The U.S. Secret Service is investigating a "white, powdery substance" found in the West Wing of the White House, which led to a brief evacuation of the complex. The substance tested positive for cocaine on a field test, and the Secret Service has determined it to be "non-hazardous". The investigation is ongoing, and the White House has not commented on the incident.
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President Joe Biden expressed his disappointment with the Supreme Court's ruling against affirmative action in college admissions, citing the U.S. military as an example of how diversity brings strength. He called on Congress to pass legislation to protect affirmative action and urged states to take action to ensure that diversity in college admissions is maintained. Biden said he "strongly, strongly" disagrees with the court's decision and believes that colleges are stronger when they are racially diverse.
President Joe Biden is using a CPAP machine to treat his sleep apnea, a common condition that affects 30 million people in the US. It is caused by obesity, aging, or facial structure, and is treated most effectively with a CPAP machine. Biden's use of the machine is a reminder of the importance of getting regular check-ups and being aware of one's own health.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) voted against the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, but celebrated the arrival of $1.4 billion in federal funds to his state. President Joe Biden mocked Tuberville for his reaction, and invited him to the groundbreaking ceremony. The money will be used to expand broadband access to underserved areas in Alabama, and is expected to be put to use in the coming months.
Liz Cheney, former Representative from Wyoming, has made it clear that she will not take any steps to help former President Donald Trump in his quest to return to the White House. In an interview, she stated that she will not do anything to help Trump and that he should face consequences for trying to overturn the 2020 election. Cheney has not yet revealed her plans for a potential 2024 presidential bid, but she has made it clear that she will not be helping Trump in any way.
Walt Nauta, a longtime aide to former President Donald Trump, is set to be arraigned in Miami on July 6 in connection with the special counsel's investigation into the alleged illegal retention of classified documents. The federal judge presiding over the case has rejected the government's request to keep the list of 84 witnesses who may testify during the trial under seal. Nauta is currently seeking local counsel to represent him in the matter, and the arraignment is expected to shed light on the case and provide more information about the potential witnesses.
Former President Donald Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence both addressed the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference, with Trump speaking on the anniversary of the Supreme Court overturning the national right to an abortion and Pence challenging every GOP presidential candidate to support a national ban on abortions at least as early as 15 weeks of pregnancy. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who is running for president in 2024, also addressed the conference and openly criticized Trump for being unwilling to take responsibility for his mistakes.
At the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference in Washington, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R) received a lukewarm reception after criticizing former President Donald Trump, one of his rivals in the 2024 presidential race. Christie used the opportunity to make the case for his White House bid, touting his record as New Jersey's governor and assailing the former president's record. He argued that Trump was a failed leader who was unwilling to take responsibility for his past mistakes, and advocated for the Republican party to move away from Trump’s brand of politics.