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07/26/2026 · Bernalillo County
U.S. Conducts Third Night of Strikes in Iran
United States forces carried out a third consecutive night of strikes in Iran. This action occurred after the U.S. reinstated a naval blockade of Iranian ports and introduced proposed new fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Immigration Court Leadership Changes Noted by Judges' Association
The Trump administration has dismissed additional immigration judges as it continues efforts to reorganize the court system overseeing deportations. Immigration judges operate under the Department of Justice, a branch of the executive administration. The president of the National Association of Immigration Judges commented on the developments.
07/26/2026
Supreme Court Prepares to Issue Key Decisions by Term's End
The Supreme Court will deliver several significant rulings before the conclusion of its 2026 term. These decisions include cases concerning birthright citizenship and the President's power to dismiss Federal Reserve governors.
07/26/2026
Trump Administration Modifies Gun Regulations
The Trump administration has begun making alterations to existing gun regulations. These actions follow President Trump's campaign commitments regarding Second Amendment rights. The modifications aim to change rules established to enhance public safety.
07/26/2026
Democrats Develop 'Project 2029' Addressing Consumer Grievances
Democrats are formulating 'Project 2029,' a governmental blueprint with a component focused on consumer annoyances. This initiative targets problems such as unsolicited calls, prolonged customer service waits, and undisclosed charges.
07/26/2026
NATO Leaders Convene Amidst Alliance Spending Discussions
President Trump plans to attend a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. The meeting occurs after a year where the president has questioned the utility of the alliance and European countries' sovereignty. Reporter Nick Schifrin covers the event from Ankara.
07/26/2026
Supreme Court Allows Texas to Enforce App Age Verification Law
The U.S. Supreme Court has permitted Texas to enforce a state law requiring app stores to verify buyers' ages and obtain parental consent for minors downloading applications or making in-app purchases. The decision overturns lower court orders that had blocked the law's implementation. Challengers argued the law violates First Amendment rights.
07/26/2026
Supreme Court Allows Texas App Restrictions for Minors to Proceed
The Supreme Court has permitted Texas to implement its App Store Accountability Act. This law mandates parental permission for minors downloading most applications. Legal challenges against the statute are ongoing in lower courts.
07/26/2026
Individual Sues DHS, Alleging Rights Violation After ICE Visit Over Email
An individual has filed a lawsuit against Department of Homeland Security officials, claiming federal agents visited his residence after he sent an email criticizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The complaint alleges the visit represents a violation of First Amendment rights.
07/26/2026
Speaker Calls for Changes to Birthright Citizenship
The House Speaker advocated for congressional action to modify birthright citizenship rules. This proposal centers on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause. The Supreme Court previously upheld birthright citizenship.
07/26/2026
China's Xi Calls for Global AI Collaboration Amid Tech Restrictions
Chinese President Xi Jinping advocated for increased global cooperation in artificial intelligence development. His remarks coincided with American-led restrictions impacting China's access to advanced technology, intensifying the technological competition between the two nations.
07/26/2026
Supreme Court Justices Address Security Concerns Before House Committee
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett recently spoke with the House Appropriations Committee. They discussed security funding and other needs for the court. The justices addressed lawmakers on Tuesday.
07/26/2026
U.S. Aid to Israel Prompts Diverse Votes in House
A recent House vote on U.S. military funding for Israel revealed varied stances among lawmakers. Over half of House Democrats voted to end the funding, while a separate provision for U.S.-Israel cooperation also elicited differing perspectives.
07/26/2026
Trump Alleges Chinese Interference in 2020 Election, Ahead of Midterms
Former President Donald Trump asserted China interfered in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. China's government dismissed these claims. U.S. Democrats stated Trump's remarks aimed to destabilize upcoming elections.
07/26/2026
U.S. Targets Iranian Infrastructure Near Key Strait
United States military forces attacked bridges and other infrastructure in southern Iran late Thursday and early Friday. These actions concluded a week of U.S. strikes. The campaign aimed to increase pressure on Tehran concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
07/26/2026
Supreme Court Asked to Re-examine Protections for Venezuelan and Haitian Nationals
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to direct a lower court to re-evaluate its decision regarding Temporary Protected Status for individuals from Venezuela and Haiti. This request follows a recent Supreme Court ruling on judicial review limits for TPS designations. The case involves challenges to decisions to end these protections.
07/26/2026
Trump Addresses Election Security Concerns in Primetime
Former President Donald Trump used a primetime address to discuss perceived vulnerabilities in U.S. election systems. He outlined claims of widespread issues and called for specific changes to voting procedures.
07/26/2026
Paper Ballots Cited in Mitigating Digital Election Manipulation Concerns
NBC News' Jane Timm analyzed claims regarding digital manipulation of U.S. election ballot results. She focused on the role of paper ballots in election security. The analysis followed statements from former President Trump about declassifying election-related documents.
07/26/2026
Trump Addresses 2020 Election in Upcoming Speech
Former President Donald Trump plans to address the 2020 presidential election in an upcoming speech. He is expected to introduce new allegations of foreign interference related to the election outcome. This marks a continuation of his previous statements regarding the 2020 vote.
07/26/2026