Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer now acting Attorney General, faced fiery Senate scrutiny this week as he pushed to restore trust in the Justice Department — a department critics say he’s weaponizing against political foes. Defending a controversial tax immunity deal for Trump and insisting the $1.8 billion ally compensation fund is dead, Blanche dodged tough questions about loyalty and pardons, calling them “generous.” While some Republicans like Thom Tillis signaled support, others like John Cornyn remain undecided — and Blanche’s confirmation hangs in the balance as he tries to prove he’s rebuilding justice, not revenge.

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House Republicans unveil a $95 billion plan to bolster defense, aid farmers, and overhaul election laws—tying it to Trump’s signature tax bill and positioning it as a key fall election issue. The bulk funds target Iran conflict operations, with the Armed Services Committee leading the charge. Election reforms, including citizenship verification for voter registration, are pushed via reconciliation to bypass Senate hurdles. Democrats strongly oppose the partisan war funding and are expected to block the bill, despite farm aid appeals. With lawmakers returning from recess in August, Republicans aim to move swiftly before the election season heats up.

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Israeli airstrikes continue to devastate Gaza, killing at least a dozen in recent days—including police officers, family members, and children—amid mounting international outcry over targeting of law enforcement. The military claims some victims were Hamas militants, but offers no proof, while Hamas insists its police serve civilian order. UN human rights officials warn of a troubling pattern: police targeted even during routine duties, raising alarms about blurred lines between combatants and civilians. Despite a ceasefire since October, over 1,100 Palestinians have died in Gaza, with the broader war rooted in Hamas’s October 7 attack on Israel that killed 1,200 and took hostages. Israel’s retaliatory campaign has now claimed more than 73,000 Palestinian lives, including those since the truce.

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A man has been arrested over a chilling social media threat targeting Nigel Farage, escalating fears for politicians’ safety in Britain after the recent murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe. The threat, posted on X in May, vowed to “shoot you in the head if you win,” and comes as Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns of a “chilling” rise in political violence. With three MPs already killed during his term — including Jo Cox and David Amess — security concerns are mounting, and counterterrorism forces are investigating Widdecombe’s death, which has intensified calls for urgent protection for public figures.

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A memorial boat trip in San Francisco Bay turned into a nightmare when the 50-foot Volare capsized near Alcatraz, killing one person and a dog, with three still missing. Witnesses say rough seas and a leaking fuel-filled vessel contributed to the disaster, while rescuers now use thermal imaging and tide data to search the open waters west of the Golden Gate Bridge — all while honoring the memory of those lost.

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An 18-year-old Virginia resident was arrested in Henry County after being linked to a disturbing child exploitation case that began in North Carolina. Authorities say he met a 14-year-old girl online, broke into her home, and fled — leading to multiple charges including statutory rape and possession of child pornography. The arrest, made without incident on July 10, also triggered an immigration detainer. Law enforcement from both Virginia and North Carolina worked together to bring him to justice, underscoring the urgent need for caution in online interactions and the unwavering commitment of agencies to protect children.

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An 18-year-old from Henry County, Virginia, Luis Angel Zuniga-Salgado, has been arrested on serious felony charges tied to child exploitation after authorities uncovered child sexual abuse material on his phone involving a 14-year-old girl. The investigation began in North Carolina following a reported sexual assault, and the case escalated when federal task force analysts linked the suspect to the victim. Now held in Virginia awaiting extradition to North Carolina to face statutory rape and child exploitation charges, Zuniga-Salgado also faces an immigration detainer.

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Inside a Texas immigration detention facility, dozens of detainees are speaking out about horrific abuse — beatings, denied medical care, unsanitary living conditions, and inedible food — as new reports from Human Rights Watch and ACLU reveal a pattern of systemic neglect and violence since the camp opened in August. Three deaths, including one ruled a homicide, have been linked to facility conditions, while guards allegedly used force against hunger strikers and punished groups for individual complaints. With staff reportedly pressuring detainees to accept deportation through threats, human rights advocates are demanding immediate closure and independent investigations, warning these abuses are symptoms of a broken system.

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