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- Trump administration sues to block certification of Alaska Senate election if Dan Sullivan loses
- Protests draw over 400,000 across France as unrest escalates into riots
- Justice Department sues to block certification of Alaska Senate election
- Clashes erupt in Paris amid nationwide protests across France
- Thousands in Tel Aviv protest against Netanyahu government before election
- First Nations leaders outline priorities before meeting with Prime Minister Carney
- DOJ requires California counties to verify alleged noncitizen ballots within 48 hours
- Prisoner escapes medical facility in Lewisham, police warn public not to approach
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The Trump administration filed a lawsuit to block the certification of the Alaska Senate election, citing potential voter confusion caused by Republican Sen. Daniel Sullivan’s candidacy alongside Daniel J. Sullivan. The Justice Department contends this could undermine the election’s integrity and seeks clarity on ballot implications.
Federal prosecutors have instructed at least 18 counties in California to verify and sequester ballots potentially associated with noncitizens. This demand follows a lawsuit against the state aiming to block the counting of over 20,000 votes deemed likely cast by noncitizens, amidst ongoing voting efforts statewide.
Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton warned that Iran has escalated efforts to target U.S. personnel abroad, with plots reportedly reaching advanced stages in the Middle East. The U.S. State Department is adjusting staffing at embassies in the region amid these threats, particularly from Iranian-backed Houthis.
President Trump announced that the U.S. will start “topping out” its strategic petroleum reserve with Venezuelan oil as part of a recent agreement. However, this measure is expected to have limited impact on addressing high gas prices for American consumers.
Google has begun updating its maps to reflect President Trump’s executive order renaming Lake Ontario as “Lake America.” U.S. users will see the new name, while Canadians will still see “Lake Ontario.” Both names will appear internationally, with the U.S. name in parentheses.
A federal judge in California ruled that the U.S. government’s deportation tactics against noncitizens expressing views on the Gaza conflict and Israel are unconstitutional, affirming First Amendment rights. The decision supports The Stanford Daily’s claims of a chilling effect on free speech among international students.
EUROPEAN UPDATES
Europe faces economic challenges this morning.
Key discussions on fiscal policies and energy sustainability are underway.
President Trump announced a new deal with Venezuela on Friday that he claims will grant the U.S. control over billions of oil barrels, potentially leading to reduced gas prices in the United States, according to reporter Olivia Gazis.
Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the UK on Friday after immigration authorities arrested him for overstaying his visa. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that a final removal order had been issued following his failure to appear at an immigration hearing.
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