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Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · Saint Anthony
Trump directs Justice Department to investigate oil companies over gas prices
President Donald Trump instructed the Justice Department on Wednesday to investigate oil companies, saying they have not reduced gas prices at the pump in line with falling crude oil costs.
U.S. and Iran Trade Accusations as Diplomatic Framework Strains
President Trump accused Iran of breaching a framework agreement between the two countries, prompting Iranian officials to threaten an end to negotiations. The exchange reflects deepening tensions as violence continues between Israel and Hezbollah.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Using Social Security Database for Voter Rolls
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from accessing a database containing Americans' Social Security numbers and citizenship status to screen voter rolls. The decision prevents the government from using the federal database for voter purge operations.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Trump highlights economic record during Pennsylvania plant visit
President Trump visited a Mack Trucks plant in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, where he focused his remarks on economic accomplishments from his previous time in office rather than outlining future policy proposals.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Federal Judge Rules Trump Administration's Voter Verification System Unlawful
A federal judge found the Trump administration's SAVE voter verification system unlawful. The tool has already processed information on tens of millions of voters.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Executive Order on Voter List
A federal judge halted an executive order President Trump signed to create a federal voter list. The decision represents the second court ruling against the administration's election oversight measures in as many days.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Trump to Meet Senate Republicans as Congress Advances Housing Bill
President Trump will meet with Senate Republicans on Wednesday as Congress moves forward with its largest housing affordability package in decades. The developments come as Democrats evaluate results from a New York primary election.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Trump's Endorsement Pattern Shifts to Earlier Races in Republican Districts
An analysis of more than 1,000 Trump endorsements across House, Senate and gubernatorial races over the past decade reveals the former president has changed when and where he throws his support. Trump now endorses candidates earlier in the election cycle and increasingly in races where Republicans hold significant advantages.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Senate approves resolution directing halt to Iran military action
The Senate passed a war powers resolution on Iran for the first time, signaling bipartisan concern about military escalation. The measure carries symbolic weight but lacks the legal force to independently halt operations.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
U.S. Military Releases Video of Recent Strikes on Iran
The U.S. military released video footage of its recent strikes against Iran, which the Central Command characterized as a direct response to an Iranian attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Trump Signs Iran War Agreement, Defers Broader Policy Disputes
President Donald Trump signed an agreement to end the war with Iran during a summit in Versailles, marking a shift in his administration's approach to the longtime adversary. The accord sidesteps several contentious issues that Trump's team plans to address later.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026