Ninth Circuit rejects Trump administration expansion of mandatory immigration detention
The federal appeals court ruled that immigrants detained inside the United States must retain an opportunity to seek release on bond under the challenged policy.
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Senate intelligence hearing probes subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists and election-security claims
At a July 15 Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand questioned DNI nominee Jay Clayton about subpoenas involving multiple New York Times journalists and his position on election security.
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New U.S. Digital-News Report Finds Trust Falling as Political Pressure on Journalists Intensifies
The Reuters Institute’s 2026 U.S. Digital News Report says trust in news fell five percentage points to 25 percent while search traffic and television audiences continued shifting toward platforms.
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White House Orders Investigations Into Forced-Labor Practices Across 60 Economies
A July 23 presidential memorandum directs the U.S. Trade Representative and other agencies to investigate whether 60 economies effectively prohibit goods made with forced labor, potentially setting up later trade and customs action.
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U.S. Productivity Report Due Aug. 6 Ahead of July Jobs Data
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release preliminary second-quarter productivity and costs data at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on Aug. 6, one day before the July jobs report.
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NCAA Division I adopts age-based eligibility model for 2026-27 entrants and returning athletes
The NCAA says Division I schools will use an age-based eligibility model beginning with fall 2026 entrants, while current athletes with eligibility remaining after 2025-26 may also qualify.
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VA sets Aug. 22 Indiana EHR launch as online veteran services face temporary limits
The VA plans to launch its Federal Electronic Health Record at Indiana facilities on Aug. 22, with scheduled pauses affecting messaging, refills and appointments.
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NASA schedules three August spacewalks to upgrade the International Space Station
NASA says U.S. astronauts will conduct three spacewalks in August 2026 to upgrade space station solar arrays, replace a communications antenna and connect power and data cables.
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Fugitive arrested in alleged $547 million Medicare genetic-testing fraud scheme
Khalid Ahmed Satary was apprehended July 20 and transferred to U.S. custody in a case alleging medically unnecessary genetic tests and more than $547 million in Medicare claims or losses.
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Appeals court keeps Trump mail-voting order on hold in 23 states as administration seeks Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court declined to allow immediate implementation of the Trump administration’s mail-voting order in 23 states and the District of Columbia. The administration has since asked the Supreme Court to let the policy take effect before the November 2026 elections.
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Judge extends pause on Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition
A federal judge has extended a pause on Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery through Aug. 17 as a California-led coalition of states pursues an antitrust challenge.
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Federal forecasters flag high-wind and wildfire risks across Northern and Central Plains
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center identified a slight risk of high winds across parts of the Northern and Central Plains on Aug. 4–5, warning that hot, dry and gusty conditions could raise wildfire risk. Separate National Weather Service records document tornado and severe-thunderstorm warnings in southern Wisconsin.
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FAA expands test of digital departure clearances for general aviation
The FAA is expanding a test that lets eligible general and business aviation pilots request IFR clearances through approved flight apps, but most pilots will see no immediate nationwide change.
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Recent Thunderstorms Repeatedly Disrupted Flights at U.S. Hubs
FAA records show repeated thunderstorm-related ground stops and delays at major U.S. hubs in July, while O’Hare reported only short general delays on August 5.
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Trump administration plans to close five smaller U.S. diplomatic posts
The State Department told Congress it intends to close five smaller diplomatic posts. They remain open, and service changes or closure dates have not been finalized.
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Social Security expands online disability-claim tools and notices
Social Security added online case tracking, three disability forms, digital notices and optional alerts for people navigating hearings and appeals.
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EPA cleanup schedule advances at Southwest Superfund sites
EPA’s 2026 Superfund schedule puts residential soil removal, groundwater treatment and uranium-waste cleanup on the construction calendar.
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Federal SNAP Data Lawsuits Put State Benefit Privacy in Court
The Justice Department sued four states over five years of SNAP records, escalating a dispute over federal oversight, privacy and data security.
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Labor Department Awards Nearly $162 Million for AI-Linked Apprenticeships
Federal awards will expand apprenticeships tied to AI infrastructure, semiconductors, nuclear energy and IT, but worker outcomes remain unproven.
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25 States Challenge New Tariffs as Businesses and Consumers Face Another Trade Fight
Twenty-five states are challenging new tariffs on imports from 60 economies, but the duties remain in effect as the case moves through court.
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Copyright Office Fee Proposal Could Raise Filing Costs This Fall
A revised Copyright Office fee schedule is under congressional review. Current fees remain in effect while creators and businesses await a possible fall change.
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USDA sets conditional Aug. 24 reopening for Mexican cattle trade
USDA plans to reopen Douglas, Arizona, on August 24 after a long screwworm-related suspension, but inspections and Mexico’s compliance will control what follows.