The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow enforcement of a March executive order changing mail-ballot procedures and creating voter citizenship lists. Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia are challenging the order ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Andy Burnham pledged to honor Britain’s commitments to Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelensky became his first international visitor as prime minister. The UK will share technology behind its Stone Cloak electronic warfare system to help Ukraine produce it at scale.
Sen. Mitch McConnell remains in rehabilitation after a June fall and has not been medically cleared to return to the Capitol. His office gave no timetable for his return as he continues intensive physical therapy.
James Comey asked a federal judge to dismiss charges that his “86 47” seashell Instagram post threatened President Trump. His lawyers argue the case targets protected political speech and does not allege a true threat.
German officials are under pressure to explain why Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old with prior convictions and documented ISIS ties, was free before the Berlin Pride attack. One Polish woman was killed and at least 29 people were injured.
The United States and Iran paused strikes for a second day as Oman-led talks in Tehran sought to manage tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides warned that military options remain on the table if the other resumes attacks.
Benjamin Netanyahu said he will travel to New York to address the United Nations despite Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s call for his arrest under an ICC warrant. Netanyahu accused Mamdani of “fomenting hate,” while Mamdani said the Israeli leader is not welcome in the city.
The United States and Iran paused attacks for a second straight day as Oman-mediated talks over the Strait of Hormuz showed signs of progress. U.S., Iranian and regional officials described the pause as a chance for diplomacy, while Israel warned against any renewed Iranian attack.