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In a primetime address, President Trump claimed the U.S. election system is “catastrophically short,” while disputing the validity of the 2020 election. He urged lawmakers to pass the SAVE America Act amid criticism from Democrats. Released documents revealed no evidence of vote manipulation or machine hacking.
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.
Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to either strike a deal or reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He warned of severe consequences if no agreement is reached, emphasising that “time is running out” before action will be taken.
Trump requests $152m to reopen Alcatraz as a “state-of-the-art prison,” per his proposed budget plan for 2027.
Bodycam footage shows Tiger Woods kneeling by the road after his arrest for DUI following a crash in Florida.
The US military has initiated a search operation after a fighter jet was reportedly downed in Iran. An F-15 jet, claimed to have been shot down by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps, has sparked significant concern as efforts continue to locate the missing pilot.
Trump’s ballroom gets final approval from a key commission days after a judge ordered a construction halt.
A judge has dismissed Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims in her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni.
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