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Friday, April 17, 2026 · Nassau County
Trump says Iran has agreed to UN nuclear inspections
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Iran agreed to allow United Nations nuclear inspectors access to its atomic sites, though he offered no specific timeline for when such inspections would occur.
Newsom Proposes National Wealth Tax and AI Ownership Plan
Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed a national wealth tax and a plan to give Americans ownership stakes in artificial intelligence companies. The proposals follow a California wealth tax that courts blocked.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Nonprofit Convenes States and Companies to Address AI Job Displacement
A new nonprofit organization has launched with backing from both political parties to help states, businesses and workers prepare for potential job losses tied to artificial intelligence adoption. The group plans to coordinate between government, industry and AI firms.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court upholds Trump administration plan to end protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Trump administration may proceed with ending temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. The decision reverses lower court orders that had blocked the effort. About 1.3 million people across 17 countries currently hold the temporary protected status designation.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Government Workers Settle Lawsuits After Losing Jobs Over Online Posts
Several government and public institution employees secured settlements after their employers fired them for online posts. The cases highlight tensions between workplace conduct policies and free speech protections for public employees.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Prepares Rulings on Election Laws as New Cases Wait in Queue
The Supreme Court will announce opinions on Tuesday and Thursday this week, with 17 more decisions expected by early July. Meanwhile, the justices face petitions to review election laws in Arkansas, Texas, Arizona, and Pennsylvania.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Bolton Pleads Guilty to Retaining Classified Documents
John Bolton, who served as national security adviser under President Donald Trump, pleaded guilty Friday to illegally retaining classified information. The plea agreement may allow him to avoid prison time.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Federal agents visit woman over social media posts about immigration
In June, Department of Homeland Security agents visited Paigelynn Gonyea five months after she posted about immigration on social media. The agents said her posts had identified a federal agent and asked her to remove them. Gonyea has questioned the basis for the visit.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Pope Leo XIV calls for increased government funding to address global hunger
Pope Leo XIV has urged governments to allocate more resources toward combating hunger, citing reduced funding contributions from the United States and other countries. The pontiff's remarks highlighted the gap between humanitarian aid commitments and actual spending.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Three Senate Republicans Departing Congress
Three Senate Republicans who have drawn criticism from President Trump are departing Congress. Their exits come as the lawmakers face no further electoral constraints.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Rules Gun Ban for Marijuana Users Unconstitutionally Vague
The Supreme Court sided with a marijuana user who faced prosecution under a federal law prohibiting gun ownership for drug users, ruling the statute violates the Second Amendment and lacks sufficient clarity.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Trump, Iranian Leader Sign Preliminary Agreement to End War
President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding Wednesday aimed at ending the war between their nations. Pakistan's prime minister also signed the preliminary agreement.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Justices Have Long Mixed Politics With the Bench
Supreme Court justices have campaigned for candidates, delivered partisan speeches, and criticized sitting presidents throughout American history. Scholars note that the custom of judicial restraint rests on practice rather than formal rule.
Friday, April 17, 2026
U.S. Removes Port Restrictions on Iran as Negotiations Resume
The United States has lifted restrictions that prevented ships from entering and leaving Iranian ports and coastal waters. The move marks the start of a two-month negotiating period between the two nations.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Arizona prosecutors dismiss fake elector case, plan new grand jury presentation
Arizona prosecutors dismissed their fake elector case Thursday, marking the third state to drop such charges. The Democratic attorney general said she plans to present the case to a grand jury again.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Iranian forces attack cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iranian armed forces attacked a cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, causing the vessel to halt operations. The incident has renewed concerns about shipping safety in one of the world's most strategically important waterways.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Departing lawmakers may challenge Trump without fear of political retaliation
Congressional members who have announced their departures face fewer political constraints than those seeking reelection, potentially freeing them to oppose Trump administration policies without concern for voter backlash.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Overturns Gun Ban for Marijuana User, Cites Constitutional Concerns
The Supreme Court ruled that a federal law prohibiting gun ownership for marijuana users violates the Second Amendment and is too vague to enforce. The decision overturns a lower court conviction and could reshape how courts apply firearms restrictions.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Two men convicted of espionage for Chinese intelligence in UK
British authorities convicted two men of spying for Chinese intelligence services. One held a position with Border Force and exploited his access to government databases to gather information on political dissidents.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Rules on Immigration Protections, Gun Regulations and Product Liability
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued rulings permitting the Trump administration to end deportation protections for certain groups, invalidating a Hawaii gun restriction, and shielding Monsanto from liability claims related to its Roundup herbicide.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Trump Proposes Using Iranian Funds for U.S. Farm Purchases
President Trump has proposed that Iran use recently unfrozen funds to purchase American agricultural products. The proposal reflects administration interest in the farm sector during current geopolitical tensions.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court upholds Trump administration's termination of protected status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants
The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration may end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Haiti and Syria. The decision splits the nine justices along ideological lines over the scope of executive power to terminate the program.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Senate approves housing bill with backing from both parties
The Senate passed bipartisan housing legislation that would boost construction and restrict large investors from outbidding individual homebuyers. The bill now moves to the House for consideration.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Gives President Authority to End TPS for Syrian and Haitian Immigrants
The Supreme Court ruled that the president holds sole authority to end Temporary Protected Status protections for foreign nationals. The decision removes a legal pathway for immigrants from Syria and Haiti to challenge termination of the program in court.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump's Mail Voting Restrictions
A federal judge in Boston blocked portions of President Trump's executive order aimed at restricting mail-in voting. The Trump administration said it plans to appeal the ruling.
Friday, April 17, 2026
U.S. Designates ISIS Financial Network Spanning Europe, Middle East, Africa
The U.S. announced sanctions against three individuals and six entities operating across France, Syria, Turkey, and Nigeria that it says facilitated ISIS financial operations. The action targets cryptocurrency transfers, explosives information sharing, and money exchange businesses used by the group.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Vance Claims Iran Agreed to Nuclear Inspections; Tehran Disputes Account
Vice President JD Vance said Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspections similar to those conducted under the Obama-era nuclear deal. Iranian state media immediately disputed the characterization of the agreement.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Democratic Socialist Victories Prompt Discussion Among Democrats Ahead of Midterms
A series of election victories by democratic socialist candidates has prompted a reevaluation of strategies within the Democratic Party. As midterm elections approach, party members are considering how these results impact their path to congressional majority.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Supreme Court Rules on Birthright Citizenship Executive Order
The Supreme Court delivered a unanimous ruling yesterday in the case of Trump v. Barbara. The decision rejected Executive Order 14160, an action by former President Donald Trump that sought to end birthright citizenship. The Court's opinion referenced the Constitution as the basis for its judgment.
Friday, April 17, 2026
E. Jean Carroll Seeks Payment Following Jury Verdict
E. Jean Carroll, an advice columnist, asked a judge to order former President Donald Trump to pay her $5 million. This request follows a jury verdict where Trump was found to have sexually abused her and later defamed her.
Friday, April 17, 2026