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Cities in 23 States Drop Flock Safety Surveillance Contracts Over Privacy
Local governments have terminated agreements with Flock Safety after public pushback, with 98 cities ending contracts since 2021.
GOP Targets Talarico's Masculinity in Coordinated Texas Senate Attack
Republican strategists are testing attacks on Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico's gender identity and sexuality ahead of November's general election.
Energy Dept. Stalls on Venezuelan Oil as U.S. Refiners Reject Prices
U.S. refiners are refusing to meet price demands for roughly 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, stalling a Trump administration initiative and alarming domestic shale producers.
U.S. Cities and Utilities Overhaul Infrastructure for Extreme Heat, Flooding
From 125-degree heat waves to chronic tidal flooding, federal and local agencies are shifting from reactive response to long-term resilience planning.
Senate Moves to Fund Government Through Dec. 11, Dodging Shutdown Before Recess
Senate appropriators unveiled a bipartisan continuing resolution extending federal funding for 10 weeks, with a vote expected next week before the August recess.
Oil Falls on Iran Talks Optimism as Yen Jumps on Joint Intervention
President Trump's announcement of U.S.-Iran talks beginning Monday eased supply fears, pushing crude lower while coordinated intervention lifted the Japanese yen.
Macquarie Sees Oil Glut Risk as Iran Deal Pressure Mounts Before Midterms
Analysts say Washington faces a 100-day political window to de-escalate the Iran conflict, a move that could flood markets with sidelined crude.
Senate Moves to Block Saudi Nuclear Deal—$80 Billion in Contracts at Risk
A bipartisan push to kill the proposed U.S.-Saudi civilian nuclear pact threatens massive contracts for Westinghouse and Bechtel while reigniting non-proliferation fears.
Kean Jr. Works Phones for Crypto Bill, Shifting House Vote Count
The New Jersey Republican's sudden push for digital asset market structure legislation follows weeks of lobbying and campaign contributions from major crypto firms
Trump Rejects Iran Deal, Defense Stocks Rise as Gulf Allies Gain
President's 'no hurry' stance on Tehran negotiations maintains sanctions, boosting weapons contractors and Saudi energy leverage
Gabbard Aide Denies Federal Office Raid Reports as Political Attack
A spokesperson for Tulsi Gabbard called unconfirmed raid reports "false and politically motivated" as speculation spread in Washington
Trump Pushes Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Extension—Defense Stocks Drop
President Trump seeks a longer pause in hostilities, shifting billions in U.S. aid flows and hitting military contractors
State Department Revokes Passports Over Child Support Debt
Federal law allows passport denial for citizens owing more than $2,500 in child support, creating enforcement leverage for states
Political Gerrymandering Elevates Policy Risk, Demands Higher U.S. Term Premiums
Analysis by Reuters indicates over 90 percent of Americans live in politically uncompetitive districts, a structural issue demanding increased compensation from fixed income investors for policy uncertainty.
Iran Vote Exposes Deep GOP Divide, Shakes Defense Lobby's Hold
A contentious congressional vote on U.S. involvement with Iran fractured Republican unity, signaling a significant shift in Washington's defense spending and foreign policy priorities.
Allies Pressure U.S. on Trade as Envoy Cites Global Stakes
A top Canadian diplomat voiced international concerns over potential U.S. protectionist policies, signaling anxieties among allies about Washington's commitment to global economic integration and its ripple effects on financial markets.