Why would Trump agree to the Saudi nuclear deal? The agreement offers the Saudis the same options Trump has sworn Iran will never have The Guardian - US · Jul 23
Donald Trump Humiliated During Georgia Rally After Audience Member Secretly Mimics Speech Behind His Back During Trump's rally in Georgia, an audience member's mimicry of the President's gestures and speech went viral, sparking widespread social media debate and overshadowing the event. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Signatures submitted for Colorado initiative requiring ballot questions at an eighth-grade reading level and limiting conflicting language requirements In Colorado, signatures were submitted to the secretary of state's office on July 20, 2026, for a ballot initiative related to the readability of ballot measure questions. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Over the past two weeks, 10 new ballot measures were certified in three states—Idaho, Massachusetts, and Washington As of July 22, 149 statewide measures have been certified for the ballot in 39 states, 21 more measures than the average number certified at this point in other even-numbered years over the past decade (2014 to 2024). Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Seventy members of the U.S. Congress are not running for re-election this year — the most in at least 26 years Seventy members of Congress — 11 Senators and 59 Representatives— are not running for re-election this year, the most since at least 2000 and 32% more than the 53 who did not run in 2024. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Mark Lamb defeats Daniel Keenan in the Republican primary for Arizona's 5th Congressional District on July 21, 2026 Mark Lamb (R) defeated Daniel Keenan (R) in the Republican primary for Arizona's 5th Congressional District on July 21, 2026. Incumbent Rep. Andy Biggs (R), who was first elected in 2016, ran for governor of Arizona rather than for another term. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Five 2026 ballot measures address sex-based school sports eligibility and bans on certain medical procedures for transgender minors; another is pending signature verification In 2026, voters will decide at least five ballot measures concerning sex-based requirements for school athletics and bans on certain medical procedures for transgender minors, including: Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Rep. Miller-Meeks and Bohannan to meet for third consecutive election in Iowa's 1st District on November 3, 2026 Incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R), Christina Bohannan (D), and Michael Bridgford (Independent) are running in the general election for Iowa's 1st Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Denise Powell (D), Brinker Harding (R), and Eric Michael Foreman (L) are running for open U.S. House seat in Nebraska's 2nd District Denise Powell (D), Brinker Harding (R), and Eric Michael Foreman (L) are running in the general election for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Nunn, Trone Garriott, and Battaglia are running in Iowa's 3rd District, decided by fewer than four points in each of the last two elections Incumbent Zach Nunn (R), Sarah Trone Garriott (D), and Marco Battaglia (L) are running in the general election for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Three candidates are running in Nevada's 3rd District, where the last two elections were decided by fewer than four points Incumbent Susie Lee (D), Marty O'Donnell (R), and Jon Kamerath (Independent American Party) are running in the general election for Nevada's 3rd Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Indian-American Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary from Arizona Indian-American Amish Shah won the Democratic primary for Arizona's First District. He defeated the establishment-backed candidate Marlene Galan-Woods in a close contest. Shah, an emergency medicine doctor, will now face Republican Jay Feely. Feely is the NFL kicker who received support from US President Donald Trump. This marks Shah's second… The Economic Times · Jul 23
Voices: Should I give a bad employee a second chance? DEAR VIX: The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email [email protected] for advice on love, work, family and relationships The Independent UK · Jul 23
US House approves $95 billion Iran war budget, sends Trump-backed plan to Senate The US House of Representatives has narrowly approved a $95 billion budget blueprint to fund the war with Iran and advance President Donald Trump's election-related priorities, overcoming resistance within Republican ranks. The Times of India · Jul 23
The Times of India · Jul 23 Who is Amish Shah? Indian-origin doctor wins Arizona democratic primary Indian-origin former Arizona state lawmaker Amish Shah won the Democratic primary for Arizona's 1st Congressional District on Wednesday.
The Economic Times · Jul 23 Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary in Arizona, a blow to the party establishment Amish Shah secured the Democratic primary in Arizona's 1st Congressional District. He defeated a candidate endorsed by party leaders in Washington. Shah will now face Republican Jay Feely in the fall election. This race is expected to influence control of the U.S. House. Voters are increasingly rejecting establishment party preferences.
International Business Times UK · Jul 23 Illegal Immigrant Serving Up to 100 Years for Girlfriend's Brutal Murder Sues Trump for $75.5M Brandon Ortiz-Vite, serving up to 100 years for murder, sues Trump for $75.5 million, alleging campaign ads caused emotional distress and reputation damage.
The Economic Times · Jul 23 US Congress passes $95 billion Republican budget for Iran war The House approved a Republican-only budget proposal for Iran war funding. This plan allocates significant funds for national security and farmers. Democrats argue the money should be spent domestically on lowering costs. Senate Republicans remain divided on the House's budget strategy. The budget battle occurs as military deaths in the…
The Guardian - US · Jul 22 Trump scoffs at ‘affordability’ as he touts economic policies at Georgia rally President visits swing state to promote ‘Trump accounts’ and says high prices lingering from Joe Biden’s presidency
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 WV Delegate David Pritt Charged With Enticing Minor After Allegedly Telling Victim to Keep Quiet or 'Open Up Hell' David Elliott Pritt, a West Virginia lawmaker and teacher, faces federal charges for allegedly enticing a minor, highlighting concerns over child safety on platforms like Roblox and Snapchat.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 ICE Officers Reveal Operational Chaos Inside Agency Amid Trump Mass Deportation Push: 'No One Is Happy' ICE agents report exhaustion and frustration due to Trump's deportation quotas, with morale suffering as non-criminal arrests rise and serious crime investigations decline.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 Joaquín Castro Accuses Trump Administration of 'Graft' Over Venezuela's Untraced Oil Billions Democratic congressman Joaquín Castro accuses the Trump administration of mismanaging Venezuelan oil revenue, highlighting a lack of transparency as Venezuela struggles with earthquake recovery and economic challenges.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 Donald Trump Tax Immunity Scandal: Judge Throws Out $1.8bn Deal As Lawyer Faces Discipline A federal judge has thrown out Donald Trump's $1.8bn IRS settlement, saying the case was brought for an improper purpose and referring a lawyer for possible disciplinary action.
Cinemablend · Jul 22 FCC Boss Comments On ABC And Others' Decision Not To Air Most Recent Trump Speech Tsk tsk tsk.
The Guardian - US · Jul 22 US trade chief defends tariffs as Democrats say Trump ‘in denial’ over price hikes Jamieson Greer denies tariffs have pushed up prices during grilling from lawmakers over cost-of-living concerns