John Phelan, the US Navy Secretary, abruptly resigned "effective immediately" amidst the ongoing naval blockade of Iran and reported disputes over military strategy, marking a significant departure from the Trump administration.
Prediction market platform Kalshi suspended and fined three congressional candidates, including a Virginia Senate hopeful, for wagering on their own elections, citing "insider trading" enforcement actions.
The Kennedy Center's new chief is advocating for a two-year closure and a $257 million renovation to address significant disrepair, including rusted infrastructure and failing systems, despite plans to retain iconic elements.
A Virginia circuit court judge issued an injunction blocking the certification of a voter-approved redistricting referendum, which Democrats hoped would flip four House seats, with the state Attorney General pledging an appeal against the ruling.