United States · Politics
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Philippine Senate Secretary begins impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
The Philippine Senate began the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 6, 2026, over allegations of graft, bribery, and assassination plots.
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US celebrates 250th Independence Day with Trump speech and global congratulations
President Trump warned of a 'communist menace' in a July 3 speech as the US marked its 250th Independence Day with international messages and events.
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Donald Trump posts AI-generated video depicting himself as doctor treating critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'
On July 1, 2026, former President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated video portraying himself as a doctor treating celebrity critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'.
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Two Arrested After Climbing Empire State Building Antenna for Proposal and Banner
Two Russian climbers scaled the Empire State Building antenna on July 1, proposed marriage, displayed a banner, and were arrested in New York City.
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US DOJ Drops Vandalism Charges Against Former Olympian Over Lincoln Memorial Damage
The US Justice Department dismissed felony vandalism charges against ex-Olympian David Hearn linked to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage.
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill at least eight Palestinians amid stalled Hamas disarmament talks
Israeli forces killed at least eight Palestinians, including children, in Gaza airstrikes amid stalled talks over Hamas disarmament and troop withdrawals.
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Drone attack causes fire on US-owned tanker at Egypt’s Damietta port amid regional conflict
A drone struck the US-owned gas storage tanker Energos Winter at Egypt’s Damietta port on July 29, causing fires but no casualties.
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Jay Clayton Confirmed as US Director of National Intelligence, Replacing Bill Pulte
The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence by a 51-47 vote on July 28, 2026, succeeding acting DNI Bill Pulte.
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Trump orders warning signs at Smithsonian National Museum of American History over 'inaccurate' exhibits
President Donald Trump signed an executive order requiring warning signs at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History about alleged inaccuracies in exhibits.
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US Launches Air Strikes on Iran After Deadly Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks on US Bases
Iran attacked US military facilities in Jordan and Kuwait on July 17, killing two soldiers; the US responded with multiple air strikes on Iranian targets starting July 18.
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Trump alleges China stole 220 million US voter records during 2020 election
On July 16, 2026, Donald Trump accused China of stealing massive US voter data linked to the 2020 election and vowed to declassify related intelligence.
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ICE agent fatally shoots Colombian man in Maine during immigration operation
An ICE agent fatally shot 26-year-old Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine on July 13 during an immigration enforcement operation.
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US escalates strikes on Iran, threatens power plants and bridges amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The US launched multiple strikes on Iranian military targets since mid-July and warned of attacks on civilian infrastructure next week if Iran resists talks.
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US Judge Voids Donald Trump’s $1.8 Billion IRS Settlement Citing Improper Purpose
US District Judge Kathleen Williams voided a $1.8 billion IRS settlement with Donald Trump, ruling it was made for an improper purpose.
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Darline Graham Nordone appointed to fill late Senator Lindsey Graham's US Senate seat
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to fill Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat after his death in July 2026.
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Lorenzo Salgado, Not Targeted Suspect, Fatally Shot by ICE in Houston Traffic Stop
Lorenzo Salgado, 52, was fatally shot by ICE agents during a July 7 stop targeting others in Houston, prompting calls for investigation.
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Russian couple arrested after illegal marriage proposal atop Empire State Building spire
On July 1, 2026, Russian climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus staged a public proposal atop the Empire State Building spire and were arrested on multiple charges.
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 8 Palestinians in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks
Israeli airstrikes on August 2 killed at least 8 Palestinians in Gaza as ceasefire implementation with Hamas remains deadlocked.
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US Embassies Warn Americans to Prepare to Leave Middle East Amid Rising Iran Conflict
On August 1, 2026, US embassies in about 10 Middle Eastern countries advised Americans to prepare for possible departure amid escalating Iran-related tensions.
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US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Order Tightening Mail-in Voting Rules Before 2026 Midterms
The 1st US Circuit Court upheld an injunction blocking key parts of Trump's March 2026 mail-in voting order in 23 states and DC.
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US Justice Department Investigates Harvard Over China-Funded Financial Aid Programs
The US Justice Department opened a civil rights review of Harvard's China-linked financial aid programs for possible discrimination against American students.
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Lebanese President Aoun meets Trump seeking Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met US President Donald Trump at the White House to push for Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament in southern Lebanon.
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Trump's Qatari-Donated Air Force One Set for One-Month Security Upgrade
US President Trump announced the Qatari-donated Air Force One will undergo a one-month security retrofit to add defensive systems.
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighs arresting Israeli PM Netanyahu during UN visit
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is exploring arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits for the September 2026 UN General Assembly.