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Israeli intelligence has told U.S. officials about a reportedly "specific" Iranian plan to assassinate President Donald Trump, U.S. outlets have reported. The Secret Service has urged a mid‑trip swap from the newly gifted Qatari 747 to an older Air Force One jet, and federal subpoenas have been served on New York Times reporters in a leak probe.
The New York Times reports federal subpoenas compel reporters to testify before a Manhattan grand jury, amid tensions over press freedom and Trump’s use of government power. Subpoenas are described as an escalation in efforts to scrutinize leaks and force testimony, with the DOJ insisting reporters are not targets. The event follows Trump’s NATO-related travel and remarks about security risks.
David Varela, a US Navy Reservist, has been detained in Hong Kong after fleeing the US to avoid charges related to the death of his wife, Lina Guerra Echavarria, whose body was found in a freezer in Norfolk. The case has prompted international extradition efforts and ongoing investigations into her death.
Shamim Mafi, an Iranian national and US permanent resident, has been held without bail in Los Angeles for allegedly brokering Iranian drones, bombs, and ammunition sales to Sudan. She faces up to 20 years in prison. Mafi reportedly operated through an Oman-registered company and maintained close ties with Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security while facilitating arms deals fueling Sudan's civil war.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office has indicted 43 individuals tied to the Mexican Mafia in a sweeping operation across Orange County, with cases spanning murder, kidnapping, extortion and drug trafficking. Authorities have seized firearms, cash and narcotics as part of the ongoing effort to disrupt the gang’s reach from prisons to the streets.
A man attempted to force entry into a Toronto synagogue during Shabbat, punching a father. The following day, a window was broken at a Jewish shop. Police are investigating, and recent antisemitic incidents have increased community fears amid a pattern of violence targeting Jewish sites across Canada.
Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke has been indicted on charges including unlawful use of confidential information, theft, and fraud after prosecutors say he placed bets on Maduro-related events on Polymarket, profiting more than $400,000 during Operation Absolute Resolve. The indictment links the trading to classified information and to efforts to conceal proceeds.
As of April 24, 2026, Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke has been charged with multiple felonies for using classified information from a US military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to place bets on Polymarket. He has reportedly profited over $400,000 and faces up to 60 years in prison. Authorities have highlighted the breach of trust and ongoing investigations.
The number of missing or dead scientists has grown to at least 12, with FBI and congressional investigations underway. Experts caution against drawing connections amid online speculation, while lawmakers and officials review potential links and motives behind the cases.
The Independent reports that Cole Tomas Allen, 31, has been charged with attempted assassination of a president during the Washington, D.C. White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Prosecutors say he fired a shotgun toward a Secret Service officer amid the security disruption; a agent wore a ballistic vest and survived. Allen has agreed to remain in custody as he awaits trial. Prosecutors allege he took a self-portrait minutes before the attack and left messages signaling grievances over Trump administration actions.
The U.S. attorney’s office for New Jersey has charged four noncitizens who registered and voted in federal elections between 2020 and 2024, then submitted naturalization applications claiming they had never voted. Prosecutors say each participated in at least one federal election and misrepresented their status in naturalization filings.
President Trump has completed a two‑day state visit to Beijing with US business chiefs, holding talks with Xi Jinping on trade, Taiwan, Iran and AI. Leaders have agreed to set up trade and investment councils; Trump has touted unspecified "fantastic" deals including a reported 200‑plane Boeing order while Chinese statements remain cautious.
Courts and lawmakers are negotiating mid-decade redistricting amid a Supreme Court ruling that weakens the Voting Rights Act. Alabama and Florida are among states revisiting congressional maps, with August special primaries and a looming federal review of district lines.
The investigation into former CIA director John Brennan has gained momentum, with FBI agents interviewing current and former CIA officers about Brennan’s role in producing a 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment that referenced the Steele dossier. Prosecutors are examining whether Brennan gave false testimony to Congress and how the dossier influenced the report.
Trump has arrived in Beijing with a tech-focused delegation for talks with Xi Jinping. Ratner accompanies the trip to scout for Rush Hour 4 filming locations, while executives from major tech firms are present. The discussions centre on trade, Iran, and Taiwan, with some hints about potential film projects pending outcomes.
Embattled Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has prompted a push by two supervisors to vacate the office if he does not resign by a Tuesday deadline. The dispute centers on alleged false testimony about his law enforcement record and a past suspension in El Paso, with supporters saying the records are irrelevant to his duties.
Since mid-May 2026, Republican-led Southern legislatures have been moving to redraw U.S. House maps after a Supreme Court ruling weakened parts of the Voting Rights Act. Federal judges in Alabama have blocked a new map, South Carolina lawmakers have stalled a Trump-backed redistricting push, and Tennessee and Louisiana have enacted plans that would dilute Black-majority districts.
Gunfire near the White House has prompted a security lockdown as responders have engaged a suspect. A bystander has been wounded and the suspect has been killed by law enforcement. President Trump has not been reported harmed and remains at the White House. Journalists on scene have described a chaotic scene and accounts indicate multiple gunshots.
The FBI has fired several analysts linked to the 2023 Richmond memo amid a broader personnel purge under Director Kash Patel, amid congressional criticism and ongoing debates over the bureau's actions during the Biden era.
Vance Boelter has pleaded guilty in federal court to murdering Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. A sentencing date has not been set; prosecutors say the Department will not seek the death penalty under a proposed plea agreement. Boelter was captured the day after the shootings in Green Isle.
The Guardian, Independent, and NY Post report that Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche to serve permanently as attorney general. Blanche, who has been acting AG since April, would require Senate confirmation. Reports describe his role in pursuing cases against Trump’s rivals and in high-profile DOJ actions, including a controversial fund related to Trump allies that was later axed.
President has endorsed both South Carolina runoff candidates in a bid to influence the outcome of the gubernatorial race as polls show a tight contest ahead of the June 23 runoff.
Administration officials are bracing for intensified scrutiny as Haberman and Swan’s Regime Change book recounts secret Situation Room discussions. Leaks and a Justice Department memo have intensified tensions within the White House over Epstein files and the Iran policy, with MAGA allies demanding full transparency.
Handala says it has had months of access to FBI FPV drone footage and suspects, claiming to have breached U.S. security for the World Cup; SITE disputes the authenticity of some evidence and notes a video was created for a separate surveillance project. The FBI is deploying drones to protect World Cup venues as cyber threats loom amid tensions with Iran.
Police are in a standoff with a suspect after a shooting near a Midland veterinary hospital. Authorities report multiple injuries and a confirmed fatality as the scene remains active this morning. Dozens of officers and armored units are on site, with hospital staff treating victims.
Recent mayoral runoff in Frisco, Texas, pits Mark Hill against Rod Vilhauer. Hill vows unity and business-friendly governance, while Vilhauer pushes hard-right rhetoric, including anti-Shariah statements. The race underscores the city’s demographic shifts and the tension between inclusive growth and cultural-political backlash.
Federal investigators have disrupted an alleged multi-state plot to attack the UFC event on the White House South Lawn. The FBI has arrested five people, identified about 23 participants in encrypted chats, and says the threat was uncovered on June 10, four days before the event that President Donald Trump attended.
The federal government has filed a civil lawsuit alleging that New York state officials and a vendor misrepresented transition plans for the Medicaid home-care program, CDPAP, prompting broader scrutiny of Medicaid spending and vendor practices. The case centers on allegations that a single company and state leaders manipulated the transition to consolidate payroll services for roughly 250,000 recipients.
A hospital shooting in Wilmington has been reported around 3:30 p.m. Local officials say the attack appears targeted and isolated. The second victim’s condition remains unclear as police search for a suspect who remains at large. Emergency operations were diverted to keep patients and staff safe while the lockdown was lifted late Tuesday night.
Authorities warn that fraud, waste and abuse in state programs are prompting federal action. A labor department letter to governors signals tighter oversight and potential funding consequences for states with weak controls.
Trump’s inner circle is described in a new book excerpt as Murdoch’s dinner remarks show a rare moment of warmth toward Rubio and caution toward Vance. The narrative draws a sharp line between old alliances and ongoing tensions, with White House aides worried about leaks from the Situation Room and the implications for the 2028 race.
President Donald Trump has unveiled a Qatari‑donated Boeing 747 that the Air Force has converted and repainted as a temporary Air Force One. The plane has completed flight testing, will serve as a "bridge" until purpose‑built VC‑25Bs arrive around 2028, and has drawn questions about cost, security and the ethics of accepting a foreign gift.
Federal investigators have determined that the ransom notes sent after Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance are not authentic. The notes reportedly claimed Nancy Guthrie died or demanded cryptocurrency payments. Savannah Guthrie has pleaded for information as the search continues.
A federal crackdown targets healthcare fraud across the United States. More than 450 defendants, including doctors, nurses and clinic owners, are charged in schemes that falsified records, billed for unrendered or unnecessary care, and laundered funds. Several defendants have faced seizures and high-value assets, with charges spanning Medicare and TRICARE programs.
Brennan has filed a federal lawsuit asserting that records must be preserved as part of a potential vindictive-prosecution defense if he faces future indictment. The suit names Donald Trump and top law-enforcement officials as defendants and argues that recent DOJ record-keeping changes threaten due-process rights.
On the Fourth of July, hundreds of members of the Patriot Front march through Washington, D.C., with uniforms and flags, prompting police monitoring. Reports from Reuters, The Times of Israel, Al Jazeera, Independent and The New York Post detail the group’s tactics, the crowd’s reactions, and ongoing safety measures.
Prosecutors have laid out their case against Tyler Robinson in a five-day preliminary hearing for the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The hearing is livestreamed; the judge will decide whether the case advances to trial, with the death penalty possible if convicted.