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Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Loganville
Trump Concludes G7 Summit as Iran Plan Remains Undisclosed
President Donald Trump wrapped talks with world leaders at the G7 summit in France, where discussions centered on his plan to resolve the U.S. conflict with Iran. The proposal has not been made public or shared with allies in Congress, leaving questions about its terms and costs.
Pentagon Chief Signals US Review of Military Presence in Europe
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States will review its military presence in Europe, continuing his criticism of NATO spending. The announcement follows a U.S. decision to reduce its role in a high-readiness alliance force.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
US and Iran Sign Initial Agreement; Comprehensive Deal Negotiations to Follow
The United States and Iran have signed an initial agreement that takes effect immediately, according to multiple news outlets. Officials indicate that negotiations on a more comprehensive final deal are now underway.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Senate Republicans Drop Iran War Powers Resolution After Trump Meeting
Senate Republicans abandoned a resolution that would have limited presidential war powers against Iran, reversing their earlier position after meeting with President Trump at the Capitol.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Artificial intelligence becomes flashpoint in midterm elections as industry factions spend millions
Tens of millions of dollars are flowing into midterm election races as different sectors of the artificial intelligence industry back opposing candidates and ballot measures. The spending reflects fundamental disagreements over how AI should be regulated and deployed.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Rules Against Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order
The Supreme Court struck down former President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. In a 6-3 decision, justices affirmed that the 14th Amendment confers citizenship on nearly all individuals born within U.S. borders. The ruling upholds lower court judgments regarding the executive order's conflict with constitutional provisions.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
House Republican Agenda Stalls Amidst Internal Disagreements
Divisions within the House Republican conference led to the defeat of a procedural vote. This action halted debate on significant legislation, including an election-related bill and defense spending.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Decides Cases on Birthright Citizenship, Tariffs, Presidential Authority
The Supreme Court concluded its term with rulings impacting significant areas of federal policy. Decisions covered birthright citizenship, the imposition of tariffs, and the extent of presidential authority. These rulings stem from a court composed of nine justices.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Upholds State Laws on Transgender Athletes in Girls' and Women's Sports
The Supreme Court on Tuesday affirmed state laws preventing transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's sports. The ruling impacts statutes across several states concerning athletic eligibility.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Prepares for Final Opinions of Term, Addresses Key Cases
The Supreme Court has designated today as its final opinion announcement day for the current term, with four cases yet to be decided. These cases involve birthright citizenship, transgender athlete participation, and campaign finance regulations. The Court previously issued rulings on executive authority, mail-in ballot counting, and cellphone location data.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Medicaid Waivers Support Independent Living for Disabled Americans
For decades, U.S. policy has supported disabled Americans living outside of institutions. Federal and state discussions on Medicaid funding could impact these long-standing programs.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
USPS Would Withhold Mail Ballots From States Without Voter Roll Data, Postmaster General Says
Postmaster General David Steiner testified before a Senate committee that the U.S. Postal Service would refuse to deliver mail ballots to states that do not provide federal officials with lists of voters who requested absentee ballots.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Most Kidney Transplant Candidates Never Make It to Waiting List, Study Finds
A national study presented at the American Transplant Congress found that most people referred for kidney transplants fail to progress through the evaluation process and reach the transplant waiting list.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Rubio Reassures Gulf States on Iran Deal, Says Security Guarantees Rest on Decades of Presence
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. commitment to Gulf state security stems from long-standing military relationships and troop deployments rather than new promises. Speaking in Kuwait, he defended the administration's negotiating approach with Iran while promising continued coordination with regional partners.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Social Media Ban Could Alter How Young People Learn and Everyone Accesses Information Online
A potential social media ban raises questions about how young people would access information and how broader internet use could shift. Advocates and critics offer competing views on the policy's reach.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Congress Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill; Both Parties Stake Claims to Victory
Congress has passed a housing package with backing from members of both parties, though lawmakers are already competing to characterize the measure as a win for their side. Some Republicans opposed the bill, while both Democrats and Republicans tout provisions that align with their policy goals.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Vance Departs for Switzerland Amid U.S.-Iran Talks as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Vice President JD Vance left Joint Base Andrews for Switzerland to participate in U.S.-Iran negotiations. The trip occurs as Israel conducts overnight strikes in southern Lebanon and Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz closed due to ceasefire violations.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Trump Conditions Housing Bill Signature on Separate SAVE Act Passage
President Trump said he will not sign a major housing bill unless Congress passes the SAVE Act first, a condition he announced as House Republican leaders promoted the housing measure at a press conference.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
U.S. proposes toll system for Strait of Hormuz; Iran cites Israeli strikes in Lebanon
The Trump administration proposed charging tolls on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz as part of negotiations with Iran, while Iranian officials attributed the waterway's closure to Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Federal Judge Makes Permanent a Block on Citizenship Voting Requirement
A federal judge in Boston made permanent a temporary block she issued a year ago against efforts to require proof of citizenship for voting. The order prevents the Trump administration from implementing the citizenship requirement.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Justice Department memo reexamines rules on institutional care for disabled Americans
A Justice Department memo has reinterpreted federal civil rights law governing care for people with disabilities, prompting disability advocates to question whether the government may shift policy away from community-based support toward institutional settings.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
U.S. and Iran to Hold Technical Talks in Switzerland Amid Regional Tensions
U.S. and Iranian delegations plan technical-level discussions in Switzerland on Sunday, according to Pakistan's foreign ministry. The talks come as Iran claims it has closed the Strait of Hormuz and fighting continues in Lebanon.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Trump, Vance defend Iran ceasefire extension against Republican skeptics
President Trump and Vice President Vance pushed back against critics of a ceasefire extension with Iran this week, defending the agreement even as Republican lawmakers raised concerns about its terms.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Pentagon Orders 60,000 Drones as Gauntlet II Testing Concludes
The Department of Defense plans to order 60,000 drones in September after completing the Gauntlet Phase II qualification testing. The expanded procurement reflects the military's assessment of evolving battlefield requirements.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Earthquakes Strike Venezuela; Supreme Court Rules on Asylum Denials
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday as rescue workers searched for missing people. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled the government can deny asylum applications at the border.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Trump Ties Housing Bill Signing to Election Reform Passage
President Trump said he will not sign a bipartisan housing bill unless Congress first passes election reform measures. The decision links two separate legislative priorities in the Republican-controlled Congress.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
United States, Iran Officials Hold Initial Peace Talks in Switzerland
Officials from the United States and Iran have begun face-to-face discussions in Switzerland. The talks occurred after ongoing combat in Lebanon and an Iranian claim regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Expands Trump's Immigration Authority as Earthquakes Hit Venezuela
The Supreme Court handed President Trump expanded authority over immigration policy in multiple rulings. Meanwhile, rescue teams in Venezuela search for survivors after earthquakes struck the country.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Trump Seeks Congressional Funding for Iran Military Operations
President Trump has asked Congress to appropriate billions of dollars for military operations related to Iran, though some members of his own party oppose the spending plan.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Trump Administration Pursues Election Policy Changes Ahead of Midterms
The Trump administration has advanced multiple proposals to alter how elections operate as the midterm vote approaches. State election administrators have disagreed with the administration's characterization of election security concerns.
Saturday, July 18, 2026