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Lindsey Graham's death will shake the Senate and the November election

Lindsey Graham's death will shake the Senate and the November election

The sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham creates a vacancy on the Senate Judiciary Committee and initiates a special election process in South Carolina. Leaders now face legislative uncertainty as they navigate upcoming committee deadlines and a shift in Senate balance.

News ·12 Jul 2026, 21:38 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After ‘Brief and Sudden Illness’

Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After ‘Brief and Sudden Illness’

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a long-time Republican power broker and foreign policy advocate, has passed away at age 71. His sudden death creates a vacancy that will be filled by a gubernatorial appointment until the November 2026 election.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 18:02 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch Trump ally, dies suddenly at 71

Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch Trump ally, dies suddenly at 71

Senator Lindsey Graham, a long-serving lawmaker and advisor on foreign policy, has died following a sudden illness. His passing triggers a process for the South Carolina governor to appoint a temporary successor to complete his term.

News ·12 Jul 2026, 16:36 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
Lindsey Graham, key ally of Donald Trump, dies after sudden illness, his office says

Lindsey Graham, key ally of Donald Trump, dies after sudden illness, his office says

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a pivotal figure in Republican foreign policy and an ally of Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71. His passing leaves a vacancy in the Senate during an active election cycle.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
US strikes 140 Iranian targets after regime closes Strait of Hormuz

US strikes 140 Iranian targets after regime closes Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has ordered massive airstrikes against Iranian assets following the IRGC's closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz and an attack on a civilian cargo ship.

News ·12 Jul 2026, 08:36 ·Mara Ionescu 4 min read
US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed

US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed

The US launched strikes on at least 140 Iranian sites following an IRGC attack on a commercial vessel and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 07:32 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
Trump’s Justice Department subpoenas NY Times journalists over Qatari Air Force One report

Trump’s Justice Department subpoenas NY Times journalists over Qatari Air Force One report

Federal agents have ordered several New York Times reporters to testify before a grand jury following reports on security vulnerabilities in the president's Qatari-gifted jet.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 06:32 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
Iran and US trade threats as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz access

Iran and US trade threats as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz access

Military skirmishes and conflicting interpretations of the Islamabad Memorandum have stalled peace efforts in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed revenge against the U.S. following recent military strikes.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
Trump declares Iran ceasefire over following Strait of Hormuz attacks

Trump declares Iran ceasefire over following Strait of Hormuz attacks

President Trump declared the ceasefire over following Iranian attacks on commercial tankers and a subsequent U.S. bombing campaign. Indirect diplomatic talks remain ongoing through mediators in Qatar and Oman.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 22:32 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Harry Kane calls golf round with Donald Trump a surreal experience

Harry Kane calls golf round with Donald Trump a surreal experience

Harry Kane has confirmed he previously played a round of golf with Donald Trump while preparing for England’s upcoming World Cup quarterfinal against Norway.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 21:32 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
New York Times reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One security reporting

New York Times reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One security reporting

New York Times journalists have been ordered to appear before a federal grand jury after reporting on alleged security flaws in the new presidential aircraft. The action has drawn sharp condemnation from press freedom groups and the newspaper's legal team.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 18:33 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Mojtaba Khamenei vows US revenge

Mojtaba Khamenei vows US revenge

New Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged retaliation for the airstrike killing of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, further straining ties with the US.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 16:07 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Trump lets bipartisan housing bill become law without his signature

Trump lets bipartisan housing bill become law without his signature

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law automatically after President Trump refused to sign it in protest over the SAVE America Act.

News ·11 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Mara Ionescu 4 min read
Author calls for federal tax revolt to protest Trump administration policies

Author calls for federal tax revolt to protest Trump administration policies

A movement rooted in civil disobedience is advocating for tax resistance to protest the lack of congressional authorization for military actions in Iran. Proponents argue that withholding funds is a way to avoid supporting a conflict they deem morally reprehensible.

News ·11 Jul 2026, 03:05 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open

Washington has demanded that Iran guarantee open international transit through the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of an interim ceasefire. This comes as military strikes and regional hostilities continue to escalate.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
US and Iran hold indirect talks to revive ceasefire amid maritime tensions

US and Iran hold indirect talks to revive ceasefire amid maritime tensions

President Trump confirmed that US-Iran negotiations will continue despite declaring the June ceasefire void, as military tensions escalate in the region.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Israel warns US of new Iranian plot to assassinate Donald Trump

Israel warns US of new Iranian plot to assassinate Donald Trump

U.S. officials are investigating intelligence shared by Israel regarding a specific, actionable Iranian plan to target President Donald Trump.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 19:02 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Trump continues Iran talks but insists ceasefire is over

Trump continues Iran talks but insists ceasefire is over

U.S. and Iranian envoys are engaging in indirect diplomatic talks following an intense exchange of military strikes and the revocation of oil waivers. The negotiations continue as tensions remain high over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 18:01 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
David Hearn pleads not guilty to damaging Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

David Hearn pleads not guilty to damaging Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of property destruction for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense team argues the prosecution distracts from administrative failures surrounding the project's recent renovation.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 19:35 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
US military strikes Iran for second day as ceasefire collapses

US military strikes Iran for second day as ceasefire collapses

Hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have surged following a collapsed ceasefire, resulting in widespread military exchanges and retaliatory strikes.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 06:33 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read