Former FBI Director James Comey submitted motions to dismiss federal charges alleging he threatened President Trump through a cryptic Instagram post. Comey’s legal team cited claims of selective prosecution and misconduct by the government, alongside requests for evidence suppression and disclosure of grand jury proceedings. An arraignment is scheduled for September 30.

The U.S. and Saudi militaries conducted airstrikes on Iranian-backed groups in Iraq, targeting “terrorist logistics and weapons sites” following alleged attacks on American forces. The Popular Mobilisation Forces reported at least 20 fatalities. CENTCOM linked the strikes to over 30 drone threats aimed at U.S. interests.

The DSEND suit, designed for enhanced mobility for US Navy divers, will be showcased at the Pentagon later this week. This advanced design reflects ongoing developments in diving technology aimed at improving operational effectiveness under challenging conditions.

President Trump and Vice President JD Vance attended Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral at Washington National Cathedral, where speakers included Trump and Sean Hannity. Graham, remembered as a “towering figure” in the Senate, will be privately buried in Pickens, South Carolina, on Wednesday.

Senators gathered at the U.S. Capitol to pay tribute to Lindsey Graham, remembered as a “towering figure” by Majority Leader John Thune. The ceremony preceded Graham’s funeral at Washington National Cathedral, where President Trump and international leaders, including Benjamin Netanyahu and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are set to attend.

In a contentious debate ahead of Michigan’s Democratic primary, candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens debated outside funding, race tone, and electability. El-Sayed criticised Stevens for accepting financial support from groups like AIPAC, while Stevens pointed to a super PAC backing El-Sayed. Both candidates seek to replace outgoing Sen. Gary Peters.