The U.S. Senate has passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, with a 52-47 vote, primarily allocating funds for migrant deportations. This legislation, considered a win for Donald Trump's deportation agenda, now proceeds to the House of Representatives. Senate Democrats largely opposed the bill, citing its focus on Trump's priorities over aid for working families. Concurrently, Senate Democrats blocked a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund proposed by Trump, which a Department of Justice attorney later confirmed would not be established. The Senate also passed funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after an all-night session, while a separate executive order may impact approximately 8,000 federal workers.

President Trump has alleged that Democrats are rigging California's primary elections, citing delays in vote counting. These delays are largely due to the state's extensive vote-by-mail system, which requires processing millions of ballots. Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles, in conjunction with the FBI, have confirmed multiple ongoing investigations into alleged election fraud, adding scrutiny to the state's electoral process. A federal attorney was observed at a ballot processing facility amid these concerns.

A former senior CIA official, David Rush, has been ordered jailed pending trial after being accused of stealing over $40 million in gold bars. Agents discovered the gold stash at his Virginia home while investigating his background, which included work on the Pentagon's secret nuclear submarine program. Prosecutors allege Rush is a 'master manipulator' who stole public funds through fraudulent timesheet claims.

Democrats are seeing gains in California's ongoing primary vote count, with Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra performing strongly in the gubernatorial race and Mayor Karen Bass advancing. However, the impact of significant tech billionaire spending on campaigns yielded mixed results, with some backed candidates advancing while others, like gubernatorial hopeful Matt Mahan, faced losses despite substantial funding. Meanwhile, Proposition 50, a Democratic redistricting initiative, appears to have backfired in a key district, where Congressman Kevin Kiley is projected to win.

Former President Donald Trump has pledged that fuel and fertilizer costs will fall within 90 days, attributing this prediction to a resolution of the Iran war. Speaking at a Wisconsin farmer roundtable, Trump also called for accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence by U.S. military and national security agencies, suggesting potential investments in AI companies. Additionally, he disclosed considering and then rejecting a high-risk military operation in Iran aimed at securing uranium, citing the significant risks involved.

The Supreme Court is nearing the end of its term, with several significant decisions anticipated that could affect the current administration's policy priorities. Meanwhile, the UK government has publicly criticized U.S. Senator J.D. Vance for his 'migrant invasion' remarks, citing them as 'interfering and stoking division' and causing diplomatic friction. Additionally, planned U.S. troop movements in Europe are expected to incur millions of dollars in extra costs as the financial impact is assessed.

Senator Elizabeth Warren is investigating CFTC Commissioner Michael Selig over allegations of bias and interference in prediction markets, with reports indicating agency leadership may have favored companies linked to Trump allies while punishing dissenting staff. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats are blocking the renewal of a foreign surveillance law over concerns about President Trump's nominee for acting spy chief, Bill Pulte. In the House, Republicans are proposing to extend a congressional stock trading ban to include limits on lawmakers' use of election prediction markets, restricting contracts related to elections and government actions.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Ukraine Support Act, allocating $1.3 billion in security aid and $8 billion in loans to Ukraine, alongside escalating sanctions and a 500% tariff on Russian imports. The bill passed with bipartisan support, though one Democrat voted against it. Meanwhile, in the Senate, debate on reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act was blocked by seven Republicans and Democrats, with concerns raised about an acting director appointment.

A former IRS agent, Brendan Banfield, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for orchestrating the murders of his wife and Joseph Ryan in 2023. Banfield was convicted of aggravated murder, firearm use, and child endangerment. His lover, Juliana Peres Magalhães, who was involved in the scheme as the family's Brazilian au pair, received a 10-year sentence for manslaughter. The case involved an affair with Magalhães and a plot to kill his wife and another man.

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces accusations of domestic abuse, a Nazi symbol tattoo, and homophobic remarks, which Democratic Rep. Madeleine Dean argues disqualify him from the race. However, veteran Democratic strategist James Carville defended Platner, drawing a parallel between supporting Platner and the U.S. alliance with Stalin during World War II. Carville highlighted Platner's military service and suggested he is necessary to address perceived threats in Washington, while Platner denies the broader allegations, labeling them politically motivated.

Karen Read has filed an 87-page civil lawsuit against the Town of Canton and Massachusetts State Police, alleging a pervasive culture of racism and misogyny. The suit claims that lead investigator Michael Proctor and Sgt. Sean Goode, among others, sent hundreds of racist and sexist text messages. Read asserts these officials framed her for murder following her acquittal on related charges, characterizing her legal action as a "crusade" against police corruption and bigotry.

President Trump has called for the acting Director of National Intelligence, Bill Pulte, to fire intelligence employees, describing the Office of the Director of National Intelligence as 'unnecessary and or too big.' He expressed a preference for a smaller organization. In a separate development, Trump announced a "Rally to end all Rallies" for America's 250th birthday celebration on the National Mall, following the withdrawal of several artists from planned anniversary concert series due to political concerns. Lee Greenwood and US military bands are confirmed to perform at the rally.

The Department of Justice has confirmed that a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' is defunct and will not continue, marking the first official written confirmation from the DOJ. Reports suggest that January 6 rioters had sought access to this fund for legal costs. In a separate development, a US judge warned that a DOJ appeal could potentially overturn refunds for Trump-era tariffs. DOJ lawyers also faced criticism for withholding information in a lawsuit that they argued was filed too late.

Donors to President Trump's White House ballroom project have reportedly secured over $50 billion in government contracts, according to a watchdog group. The White House has disputed these findings, labeling them 'fake conflicts of interest.' In a separate event, Trump showcased photos of his renovated Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool project to farmers, highlighting its scale.

Dental and vision benefits administrator DentaQuest is under investigation for a data breach that may have exposed the sensitive personal information of approximately 2.6 million individuals. Law firm Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP is leading the investigation into the incident. Separately, law firm Brayton Purcell LLP is highlighting proposed federal legislation that could significantly impact workers diagnosed with silicosis linked to artificial stone, affecting their claims.

The Trump administration is considering a plan that would allow the U.S. government to acquire equity stakes in artificial intelligence companies for public benefit. Preliminary discussions have occurred with AI firms, including OpenAI, about voluntarily offering shares. This initiative comes as U.S. lawmakers face scrutiny over their own substantial investments in AI and cryptocurrency, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and legislative influence.

The Treasury Department is asking financial institutions to identify and report "red flags" related to illegal immigrant labor and payroll fraud, listing 18 indicators. This advisory encourages banks to report employers of unauthorized workers to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In a separate development, ICE has stopped publicly reporting deaths of detainees who were released from custody, a policy change announced by acting director David Venturella, who cited "common sense" as the reason.

New York lawmakers have passed the One Fair Price Act, a bill that prohibits businesses from setting individualized prices based on personal data. The legislation, awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's review, bans pricing derived from data traceable to a person or their device, with specific exceptions for certain discounts and dynamic pricing disclosures. Meanwhile, the U.S. Army has expressed concerns that proposed legislation increasing oversight for Defense Department data centers could impede efforts to establish these facilities on military bases amid rising demand for computing power.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed openness to meeting Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to negotiate an end to the ongoing war. Trump indicated that such a meeting would be an honor if a deal could be reached. An adviser to Iran's supreme leader suggested that the onus is on Trump to initiate further steps. Trump also stated that a deal has not been agreed upon due to Iran's perceived strength and pride.

Brooklyn Councilwoman Inna Vernikov is drawing attention for her criticism of what she calls "lefty silence" regarding a Democratic Socialist (DSA) politician who allegedly condemned Muslim pro-Israel protesters to hell. Vernikov posted about the incident, sparking debate about the response from progressive circles. Meanwhile, another Democratic Socialist candidate, Claire Valdez, is proposing a policy of seizing buildings from landlords and implementing national rent control if elected to Congress, with support from Mayor Zohran Mamdani.