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Associated Press

Idaho Firefighters Attacked

A gunman in northern Idaho deliberately set a wildfire and then ambushed responding firefighters with sniper fire, killing two and injuring another before being found dead, in what officials called a targeted and intentional attack.

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The News & Observer

Tillis Won't Seek Reelection

Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending a decade-long Senate career marked by occasional breaks with his party and a recent clash with President Trump over a key legislative bill.

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CNN

UN: Iran Can Enrich Uranium Soon

Rafael Grossi, head of the UN nuclear watchdog, warned that Iran could resume uranium enrichment within months, casting doubt on Trump’s claims that U.S. strikes had dismantled Tehran’s nuclear capabilities for decades.

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New York Post

2 Shot Near Stonewall Inn After Pride

Two teenagers were shot near the historic LGBTQ Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village following NYC's Pride parade, leaving one in critical condition, as police investigate the motive of the incident and search for suspects.

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The Hill

Mamdani: There Should Be No Billionaires

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, fresh off his surprise Democratic primary victory, said on “Meet the Press” that he doesn’t believe billionaires should exist in a city so deeply marked by poverty and inequality.

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The Washington Post

Intercepted Iran Calls Disputed

Intercepted communications between Iranian officials suggest that President Trump’s recent strike on Iran’s nuclear program caused less damage than anticipated, contradicting the administration’s claims of total destruction.

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The Times of Israel

Trump Slams Israel's Prosecutors

President Donald Trump has repeatedly demanded for an end to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s corruption trial, calling it a “witch hunt” and warning that continued prosecution could jeopardize U.S. support for Israel.

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Axios

Gen Z and Millennials Push Into Politics

As America's leadership grows older, a wave of Gen Z and millennial candidates, like 33-year-old NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, is rising to reshape politics with digital savvy, progressive platforms, and calls for generational change.

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NPR

Trump's New Citizenship Data Tool

The Trump administration has created a first-ever searchable national citizenship data system to help state and local election officials verify voter eligibility, sparking privacy concerns due to its rapid rollout without public oversight.

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The Hill

Warning for Trump With Independents

President Trump is facing warning signs as his approval rating among independent voters hits new lows, largely driven by dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy, posing challenges for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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CNN

Race To Meet Trump's Deadline

The Senate continues intense debate and a looming “vote-a-rama” on Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, as GOP leaders work to secure support from hesitant Republicans concerned about Medicaid cuts and other provisions ahead of a July 4 signing deadline.

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CBS News

Warner: Bill Is "Albatross" for GOP

Virginia Democratic Senator Mark Warner warned that President Trump’s sweeping tax bill, which includes significant cuts to social safety nets and is projected to increase the national debt by trillions, will become a “political albatross” for Republicans.

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ABC News

Musk Criticizes Trump's Megabill

Elon Musk sharply renewed his criticism of the Big Beautiful Bill, warning it would destroy millions of jobs, harm emerging industries, and become “political suicide” for Republicans as Senate leaders scrambled to pass it before July 4.

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The Wall Street Journal

At What Income Level Are You Rich?

Despite earning incomes in the top 10%, many affluent Americans, like the Myers and Fichter families, find that $250,000 or more no longer guarantees financial comfort or the ability to easily cover major expenses like college tuition.

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NBC News

Mamdani Avoids Condemning Phrase

Zohran Mamdani declined to condemn the phrase "globalize the intifada," responding “that's not language that I use”, and arguing that mayors should not "police speech" while emphasizing his commitment to universal human rights and combating hate crimes.

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The Daily Beast

Postcard for Socialism

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s extravagant $50 million Venetian wedding, broadcast lavishly on social media amid rising inequality and populist backlash, has unintentionally become a vivid symbol—and rallying cry—for socialism and wealth redistribution.

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Mediaite

Trump Threatens NYC Funds

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from New York City if mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani—or any future mayor—doesn’t “do the right thing” and “behave themselves” while in office.

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NBC Philadelphia

1 Dead, 2 Hurt in Philly Blast

A suspected explosion and fire caused the collapse of three rowhomes in Philadelphia’s Nicetown neighborhood early Sunday, resulting in one death and two women hospitalized, while nearby residents assess damage and authorities investigate.

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KTLA

LeBron Stays With Lakers

LeBron James, entering his 22nd NBA season at 40, is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers for at least one more season, opting into his $52.6 million player option to chase another title alongside Luka Dončić—and play another year with his son Bronny.

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The Atlantic

Liberal Misinformation Bubble

Helen Lewis argues that many liberals have embraced emotionally charged but unsubstantiated claims about youth gender medicine, overlooking weak evidence and internal dissent among experts in favor of ideological consensus.

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