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'Conditions I Wouldn't Wish on My Worst Enemy': A Surprise Visit to a South Florida ICE Office

A congresswoman's surprise visit into a Broward ICE office found conditions advocates call inhumane, as Florida's detention system undergoes major shifts.

Latin Times · Jul 7

Democratic-led states face backlash over National Guard deployments in Washington

The National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., has expanded during the country's 250th anniversary of independence celebrations, with troops from Democratic-led states joining the effort

The Independent UK · Jul 7

US appeals court strikes down key part of Florida law restricting campus race and gender discussions

Ron DeSantis’s Stop Woke Act suffers another legal setback, with the state accused of ‘puppeteering’

The Guardian - US · Jul 7

Another State Joins 22-State Push Against ICE Rollback on Detainee Death Reporting

The policy, adopted in early June, rescinded a Biden-era directive requiring ICE to investigate and report deaths occurring within 30 days of release

Latin Times · Jul 7

Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.

The Texas attorney general appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in the past two years — despite his warning voters that “it is illegal to misrepresent your residence on election records.”

The Texas Tribune · Jul 7

Recall Roundup: Key trends from Ballotpedia’s Mid-Year Recall Report

By Thomas Ellis, Staff Writer

Ballotpedia · Jul 7

Quote of the day by Mitch McConnell, 'We need to be honest with the public' underscores honesty is the foundation of trust in government, business, education, healthcare, or everyday relationships

Quote of the day by Mitch McConnell expresses a timeless principle that extends well beyond politics. Honesty builds trust, transparency promotes accountability, and truthful communication strengthens relationships at every level of society. Although honesty may sometimes require courage, it creates lasting credibility and encourages informed, respectful dialogue. By embracing truthfulness…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

How could Democrats replace Graham Platner in Maine’s Senate race – and who might they choose?

Democrats weigh options as controversial Senate nominee faces calls to drop out of race after sexual assault allegation

The Guardian - US · Jul 7

Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks release of voter records sought by conservative activist

In Wisconsin, a guardianship order is a court-granted directive that assigns legal rights over an individual deemed unable to make personal decisions

The Independent UK · Jul 7

'No Excuses': Jon Ossoff Challenges Mike Collins to Three Live TV Debates as Georgia Senate Race Explodes

Senator Jon Ossoff challenges Rep. Mike Collins to three televised debates, emphasising accountability and transparency in a closely watched Senate race ahead of the 2026 elections.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7