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President Trump notched a series of major immigration victories at the Supreme Court, while the court’s biggest ruling of the term—on birthright citizenship—still hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, a fresh attack in the Strait of Hormuz has raised new questions about whether the already fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire can survive. With shipping traffic still disrupted and peace negotiations facing another test, uncertainty remains over what comes next in the Middle East. 
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President Trump officially kicked off the America 250 celebration with military flyovers, patriotic performances, and a speech declaring that “America is back.” The launch event marked the next part  of a yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday, with festivals, competitions, and patriotic events planned across the country. Plus, Democratic Socialist-backed candidates swept key New York primaries, raising fresh questions about the future direction of the Democratic Party. The results could have major implications for party leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries as Democrats look ahead to the 2026 midterms and beyond.
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The Justice Department says it has uncovered the largest health care fraud scheme in U.S. history, charging hundreds of defendants in an alleged $6.5 billion Medicare and Medicaid scam. We break down the record-setting takedown, the luxury assets seized, and what Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says comes next. Plus, a Brooklyn coffee shop is under federal investigation after refunding and effectively banning Congressman Dan Goldman over his support for Israel. 
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President Trump says the latest agreement with Iran is moving peace talks forward, but critics argue the deal gives Tehran major concessions on oil sales, nuclear oversight, and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is under renewed scrutiny as old comments on race, gender, religion, and identity politics resurface ahead of a pivotal Senate race. 
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President Trump escalated pressure on Iran with fresh threats as confusion continues over whether the Strait of Hormuz is truly open and whether peace talks are making any real progress. We break down the latest diplomatic twists, Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations, and the ongoing Israel-Lebanon complications hanging over a potential deal. Meanwhile, Trump says vandals damaged the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool just weeks after its costly makeover. Plus, the latest on a surprise arrest, a possible UK political shakeup, and a Florida man accused of trying to hijack a medical helicopter.
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