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The Department of Homeland Security has paused plans to convert warehouses into detention centers across the US, following legal challenges and community opposition. Several projects, including in Utah and Maryland, are under review as the department considers future steps amid ongoing disputes.
Measles outbreaks have ended in parts of the U.S. after a surge in vaccination efforts, but national numbers remain high and vaccination coverage has not reached the 95% threshold. Authorities warn the elimination status remains at risk amid rising cases and policy shifts affecting vaccine confidence.
The SAVE America Act has become a central GOP priority as midterms approach. POLITICO polling shows core provisions have some support, notably voter-ID requirements, but overall enthusiasm for the sweeping elections bill remains limited and partisan divides are sharpening ahead of voting.
Georgia is holding its primary vote, shaping the battleground for the November midterms. Incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff faces a crowded Republican field in the U.S. Senate race, while Democrats push for a gubernatorial win. Key issues include affordability, election administration, and gerrymandering.
The House and Senate have moved to constrain or scrutinize the Iran war effort. The Senate has rejected an approach to force U.S. troop withdrawal without congressional approval, while the House has approved a parallel measure. Lawmakers are pressing for clearer authorization as negotiations with Iran continue, and officials warn that the ceasefire is fragile.