Summary
Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to restrict mail-in voting across the US with a series of new requirements, including the establishment of a national voter list.
The move was unprecedented and likely unconstitutional, according to experts. The Brennan Center said in response, “He has no lawful authority to write the rules that govern our elections. He tried a year ago; we sued him; we won. A year later, he has tried again. He can expect the same result.”
Several states and Democratic officials criticized the order, describing it as an illegal attack that amounted to voter suppression ahead of the midterms, and said they will take legal action to stop the president, including California.
Trump continued to fume over today’s ruling from a US judge that halted the construction of his $400m White House ballroom, and sharply criticized the decision during a press briefing and on social media.
Pete Hegseth lifted the suspension of the crew of the military helicopters that hovered near the home of singer Kid Rock, and said there would be no investigation.
Donald Trump will provide an “important update” on the war in Iran during an address to the nation on Wednesday, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
Donald Trump is set to provide an “important update” on the war in Iran during an address to the nation on Wednesday, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
The president spoke about the conflict during a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, telling reporters that the US could end its attacks on Iran within weeks. Earlier in the day, he also made comments online critical of European countries that did not join the war, stating that they should buy oil from the US or “go get your own oil” from the Gulf.
