Politics
Trump hails U.S. exceptionalism before veering into darkly political speech to usher in America’s 250th anniversary
The president’s speech capped an Independence Day eve otherwise most notable for a brutal heat wave that gripped much of the eastern part of the country.
UK and France agree with Oman to ensure safety of its territorial waters
France said it has deployed mine countermeasures to the Middle East, including two mine-hunting ships.
Iran begins six-day funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei nearly four months after his death
Iran plans a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with ceremonies across Iran and Iraq before burial in Mashhad.
Feds seek lower prison term for $100 million New Jersey deli fraudster — but some reasons why are hidden
James Patten is the third person who will be sentenced in the stock manipulation scheme related to Hometown International, a company that owned just one deli.
First known congressional SpaceX stock buys surface after record IPO
The SpaceX stock purchases come as Elon Musk’s company deepens its role in federal contracting and remains closely tied to President Donald Trump’s Washington.
Acting DNI Pulte fires dozens of intelligence officials: MS Now
President Donald Trump’s controversial pick to lead the office of the Director of National Intelligence has begun firing intel officials, MS NOW reported.
Trump’s Freedom 250 draws corporate sponsors with business before his administration
Companies with federal interests — including Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Oracle — are sponsoring a Trump-aligned effort celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
Oman walks a diplomatic tightrope over Strait of Hormuz fees, creating a ‘blind spot’ for markets
Oman is using strategic ambiguity as talks over possible Strait of Hormuz fees raise legal, diplomatic and oil market concerns.
Trump administration cannot hold migrants without bond hearings past 90 days, court rules
The ruling could affect thousands of migrants detained in Texas, Louisiana and other states under the court’s jurisdiction.
5 takeaways from President Donald Trump’s interview with CNBC
The president defended his family’s business and said he feels bad that the presidency creates a conflict of interest in any of his children’s investments.