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House committee advances a bipartisan water-infrastructure bill

The 2026 Water Resources Development Act cleared committee unanimously, authorizing studies and projects for ports, waterways, flood control and dam safety.

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A western heat dome breaks long-standing temperature records

NASA reports all-time highs in Montana, Wyoming and Utah as dangerous heat expands into other parts of the country.

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Bipartisan senators propose a forced-vote path for Social Security

The PROMISE Act would create a structured process for Congress to consider a long-term solvency plan, but it does not itself choose benefit or tax changes.

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House Republicans outline a $95 billion war, farm and election package

The new budget framework would open a fast-track process for Iran-war funding, agricultural aid and election-policy changes, but it is still several votes from becoming law.

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Subaru recalls more than 541,000 SUVs over incorrect weight labels

The recall covers certain Crosstrek Hybrid, Forester, Forester Hybrid, and Ascent vehicles; owners will receive a corrected certification label.

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The House votes to make daylight saving time permanent

A bipartisan 308–117 vote advances a plan to end the twice-yearly clock change, but Senate approval is still required.

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U.S. and Iraq set September 30 for the remaining troop departure

Iraq's prime minister and the Pentagon say the remaining U.S. military presence in Iraq will end by September 30 under an agreement first announced in 2024.

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Senate blocks defense bill as the Iran war reshapes the debate

A 50–46 procedural vote stopped the Senate from opening debate on the annual defense policy bill after Democrats demanded a larger role for Congress in the Iran conflict.

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Anil Menon arrives at the space station aboard Soyuz MS-29

The NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts reached the International Space Station for an eight-month mission, extending cooperation despite tensions on Earth.

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Two justices take the Supreme Court's security case to Congress

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett made a rare appearance before lawmakers as the court sought more money to protect its members and staff.

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Darline Graham takes the oath in South Carolina's Senate transition

Darline Graham has been sworn in to complete her late brother's term, becoming the first woman to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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Inflation cooled sharply in June. Here's what changed.

Consumer prices fell in June as energy costs retreated, giving households relief while leaving the Federal Reserve with more evidence to weigh.

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Warsh promises price stability but keeps the Fed's next move unclear

The Federal Reserve chair stressed price stability in his first congressional testimony but declined to signal the central bank's next rate decision.

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