A federal appeals court has upheld White House adviser Peter Navarro’s convictions for refusing to comply with a subpoena from the House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol attack. The court ruled Navarro failed to prove that President Trump had legally protected him from providing the requested information.
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Peter Navarro, a White House adviser, was convicted of contempt of Congress for ignoring a subpoena from the January 6 committee.
The subpoena requested records and testimony related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Navarro claimed President Trump had invoked executive privilege to shield him, but the court rejected this claim.
Navarro served a four-month prison sentence for these convictions.
After prison, Navarro spoke at the 2024 Republican National Convention.
Navarro’s appeal was heard by a three-judge panel from the D.C. Circuit Court, which ruled unanimously against him.
The judges on the panel were appointed by former Presidents Obama and Biden.
Navarro previously worked as a White House trade adviser under President Trump’s first term and continues in a similar role during his second term.
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A federal appeals court in New York reversed a lower court decision that had ordered the release of pro-Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi, allowing his possible re-arrest as he faces deportation. Mahdawi is challenging the Trump administration’s efforts to expel him, but the appeals court said he must first go through the immigration court process before federal judges can review his claims.
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The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a Vermont judge’s order to release Mohsen Mahdawi.
The Vermont judge compared the government’s actions to McCarthy-era repression.
The appeals court ruled the lower judge acted outside his authority by intervening too early.
Mahdawi is fighting deportation under the Trump administration, accused of criticism against Israel.
He became a U.S. legal permanent resident in 2015 and was arrested during a citizenship interview in April 2025.
The court decided not to rule on whether Mahdawi’s constitutional rights were violated, saying he must exhaust immigration court appeals first.
The American Civil Liberties Union represents Mahdawi and opposes his detention and deportation during appeals.
A similar appeals ruling happened earlier this year involving another pro-Palestinian activist, Mahmoud Khalil.
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The U.S. State Department plans to spend nearly $41 million to reopen the U.S. Embassy in Libya after closing it in 2014 due to conflict. This step aims to restore diplomatic presence and support U.S. security interests in the region, which faces challenges from rival countries like Russia.
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The U.S. Embassy in Libya was closed in July 2014 because of ongoing conflict in the country.
The State Department informed Congress of a $41 million plan to help reestablish the embassy.
Funding will improve security at a smaller U.S. office in Tripoli and prepare for a full embassy reopening.
Libya is important to the U.S. because of its location by the Mediterranean and its influence on regional security, energy, and migration.
Russia has increased its involvement in Libya, challenging U.S. interests in North Africa.
Libyan leaders from both the western and eastern parts of the country have recently met with U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
U.S. diplomats have been working from nearby countries Tunisia and Malta since the embassy closed.
The reopening is part of a broader U.S. effort under President Trump to restore embassies in regions with strategic importance, including Venezuela and Syria.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson is encouraging members of Congress to approve the SAVE America Act before they take a monthlong break starting July 27. The act has caused some disagreement among lawmakers.
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Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
He wants Congress to pass the SAVE America Act quickly.
Congress will go on a monthlong break starting July 27.
The SAVE America Act is a controversial bill, meaning it has both supporters and critics.
Passing the bill before the recess is a priority for Speaker Johnson.
CBS News reported on this development through correspondent Nikole Killion.
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President Donald Trump warned Canada that the United States may seek compensation for damages caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting into the U.S. He suggested that Canada should pay for the impact of the smoke on American communities.
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President Trump addressed the issue of smoke from Canadian wildfires crossing into the U.S.
He indicated that the U.S. might ask Canada to pay for damages related to the smoke.
This is a new challenge in the relationship between the U.S. and Canada concerning environmental impacts.
The wildfires are occurring in Canada and produce large amounts of smoke affecting air quality in neighboring U.S. areas.
The matter involves cross-border environmental and health concerns due to wildfire smoke.
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Seventeen American service members have died since the start of the Iran war in February 2026. The latest deaths include two soldiers killed in an attack in Jordan and one who died in an accident in Iraq. President Donald Trump said the U.S. will respond strongly to these losses.
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The Iran war began in late February 2026 with the U.S. launching “Operation Epic Fury.”
Seventeen U.S. service members have died during the conflict so far.
Two soldiers, 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, died on July 17 during an attack at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
A third soldier went missing in Jordan but remains were later found and are still unidentified.
Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton died on July 19 in Iraq during a controlled explosion of an unmanned aerial system.
Sgt. Swinton was promoted posthumously and will receive several military honors, including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
President Trump vowed to punish Iran for the deaths of U.S. soldiers.
The U.S. military continues to investigate the circumstances around Sgt. Swinton’s death.
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New Jersey's governor said a software mistake caused about 6,600 non-US citizens to be registered to vote by accident. Fewer than 400 of these people actually voted in elections, even though non-citizens are not allowed to vote.
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A software error happened at New Jersey’s motor vehicle department.
The error took place between June 2023 and June 2024.
Around 6,600 non-US citizens were wrongly registered to vote.
Fewer than 400 non-citizens cast ballots because of this mistake.
The error affected people who said they were not citizens when applying for driver’s licenses.
Nineteen US states let non-citizens get driver’s licenses.
Non-citizens cannot vote in national elections.
President Donald Trump is promoting a law that would require proof of citizenship and ID to vote.
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Andy Burnham, the new Labour leader, made big changes to the party’s cabinet, removing or moving many people who worked under the last leader, Keir Starmer. Some of Starmer’s supporters feel the reshuffle was done with some punishment in mind, while others say it’s normal for a new leader to choose their own team.
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Andy Burnham replaced or demoted over half of the previous cabinet members in his first reshuffle.
Some allies of Keir Starmer believe the reshuffle showed signs of revenge against those loyal to him.
Certain ministers who quietly supported Starmer were removed or given less important roles.
Ministers who resigned in protest against Starmer were promoted by Burnham.
The reshuffle was handled by Burnham personally informing outgoing ministers about the changes.
Special advisers were given a chance to discuss their roles with Burnham’s deputy chief of staff.
There is concern about fewer women holding top government positions after the reshuffle.
Despite the tough changes, there is recognition that politics requires accepting such shifts and that Labour governments are rare chances to lead.
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More than 6,000 non-U.S. citizens were mistakenly registered to vote in New Jersey between June 2023 and June 2024 because of a software problem at the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Fewer than 400 of these people voted, according to New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill.
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Over 6,000 non-citizens were wrongly registered to vote in New Jersey.
The error happened between June 2023 and June 2024.
A software issue at the New Jersey Department of Motor Vehicles caused the problem.
Fewer than 400 of the non-citizens who were registered actually voted.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced these details on a Tuesday.
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A federal appeals court denied President Biden's request to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts from his interviews with a memoir ghostwriter before he became president. The court said there is a strong public interest in making the material public, even though some parts will be edited to protect Biden's privacy.
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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled 2-1 to reject Biden’s attempt to stop the release of the recordings.
The interviews took place in 2016 and 2017 at Biden’s home and were for two memoirs he co-wrote.
Biden’s lawyers say the talks were private and personal and should remain confidential.
The recordings were obtained during a criminal investigation into Biden’s handling of classified documents but no charges were filed.
Republicans in Congress have demanded access to the materials after the investigation ended without charges.
The Justice Department, under President Trump, had planned to release the recordings to Congress and a conservative group.
A veteran was arrested for reportedly setting off fireworks and starting a fire outside a federal building in Manhattan, New York City. The building houses several federal offices, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The FBI is investigating the incident.
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The incident happened outside a federal building in Manhattan, New York City.
The building contains offices for federal agencies like ICE.
A veteran is accused of setting off fireworks and starting a fire at the site.
The FBI is conducting the investigation.
The arrest followed the events near the federal building.
The news report was shared by CBS News correspondent Anna Schecter.
The incident was significant enough to be covered by national news outlets.
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The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency is expanding its reach by partnering with local law enforcement agencies under a program called Section 287(g). This program allows local officers, with special training, to carry out certain immigration enforcement duties that usually belong to ICE agents. The number of local agencies involved has grown rapidly, giving ICE a much larger presence across many communities.
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Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act allows local law enforcement to perform certain immigration enforcement tasks with federal approval.
ICE offers three types of agreements for local agencies: warrant service officer, jail enforcement, and task force.
The task force model grants local officers the broadest powers to arrest and enforce immigration laws in the community.
As of mid-2025, there are about 1,768 active local agencies involved in the 287(g) program with over 2,100 agreements signed.
Over 1,400 agencies have adopted the task force model, meaning many local officers can act like ICE agents during their regular duties.
The program has expanded quickly since President Trump’s current term began, growing from just 133 agencies to over 1,700.
The program’s growth means millions of Americans now live in areas with local law enforcement empowered to work with ICE.
Critics note that the expansion makes it harder for people to understand who is enforcing immigration laws and under what authority.
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Polls show the Republican Party may lose seats in the House of Representatives and possibly keep control of the Senate. If this happens, the Democratic Party will likely face criticism.
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The GOP (Republican Party) might lose the House of Representatives by a small margin.
The GOP may also maintain control of the Senate.
These results are based on recent midterm election polls.
If the Democrats do not perform well, they may experience internal blame.
There is mention of President Donald Trump in the discussion, but no detailed connection provided.
The article suggests Democrats may look for reasons behind poor poll results.
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A trial has started in Massachusetts for Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children in 2023. Her defense says she suffered from postpartum psychosis, a serious mental illness after childbirth, and argues she was not responsible for her actions. Clancy has pleaded not guilty and was also hospitalized after trying to harm herself.
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Lindsay Clancy is charged with killing her three children aged 5, 3, and 8 months.
Prosecutors claim the killings were planned and intentional; defense says Clancy was experiencing postpartum psychosis.
Postpartum psychosis causes hallucinations and delusions and is different from common "baby blues."
Clancy was receiving medical treatment for psychiatric issues related to childbirth and had recently stayed in a psychiatric hospital.
She allegedly sent her husband away to be alone with the children when the killings happened.
Clancy attempted suicide on the same night and is receiving ongoing treatment at a state hospital.
Her husband says Clancy was loving and caring and asked people to understand her mental health struggles.
Jury selection has begun, with family members and medical providers expected to testify during the trial.
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Arizona Republicans are holding primary elections to select their candidates for governor and other important offices. Two U.S. Representatives, Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, are competing for the Republican nomination to run against Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in the upcoming election.
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Arizona Republicans are choosing nominees for governor and other top positions.
The state is a battleground where Republicans want to regain power.
Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs is seen as vulnerable this election cycle.
U.S. Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert are competing for the Republican governor nomination.
Andy Biggs has President Donald Trump's endorsement.
Biggs is supported by Turning Point Action, a conservative group.
Biggs believes he can unify the Republican Party before the general election.
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Nearly 100 U.S. service members were injured in the Middle East in the past month, according to a CBS News report. Retired Army Major and military analyst Mike Lyons discussed these injuries and their impact on CBS News 24/7 Mornings.
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About 100 U.S. military personnel were hurt in the Middle East within the last month.
The injuries were reported in an exclusive CBS News story.
Retired U.S. Army Major Mike Lyons spoke about this situation on CBS News.
Mike Lyons is a military analyst with experience in the armed forces.
The discussion took place on the CBS News 24/7 Mornings program.
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Many U.S. states are proposing new laws to limit the power of big companies that buy many single-family homes. These companies, often backed by investors, make it harder for regular families to buy starter homes and increase rent prices.
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Pennsylvania introduced House Bill 2704 to limit how many single-family homes investors can own and to require more information from corporate landlords.
Both Democrats and Republicans support measures against large investment firms buying multiple homes.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at stopping Wall Street firms from outbidding families for homes.
Big investors have increased their role in home buying since the 2007-2009 Great Recession.
States are considering rules to limit corporate-owned homes, regulate rent algorithms, and protect renters.
The laws aim to help first-time homebuyers by reducing competition from cash-rich institutional buyers.
California is also planning new regulations for large housing investors, though details are still being worked out.
Experts say the issue is mainly in local markets where investors concentrate and outbid people who want to live in the homes.
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Over 20 U.S. states have introduced or passed laws to limit the use of software that helps landlords set rent prices based on data and algorithms. These laws aim to stop the artificial increase of rental costs and protect renters from rapidly rising housing prices.
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More than 20 states in the U.S. have acted to regulate algorithmic rent-setting software as of mid-2026.
New Jersey recently passed the FAIR Act to provide additional renter protections and control rent-setting algorithms.
New York was the first state to pass a law specifically targeting algorithmic rent price-fixing in residential housing.
Algorithmic rent-setting software uses data like occupancy and market trends to advise landlords on rent prices.
Some lawmakers believe this software causes rents to rise too high, making housing less affordable.
The National Apartment Association says these tools help landlords make better decisions and reduce vacancies.
Legislative efforts vary: some laws ban using these algorithms entirely, others focus on preventing unfair competition or price coordination.
Not all proposed bills have passed; some were vetoed or delayed in states like Colorado and Rhode Island.
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A small group of Republican lawmakers in the U.S. Congress are opposing President Donald Trump’s approach to the war with Iran. This disagreement comes as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran has recently escalated and may affect political battles ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Fighting between the U.S. and Iran increased after a ceasefire ended in July 2026.
Pakistan is trying to mediate peace talks, but no solution is visible yet.
The conflict has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for global oil.
Most Americans oppose the war, which Democrats are using as a key issue for the 2026 elections.
Most Republicans support President Trump’s actions in the war, but a few, including some moderates and libertarians, have opposed it.
Seven Republican members of Congress voted for resolutions limiting the president’s military powers over Iran.
Representative Tom Barrett, a Republican in a competitive district, stated Congress should decide on the war’s rules and limits instead of the president alone.
The White House says it has been open with Congress and stresses the goal is preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
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James Desborough, a convicted killer, denies murdering two friends whose burned and cut-up bodies were found near his cabin in Cornwall. He says he found their bodies on his land and admitted to hiding them while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Desborough also admitted to killing a prison cellmate but denies killing his two friends.
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James Desborough is on trial for the murders of Claudio Aquilino and Daniel Coleman.
The bodies of Aquilino and Coleman were found burned and dismembered near Desborough’s cabin in Cornwall.
Desborough claims he found Aquilino hanging from a tree and Coleman’s body naked in a stream on his land.
He admits to disposing of their bodies while high on several drugs and alcohol.
Desborough also admitted to killing a cellmate while in prison, but said the cellmate’s snoring was not the reason for the killing.
He described himself as homeless, unemployed, and struggling with addiction.
Desborough said he took money from the deceased friends and likely spent it on beer and drugs.
He denied enjoying killing and called a note saying “I’m a killer” creative writing.
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