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Gilbert Vernon, a political correspondent and author, covering the U.S. Supreme Court, federal agencies, and government policy.
A U.S. judge apologized to a man accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, citing “legally deficient” jail conditions and raising concerns about detainee treatment.
Trump administration officials issue new criminal referrals against New York Attorney General Letitia James over alleged insurance fraud, reigniting a long-running political and legal battle.
Trump heads to Texas as Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt battle in a high-stakes Republican Senate primary.
Tensions grow as the White House signals Trump could modify the Gordie Howe International Bridge permit, a key U.S.–Canada project opening in 2026.
The White House confirms Trump has no formal plans to station ICE agents at polling sites, amid voter intimidation concerns ahead of midterms.