Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14, with his office releasing few details about his condition or treatment. Republican colleagues say they have spoken with him by phone, while others say they lack clarity about his health.
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The Justice Department warned election officials nationwide they could face criminal prosecution if they knowingly allow noncitizens to vote or remain on voter rolls. State officials in Arizona and Utah pushed back against the letters, which are part of a broader fight over voter roll data.
Donald Trump’s criticism of NATO allies over Iran and Greenland overshadowed the opening of a summit in Ankara focused on defense spending and Ukraine. Leaders are weighing new military commitments as Ukraine presses for stronger air defenses against Russian missiles.
Senate Republican leaders said they have spoken by phone with Sen. Mitch McConnell during his weekslong hospitalization. His office says he continues to improve, but has not disclosed why he was admitted.
Maine Democrats have until July 27 to name a replacement if Senate nominee Graham Platner withdraws by July 13. Platner is under pressure to exit after a sexual assault allegation he denies.
Marine Le Pen said she will run for France’s presidency in 2027 and appeal an embezzlement conviction to the Court of Cassation. A Paris appeals court ruled she could stand while subject to an electronic tag requirement, though she said an appeal would suspend that effect.
Prince Harry and six other public figures lost a High Court privacy case against Associated Newspapers after a judge found they had not proved allegations of unlawful information gathering. The publisher called the ruling a vindication of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.
David Streever of Rochester, New York, sued ICE, alleging federal officers violated his First Amendment rights by trying to serve him with a warning notice over an email criticizing the agency. The case follows a similar confrontation involving Syracuse poll worker Paigelynne Gonyea over a social media post about an ICE officer.