Mike Simpson

President Trump's administration faces criticism from congressional Republicans over a lack of transparency regarding a $300 billion Iranian reconstruction plan and sanctions relief in a recent Iran cease-fire agreement. GOP lawmakers express frustration that they were not briefed on the agreement before it was signed and question the administration's approach to military funding requests.

Oklahoma will remove chronic absenteeism as a factor in school accountability grades starting in 2027, following a legislative decision last year. The state’s 2024-25 school year included a humorous campaign to address student absences, but leaders cited rising absenteeism rates, with 29% of students missing 10% or more of the school year in 2022-23. Other states like Arkansas and Illinois have also modified their accountability systems to reduce reliance on chronic absenteeism metrics.

Voters in Idaho are participating in primary elections for its two House districts, where Republican incumbents Russ Fulcher and Mike Simpson are seeking re-election. The polls close at 8 p.m. PDT. The primary elections will determine the candidates for the November election.