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Trump Forces Builders To Rip up New White House Helipad After Frantic Around-The-Clock Shifts

President Trump has halted the White House helipad project, citing dissatisfaction with its design and the South Lawn's slope, potentially increasing costs and delaying completion.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

Lawyer says Wisconsin imam was tortured into confessing before deportation bid

A former attorney says Israeli authorities coerced the leader of Wisconsin’s largest mosque into confessing to crimes and that the U.S. is wrongfully relying on those convictions to deport him

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence

After a bumpy confirmation hearing, Clayton replaces acting director Bill Pulte to head US intelligence agencies

The Guardian - US · Aug 4

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Kansas Supreme Court allows three-day grace period for mail ballots to be temporarily reinstated ahead of primary

Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

Ballotpedia · Aug 4

Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people

A judge has ruled that absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, siding with groups that are seeking to force elections officials to allow for electronic ballots

The Independent UK · Aug 4

US Treasury yields fall as oil retreats on Iran deal hopes, Fed hike bets ease

On Tuesday, US Treasury yields saw a decline following a sharp drop in oil prices. As optimism regarding a resolution to the Iran conflict grew, inflation worries lessened. Consequently, traders adjusted their predictions for a Federal Reserve interest rate increase in September, leading to significant reductions in two-year and ten-year…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Appeals court rules Trump’s EPA improperly ended billions in climate funding

This closely divided ruling represents a setback for the Trump administration

The Independent UK · Aug 4

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'White House Set To Extend Jones Act Waiver As Trump Hunts For Cheaper Gasoline' - Reuters Exclusive

WASHINGTON/HOUSTON, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The White House is expected to extend a waiver of the century-old Jones Act in the coming days, sources say, reaching for one of the few tools it has to try and hold down gasoline prices as President Donald Trump escalates his attacks on Exxon…

Benzinga · Aug 4

Trump’s National Guard deployment in DC to cost $1.4B more

The figure offers a glimpse of how much taxpayer money will be spent on a deployment that has been criticized by local officials

The Independent UK · Aug 4

'Clinging to His Power': Mitch McConnell's Wife Accused of Pulling the Strings Amid Health Mystery

A second photo of Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao fuels conspiracy theories about his health and her political influence, as questions arise over the photo's authenticity and Chao's recent actions.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

Donald Trump Jr paid ex Kimberly Guilfoyle $7.6 million to get out of Florida mansion they shared

Deed records in Palm Beach County indicate the eldest Trump son paid his ex-fiancée $7.6 million for her share of their Jupiter, Florida, home

The Independent UK · Aug 4

How the Iran war exposed cracks in the US-Israel partnership

Donald Trump's patience with Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly exhausted over Iran policy. Netanyahu faces growing criticism and a negative view of Israel in America. Young voters increasingly sympathize with Palestinians due to Israeli actions. The strong US-Israel lobby faces challenges from younger Democrats and Republican isolationists. This situation strains the…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

US judge blocks New York's ban on ICE officers wearing face masks

A federal judge has temporarily blocked New York from enforcing a law that bars US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from wearing face coverings and requires them to display visible identification, ruling that the measures are likely unconstitutional.

The Times of India · Aug 4

Texas' Senators Have Been Republicans For Decades. Now Polls Show A Democrat In The Lead

Democrat James Talarico is in the lead in the Texas Senate race, according to three recent polls.

International Business Times · Aug 4

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Latin Times · Aug 4

Steve Bannon Urges Trump to Replace DHS Secretary, Focus on Mass Deportations: 'Mullin Is the Wrong Guy at the Wrong Time'

Mullin said in a recent event that the U.S. should expand permanent employment-based visas in sectors facing chronic labor shortages, drawing backlash from conversative figures

Latin Times · Aug 4

ICE Booked Over 46,000 People Last Month — Its Busiest Stretch Yet Under Trump

ICE booked over 46,000 people in July, a second straight record month, as fatal traffic stops, airport arrests, and withheld data draw scrutiny.

Latin Times · Aug 4

ICE Is Arresting 20 to 40 Migrants a Day at U.S. Airports, Report Claims

The expanded enforcement has drawn attention after videos showed plainclothes ICE agents detaining passengers at boarding gates, airport corridors and even aboard aircraft

We Got This Covered · Aug 4

Trump reportedly called Rep. Max Miller amid abuse claims from his ex-wife, told him, ‘things aren’t looking good’

Miller was married to Sen. Bernie Moreno’s daughter.

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International Business Times · Aug 4

Todd Blanche Clears Key Hurdle To Become The Next AG After Backtracking On 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Todd Blanche's nomination to be the next attorney general after getting assurances that the controversial "anti-weaponization" fund is dead.

Fortune · Aug 4

‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency

Wall Street firms will get information milliseconds faster than the general public—and Trump will directly benefit.

The Guardian - US · Aug 4

Ohio Republican Max Miller faces growing calls to resign over domestic abuse allegations

Miller calls women accusing him liars as Republican senator Bernie Moreno says former son-in-law unfit for Congress

Roll Call · Aug 4

Pentagon: National Guard in DC to cost another $1.43 billion

The Trump administration’s planned deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., through the end of his presidential term will cost $1.43 billion, or $51 million a month, in addition to the amount spent so far, according to a new Pentagon estimate. The new estimate of the costs going forward,…

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

'They Are Murder Victims': Classified Documents Reportedly Reveal Trump Pentagon Killed Civilians at Sea

Senator Tim Kaine questions the legality of US military strikes on alleged drug boats, citing potential innocent casualties and ineffective drug flow disruption.

The Guardian - US · Aug 4

Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination will advance to full US Senate vote

Blanche, formerly Trump’s personal lawyer, confirmed in writing that $1.8bn slush fund for president’s allies was dead

International Business Times · Aug 4

A Republican Lawmaker Is Facing Abuse Allegations. Trump Called To Let Him Know 'Things Aren't Looking Good' For His Reelection Prospects

President Trump reportedly called Republican Congressman Max Miller to let him know that "things aren't looking good" following accusations that he assaulted his ex-wife and their child.

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