Senator Bill Cassidy, a Republican who voted to convict President Trump, lost his Louisiana primary bid, with Trump-backed Julia Letlow and John Fleming advancing to a runoff, demonstrating Trump's continued influence in GOP elections.
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided mid-air during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, but all four crew members safely ejected.
President Trump intensified his criticism of Rep. Thomas Massie, calling him a 'LOSER' and urging Kentucky voters to oust him in the upcoming Republican primary, following the defeat of Senator Bill Cassidy.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te declared that the island 'will never be sacrificed or traded,' rebuking China and emphasizing that US arms purchases are a crucial deterrent, following President Trump's remarks about using arms sales as a bargaining chip.'
President Trump's visit to Beijing focused on reversing economic imbalances, with China agreeing to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, while discussions also covered Taiwan arms sales and AI guardrails with President Xi Jinping.
The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike entered its second day, affecting approximately 300,000 daily commuters and prompting New York Governor Kathy Hochul to urge unions to resume talks ahead of Monday's rush hour.
The Senate parliamentarian ruled against including $1 billion in White House security funding, which was tied to President Trump's planned ballroom, in a budget reconciliation bill, dealing a blow to the administration's request.
The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a global health emergency, with at least 80 deaths and around 246 suspected cases reported, though it does not meet pandemic criteria.
President Trump warned Iran that 'time is ticking' and 'there won't be anything left' if a deal isn't reached, as a drone strike caused a fire near the UAE's Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, raising tensions amid a fragile ceasefire.
French magistrates are investigating approximately 10 new suspected victims in connection with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on potential crimes involving French perpetrators or nationals tied to his network.
The Long Island Rail Road strike has caused significant disruption for over 300,000 commuters, with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman blaming Governor Kathy Hochul for a 'lack of leadership' in resolving the crisis.
Former FBI Director James Comey publicly advised Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to 'bone up on the rules' and cease discussing his case, amid the federal prosecution of Comey.