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Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · Caldwell
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.
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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Senate Democrats Question Trump-Affiliated Companies on IRS Settlement
Top Senate Democrats have requested information from companies linked to former President Donald Trump. Their inquiry focuses on a 2021 settlement reached with the IRS concerning disputed tax deductions. The lawmakers seek details about the agreement's terms and the negotiation process.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
U.S. and Iran Conduct Further Strikes Following Diplomatic Standoff
The United States and Iran have engaged in new military strikes. These actions mark the ninth consecutive day of U.S. bombing after peace talks concluded without an agreement on a memorandum concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
U.S. Soldier Dies in Iraq After Iranian Attack, One Injured
A U.S. soldier died in Iraq following an Iranian attack, with another soldier sustaining injuries, the U.S. military reported. This incident marks a further loss for American forces, coming one day after two soldiers were killed in Jordan.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Landowners Challenge Infrastructure for Data Center Power Needs
Expanding data center operations require new transmission lines, which often cross private land. Landowners are increasingly challenging these infrastructure developments. This trend highlights a growing conflict between utility expansion and property rights.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Two US Service Members Killed in Jordan
Two United States service members died Friday in Jordan during an attack involving ballistic missiles and drones, according to US Central Command. Authorities reported one additional service member remains missing. The command released this information on Saturday.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Supreme Court to Review Airplane Seizure Over Beer Transport
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving the seizure of an Alaska bush pilot's airplane. The pilot challenges the forfeiture, arguing it violates the Eighth Amendment's excessive fines clause after prosecutors sought the plane's seizure over a passenger's six-pack of beer.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026