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President Donald Trump plans to request the Supreme Court rehear a birthright citizenship case after the court upheld the policy, which grants citizenship to children born in the U.S. regardless of parental immigration status. Trump criticized the decision as 'insane' and claimed it enables financial exploitation through border advertisements offering 'birthright citizenship' services. The court's 6-3 ruling affirmed the 14th Amendment's application to all children born on U.S. soil, and Republicans are exploring legislative efforts to address the issue.

Rep. Thomas Massie criticized President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers for not repealing Obamacare and suggested it could now be called 'Trumpcare'. He accused the party of failing to act despite controlling legislative and executive branches and claimed the system benefits insurance and hospital companies.

Rep. Henry Cuellar's political prospects are complicated by his brother Martin Cuellar's legal troubles, as Martin faces up to 10 years in prison for allegedly misappropriating county funds. Henry Cuellar, previously pardoned by President Donald Trump for bribery and related charges, is running for re-election while his family's legal issues remain in the public eye.

Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, suspended his campaign amid a rape allegation, allowing the Maine Democratic Party to replace him on the general election ballot before a July 13 deadline. Platner's exit follows a primary victory and escalating pressure from Democrats, though he denied the allegations as false.

Maine state Rep. Valli Geiger, a Rockland Democrat and former nurse, is being encouraged by embattled Senate nominee Graham Platner to consider replacing him if he withdraws from the race. Geiger has not been officially named as a replacement, and Platner has not formally dropped out. She stated she would not 'throw Graham under the bus' and described Platner as 'a man becoming a better man' despite allegations against him.

Graham Platner faces pressure to end his Senate campaign after rape allegations, prompting Troy Jackson to file paperwork for a potential Senate run if Platner withdraws. Prominent Democrats and progressive groups have shifted support to Jackson, who previously ran for governor and has ties to Bernie Sanders.

Dana White, who endorsed President Donald Trump in 2024, hinted at a potential 2028 presidential run amid growing closeness with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. White and Rubio signed a partnership between UFC and the State Department, establishing a 'sports diplomacy' initiative where UFC athletes will serve as sports ambassadors. White praised Rubio and Vice President JD Vance as possible 2028 candidates but declined to endorse either explicitly.

Former acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf warned that Chinese-linked actors and foreign criminal organizations are exploiting the U.S. hemp industry to distribute high-potency THC products, posing public health and national security risks. He cited evidence of these groups operating large-scale, unlicensed cultivation operations, particularly in Oklahoma, and linked them to broader criminal activities like human trafficking and money laundering.

Josh Turek, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Iowa, received over $20,000 in per diem payments while missing more than half of his 2026 votes, with absences linked to campaign events and lower fundraising compared to other candidates.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner may drop out due to rape allegations, prompting speculation about replacements like Troy Jackson and Dan Golden. Under Maine law, the Democratic Party must select a replacement by July 27 if Platner withdraws by July 13. Potential candidates include Jackson, a former state Senate president, and Golden, a moderate congressman.

The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division is suing California and Virginia over gun laws, marking an unprecedented effort to expand Second Amendment protections. The department has filed over a dozen lawsuits challenging firearm restrictions in multiple jurisdictions, aiming to establish constitutional precedent rather than targeting every restriction.

President Trump declared the tentative ceasefire with Iran 'over' following Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and a U.S. military response targeting over 80 sites. Trump criticized Iran as 'scum' and 'liars,' vowing to 'denuclearize' the country, while the U.S. revoked oil sanctions waivers previously offered to Iran.

A heated primary debate in Michigan highlighted tensions within the Democratic Party between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed. The candidates clashed over campaign funding, U.S. policy toward Israel, and transparency, with El-Sayed accusing Stevens of corporate influence and Stevens alleging GOP support for El-Sayed. The winner will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in a critical Senate race.

President Trump attends the final day of the NATO summit, focusing on defense spending, support for Ukraine, and transatlantic security. Trump meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, announces U.S. sanctions lifted on Turkey, and signals approval for F-35 jet sales to Ankara. Ukraine warns of dwindling Patriot missile supplies amid ongoing Russian attacks.

Denise Nataly Migliore, a lawful permanent resident from Australia, was arrested for allegedly falsely claiming U.S. citizenship to register and vote in federal elections in Louisiana in 2022 and 2024. She faces charges of making false statements and illegal voting, with potential penalties including up to five years in prison and deportation.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered an investigation into Mission Regional Medical Center after it advertised 'Birth Packages in South Texas' on billboards in Mexico, promoting childbirth services to pregnant foreign nationals. The hospital confirmed the campaign, which included billboards near the U.S.-Mexico border and a now-removed website, and stated the materials were discontinued due to 'unintended misunderstanding.' Abbott criticized 'birth tourism' as illegal and pledged to strengthen state laws against it.

U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a second sexual misconduct allegation, with ex-girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield claiming he removed condoms during sex despite her explicit requests to wear them. Another accuser, Jenny Racicot, alleges Platner raped her in 2021 while they were in a relationship. Platner must withdraw by July 13 to allow a replacement Democratic candidate in the race against Senator Susan Collins.

Sen. Ruben Gallego rescinded support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a rape allegation emerged, following his earlier withdrawal of backing for Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations. Platner and Swalwell denied the accusations, while Platner's former girlfriend highlighted Gallego's delayed response to her prior allegations of abusive behavior.

The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed ICE holding facility near Alexandria International Airport in Louisiana to expedite deportations of families and unaccompanied children. The facility, described as a 'staging area,' will be operated by a nonprofit arm of LaSalle Corrections and is located near the nation's largest deportation flight hub.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul stated that Rep. Elise Stefanik would have been a tougher Republican opponent than Bruce Blakeman in the gubernatorial race, while Blakeman criticized Hochul's record and compared her to Disney's Cruella de Vil. Stefanik had previously considered running for governor but withdrew, and former President Trump endorsed Blakeman after her exit. Hochul maintains a fundraising advantage over Blakeman.