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Friday, July 17, 2026

Outrage after ICE agents tackle man at Las Vegas airport

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police found no outstanding warrants for the man.

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Lawmakers demand answers after ‘bombshell’ report of ICE officer shooting in Maine

The officer had a history of mental health issues and violent behavior, relatives say.

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Rep. Lauren Boebert’s Democratic challenger is banking on a giant money gap. Will that be enough to win race?

“History shows money alone rarely overcomes a 9-point partisan lean … without a perfect storm, like a national wave, a major scandal or a candidate collapse,” CSU professor Kyle Saunders said.

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Trump administration caps how long international students can stay in the US

Trump administration limits international student visas to four-year stays in new DHS rule.

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Ghost gun company ordered to pay $100M in the death of a Kentucky teen in historic verdict

A Kentucky jury awards $100 million against ghost gun company in teenager’s death.

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Blanche meets with Epstein accusers after demand from Republican senator crucial to confirmation

Without Tillis’ support, Blanche’s nomination can’t advance in the Senate.

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Trump administration races the clock to rebuild US tariff wall knocked down by Supreme Court

A July 24 deadline is approaching rapidly.