Author: Loisa Lane

Energy Secretary Chris Wright discussed the potential for declining fuel prices, attributing expectations to increased supply from American refiners and reduced demand following Labour Day. He emphasised ongoing military and economic measures against Iran while indicating a need for enhanced oil production from various sources, including Venezuela and Alaska.

President Trump has contributed $10 million from his MAGA Inc. super PAC to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Senate campaign, which is closely contested against Democrat James Talarico. The funds will support negative and positive ad campaigns aimed at both candidates.

Former President Trump is due to address the Republican National Committee Midterm Convention in Dallas on Wednesday, aiming to energise party members ahead of the November elections. Key speakers include Vice President JD Vance and other prominent Republican figures, with additional names expected to be announced.

The FBI is utilising artificial intelligence to enhance threat identification and crime prevention efforts against transnational criminal organisations and drug cartels, according to Deputy Director Christopher Raia. AI has reportedly streamlined response times from tips to action, significantly reducing operational delays.

Senator John Fetterman has been criticised for neglecting his constituent duties, as revealed by text messages obtained by CBS News. He allegedly declined to meet groups including veterans and hospital representatives, prompting backlash from fellow Pennsylvania Democrats who labelled his actions “pathetic” and “disgraceful.”

Construction is set to commence on President Trump’s 250-feet-tall triumphal arch, referred to as the “Arc de Trump,” in Washington, D.C. Weijia Jiang reports on the details surrounding this upcoming project.

Israeli army has seized Lebanon’s key Ali al-Taher ridge from Hezbollah, clearing tunnels previously used by fighters.

State and local election officials express concerns over the U.S. Postal Service’s new mail ballot regulations, citing significant logistical challenges. Wisconsin clerks have already dispatched ballots, while officials warn compliance could delay voting and cause disenfranchisement ahead of the November elections.

John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty has received an early release from prison following a commutation signed by President Trump. Convicted in 2023 for bribery and embezzlement related to IBEW Local 98, Dougherty aims to care for his ill wife, Cecilia. Plans are in place for his release from Lewisburg federal penitentiary.

The Missouri Supreme Court has unanimously halted the implementation of a new Republican-leaning House map ahead of the midterm elections, ordering a statewide referendum on its validity. This decision preserves the previous map, maintaining six GOP-leaning and two Democratic-leaning districts for the November general election.