One of strictest US abortion bans could be overturned in November’s election Idaho to have ballot measure for reproductive freedom law that would reverse ban on abortions at all pregnancy stages The Guardian - US · Jul 13
McConnell's absence could jeopardize Republicans' defense spending agenda as the Iran war escalates The Trump administration has asked Congress for an additional $350 billion in defense funds amid the reignited Iran war. Fortune · Jul 13
Trump again shrinks two national monuments reducing their size by another million acres each This move directly challenges proclamations by his predecessors The Independent UK · Jul 13
Mexico to demand criminal complaints over migrants killed by ICE in US Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexicans ‘outraged’ over killing last week of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by agents in Houston The Guardian - US · Jul 13
Who Replaced Lindsey Graham in the Senate? Darline Graham Nordone Becomes South Carolina's First Female US Senator Darline Graham Nordone becomes South Carolina's first female senator, appointed by Governor McMaster to complete her late brother Lindsey Graham's term, marking a historic milestone for the state. International Business Times UK · Jul 13
'Mitch McConnell Is Dead': Viral Post Dissects Proof-of-Life Photo, Claims Senator Died in June A photo released to reassure the public about Mitch McConnell's health has sparked conspiracy theories, with sceptics questioning its authenticity and suggesting it might be AI-generated. International Business Times UK · Jul 13
US judge voids Trump's 'improper' $1.8 billion settlement with IRS A US judge on Monday voided a settlement between President Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service over his leaked tax returns, ruling the lawsuit was filed for an "improper purpose". The agreement had granted Trump, his family and business broad protections from tax audits following their $10 billion lawsuit. France 24 · Jul 13
Wisconsin governor candidate says her campaign has far less money than she thought Wisconsin Democratic candidate for governor Sara Rodriguez says she discovered her campaign has hundreds of thousands dollars less cash than she thought after campaign ads slated to run last week did not air due to unpaid invoices The Independent UK · Jul 13
Did Lindsey Graham Push Trump Toward War? Plus: Trump's escalating war with Iran, the bipartisan congressional housing bill, and Graham Platner's campaign collapse Reason · Jul 13
Trump IRS Lawsuit Backfires as Judge Exposes $1.8B Scheme and Threatens Lawyer Todd Blanche With Sanctions A federal judge has voided President Trump's IRS settlement, citing bad faith and misuse of power, impacting his legal shield against audits and raising questions ahead of a key confirmation hearing. International Business Times UK · Jul 13
Victor Marx defeated three other candidates in the Republican primary for governor of Colorado on June 30, 2026 Victor Marx (R) defeated Scott Bottoms (R), Barbara Kirkmeyer (R), and Kelvin Wimberly (write-in) in the Republican primary for governor of Colorado on June 30, 2026. Incumbent Gov. Jared Polis (D) was term-limited. Bottoms, Kirkmeyer, and Marx led in fundraising and media attention. Ballotpedia · Jul 13
Lindsey Graham becomes the fourth member of the U.S. Senate since 2013 to die while in office On July 11, 2026, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died, leaving a vacancy in the U.S. Senate. Ballotpedia · Jul 13
Four primaries for New Hampshire's two congressional districts are contested this year — tying with 2024 for the most since 2014 This year's filing deadline for candidates running for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Hampshire was June 12, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 13
President Donald Trump meets with IndyCar drivers in special White House event With the Freedom 250 Grand Prix 41 days away, the President of the United States hosted Roger Penske and key executives, along with David Malukas, Alex Palou, and Felix Rosenqvist Motorsport · Jul 13
Ballotpedia · Jul 13 Two Republican incumbents—Ken Calvert and Young Kim—to face off in general election for California's 40th Congressional District Incumbents Ken Calvert (R) and Young Kim (R) are running in the general election to represent California's 40th Congressional District on Nov. 3. They defeated six other candidates to win the top-two primary on June 2.
The Independent UK · Jul 13 Wild Lindsey Graham death theories explode online after his sudden passing Sen. Lindsey Graham’s unexpected death on Saturday night fueled baseless speculation on social media that his passing was the result of a criminal action
The Economic Times · Jul 13 US judge declares Trump's tax deal 'improper', leaving future financial implications unclear A US judge on Monday voided a settlement between Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service giving the president and his allies sweeping protections from audits, ruling that his lawsuit over leaked tax returns had been filed for an "improper purpose."
The Times of India · Jul 13 US judge scraps Trump's IRS settlement deal, says lawsuit sought to 'manipulate judicial process' A federal judge voided President Trump's settlement with the IRS. The lawsuit was deemed an improper attempt to manipulate the judicial process. Sanctions and disciplinary actions were recommended against involved lawyers. The judge found the parties were not truly opposing each other. The Justice Department was criticized for its role…
Roll Call · Jul 13 South Carolina governor picks Graham’s sister to serve out his term Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late South Carolina GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, will fill his Senate seat through the end of his term in January, Republican Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday. “Lindsey took care of his little sister in years long departed,” McMaster said at a news conference…
Latin Times · Jul 13 James Talarico Kicks Off Texas Border Tour With Renewed Push for 'Comprehensive Immigration Reform' James Talarico is locked in a tight Senate race with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and has planned a 750-mile bus tour of the southern border to reach communities he says have long been ignored by both parties.
International Business Times UK · Jul 13 'Cancer Inside The System': Anne Applebaum Warns Election Threat Will Outlast Trump Historian Anne Applebaum warns that election denialism poses a long-term threat to democracy, extending beyond Donald Trump and influencing future elections.
International Business Times UK · Jul 13 'Massive Red Alert': 4 Justices Signal Trump Can Rewrite 14th Amendment by Executive Order The Supreme Court's recent ruling has intensified debates on birthright citizenship, with critics warning it could lead to future constitutional challenges and reshape interpretations of the 14th Amendment.
The Times of India · Jul 13 'Intolerable threat to US sovereignty': Why Trump wants to 'dismantle' International Criminal Court The Trump administration initiated a campaign against the International Criminal Court. This action targets the court's authority over American officials and military personnel. The United States argues the court threatens national sovereignty and self-governance. Diplomatic efforts and potential sanctions will be employed to disable the court. This move aims to…
Reason · Jul 13 Trump's Tariffs Have Been Particularly Costly for Small Businesses The Federal Reserve reports that small businesses were less likely to be able to avoid tariff costs during 2025 and are more pessimistic about employment and revenue in 2026.
International Business Times · Jul 13 Trump Announces His Intended Replacement For Lindsey Graham As Interim Senator: His Sister President Donald Trump called on South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to appoint Lindsey Graham's sister Darline as the interim replacement of his brother, who died unexpectedly this weekend.