Senate passes key bills for veterans and farmers
Summary The Senate passed bills aiding veterans and farmers. Bills fund veterans’ medical care, benefits fully. Agriculture bill boosts research, rural housing support. Wisconsin legislators call it a big win. Bipartisan bills protect critical…
GOP’s Lulgjuraj launches bid for Michigan’s 10th
Summary Robert Lulgjuraj launched the campaign Aug. 7. Running for open Michigan 10th District seat. Macomb County prosecutor and trial lawyer. Competitive race could decide 2026 House control. Faces Democrats including Casey Armitage. Instead of running…
New York Fed reports rise in inflation expectations
Summary The New York Federal Reserve reported an increase in longer-run inflation expectations in July 2025. This rise indicates that economic actors anticipate inflation to be higher over the medium to long term. Higher inflation expectations could…
Donald Trump calls for Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger’s resignation amid board pressure
Summary U.S. President Donald Trump publicly called for the resignation of Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger. Trump’s demand came amid increasing scrutiny over Intel’s leadership and corporate decisions. The call for resignation was made in a public…
Eli Lilly boosts forecast on Weight-Loss drug sales
Summary Eli Lilly has raised its full-year adjusted profit forecast to $21.75 to $23 per share, up from the previous range of $20.78 to $22.28. The company’s weight-loss drug, Zepbound, along with its diabetes treatment counterpart Mounjaro, is driving…
Judge rules cutting humanities grants unlawful
Summary Federal judge: humanities grant cuts unlawful. Abrupt termination violated Congressional approval. Humanities groups’ lawsuit allowed to proceed. Funding cuts risk layoffs, cancel programs. Judge: Congress controls budget decisions. The National…
GAO: $8B NIH block by Trump violated law
Summary GAO says Trump froze $8 billion NIH funding illegally. Violated law by withholding Congress-approved money. NIH canceled 1,800+ grants, delayed awards. No lawful notice or justification provided. GAO may sue; lawmakers demand funding restored.…
Senate confirms Trump Ally Emil Bove to appeals court
Summary Senate confirmed Emil J. Bove, 50-49 vote. Trump’s defense lawyer appointed to the Appeals Court. Strong Democratic opposition due to ethics concerns. Led purge of Jan. 6 prosecutors, FBI agents. Some Republicans opposed, most supported…
Texas GOP seeks removal of Democratic House Leader
Summary Gov. Greg Abbott filed an emergency petition Aug. 5. Seeks removal of Democratic House leader from office. Democrats fled Texas to block redistricting efforts. The GOP aims to redraw congressional districts, gain seats. Democrats remain outside…
Trump Admin moves immigrants across U.S. jails
Summary The Trump administration moves hundreds of immigrants monthly. Transfers hinder detainees’ court defense efforts. Advocates say the tactic complicates legal representation. Transfers cause confusion and limit attorney access. Reflects strict…