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Oil prices rose over 5% after the U.S. revoked Iran's oil sanctions waiver following strikes on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. International Brent crude reached $75 per barrel as of Tuesday evening.

A new survey by Athena Insights reveals that Americans are nearly three times more likely to express concern than excitement about artificial intelligence's growing role in society. The 'Americans on AI' poll, shared with The Hill, highlights a significant disparity in public sentiment toward advancing AI technology.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore stated that the rise in democratic socialist candidates reflects a Democratic Party desire for fighters, but not necessarily those directly challenging President Trump. He emphasized voters seek representatives who advocate for them rather than those focused on opposing Trump.

America's 250th birthday celebrations on July 3 and 4 will see mixed closures and openings. July 3 is a federal holiday with NYSE and federal offices closed, while banks and national parks remain open. July 4 sees closures for banks and DMV, but stores like Costco and Sam’s Club stay open. Businesses advise confirming hours beforehand.

Bipartisan lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to remove Syria from the state sponsor of terrorism list, citing the country's progress since the end of 2024. The lawmakers argue Syria has made significant strides following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.

US President Donald Trump earned over $1.4 billion from cryptocurrencies in 2025, drawing accusations of corruption. Critics argue his regulatory changes favored the industry, including his own $TRUMP, while opponents in the Senate demand stricter oversight of his trading activities.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Congress after a four-month absence, attributing it to depression. He missed over 100 votes and will face Rebecca Bennett in the November election. Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged the commonality of the condition.

President Trump nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to the full-time position. The announcement was made on Truth Social, and The Hill contacted the Labor Department for further details.

The Department of Justice has launched a campaign finance investigation into Senator Ruben Gallego, according to a report by NOTUS. Oriana González of NOTUS and Julia Manchester of the Hill discussed the development on 'The Takeout' segment.

The U.S. and Iran have agreed to temporarily de-escalate tensions and allow ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Technical discussions on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) are set to continue.

The U.S. government lifted its export ban on Anthropic’s Claude Mythos 5 AI model, allowing the company to share it with over 100 companies. A spokesperson for Anthropic confirmed the decision to The Hill, marking a reversal from previous restrictions on Mythos 5 and its counterpart Fable.

The White House requested $87.6 billion in supplemental funding from Congress to address the Iran war, curb the ongoing Ebola outbreak, and provide aid to U.S. farmers. The request was detailed in a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.).

Gen. Chris Donahue, commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, submitted retirement paperwork after a little over a year in the role. The departure follows months of exits from top military leaders, according to a Pentagon official.

The Interior Department installed fencing around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to address reported vandalism. A spokesperson cited increased damage from leftist activists as the reason for the earlier-than-planned installation.

The Senate is expected to pass a major housing bill later this evening, while New York voters participate in primary races featuring progressives and Democratic Socialists. The Hill's editorial team will host a live discussion on these developments.

Democratic lawmakers are pressuring the three largest U.S. credit bureaus over allegations of unaddressed incorrect reports from federal student loan servicers. Senate Banking Committee ranking member Elizabeth Warren raised concerns in a letter shared with The Hill.

Green algae have returned to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool despite a renovation project led by President Trump, which included nanobubbler technology intended to destroy the algae. The project, costing over $13 million, was claimed by the Interior Department to have successfully eliminated the algae, but recent images show their presence.

President Trump suggested an executive order could be used to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) after Congress failed to pass a temporary extension. He stated, 'Congress wants me to do it' when asked by The Hill about the possibility.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has intensified his confrontation with the US and increased reliance on Communist China, a strategy that could jeopardize Brazil’s economy, security, and sovereignty, according to a warning from Arturo McFields at The Hill.

The Hill is providing live coverage of the 2026 primaries in Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota on June 9th, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. EDT. The coverage is anchored by Cory Smith from Sunrise on The Hill and The Hill's Political Editor.

Greg Bovino, a U.S. Border Patrol commander-at-large, said he is not ruling out a 2028 White House bid. He responded to reports from NewsNation and The Hill that he is exploring a presidential run.

Bipartisan legislation to cap insulin at $35 a month for people with private insurance is gaining momentum. The bill, introduced in March, recently added four co-sponsors, including Sens. Joni Ernst and John Hickenlooper.

The 2026 election for New York's 10th congressional district is a two-horse race between former Comptroller Brad Lander and current Congressman. A May poll by PIX11 News, Emerson College, and The Hill indicates Lander is more favored by voters.

Three top correspondents at '60 Minutes'—Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, and Jon Wertheim—confirm they will remain with the show despite CBS News implementing sweeping changes. The announcement follows a letter to colleagues obtained by The Hill.

John Bolton plans to plead guilty in a case accusing him of improperly handling national defense information contained within his diaries, confirmed by two sources to The Hill. The guilty plea is scheduled for a rearraignment hearing on June 26 on one count of retention of national defense information.

Bipartisan House lawmakers introduced a draft national AI framework aiming to preempt state laws on AI, minimize risks, and expand research. The draft proposes overriding state regulations targeting AI model development for three years.

Republican senators are concerned about President Trump’s weak polling with independent voters, warning the GOP could face a political wipeout in November. They note Trump’s popularity with Republican primary voters is not translating to broader electoral success.

The Hill hosted its second annual Invest in America Summit, where lawmakers, regulators, and industry leaders discussed the evolving U.S. economy, focusing on artificial intelligence, President Trump’s tariffs, and energy markets.

Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is initiating efforts to repeal a Trump administration directive requiring immigrants to leave the U.S. to apply for a green card. He aims to classify the policy as a rule to use congressional power to overturn it.

The Hill is hosting its second annual Invest in America Summit in Washington, D.C., featuring leaders from Washington and Wall Street. The summit focuses on solutions-oriented discussions about the future of the domestic and global economy amid a shifting political landscape.

A live discussion on The Hill will address growing controversies around Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner and backlash to Jill Biden's upcoming memoir. The event features Amie Parnes, Ian Swanson, and Democratic strategist Steve Schale.

The Hill provides live coverage of the 2026 primaries, tracking results in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. EDT. The event is anchored by Cory Smith from 'Sunrise on The Hill’s'.

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is meeting with Senate Democrats on Tuesday, as reported by NewsNation. A campaign official described the meeting as 'longstanding,' following reports that Platner sent sexually explicit messages to multiple women after marrying his wife.

Robert Redfield, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), warned that the current Ebola outbreak could become the second-largest in history. He stated it is already the third-largest outbreak of the virus.

Robert Redfield, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), warned that the current Ebola outbreak could become the second-largest in history, noting it is already the third-largest. He made these remarks in an interview with NewsNation, The Hill’s broadcast partner.

Key 2026 races are heating up in Texas, Michigan, California, and Los Angeles, including Senate contests, a governor's race, and a mayoral showdown. A new poll shows Pete Buttigieg leading among potential Democratic presidential candidates.

The U.S. military intercepted and shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones and struck an Iranian ground control station in Bandar Abbas, preventing a fifth drone launch. A U.S. official confirmed the action to The Hill, citing the station's imminent threat.

The Hill is providing live coverage of the 2026 Texas runoff elections on Tuesday from 8-9:30 p.m. EDT. The coverage will be anchored by Cory Smith and Chris Stirewalt, with additional contributions from the 'Rising' segment.

The Texas GOP primary race between Sen. John Cornyn and Ken Paxton is seen as a test of President Trump's influence within the party, while Democrats express cautious optimism amid Trump's potential waning grip. The article also references an ongoing analysis of the Democratic Party's 2024 election losses.

The U.S. Secret Service responded to gunshots fired near the White House by rushing reporters into the press briefing room. A law enforcement source reported a man armed with a pistol opened fire near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, prompting Secret Service to return fire.