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Missiles intercepted; U.S. and Saudi jets strike Iran-backed militias
Intercepted missiles and U.S.-Saudi strikes raise risks to American forces and could push oil prices, potentially affecting gasoline and heating costs.
Senate moves forward on sweeping Russia sanctions
An 86‑senator procedural vote advanced sanctions that could tighten U.S. leverage and influence major buyers of Russian energy, possibly affecting global energy prices.
xAI sues Minnesota to block AI “nudification” ban
xAI sued Minnesota before a ban on AI “nudification” tools takes effect Aug. 1, 2026; the case could shape state limits on AI image tools and protections against deepfakes.
No rehearing petition; birthright ruling stands for now
Missing the rehearing deadline keeps the Supreme Court‘s rejection of limits on birthright citizenship in place, affecting whether U.S.-born children can claim citizenship.
Nation says goodbye to Sen. Lindsey Graham
His death changes Senate dynamics and triggers a South Carolina contest that could affect future Senate votes and local representation.
Ukraine strikes two Russian refineries
Attacks on Russian energy infrastructure can disrupt global fuel supplies and may push gasoline and heating costs for consumers worldwide.
Fausto weakens but brings dangerous surf to Hawaii
Weakened Fausto still produces rough surf and swells that risk beach and boating safety and can disrupt travel and port operations in Hawaii.
Crowded GOP field lines up for SC special primary
A packed primary to replace Sen. Graham could influence Senate control and shape which party holds crucial votes in the coming term.
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning songwriter, dies at 56
Fans and the U.S.-Irish music community lose a key figure; tributes are pouring in following his death in a motorcycle crash.
Earlier on PoliticalDad
Yesterday
Teen lifeguard in Santa Cruz battles pounding surf to save 10-year-old, rescue caught on video8:03 PM NBC Bay Area
NASA fuels Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, clearing key step toward late-August launch5:15 PM NASA
Appeals court won’t block Trump’s mail‑ballot order as case heads to Supreme Court12:02 PM Reuters via
Tuesday
UPDATE: Administration asks Supreme Court to reinstate mail-voting order before midterms9:42 PM AP News
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