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President Donald Trump wants to create a new $250 bill with his picture to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary. However, current law does not allow money to show living people, so Congress must approve a new law to make this possible.
Key Facts
President Trump wants a $250 bill for the 250th anniversary of the United States.
He wants his picture to be on the new bill.
Current federal law forbids printing money with living people on it.
To have this bill made, Congress must pass a new law.
The $250 bill would be a special commemorative note, not a regular currency.
Changing money laws involves both the legislative branch and the Treasury Department.
Commemorative bills are rare and usually created to celebrate important events.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence wants to bring traditional conservative ideas back to the Republican Party. In his new book, he criticizes some policies promoted by President Trump and others as being disguised as progress but not truly conservative.
Key Facts
Mike Pence served as Vice President under President Donald Trump.
Pence supports traditional conservative values.
The Republican Party has changed and now includes more populist policies, which focus on appealing to ordinary people’s concerns.
Pence wrote a new book called *What Conservatives Believe*.
In the book, he argues against some current GOP policies, calling them “progressivism in disguise.”
Pence is trying to influence the direction of the Republican Party through his ideas.
The book was released on the day of the news article.
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The Hill is providing two hours of live coverage on primary election results from several states on Tuesday night. Their team, called the Data Nerds, will track results from states including California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota between 10:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Key Facts
The live coverage will focus on the 2026 primary elections.
States covered include California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota.
The coverage runs from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The Hill’s team named the Data Nerds will analyze the results.
Cory Smith from "Sunrise on The Hill" will be one of the anchors.
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President Trump has proposed a $1.776 billion fund, created from a legal settlement, to compensate people who claim they were unfairly targeted by the federal government. This plan could benefit his political allies and prevent IRS investigations of him and his family for prior tax issues.
Key Facts
The fund comes from a settlement related to President Trump’s lawsuit about a leak of his tax records.
It aims to pay people who say the government treated them unfairly.
The fund might help allies connected to January 6 prosecutions.
The U.S. already has courts to handle claims against the government, but this fund would bypass that process.
The settlement stops the IRS from looking into President Trump, his sons, and related entities about past tax returns.
This new fund may direct taxpayer money to political supporters of the president.
The article compares this plan to corruption seen in other countries, where public power is used for private gain.
The author warns that this could undermine fairness and legal norms in the U.S. government system.
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President Donald Trump is asking courts to dismiss both criminal and civil cases against him in New York. This comes after his former lawyer said he felt forced to testify against Trump during the investigations.
Key Facts
President Trump faces criminal and civil cases in New York.
He has been convicted in a criminal case and judged in a civil fraud case.
Trump wants these cases to be thrown out by the courts.
His former lawyer said he felt pressured to testify against Trump.
Trump stated on Truth Social that he is innocent and was treated unfairly.
These events relate to investigations into Trump’s actions in New York.
The legal proceedings are ongoing and have drawn public attention.
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The trial of Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, includes the police interview of a woman who alleges he raped and sexually abused her as a child. The video was shown in court, where she described the abuse and her feelings during the events. Donaldson denies the charges, and his wife faces related legal proceedings.
Key Facts
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson faces 18 sexual abuse charges, 10 of which relate to Complainant B.
The alleged abuse happened between 1985 and 1991 when Complainant B was a child.
A 75-minute police interview with Complainant B was played in court, during which she described the abuse in detail.
She said Donaldson put his hands down her underwear often and described a rape incident from her primary school years.
Complainant B explained her fear and how she pretended to be asleep to stop the abuse.
Donaldson denies all charges of sexual abuse and indecent assault.
Another complainant, Complainant A, accuses Donaldson of related crimes between 1999 and 2008.
Lady Eleanor Donaldson, Sir Jeffrey’s wife, faces charges of aiding and abetting but is not part of the main trial due to mental health issues.
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Illinois lawmakers approved a $55.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, focusing on expanded public services and new taxes. The budget includes support for families, affordable housing, education, and a pause on fuel tax increases, and now awaits approval from Governor JB Pritzker.
Key Facts
The $55.9 billion budget is the largest in Illinois history and passed by a 76-39 vote in the state House.
The budget includes new taxes on digital platforms, consumer goods, and financial sectors to support spending.
Families removed from SNAP benefits nationwide due to work requirements will receive a one-time $400 payment in Illinois.
A temporary sales tax holiday for back-to-school shopping is included later this year.
Education funding increases significantly, with more money for K-12 schools and college financial aid.
Over $500 million is allocated for affordable housing projects and down-payment help.
The state paused a planned fuel tax increase for six months to ease costs for motorists.
Democrats mostly supported the budget, while Republicans warned it could harm Illinois’ long-term finances.
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Authorities found a secret tunnel under the US-Mexico border between Tijuana and San Diego. The tunnel was used to move drugs and weapons, and agents seized $45 million worth of cocaine hidden there.
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The tunnel runs beneath the border between Tijuana, Mexico, and San Diego, California.
It was used for smuggling drugs and weapons into the United States.
US agents found $45 million worth of cocaine in the tunnel.
The entrance was hidden below a fake discount store.
The discovery shows ongoing efforts to stop illegal smuggling across the border.
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Tennessee Republicans redrew the state's congressional voting districts, breaking up Memphis’s Democratic, Black-majority district and spreading its Black voters across three districts. This change follows a recent Supreme Court decision that weakened a key part of the Voting Rights Act, which had protected against racial discrimination in voting.
Key Facts
Tennessee’s ninth congressional district, covering Memphis, was split into three parts to divide its Black voters.
All nine of Tennessee’s congressional districts under the new map lean Republican.
The redistricting happened shortly after the Supreme Court reduced protections of the Voting Rights Act.
Memphis’s ninth district had only elected Democratic representatives for over 40 years before being redrawn.
The new map divides mostly Black voters into different districts while keeping most white voters together.
Many residents feel the changes reduce political power for Memphis’s Black community.
The area shows clear signs of economic inequality and long-standing housing discrimination.
Tennessee lawmakers who supported the redistricting say the changes are legal and necessary.
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President Donald Trump has endorsed Steve Hilton in his run for California governor ahead of the June 2 primary. Despite the endorsement, prediction markets suggest Hilton is unlikely to win the general election but has a good chance to advance through California’s top-two primary system.
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President Trump gave Steve Hilton his full endorsement for California governor.
California uses a top-two primary system where the two highest vote-getters move to the general election, regardless of party.
Hilton trails Democrat Xavier Becerra in prediction markets tracking the November governor race.
Becerra leads with about 77% odds to win, while Hilton has around 6%.
Another Democrat, Tom Steyer, ranks second with roughly 15% odds to win.
Kalshi’s prediction market gives Hilton about a 76% chance to advance past the primary.
The primary race is crowded with multiple candidates from both major parties.
Small changes in voter support could greatly affect which candidates advance to the general election.
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will return to Capitol Hill as the Trump administration pauses plans for a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate allies of President Trump who claim unfair investigations. The fund has caused controversy because it might pay some people involved in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, and President Trump is reconsidering moving forward with it.
Key Facts
The fund would provide nearly $1.8 billion to compensate allies of President Trump who say they were unfairly targeted by investigations.
The fund was created to settle President Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns.
Some violent January 6 rioters could be eligible for payouts from this fund.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will testify before the House Appropriations Committee about the Justice Department’s budget and the fund.
Republicans in Congress have criticized the fund, causing the administration to pause its implementation.
A Virginia court temporarily blocked the fund, and a Florida judge suggested reopening the IRS lawsuit due to allegations against the administration.
The Trump administration argues the fund is needed because they believe the Justice Department was biased during President Biden’s term, a claim denied by the Biden administration.
Some Trump supporters have welcomed the fund, but many Republican lawmakers oppose it.
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Senator John Cornyn from Texas said that Attorney General Ken Paxton, who won the Republican nomination, will make it harder for Republicans to keep the Texas Senate seat in the general election. Cornyn repeated the criticisms he made about Paxton during the primary election.
Key Facts
John Cornyn is a Republican Senator from Texas.
Ken Paxton is the Texas Attorney General and won the Republican nomination for Senate.
Cornyn was a competitor against Paxton in the primary election.
Cornyn said Paxton as nominee makes it tougher for Republicans to hold the Senate seat.
Cornyn confirmed his past criticisms of Paxton during the primary remain true.
The comments came during a reporter’s question late on Monday.
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The U.S. Department of Education has declared June as "Title IX Month" for the second year in a row. This month recognizes the 54th anniversary of Title IX, a law that bans gender discrimination in schools and promotes equal opportunities for women and girls.
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Title IX is a civil rights law passed in 1972 that prohibits gender discrimination in educational institutions that get government money.
The Department of Education is celebrating June as Title IX Month to highlight the law’s impact on education and sports for women and girls.
June’s recognition includes celebrating women’s achievements and promoting equal treatment in education settings.
The initiative focuses on reinforcing Title IX protections in areas like single-sex spaces, sports participation, and campus groups such as sororities.
This is the second consecutive year the federal government has named June Title IX Month.
June is also nationally recognized as Pride Month, which celebrates LGBTQ+ communities.
The effort aims to show real examples of how Title IX is being enforced today.
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The Trump administration has changed rules for a federal energy rebate program, stopping rebates for replacing gas appliances with electric ones. This decision affects the Home Energy Rebates Program, which was created to help Americans save energy and money by switching to cleaner electric appliances.
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The Home Energy Rebates Program was created under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act to support energy-efficient upgrades at home.
The program originally offered rebates to replace gas appliances like stoves and heaters with electric models.
New rules no longer allow rebates for switching from gas to electric appliances; rebates now only apply to upgrading existing electric appliances to more efficient versions.
The administration says this change prioritizes efficiency upgrades like insulation and better home sealing for long-term energy savings.
Environmental groups warn that this shift may slow down the move to cleaner energy and hurt low- and middle-income households who could benefit most.
Other clean energy incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act have also been cut back or ended, including electric vehicle (EV) tax credits, solar installation credits, and home improvement credits.
Some programs like appliance efficiency standards and the Energy Star program have been paused or faced funding cuts.
The rebate changes fit into a wider rollback of clean energy policies during President Trump’s second term.
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Since October 7, 2023, dozens of U.S. Congress members and their staff have taken paid trips to Israel funded by a group linked to Aipac, an organization that supports Israel. These trips included meetings with Israeli officials and visits to sites related to Middle East politics, costing over $4.2 million in total.
Key Facts
At least 26 Democrats and 52 Republicans went on these Israel trips since October 7, 2023.
The trips were paid for by the American Israel Education Foundation (AIEF), an affiliate of Aipac.
AIEF spent more than $4.2 million on at least 15 trips, averaging over $26,600 per participant.
The trips included briefings with Israeli leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu and visits to West Bank settlements.
Attendees stayed in luxury hotels and ate at high-end restaurants during the trips.
AIEF is a nonprofit that helps Aipac bypass rules stopping lobbying groups from funding foreign travel.
Support for Israel has dropped among many Americans, especially Democrats, but lawmakers from both parties continue to join AIEF trips.
Some lawmakers took multiple trips in this period, such as Democrats Steny Hoyer, Greg Landsman, and Brad Schneider.
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The "No Kings" movement is organizing a nationwide event on June 14 as a response to President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebrations and a related UFC event at the White House. Instead of street protests, the event features a concert in New York City streamed across the country with local watch parties, aiming to promote grassroots civic action and contrast with the administration’s festivities.
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The nationwide "No Kings" event is set for June 14, coinciding with President Trump’s 80th birthday and a UFC event on the White House South Lawn.
A 90-minute concert titled “Rise Up, Sing Out” will be held at The Town Hall in New York City, featuring artists like Bette Midler, Patti Smith, and Jane Fonda.
The concert will be streamed nationwide and accompanied by local watch parties in 21 states.
The movement describes the event as a cultural and political alternative to the presidential celebration, emphasizing grassroots participation.
The "No Kings" movement opposes what it sees as concentration of power in the Trump administration and promotes unity across different groups.
Since President Trump took office in January 2025, the movement has organized three large protests that attracted tens of millions of people.
The June 14 event seeks to engage people who may not join large street protests by adding a cultural aspect.
The group 50501, along with other progressive organizations like Indivisible, helps coordinate the movement’s activities and volunteer networks.
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The Pentagon has stopped letting reporters enter its press office, calling it a classified area. This change is part of tighter rules that require journalists to avoid collecting any unauthorized information, causing many reporters to give up their press passes. Recently, the Pentagon invited journalists from far-right media, leading to a lawsuit by The New York Times, which won a court ruling against the Department of Defense’s restrictions.
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The Pentagon’s press office is now a classified space, blocking reporter access.
Since September, journalists must not collect unauthorized information or risk losing press passes.
Many reporters refused to agree to the new rules and returned their press passes.
The Pentagon created a new press corps mainly with journalists from far-right outlets.
The New York Times sued the Pentagon over these rules and won a favorable court decision in March.
The acting press secretary said the move was to protect the speechwriters sharing the space.
Journalists and media organizations see this as a limitation on press freedom.
The Pentagon claims it is being transparent despite these new restrictions.
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Michael Winstanley, the Conservative candidate for the Makerfield by-election in Greater Manchester, said he wants to focus on helping the local community rather than using the election for personal gain. He spoke about improving local businesses, roads, and crime, and emphasized his commitment to representing the people of Makerfield.
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The Makerfield by-election was called after Labour MP Josh Simons resigned.
Simons stepped down to allow Labour’s Andy Burnham to run for Parliament.
Michael Winstanley, former mayor of Wigan, is the Conservative candidate.
Winstanley aims to improve local high streets and reduce business rates and red tape.
He wants to invest in roads to reduce traffic and address a rise in crime and anti-social behavior.
The Conservative Party plans to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights and deport people without legal status.
Winstanley hopes to lower taxes to help with the cost of living.
There are fourteen candidates competing in the by-election.
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Spencer Pratt, known for his role on MTV's reality show "The Hills," is running for mayor of Los Angeles. As a Republican in a largely liberal city, he has gained support through social media and fundraising, and is currently in a close race with two Democratic candidates ahead of the primary election.
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Spencer Pratt was a reality TV personality on MTV's "The Hills" and later appeared on "Celebrity Big Brother."
He announced his run for Los Angeles mayor in January as a Republican outsider.
A recent poll shows Pratt trailing closely behind Democratic candidates Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.
The primary election will determine the final two candidates unless one receives over 50% of the vote.
Pratt has raised $2.7 million in recent fundraising, much more than his opponents.
He uses social media, including TikTok and AI-generated videos, to promote his campaign.
His campaign focuses on addressing recent wildfires, homelessness, and public safety in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles has not had a Republican mayor since 2001, making Pratt’s candidacy notable but challenging.
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