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Federal investigators are examining “suspicious” letters sent to state election officials and congressional offices, some containing unknown substances. The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are involved as reports surface from Louisiana and Oklahoma, where packages with white powder prompted evacuations but caused no injuries.
The US military is reportedly preparing plans to use the Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) against Iran’s energy and nuclear sites if directed by President Trump.
The Justice Department has directed California to assess a list of individuals who may have received mail-in ballots despite potentially lacking US citizenship. Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter imposed a 48-hour deadline for this review and requested the segregation of ballots for individuals whose citizenship status cannot be confirmed.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that the Justice Department will not proceed with the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, following a district court’s temporary block. This decision comes amid mounting Republican opposition and uncertainty regarding the related IRS settlement involving President Trump and his family.
President Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence, succeeding Tulsi Gabbard at the end of the month. Pulte’s controversial background includes allegations of mortgage fraud against political opponents, prompting scrutiny from the Government Accountability Office.
Graham Platner, the likely Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, faces criticism following reports of sexually explicit text messages sent to at least six women after his marriage in 2023. The situation is drawing significant attention as further details emerge. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
EUROPEAN BRIEFING
This morning, key issues for Europe include economic stability and energy policy shifts.
Focus remains on collaborative strategies for resilience.
Rapper Vanilla Ice confirmed his participation in the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., despite several artists withdrawing. He stated that the event is about celebrating American independence, clarifying that he has no political motives and would perform for anyone, including controversial figures.
The Justice Department has halted work on the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund following a temporary court ruling. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema’s order prevents any actions related to the fund while she reviews a lawsuit challenging its establishment. A hearing is scheduled for June 12.
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