Politics

‘We’ve never seen anything like this’: ICE’s detention crackdown swamps the courts - Politico

Families, lawyers and judges describe a year of frantic emergency cases after ICE began detaining people who have lived in the U.S. for years.

A twist in the race for Lindsey Graham’s seat: No clear Trump-aligned candidate - The Washington Post

The president backs Graham’s sister, but each contender in South Carolina’s Senate primary has found themselves out of step with him in some way, and a runoff is likely.

Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of Trump's 15-point Gaza plan unlikely to be final word - BBC

The Trump administration is said to be unbothered by the Israeli prime minister's rejection of the deal, viewing it as campaign rhetoric ahead of a general election.

Trump shifts to ‘low keying it’ with Iran as Strait of Hormuz deal nears - NewsNation

"It's like a chess game," Trump told Axios of dealing with Iran.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez freezing her eggs and hasn't 'ruled out' presidential run - BBC

The popular Democratic congresswoman also said "anything was possible" when asked about a possible Senate bid.

Israel rejects Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza, stoking tensions with US - Al Jazeera

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not ⁠⁠withdraw forces from Gaza until Hamas ⁠⁠fully disarms.

Netanyahu rejects Trump-backed Gaza plan for Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal - The Washington Post

“Israel does not accept the 15-point document,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. The U.S. president had touted the Board of Peace plan as a step toward a lasting settlement.

Blanche as AG faces pressure from Trump, skeptical courts, low staff morale - The Washington Post

As Todd Blanche officially takes over at the helm, the challenges for the Justice Department have been stacking up.

South Carolina’s Senate race tests Trump — again - Politico

The special Senate primary is giving some local Republicans flashbacks to their heated governor’s race earlier this year.

Sen. Bernie Sanders calls on Democratic leaders to end "corrupt system" of super PAC donations - CBS News

Sen. Bernie Sanders highlighted the hundreds of millions of dollars spent by outside organizations during the 2026 midterm cycle.

Trump to Axios: "We are low keying it" with Iran - Axios

The president is willing to allow economic pressure to run its course.

Trump’s Hold on Republicans Tested in Race to Replace Lindsey Graham - WSJ