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David Smith has secured the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Oregon, according to The Associated Press.
The Trump administration's immigration policies have created significant challenges for non-U.S.-citizen spouses of U.S. citizens, leading to separations, fear of engaging with the system, and self-deportation. Increased scrutiny and policy changes affect even those in privileged immigration classes.
The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children near Alexandria, Louisiana, to streamline deportations. Immigration advocates express concerns about potential prolonged detentions and oversight.
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow has suspended her U.S. Senate campaign, leaving a two-person primary between moderate Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed. Her exit, after ballots were sent out, reshapes the race and may benefit Stevens due to concerns over El-Sayed's electability.
President Trump delivered a politically charged speech on American exceptionalism and communism from Mount Rushmore, contrasting with unifying Independence Day addresses by past presidents. The holiday was also marked by a heatwave, canceled events, and public reflection on the nation's divisions.
The US is celebrating its 250th birthday with events tempered by a dangerous heatwave and political divisions. The National Independence Day Parade in Washington D.C. was canceled due to extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 110-115 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat-related disruptions affected other celebrations nationwide, including in Philadelphia and Colorado.
President Trump marked America's 250th Independence Day with a speech on the National Mall, praising history, his actions in Iran, and warning against communism, while also vowing to restrict mail-in ballots. The event proceeded after a severe thunderstorm, followed by a large fireworks display.
