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Cruz Cantwell Co-author Bipartisan College Athletics Bill
Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell co-authored college athletics legislation during a committee hearing. Nick Saban cautioned economic strains are removing athletic programs from universities.
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DHS Ends In-Country Green Card Process
The Department of Homeland Security ends in-country adjustment of status for many green card applicants. Officials say the change combats fraud, but critics warn of family separations and economic harm.
Calvert Advances to General Election in California’s 40th District
Rep. Ken Calvert placed in the top two in California’s primary for the redrawn 40th Congressional District. He will face Republican Young Kim in November under the state’s top-two primary system.
Bessent Clarifies IRS Role After Term Expires
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he is performing IRS commissioner duties despite his acting term expiring. He stated the responsibilities flow to him as Treasury head when the commissioner role is vacant.
Supreme Court Splits Differently in Two Major Rulings
The Supreme Court issued two major rulings with contrasting judicial alignments. In one case, conservatives united to limit racial gerrymandering claims; in another, liberals joined conservatives to strike down Trump-era tariffs.
Judge Rules Federal Probationary Firings Unlawful
A federal judge ruled the firing of probationary federal employees unlawful after a survey showed widespread mental health impacts. The judge declined to order reinstatement, citing potential Supreme Court intervention.
Gallup Poll Shows Dip in U.S. Support for Same-Sex Marriage
A May 2026 Gallup poll finds U.S. support for same-sex marriage fell to 65% from 71% in 2022. The decline is driven by Republicans, while Democrats' and independents' views stayed stable.
Supreme Court Rules in 39 Cases This Term
The Supreme Court has issued rulings in 39 cases as of June 1, 2026. Twenty-six cases remain under deliberation by the Court.
Rubio Seeks Third Countries for Afghan Resettlement
Secretary of State Marco Rubio seeks third countries to resettle over 1,000 Afghan allies stranded in Qatar. He cites a U.S. entry ban under a 2025 Trump executive order.
Pentagon Appoints Jan. 6 Offender to Defense Role
The Pentagon appointed Elias Irizarry, who pleaded guilty to entering a restricted building during the January 6 Capitol riot, to a sensitive Defense Department office. Irizarry, now a Citadel graduate, expressed remorse in 2023 and was defended by Pentagon officials as a qualified appointee.
Rep. Gomez Confronts Ethics Probe For Misconduct Claims
Rep. Jimmy Gomez is under a House Ethics Committee investigation over sexual misconduct allegations. The probe began after a report said he kissed a younger staffer in 2023.
DHS Reverses Green Card Policy Change
The Department of Homeland Security reversed a policy that would have required most green card applicants in the U.S. to apply abroad. The policy had raised concerns about triggering reentry bans for those with expired visas.
Rubio Says Mojtaba Khamenei Increasingly Involved in Iranian Government
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified that Mojtaba Khamenei is increasingly engaged in Iran's government. He offered no details on the nature or extent of Mojtaba Khamenei’s role.
Supreme Court Rules in Three Capital Cases
The Supreme Court issued rulings in three death penalty cases in May and June 2026. It overturned Terry Pitchford’s sentence, allowed Edward Busby’s execution, and sent Gary Whitton’s claim back for review.
Thomas Becomes Second Longest-Serving Justice
Clarence Thomas surpassed Justice Stephen Field to become the second longest-serving Supreme Court justice. He has consistently challenged legal precedents he views as inconsistent with the Constitution’s original meaning.
Mullin Plans to Shift CBP Officers to ICE Facility
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced a plan to redeploy Customs and Border Protection officers from airports to an ICE facility in Newark. He said the move would be unnecessary if state and local law enforcement maintained security there.
Casar Proposes AI Tax Based on Tokens
Rep. Greg Casar proposed taxing AI outputs measured in tokens to fund job creation and retraining. The tax would target large corporations and apply higher rates to corporate AI users than individuals.
Trump Appoints Pulte as Acting Intelligence Director
President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence on June 2, 2026. Pulte currently leads the Federal Housing Finance Agency and will retain that role while serving in the intelligence post.
Blanche to Testify on Paused January 6 Fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will testify about the paused Anti-Weaponization Fund before Congress. He has said individuals who assaulted police would not be eligible for compensation.
Manhattan Institute Pushes Felony Protest Bills
The Manhattan Institute is promoting state legislation to reclassify minor protest offenses as felonies. Bills based on its model have advanced in Utah and Arizona.
AIEF Funds 78 Congressional Trips to Israel
The American Israel Education Foundation funded 78 congressional trips to Israel totaling over $4.2 million since October 2023. Trips included meetings with Israeli officials and visits to military sites and West Bank settlements.
32% of U.S. Voters Are 'Disillusioned,' Poll Finds
A May 2026 poll identifies 32% of registered voters as 'disillusioned,' believing the system favors the wealthy and harms the middle class. This group reports high financial stress, with 85% worried about their finances and many cutting essentials or using credit for groceries.
Appeals Court Vacates Mississippi Voting Rights Ruling
A federal appeals court vacated a 2025 ruling that Mississippi’s Supreme Court districts violated the Voting Rights Act. The decision followed the U.S. Supreme Court’s Callais ruling, which tightened the standard for proving voting discrimination.
Trump Administration Steps Up Citizenship Revocations
The Trump administration is increasing denaturalization cases targeting naturalized citizens accused of fraud or serious crimes. The Justice Department says 64 cases were filed in 16 months, exceeding Biden-era totals.