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Marco Rubio launches campaign to dismantle International criminal court

July 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has started a campaign to shut down the International Criminal Court (ICC), saying it threatens US sovereignty by interfering with military and law enforcement. The US government plans to pressure other countries to reject the ICC and may use sanctions or travel bans against those that continue to support it.

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Marco Rubio called for dismantling the ICC, arguing it risks American sovereignty.
He warned US Border Patrol agents and officials could be prosecuted by international judges.
The State Department plans to pressure other nations to abandon the ICC.
Possible punishments include sanctions, travel bans, and visa restrictions for countries supporting ICC.
The ICC only investigates crimes in countries that have agreed to its jurisdiction; the US is not one of them.
Some experts say Rubio misrepresents the ICC's powers and that the court does not claim authority over the US.
President Trump declared a national emergency against the ICC and imposed sanctions on its officials in 2025.
The ICC is investigating alleged war crimes in Palestine and has issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders.

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Trump says to deliver 'speech to the nation' Thursday as Iran tensions escalate

July 13, 2026 • France24

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President Donald Trump announced he will give a televised speech to the nation on Thursday at 9 P.M. Eastern Time. This comes shortly after he said the U.S. will reimpose a naval blockade on Iran and charge a 20% fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.

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President Trump will speak to the nation on Thursday at 9 P.M. Eastern.
He did not say what the speech will be about.
Earlier the same day, Trump declared a U.S. naval blockade on Iran would be reimposed.
The U.S. plans to charge a 20% fee on ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil shipments.
This is happening because of increasing hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.
Trump’s last major public speech regarding Iran was on April 1, relating to the ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel.
The announcement was made on Trump’s social media platform called Truth Social.
The White House did not immediately provide further details about the upcoming speech.

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One of strictest US abortion bans could be overturned in November’s election

July 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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Idaho will have a ballot measure in November that could change its strict abortion ban. The measure would allow abortion until about 21 weeks of pregnancy and protect rights for abortion, contraception, and fertility treatment.

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Idaho currently bans abortion at all stages of pregnancy with few exceptions.
A group called Idahoans United for Women & Families collected over 100,000 signatures to get the measure on the ballot.
If passed, the law would allow abortion until fetal viability, around 21 weeks into pregnancy.
The change would make Idaho’s abortion law similar to how it was before the 2022 Supreme Court decision that let states ban abortion.
Idaho is one of six states with a total abortion ban that does not include exceptions for the health of the pregnant person.
The ban has led some doctors to leave Idaho due to legal risks when providing pregnancy care.
In 2023, Idaho made it a crime to help a minor get an abortion without parental consent.
Other states like Virginia, Nevada, and Missouri are also considering changes to abortion laws for the upcoming elections.

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Andy Burnham backs controversial asylum bill amid Labour dissent

July 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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Andy Burnham, a Labour MP and potential future leader, supported a new UK law aimed at tightening the asylum system and changing how appeals are handled, despite opposition from some Labour members. The law seeks to reduce people crossing the English Channel in small boats and speed up asylum decisions by replacing immigration judges with independent adjudicators.

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The asylum bill passed with 264 votes in favor and 90 against.
The bill focuses on reducing illegal Channel crossings and creating more safe and legal paths for asylum seekers.
Changes include limiting the use of a human rights rule (Article 8) that protects family life to reduce successful asylum appeals.
Immigration judges will be replaced by independent adjudicators to make the appeals process faster.
The Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, added amendments removing protections against deportation for some long-term convicted Commonwealth citizens.
Labour MPs showed division, with 14 opposing the bill, citing concerns about increased restrictions and expenses in the asylum system.
Conservatives felt the bill was not strict enough; an attempt to leave the European Convention on Human Rights was blocked.
The government claims they have increased arrests of smugglers, asylum decisions, and removals, while reducing asylum seekers in hotels.

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Rep. Chellie Pingree speaks out about ICE shooting in Maine

July 13, 2026 • CBS News

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A man was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Maine on Monday. Representative Chellie Pingree from Maine spoke about the incident on a news program.

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The shooting involved an ICE agent in Maine.
The man who was shot died as a result.
The incident happened on a Monday.
Representative Chellie Pingree represents Maine in Congress.
Pingree spoke publicly about the shooting on a news show called "The Daily Report."
The news was reported by CBS News.
ICE stands for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a U.S. agency that handles immigration enforcement.

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Lindsey Graham's career and influence on American politics

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina died on Saturday due to an aortic dissection and heart disease. He served over 30 years in Congress and was known for his work on foreign policy and support of President Trump.

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Lindsey Graham was a Republican senator from South Carolina.
He died from an aortic dissection, a serious condition involving the main artery, and cardiovascular disease.
Graham served more than 30 years in the U.S. Congress.
He was a leading voice on U.S. foreign policy issues.
Later in his career, he became one of President Donald Trump’s top allies.
His death was announced on a Saturday.
Lisa Desjardins, a congressional correspondent, reported on his life and influence.

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Susan Collins Faces Backlash After Deadly Maine ICE Shooting

July 13, 2026 • Newsweek

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Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine faced protests and criticism after a deadly shooting involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Biddeford, Maine. The incident has intensified the immigration debate and impacted the competitive Maine Senate race ahead of the November election.

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A fatal shooting linked to ICE occurred in Biddeford, Maine, with one person killed.
Maine State Police and the FBI are investigating the incident.
This is the second fatal shooting connected to ICE in less than a week.
Senator Collins responded by calling for a full and impartial investigation.
Democrats criticized Collins for supporting a bill that gave ICE $70 billion.
Protests took place outside Collins’ office, with calls to abolish ICE.
Collins has expressed support for legal immigrants but also for law enforcement against illegal activity.
The shooting and political controversies come amid challenges in Maine’s Senate race, including the withdrawal of the Democratic nominee over unrelated allegations.

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News Wrap: Judge says Trump's lawsuit against IRS filed for 'improper purpose'

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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A federal judge said President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against the IRS for a wrong reason. Meanwhile, Maine lawmakers want to investigate after ICE agents fatally shot a driver. Other news includes Ukraine and nine countries forming a group to guard Europe from Russian missiles, and a deadly fire in a Bangkok bar.

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A judge ruled that President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS was filed for an "improper purpose."
Maine lawmakers are seeking an investigation after ICE agents shot and killed a motorist.
Ukraine is working with nine other countries to protect Europe from Russian ballistic missiles.
A fire in a Bangkok bar caused the deaths of at least 27 people.
The news report covers several events happening in the U.S. and around the world.

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Who is Darline Graham Nordone, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Darline Graham Nordone has been appointed to finish the last months of her brother Senator Lindsey Graham’s term after his recent death. She has not held public office before but has supported her brother during his political career.

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Lindsey Graham, a U.S. Senator, died recently.
His sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was appointed to take over his Senate term.
Nordone will serve only the remaining few months of the term.
She has no previous experience holding public office.
Nordone has supported Senator Graham during his speeches and campaigns.
The appointment is to ensure the Senate seat is filled until the next election.

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Nolan Wells' family presses for transparent investigation into his death

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black teenager, disappeared during a Fourth of July trip with friends on a Mississippi Gulf Coast island. His body was found in the water days later, and his family is asking for a clear and open investigation into his death.

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Nolan Wells was 18 years old.
He went missing during a Fourth of July trip with three high school friends.
The trip took place on an island off the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Wells was the only person who did not return to the mainland.
His body was found in the water several days after he went missing.
The Wells family is demanding a transparent investigation.
Their attorney is Ben Crump, who is known for civil rights cases.

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Trump cuts nearly 3 million acres from 2 Utah national monuments

July 13, 2026 • Axios

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President Donald Trump reduced the size of two national monuments in southern Utah by nearly 3 million acres, cutting protections on most of the land in Grand Staircase-Escalante and Bears Ears. This action reverses changes made by the Biden administration and aims to open the land for more mining and drilling activities.

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The reductions remove protections from over 90% of each monument’s area.
Grand Staircase-Escalante will lose about 1.7 million acres from its total of 1.87 million acres.
Bears Ears will shrink from 1.36 million acres to about 121,000 acres.
These cuts are more severe than those made by President Trump in 2017 and follow the Biden administration’s restoration of the original boundaries in 2021.
The changes are intended to increase access for mining, drilling, and other resource extraction efforts.
Some lands taken out of the monuments remain protected under other federal designations like Wilderness Study Areas, but those protections may be reviewed.
The Antiquities Act allows presidents to create national monuments, but there is debate over whether they can also reduce or remove protections without Congress.
Legal challenges over the monument boundaries are ongoing in federal courts, involving both state and tribal interests.

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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Lindsey Graham's passing

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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The article discusses recent political developments following Senator Lindsey Graham's death. It covers the effects of his passing on South Carolina and the U.S. Senate, Senator Mitch McConnell's health status, and Democrats' efforts to find a replacement for Graham Platner in Maine's Senate race.

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Senator Lindsey Graham has passed away.
Graham's death affects South Carolina and the balance in the U.S. Senate.
Senator Mitch McConnell's health is currently a topic of discussion.
Democrats are searching for a new candidate to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race.
Political analysts Tamara Keith and Amy Walter discuss these issues on NPR.
The conversation is hosted by Geoff Bennett.

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Latest on Sen. Mitch McConnell's health update

July 13, 2026 • CBS News

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Senator Mitch McConnell shared information about his health recently after many people asked about it. The update was given over the weekend to address concerns.

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Senator Mitch McConnell provided a health update.
The update happened over the weekend.
There were earlier questions about his well-being.
CBS News reported on the update through reporter Taurean Small.
The report was available on the CBS News app and website.

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Backed by Trump, Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline will replace him in Senate

July 13, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to replace her late brother, Senator Lindsey Graham, in the U.S. Senate. President Donald Trump supported this choice, and Nordone will serve until the end of the current term on January 3.

Key Facts

Darline Graham Nordone is Lindsey Graham’s sister and was chosen to fill his Senate seat after his death.
Governor Henry McMaster made the appointment to keep the Senate Republican majority of 53 seats.
Nordone leads the South Carolina Commission for the Blind and has no prior political office experience.
President Donald Trump publicly recommended Nordone for the Senate seat.
Nordone has appeared in campaign events with her brother and plans to continue his policy efforts.
Lindsey Graham died on Saturday at age 71; he had no spouse or children.
Republicans will hold primary elections next month to pick a candidate to run for the full Senate term.
The Republican nominee will compete against Democrat Annie Andrews in the upcoming election.

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Nine deaths tied to Trump’s immigration enforcement operations in US

July 13, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Since President Donald Trump took office again, at least nine people have died during immigration enforcement actions in the United States. Some official reports on these deaths have been questioned by witnesses, families, and video evidence.

Key Facts

A motorist was shot and killed by an immigration agent in Biddeford, Maine, on July 13 during an attempted arrest.
Authorities said the motorist used his vehicle to threaten officers, but some witnesses disagreed with this description.
In Houston, Texas, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, working toward legal status, was shot during a raid after being accused of trying to run over an agent.
Family and immigrant groups have called for independent investigations into these shootings.
Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen, died after being shot during a traffic stop in South Padre Island, Texas; family members dispute officials' versions of the event.
Video evidence in some cases does not match the accounts given by federal agents.
Mexico plans to request criminal investigations into deaths of its citizens during U.S. immigration enforcement actions.
The FBI and state police are involved in investigating some of these incidents.

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7/13: CBS Evening News

July 13, 2026 • CBS News

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A man was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Maine, and lawmakers say the man was not the subject of a warrant. Also, Lindsey Graham’s sister has been chosen to fill a U.S. Senate seat.

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An ICE agent shot and killed a man in Maine.
Lawmakers state the man was not the target of a warrant.
The shooting incident is under scrutiny.
Lindsey Graham’s sister has been selected to take over a Senate seat.
The news was reported on the CBS Evening News broadcast on July 13.
CBS News provided coverage through their app and website.

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Trump reduces the size of 2 national monuments in Utah as Republicans reshape land management

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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President Donald Trump made two national monuments in Utah smaller. These lands are important to Native Americans and have protected natural and cultural sites, as well as resources like coal and uranium.

Key Facts

President Trump reduced the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah.
These areas include ancient cliff dwellings and petroglyphs, which are historic rock carvings.
The land is sacred to many Native American groups.
The monuments also have coal and uranium deposits.
Utah state officials want access to these mineral resources for development.
The previous protections were set by former presidents to conserve the land.
This change is part of a broader shift by Republicans in how public lands are managed.

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WATCH LIVE: Fed chair Kevin Warsh testifies on monetary policy in House hearing

July 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is testifying before the House Financial Services Committee about the U.S. economy and inflation. The Federal Reserve officials have different views on whether inflation will stay high or go down after the conflict in Iran ends.

Key Facts

Kevin Warsh is the new Chair of the Federal Reserve.
He is testifying on July 14 before the House Financial Services Committee.
The Federal Reserve reports on the economy and sets monetary policy to influence things like inflation and interest rates.
Inflation has caused higher prices for groceries and gas, affecting families and businesses.
Recent Federal Reserve meeting minutes show a split among officials on future inflation trends.
Some officials expect the key interest rate to stay around 3.6% or slightly lower by the end of the year.
Others think the rate might rise by the end of the year.
The Federal Reserve aims to keep politics separate from its decisions and is focused on controlling inflation.

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The Memo: Trump escalates on Iran, but critics don’t see a strategy

July 13, 2026 • The Hill

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President Donald Trump is increasing military pressure on Iran. Some people doubt that new military actions will solve the core issues between the U.S. and Iran.

Key Facts

President Trump is intensifying hostilities with Iran.
Critics are unsure if military action will change the conflict’s main problems.
The conflict with Iran is not popular among many Americans.
The situation may draw the U.S. into a deeper involvement without clear outcomes.
The ongoing tensions happen as time is running out on the current political period.

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Longtime staffers, reporter remember Lindsey Graham

July 13, 2026 • CBS News

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Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly over the weekend. Former staff members and a reporter shared their memories of him on CBS News.

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Lindsey Graham was a U.S. Senator.
He passed away unexpectedly over the weekend.
Lee Holmes was his former chief counsel.
Kevin Bishop served as his communications director.
Paul Kane is a congressional reporter for NOTUS.
These individuals discussed their experiences with Graham on CBS News.

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