American politician, U.S. representative for New York’s 3rd district since 2024
The FCC has ordered early license reviews for eight ABC stations, prompting ABC to accuse the agency of retaliating for politically unpopular content and urging broadcasters to uphold public-interest obligations. Former commissioners, civil‑liberties groups and advocacy organisations have filed opposing arguments; conservative groups warn the move could set a dangerous precedent for future administrations.
The NYT reports a recent meeting between Jared Kushner and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries in New York discusses housing, immigration and affordability as Democrats eye potential gains in November. Jeffries says the affordability crisis is not a hoax and Democrats will deliver transformational change, while Republicans push back and warn against overreaching. If Democrats win, they plan a robust oversight agenda.
President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of both chambers in the November midterms. The White House has released only a short fact sheet; Republicans, legal experts and budget analysts have questioned the plan’s legality, its roughly $1.2–1.4 trillion cost and how the payments would be funded or authorised without Congress.
Kamran Hekmati, a 71-year-old Iranian-American jeweler detained in Iran since May 2025, has been released from Evin Prison but remains barred from leaving the country due to an exit travel ban. The release follows Iranian authorities’ handling of the case amid mounting calls from U.S. officials and human rights groups.
A wave of letters containing a white powder has prompted evacuations and security warnings across multiple states and congressional offices ahead of the 2026 midterms. Federal agencies are investigating, with testing showing no hazardous material so far. Authorities say more than 100 letters may be circulating.