House GOP deadlock cancels defense votes for July 4 over SAVE Act
House leaders canceled votes and sent lawmakers home for July 4 after a GOP revolt tied to Trump’s SAVE America Act. Next meeting: July 6, 10:30 a.m.
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FTC opens comment period on AI accuracy proposal
United States Evening Federal Agency Decisions – The FTC is seeking comments on a proposed policy statement that says undisclosed output distortion in AI systems could be deceptive under Section 5. ([ftc.gov](https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/07/ftc-seeks-public-comment-policy-statement-addressing-ai-accuracy))
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OSHA Opens Nearly $13 Million in Worker-Safety Training Grants
United States Labor Workers and Federal Enforcement – OSHA opened a new round of Susan Harwood training grants with $12.7 million available. Applications are due July 31 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
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FDA proposes same tobacco registration rules for foreign makers
United States Public Health Safety and Legal Rules – FDA wants overseas tobacco makers to register and list products, closing a gap in federal oversight. ([fda.gov](https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-proposes-rule-would-help-hold-foreign-tobacco-product-manufacturers-accountable-protect-public))
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Texas adds Bible passages to school reading list, setting up church-state fight
United States Church State and Religious Liberty Watch – Texas approved a required reading list with Bible passages on June 26, but the change is slated to take effect in 2030-31.
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July 4 gas prices are easing, but holiday drivers still face a costly weekend
United States Prices and Inflation Watch – Gasoline is cheaper than late spring, but 72.2 million July 4 travelers still face a costly fill-up.
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U.S. consumers kept spending in May, but inflation stayed sticky above 4%
United States Small Business and Main Street Economy – May spending rose 0.7% and the PCE price index was 4.1% higher than a year ago, keeping pressure on Main Street budgets and Fed watchers.
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Supreme Court lets states count late mail ballots, preserving grace periods
United States Fast Follow on Elections and Democracy – The Supreme Court said states may keep counting postmarked mail ballots that arrive after Election Day, preserving grace periods in states that already use them. ([supremecourt.gov](https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-1260_g3cn.pdf))
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U.S. judge blocks subpoenas for transgender-care records at New York hospitals
A Manhattan federal judge temporarily blocked Justice Department subpoenas for sensitive transgender-care records at New York hospitals and set a July 8 hearing on whether to extend the order.
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Supreme Court keeps Lisa Cook at the Fed, but broadens removal power
United States Fresh Federal Documents and Draft Reports – The Court kept Lisa Cook at the Fed for now while sharply weakening job protections at many other federal agencies.
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Trump blocks bipartisan housing bill in SAVE Act standoff
Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act with broad bipartisan support. But the White House tied a signing to the SAVE Act fight, delaying action.
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White House sets October deadline for post-quantum cryptography plans
United States White House and Federal Power Watch – OMB’s June 24 memo gives agencies 120 days to submit PQC migration plans, while 2030, 2031 and 2035 milestones are now on the clock.
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Americans split on school prayer as new ED guidance follows Pew poll
A Pew survey (fielded April 6–12, 2026) finds more support for voluntary, student-led school religious expression than for teacher-led prayer—especially if participation is required.
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House clears 12 FY2027 bills, but shutdown risk is still alive
The House Appropriations Committee says it moved all 12 FY2027 bills through committee on June 25. But the September 30 deadline and Senate pace still matter.
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HHS-OIG denies New York Medicaid fraud unit’s recertification
HHS-OIG denied recertification of New York’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and suspended federal funding through Sept. 30 after saying the unit lagged similar states in criminal fraud cases. ([oig.hhs.gov](https://oig.hhs.gov/documents/medicaid-fraud-control-units/11727/NY_MFCU.pdf))
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FDA flags undeclared tuna in Aldi kimbap sold in 20 jurisdictions
FDA says an ALDI kimbap recall for undeclared tuna can trigger serious reactions for fish-allergic shoppers.
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Measles stays on the national watch list as holiday travel ramps up
CDC’s July 2 case update and June 27 wastewater page show measles remains a current U.S. travel risk heading into the July 4 weekend. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/))
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GAO flags slow Puerto Rico grid recovery after Hurricane Maria
United States National Accountability Fast Follow — a July 2 GAO report says most of the federal money for Puerto Rico’s grid recovery is still undisbursed, with reviews, staffing gaps and coordination problems slowing progress.
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Treasury sets Trump Accounts default fund before July 4 launch
United States Evening Breaking National Update – Treasury named a default S&P 500 fund for Trump Accounts and outlined a new stock-contribution process before the July 4 rollout.
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Colorado Supreme Court blocks ballot initiatives to redraw congressional districts
United States Evening Elections and Democracy Update – Colorado’s high court blocked two redistricting initiatives, leaving the 2021 congressional map in place for now. ([coloradojudicial.gov](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/system/files/opinions-2026-06/26SA12626SA153.pdf))
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CMS proposes lower Medicare payments for 340B drugs at hospital outpatient departments
CMS proposed a 2027 Medicare rule that would reduce payments for certain 340B-acquired drugs at hospital outpatient departments, with the agency saying the change could lower costs for some beneficiaries if finalized.
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EPA proposes to streamline minor-air permits, issues offset guidance
EPA proposed to streamline minor-air permit reviews and issued new offset-timing guidance for some nonattainment projects, while saying emissions standards stay in place.