested on charges related to fatal incident

Michael Collins, the lone survivor of a canoe trip that led to the drowning of Dominick Tocci, has been charged with operating a boat under the influence. The incident occurred on March 21, and Tocci's body was recovered days later. Collins is scheduled to appear in court on July 23.

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Al Jazeera English

Sadiq Khan Appointed to House of Lords in UK PM's Final Honours List

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has released his final honours list, which includes the appointment of Sadiq Khan to the House of Lords. The list features 26 new peers, comprising campaigners, military leaders, and senior civil servants.

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Fox News — Latest

JD Vance Discusses Perception of California's Decline on Joe Rogan's Podcast

During a podcast with Joe Rogan, Vice President JD Vance discussed the decline of California, comparing his experiences in Los Angeles to visiting a U.S. Embassy in a developing country. He expressed concern over the visible poverty in the city and noted that Rogan shared similar sentiments about the state's challenges.

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PBS NewsHour

Trump to Address Claims of Foreign Interference in 2020 Election

President Trump will give a speech addressing claims of foreign interference in the 2020 presidential election. This marks a continuation of his efforts to challenge the election results, which have been dismissed by various authorities as lacking evidence of widespread fraud.

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PBS NewsHour

Maricopa County officials reach agreement on election oversight

Election officials in Maricopa County, Arizona, have reached an agreement on the oversight of election administration, concluding a legal dispute initiated by Recorder Justin Heap. Heap's lawsuit alleged that the board of supervisors overstepped its authority, which the board dismissed as frivolous.

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PBS NewsHour

Former White House Attorney Discusses Trump's Potential Emergency Declaration

In an interview, former White House attorney Ty Cobb provided insights into President Trump's planned speech and the implications of a possible emergency declaration. The conversation highlighted Trump's goals, the constraints on his authority, and the potential effects on future elections.

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Fox News — Politics

DHS Reports Potential Noncitizen Voter Registrations in Four States

The Department of Homeland Security reported that over 256,000 noncitizens may be registered to vote in California, New Jersey, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin urged state election officials to collaborate on verifying identities to ensure election integrity. The department's preliminary review identified specific matches between voter registration records and federal immigration data.

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Fox News — Latest

DHS Reports Over 256,000 Noncitizens May Be Registered to Vote in Four States

The Department of Homeland Security has reported that over 256,000 noncitizens may be registered to vote in California, New Jersey, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin urged state election officials to collaborate on verifying identities to ensure election integrity.

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Axios

No Meeting Scheduled Between Trump and Netanyahu Despite Reports

Reports of a scheduled meeting between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu were confirmed to be false by White House officials. Netanyahu has been attempting to arrange a meeting for over two weeks, but it was never confirmed. The situation highlights Netanyahu's waning popularity in Washington and concerns regarding U.S. policy towards Iran.

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