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SEO Law Fellowship Sheds 17 Firms in Federal Probe
At least 17 law firms have dropped out of the SEO Law Fellowship, a program that places students at elite law firms, cutting enrollment in half as the program faces a federal investigation, according to the Washington Free Beacon.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:49:34 EDTReport: Europe Allies Balk at Trump Plan for Hormuz
European allies are resisting pressure from the Trump admin. to establish a joint patrol in the Strait of Hormuz, a reluctance that, Politico reported Wed., may reflect strains in Washington's relationships with some of its closest allies.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:21:03 EDT$58.6 Billion Lockheed Martin Missile Deal Sets Record
The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $58.62 billion for production of Patriot interceptor missiles, the Department of War said on Wednesday, a record contract awarded as conflicts across the globe diminish U.S. weapons stockpiles.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:35:59 EDTSchools in 3 States to Deploy Drones Against Active Shooters
Schools in Florida, Georgia and Colorado will begin deploying drones designed to confront active shooters during the upcoming school year, marking one of the latest efforts by school officials to use emerging technology to bolster campus security.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:14:07 EDTExplosive Diarrhea Parasite Hits 45 States, Thousands Sick
The CDC said Tuesday it had received reports of 6,707 laboratory-confirmed domestically acquired cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, as federal health officials continued investigating multiple outbreaks linked to contaminated food.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:07:37 EDTFlorida AG Investigates Fauci After Senate Hearing
Florida A.G. James Uthmeier announced Wed. that his office is opening an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci, hours after Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious Senate hearing on the federal government's COVID-19 response.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:59:08 EDTSchumer Hopes Fetterman Stays in Democratic Party
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he hopes Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., stays in the Democratic Party.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:43:06 EDTSaudi Joins US Strikes; Iran War Widens as Talks Stall
Saudi Arabia has joined U.S. military action against Tehran-backed proxies as efforts to revive diplomacy with Iran have stalled amid deepening mistrust.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:13:49 EDTGiffords Calls on Rep. Miller to Resign Over Domestic Abuse Allegations
Gun violence prevention advocacy group Giffords on Wednesday called on Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, to resign from Congress following allegations by his ex-wife that he physically abused her during their marriage, escalating pressure on the congressman as he seeks reelection.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:21:31 EDTEnergy Dept Plans $100 Billion AI Data Center
The Energy Department said Wednesday it plans to redevelop part of a retired Cold War-era uranium enrichment site in western Kentucky into a privately funded, $100 billion artificial intelligence data center.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:11:54 EDTCruz Postpones AI Markup, Advances Kids Online Safety Act
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, said Wednesday he's postponing a highly anticipated committee vote on artificial intelligence legislation until September after lawmakers failed to reach a bipartisan agreement on a package of bills.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:43:09 EDTChina: Vulnerable Residents Should Mask Due to COVID
The Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention is encouraging vulnerable residents to use masks and seek out vaccine products due to an increase in coronavirus infections, Breitbart reported.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:24:25 EDTLIV Golf Finale in Doubt as Funding Dries Up
LIV Golf is on the verge of canceling its season-ending team championship, which was scheduled to carry $40 million in prize money, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:11:05 EDTSenators Weigh Options to Compel Fauci to Testify
Dr. Anthony Fauci's decision to repeatedly invoke the Fifth Amendment before a Senate panel on Wednesday could trigger contempt proceedings, with Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., moving to hold the former White House COVID-19 adviser accountable for refusing to answer questions about ...
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:19:54 EDTWarren, Schiff Seek SEC Probe of Truth Social API
Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Adam Schiff, D-Calif., are urging the Securities and Exchange Commission to investigate whether Trump Media & Technology Group's planned premium data service for Truth Social could violate federal securities laws.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:04:39 EDTDow Plunges 1,100 Points on Fear Fed Is Behind on Inflation
Wall Street ended sharply lower Wednesday after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, with AI-related chip stocks adding to recent declines ahead of quarterly reports from Microsoft and Meta Platforms.The Fed's widely expected decision to leave the benchmark...
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:02:17 EDTNuns' Anti-Trafficking Network Sees Huge Growth
The Talitha Kum network, founded by the International Network Against Human Trafficking founded by the International Union of Superiors General and led by Catholic Sisters, released its 2025 Annual Report on Wednesday, marking World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:35:54 EDTPoll: Nearly Half Back Netanyahu Arrest Warrant
Nearly half of Americans believe the United States should enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a new Economist/YouGov poll released Wednesday.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:53:14 EDTReport: Netanyahu Presses Trump to Keep Squeezing Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged President Donald Trump during a White House meeting Tuesday to keep maximum pressure on Iran, arguing the regime is unlikely to agree to a meaningful nuclear deal, according to an Israeli official cited by Axios.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:24:30 EDTGOP Governors Press Senate on Trump Spending Plan
Nearly two dozen Republican governors are rallying behind President Donald Trump's push for a new party-line spending package, urging the Senate to quickly pass a budget resolution that would pave the way for election integrity measures, increased defense spending, and aid for American farmers.
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