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A Qatar-linked mediation effort has emerged as a new avenue for de-escalation following recent tensions in the Gulf region involving Iran. This diplomatic push is part of broader\u2026
WASHINGTON — Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett were scheduled to testify before a congressional panel this week, a rare public appearance by sitting justices\u2026
United States military actions have been reported in connection with recent attacks on commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, according to non-federal international and U.S. reporting. These\u2026
Washington, D.C. — Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett recently testified before a congressional panel, addressing the high court's budget and security needs. The appearance\u2026
United States military forces have conducted strikes against targets in Iran, according to non-federal international and U.S. reporting. These actions are understood to be tied to a series\u2026
President Donald Trump announced that tariff letters to a dozen countries had been signed and were scheduled for dispatch on July 7, signaling a renewed focus on trade\u2026
The Supreme Court has increasingly relied on emergency orders to address pressing legal questions, a practice that has drawn scrutiny for its expedited nature and impact on federal\u2026
The United States Supreme Court's upcoming term is set to tackle a series of cases that could reshape legal precedents across several contentious areas, including the regulation of\u2026
The U.S. Supreme Court has announced a slate of cases for its next term that will address several contentious national issues, potentially reshaping legal landscapes across the country,\u2026
The United States commemorated its 250th anniversary of independence on Thursday, July 4, 2026, with nationwide events culminating in ceremonies that drew significant attention to Washington, D.C. These\u2026
President Donald Trump stated recently that his acting spy chief possesses broad authority to declassify records, including material pertinent to inquiries surrounding the 2020 election. This assertion comes\u2026
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a legal challenge that sought to prevent states from counting mailed ballots received after Election Day, provided they were postmarked by the\u2026