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Signatures submitted for Washington initiative to repeal legislation establishing an income tax for households earning over $1 million and ban income taxes in general

In Washington, signatures were submitted to the secretary of state on July 2, 2026, for a ballot initiative that would repeal legislation establishing an income tax for certain households and ban income taxes altogether.

Ballotpedia · Jul 7

'Bibi made rosy predictions': US miffed at Netanyahu for promises about Iran war that 'didn't come to pass'

A senior Trump administration official said Netanyahu had repeatedly made optimistic predictions about the course of the war that ultimately failed to materialise. The official's comments reflected growing scepticism within the administration over Netanyahu's assessments of the conflict and signalled that Washington intends to independently verify future claims before acting…

The Times of India · Jul 7

Senator Mitch McConell Health Update: Republican Still Hospitalised After June 2026 Incident

Senator Mitch McConnell remains hospitalised weeks after an emergency, with limited details on his condition, raising concerns about his health and political future.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7

‘Like running a marathon’: For one evening, Washington DC just had the worst air quality of any major city in the world

Washington DC briefly held the title for the worst air quality of any major city in the world this past Sunday. It was all courtesy of a massive, 40-minute fireworks display that pushed local pollution levels into dangerous territory. According to CNN, the extreme heatwave resulted in triple-digit temperatures on…

We Got This Covered · Jul 6

'I Should Say Third Term': Donald Trump Sparks Firestorm with Shocking Comment During July 4th Speech

Donald Trump's July 4 speech in Washington mixed patriotic themes with personal legal grievances and a controversial 'third term' remark, turning a national celebration into a political spectacle.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6

Jack White Slams Donald Trump on 4th of July, Claiming Iran War Was a Distraction From 'Epstein Files'

Jack White used Independence Day to criticise Trump and the MAGA movement, asserting that they don't own the American flag, amidst Trump's delayed speech in Washington, DC.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6

Chicago, Journey, Bon Jovi and More Urged to Sue Donald Trump Over America 250 Playlist

Donald Trump's 'America 250' fireworks event in Washington, D.C. has sparked a backlash over the use of classic rock songs by Chicago, Journey, Bon Jovi and Prince without clear confirmation of permission.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6

The ‘navalization’ of economic warfare sees trade routes become zones of force rather than rules

With more than 80% of global trade by volume being transported by sea, maritime shipping lanes are indispensable to the world economy. That fact was starkly illustrated by the war in Iran, which saw Tehran effectively close the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic and Washington respond with a blockade…

The Conversation · Jul 6

Four years after Dobbs, Texas abortion-rights advocates struggle to break through in Washington

Just 2% of Texas voters call abortion the state’s most pressing problem. Advocates are reframing the issue as one of reproductive healthcare that affects families’ pocketbooks.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 6

US Tech Sector Pushes Back Against UK’s Child Safety Social Media Regulations

Britain’s plan to bar under‑16s from major social platforms has opened a new front in its increasingly strained relationship with Washington and the US tech sector.

Benzinga · Jul 6