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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.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein at the Justice Department, following a request from Senator Thom Tillis. Blanche encouraged victims to provide information to the FBI, but faced criticism for his approach. The meeting’s conditions were seen as insufficient by attendees.
Republican Senator Thom Tillis has stated that Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche must meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse before he will support Blanche’s nomination. This requirement was voiced during Blanche’s confirmation hearing, where issues regarding the mishandling of Epstein’s investigation documents were discussed.
Dena Karari, a U.S.-Iran dual citizen, has left Iran after being unable to exit since December 2024 due to allegations of espionage. Her attorney confirmed she is safe and en route back to the United States. No formal charges were ever filed against her.
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During a primetime address, President Trump is expected to discuss alleged Chinese interference in U.S. elections, including claims that Beijing accessed voter data. The speech will occur in front of senior officials from several intelligence and security agencies. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed speculation about the speech’s content.
The US military has launched drone attacks on Iranian naval facilities, marking the first use of uncrewed surface vessels in combat operations.
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