Nixon back in headlines as Watergate echoes loom; 37th U.S. president (1969–74) who quit amid scandal and reshaped presidential power.
The Education Department has implemented major changes to federal student lending tied to the "One Big Beautiful Bill". The SAVE repayment plan has ended for roughly 7.5 million enrollees, new repayment options and temporary autopay rate cuts begin July 1, and graduate and Parent PLUS borrowing caps have been imposed while courts and agencies dispute which degrees qualify for higher limits.
Whey protein, once a byproduct of cheese making, has become a hot commodity as demand for protein grows amid weight‑loss drug uptake and broader consumer interest. Inventories are falling and prices have risen, while producers race to expand capacity to meet rising demand.
The Supreme Court has upheld the Federal Reserve’s independence by ruling that a Fed governor cannot be fired without cause, while allowing presidents to remove heads of most other independent agencies for any reason. The decision preserves monetary policy insulation but expands presidential power over other agencies, in a split ruling that also carves out a Fed-specific exception.
On April 6, 2026, NASA's Artemis II mission flew four astronauts—three Americans and one Canadian—around the Moon, reaching within 4,067 miles of its surface. The crew captured high-resolution images, including Earthrise and a total solar eclipse, transmitted back to Earth via an optical link. The mission tests Orion spacecraft systems ahead of planned lunar landings and aims to establish a sustainable Moon presence.
The Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial is being coated with an American-flag blue industrial-grade surface as part of a cost-saving renovation. Officials say the project is underway and aims to fix leaks and improve the pool’s appearance in time for national celebrations, with costs widely discussed.
The Cuban War Powers debate continues as Republicans back the president’s approach while Democrats push Congress to restrict unilateral military action. A Senate vote dismissed the Cuba measure, while administration rhetoric signals a broader push across Latin America.
Public lands policy moves under renewed scrutiny as the administration signals potential changes to long-standing access rules, with Senators and regulators weighing the impacts on conservation, recreation and energy development.
The White House has hosted UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn, a seven-bout card timed to President Trump’s 80th birthday and the US semiquincentennial. The event has drawn legal challenges, cost estimates above $60m and criticism that it blurs public property, private sponsors and presidential interests while thousands watched on the Mall and 4,000 attended on the lawn.
The Obama Presidential Center has opened on Chicago’s South Side with a star-studded dedication ceremony and performances. Four living former presidents attended the invite-only event; President Donald Trump did not. The $850 million, 19-acre campus will open to the public on Juneteenth and will house a museum, public library branch, athletic facilities and public spaces.
Developments from Haberman and Swan's Regime Change reveal ongoing clashes over Rose Garden redesigns and other White House decor, with staffers caught between two Trumps as Melania and Donald pursue starkly different visions. The book also details Musk’s overnight stays and other high-profile interruptions to White House life.
Alan Greenspan has died at age 100 from complications of Parkinson's disease, his wife Andrea Mitchell has said. Greenspan has led the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006, presiding over long US growth and market rallies while later facing criticism for policies linked to the 2007–09 financial crisis.
The Guardian pieces recall John Sterling’s decades behind the mic and Mike Vaccaro’s new book on the Steinbrenner dynasty, detailing the highs and clashes that shaped the Yankees’ era of dominance. The obituaries and interviews emphasize Sterling’s iconic calls and Steinbrenner’s combative leadership, framing a lasting NYC baseball narrative.
Courts have blocked the Trump-era PSLF eligibility changes, preserving borrowers’ access to loan forgiveness for government and nonprofit workers. Rulings come as lawsuits argue the Education Department exceeded its authority and violated First Amendment protections.
Vance has described Richard Nixon in favorable terms while promoting his new book, drawing parallels between Nixon and Donald Trump and invoking the deep-state narrative. He has said Nixon is enjoying a renaissance as he weighs a 2028 bid.
The Guardian and other outlets report that Vice-President JD Vance has claimed the US holds all the cards in its Iran negotiations, saying outcomes will favor the US either way. Centcom confirms further strikes on Iranian targets in response to continued aggression against shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. A federal appeals court has rejected the EPA’s bid to roll back soot pollution rules. The coverage spans reactions in politics, diplomacy, and domestic policy.
The Supreme Court has upheld Mississippi’s policy to count mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day but received up to five days later. The ruling preserves state flexibility on ballot receipt timing and shields thousands of ballots, including those from military voters, from being discarded. Justices Barrett writes for the majority; Alito dissents.