TODAY'S NEWS, June 12, 2026

TODAY'S NEWS, June 30-July 1, 2026

Political * Reviews several recent Supreme Court rulings affecting elections, transgender sports, birthright citizenship, presidential authority, campaign finance, and Colorado redistricting. * Notes expanded presidential authority to dismiss certain federal employees. * Reports increased DOJ funding for immigration enforcement and additional lawsuits involving immigration and public assistance data. * Highlights continued internal divisions within the Democratic Party. * DOJ investigates Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego over campaign spending. * Washington State ordered to repay $120 million to teacher pension funds. * Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed treatment for severe depression. * Criticizes Los Angeles Metro's fare enforcement policies. * Tina Peters visited the White House following her release from prison. * House passed a resolution regarding disclosure of congressional sexual misconduct settlements. Immigration * Claims no illegal border crossings occurred for the 13th consecutive month. * Administration expands immigration enforcement resources. * DOJ challenges state policies involving in-state tuition and food stamp records. Culture * San Francisco Archdiocese agreed to a $395 million clergy abuse settlement. * Hooters closed locations in four states. * Highlights Washington, D.C. beautification projects. * Discusses demographic decline and AI's long-term societal impact. Economy * Tax revenues continued rising while tariffs generated substantial federal revenue. * Ford reportedly rehired engineers after AI underperformed certain tasks. * Duke Energy canceled an offshore wind project. International * Reports attacks on Christians in Nigeria. * Covers Europe's heat wave and its effects. * Notes election of Keiko Fujimori in Peru. * Reports European efforts targeting anti-migration campaigns. * Volkswagen plans major workforce reductions. * States the U.S. will not renew the USMCA trade agreement. Entertainment * Reports the death of Victor Willis. Medical * Claims CIA personnel were investigated over COVID-19 vaccination decisions. Miscellaneous * Recommends the books Tempest at Dawn and Maelstrom, praising their historical portrayals of the Constitutional Convention and Abraham Lincoln. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 [https://www.wildworldofpolitics.com/blog/hashtags/1] bestselling author   A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 [https://vimeo.com/40949423] Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys [http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys]   Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history?   Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com [www.wildworldofpolitics.com] and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series.    Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Books-Larry-Schweikart/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ALarry+Schweikart] X: @LarrySchwe94560 [@LarrySchwe94560] Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS [@CyberneticsLS] Gettr [https://gettr.com/hashtag/%23larryschweikart] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-schweikart-63685b11?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BQ5YyB%2BDkTgmR8Y%2FOC%2BUjRQ%3D%3D] Facebook: @LarrySchweikart   Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the  New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.   www.wildworldofhistory.com [https://www.wildworldofhistory.com/]

TODAY'S NEWS, June 27-29, 2026

Political * Claims a $10B Obamacare fraud scheme was uncovered, with over 3 million removed from enrollment. * Additional fraud cases include COVID tax fraud, "Feed Our Future," and New Jersey budget investigations. * Suggests Democratic fundraising has shifted after USAID and other funding crackdowns. * Notes continued discussion surrounding the 2020 election and voting machine allegations. * FBI reportedly rescued over 7,000 children and arrested over 1,700 alleged predators. * Highlights Democratic divisions between establishment figures and socialist organizers. * Mentions James Carville, Van Jones, David Paterson, and other Democrats criticizing their party's direction. * Trump-endorsed Julia Letlow won her primary. * Poll cited showing 76% of Black voters support voter ID. * Federal drug enforcement operation reportedly seized over 300 metric tons of cocaine. * Reports Supreme Court ruling allowing late-arriving ballots if postmarked by Election Day. * Mentions investigation into an alleged animal abuse case at a California shelter. AI * Claims China is increasingly concerned about U.S. AI leadership. * Notes AI companies are hiring philosophers and ethics experts. * GE Vernova turbines are highlighted as powering AI data centers. * Argues AI represents the next major economic transformation. Immigration * Texas congressman claims many Temporary Protected Status recipients receive welfare. * European Parliament reportedly backed stronger deportation policies. * Criticizes prior U.S. handling of migrant children. Culture * Religious Liberty Commission recommends revisiting restrictions on political endorsements by clergy. * Notes a TikTok creator converting to Christianity. * Mentions local controversies involving patriotic displays and school officials. Gender Issues * FTC lawsuit targets medical advertising related to gender transition treatments. Economy * Reports ongoing tariff negotiations with Europe. * Notes modest increase in U.S. drilling activity. * Claims investors continue favoring U.S. markets over Europe. International * States oceans produce roughly half of Earth's oxygen. * Covers murder of a French teenager and ongoing migration issues across Europe. * Reports a small aircraft striking a building in Beijing. * Notes continued European emigration and immigration debates. * Discusses Hamas, Middle East tensions, and Baghdad anti-corruption actions. * Highlights Europe's struggles with heat, air conditioning, and electricity infrastructure. * Mentions China's economic slowdown and rising AC manufacturing. Entertainment * Praises Citizen Vigilante while criticizing Supergirl's box office performance. * Reports Toy Story 5 performing strongly and Disclosure Day underperforming. * Notes declining arena attendance for many legacy music acts. * Audiobook sales continue rising while physical book sales decline. Medical * Cites New Zealand data alleging higher all-cause mortality following COVID-19 vaccination and criticizes government response. Miscellaneous * Ends with a lighthearted discussion of New Mexico chile varieties and a preference for very hot red chiles. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 [https://www.wildworldofpolitics.com/blog/hashtags/1] bestselling author   A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 [https://vimeo.com/40949423] Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys [http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys]   Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history?   Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com [www.wildworldofpolitics.com] and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series.    Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Books-Larry-Schweikart/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ALarry+Schweikart] X: @LarrySchwe94560 [@LarrySchwe94560] Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS [@CyberneticsLS] Gettr [https://gettr.com/hashtag/%23larryschweikart] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-schweikart-63685b11?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BQ5YyB%2BDkTgmR8Y%2FOC%2BUjRQ%3D%3D] Facebook: @LarrySchweikart   Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the  New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.   www.wildworldofhistory.com [https://www.wildworldofhistory.com/]

TODAY'S NEWS, June 25-26, 2026

POLITICAL NEWS * Trump reportedly reached 47% approval in recent polling. * Trump refused to sign a housing bill until the Senate passes the SAVE Act. * Senate Republicans are reportedly searching for a strategy on the SAVE Act. * Republican analysts remain optimistic about retaining the House majority. * Republicans are reportedly making gains among union voters in Pennsylvania. * Commentary argues the Democratic Party continues shifting toward a more progressive platform. * The Supreme Court struck down portions of Hawaii's gun laws. * Dominion settled its lawsuit against Mike Lindell. * Commentary discusses restructuring efforts within the CIA under Director John Ratcliffe. * Three Texas individuals convicted in anti-ICE protests were identified as transgender. * Another large Medicare fraud investigation in Texas uncovered roughly $900 million in alleged fraud. * The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for over 350,000 Haitians and about 6,000 Syrians. * Commentary suggests additional major Supreme Court rulings on immigration and election law are still pending. * A Michigan lawmaker inspected a publicly funded daycare facility that reportedly had no children present. * John Bolton pleaded guilty to retaining classified information. * California voters are reportedly becoming more concerned about high taxes. IMMIGRATION & BORDER SECURITY * The Supreme Court cleared the way for deportations of hundreds of thousands of TPS recipients. * A Dallas Federal Reserve study concluded illegal immigration increases housing costs while lowering wages. * Florida permanently closed its temporary migrant detention facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz." GENDER & EDUCATION ISSUES * America First Legal sued Fairfax County Schools over policies related to student gender transitions without parental notification. ECONOMIC NEWS * The Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit against Monsanto involving Roundup. * AI data center expansion is expected to contribute to another wave of inflationary pressure. * Ongoing Medicare fraud is cited as one factor contributing to higher health insurance premiums. INTERNATIONAL NEWS * Twin earthquakes in Venezuela reportedly killed at least 188 people. * European governments continue debating restrictions related to energy use and air conditioning. * China's leadership is described as shifting economic priorities amid slowing growth. * India's green infrastructure projects face increasing weather-related risks. * China continues experiencing closures of rural tourism businesses. * The U.S. banned imports of Swedish EV maker Polestar vehicles because of Chinese supply chain concerns. * Saudi Arabia resumed oil exports from Ras Tanura, while shipping through the Strait of Hormuz continued recovering. ENTERTAINMENT NEWS * David Clayton-Thomas died at age 84. * The U.S. men's soccer team lost to Turkey but advanced to the knockout stage. * A historical roundtable discussed the film Young Washington. * The German film Citizen Vigilante gained attention after reportedly being banned in Germany. MEDICAL NEWS * Commentary highlights a previously unpublished CDC-related study claiming the COVID-19 vaccine showed 55% effectiveness, while continuing criticism of the government's pandemic response. AND FINALLY... * A new study suggests that maintaining a positive mindset may contribute to better health and well-being as people age, with many older adults continuing to improve mentally and emotionally over time. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 [https://www.wildworldofpolitics.com/blog/hashtags/1] bestselling author   A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 [https://vimeo.com/40949423] Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys [http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys]   Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history?   Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com [www.wildworldofpolitics.com] and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series.    Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Books-Larry-Schweikart/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ALarry+Schweikart] X: @LarrySchwe94560 [@LarrySchwe94560] Truth Social: @CyberneticsLS [@CyberneticsLS] Gettr [https://gettr.com/hashtag/%23larryschweikart] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-schweikart-63685b11?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BQ5YyB%2BDkTgmR8Y%2FOC%2BUjRQ%3D%3D] Facebook: @LarrySchweikart   Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the  New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.   www.wildworldofhistory.com [https://www.wildworldofhistory.com/]

TODAY'S NEWS, June 24, 2026

POLITICAL NEWS * Socialist and progressive candidates won several key Democratic primary races in New York City. * Democratic establishment figures suffered notable defeats, raising concerns about the party's direction. * Maine Senate and House races remain competitive, with Republicans viewed as gaining opportunities. * Trump maintains extremely strong support among self-identified MAGA voters. * The Supreme Court ruled that certain green card holders accused of crimes can be deported while cases proceed. * Intelligence agencies and federal departments continue undergoing staffing and leadership changes. * Three Florida residents admitted voting despite being ineligible. * A large federal Medicaid fraud investigation resulted in hundreds of charges. * Los Angeles school leadership changed following scrutiny over AI chatbot programs. * Millions of borrowers are being moved off a Biden-era student loan repayment plan. * Dr. Anthony Fauci faces additional congressional scrutiny. * A sixth suspect was arrested in the alleged White House UFC drone attack plot. * Jack Schlossberg lost a New York primary election. AI NEWS * Concerns continue growing over AI-generated cyberattacks. * Data center expansion remains controversial despite increasing AI demand. * President Trump signed orders aimed at accelerating quantum computing development. * Many people are increasingly using AI chatbots for medical guidance. * Oracle announced major layoffs tied to AI restructuring. * Chevron and Microsoft reached a long-term agreement to power data centers. IMMIGRATION & BORDER SECURITY * Texas courts handed lengthy prison sentences to individuals convicted in violent anti-ICE demonstrations. * DHS proposed higher citizenship application fees. * Border wall construction is reportedly progressing toward completion. CULTURAL & SOCIAL ISSUES * Research suggests Gen Z is becoming more risk-averse. * Companies are finding it harder to outlast public controversies in the social media era. * A Phoenix Christian ministry sued after restrictions affected its homeless meal services. * Carnival Cruise Line permanently banned 16 passengers involved in a large fight. * Trump tied support for a housing bill to passage of the SAVE Act. GENDER & EDUCATION ISSUES * A federal appeals court struck down parts of a California law involving student gender identity privacy from parents. * MLB is reconsidering restrictions on religious messages and Bible verses on uniforms. * Several Michigan school districts face federal Title IX investigations related to gender and DEI policies. ECONOMIC NEWS * Federal energy programs are supporting additional nuclear power development. * SpaceX experienced a significant decline in valuation after a period of rapid growth. INTERNATIONAL NEWS * Reports surfaced of asbestos being found in some Chinese-made wind turbine components. * U.S. forces killed another senior ISIS leader in Syria. ENTERTAINMENT NEWS * California regulators are examining emissions from Disneyland attractions. * Reports highlighted expensive escort activity surrounding international soccer events. * Daryl Hall received a kidney transplant. * Jim Kelly suffered a stroke after previously beating cancer. * The Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa with the first overall NBA draft pick. MEDICAL NEWS * Debate continues over COVID-19 policies, vaccine safety, and the actions of public health officials during the pandemic. * Additional studies and congressional investigations are being cited by critics of past pandemic responses. AND FINALLY... * A modular construction project reportedly completed a 26-story apartment building in just five days, showcasing advances in prefabricated construction technology. 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TODAY'S NEWS, June 20-22, 2026

POLITICAL NEWS * Reports claim vandalism of Washington D.C.'s renovated Reflecting Pool has led to arrests and increased security. * Multiple polls reportedly show warning signs for Democrats ahead of upcoming elections. * Texas Democrat Jasmine Crockett is reportedly withholding support from Senate candidate James Talarico. * Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated the U.S. has abundant hydrocarbon resources remaining. * Commentary revisits disputes over reporting related to the Trump-Russia investigation. * Chicago experienced another violent weekend with multiple fatalities and injuries. * The FBI arrested a Medicare fraud suspect who had fled to the Philippines. * Polling suggests nearly half of Democrats view socialism favorably. AI NEWS * Some companies are facing unexpectedly high AI-related operating costs, including reported large expenditures on Anthropic's Claude models. * Businesses are increasingly focused on controlling AI infrastructure and computing expenses. * European policymakers are exploring energy-management approaches related to AI usage. IMMIGRATION & BORDER NEWS * Border Patrol has reportedly shifted resources from migrant processing to drug interdiction, resulting in increased drug seizures. * Fifteen individuals were arrested in Minneapolis in connection with anti-ICE activity. CULTURAL NEWS * Authorities reportedly determined a Chicago cross-burning incident was a hoax. * Discussion of Inevitable Differences by John Staddon, which examines cultural, historical, and economic explanations for wealth disparities. ECONOMIC NEWS * Apple plans price increases due to rising memory and storage component costs. * Minneapolis faces declining property values and a budget deficit. * General Motors reportedly replaced approximately 1,000 positions with automation at a Detroit facility. * A second nuclear reactor in Utah is nearing commercial operation. * Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan died at age 100. * Seattle residents are expected to face significant electricity rate increases. INTERNATIONAL NEWS * Commercial shipping continues through the Strait of Hormuz despite regional tensions. * A British zoo incident involving a child thrown into a crocodile enclosure sparked public outrage. * Continued scrutiny surrounds the UK's handling of historical grooming gang scandals. * A French sports commentator faced criticism after remarks about an athlete taking parental leave. * Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered a review of U.S. military posture in Europe. * EV sales rose modestly in Europe but declined in China and the United States. * Colombia reportedly elected a conservative-leaning president. * Middle Eastern oil producers are expanding pipeline infrastructure to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz. ENTERTAINMENT NEWS * International visitors continue to express amazement at the scale of American retail and restaurant culture. * Team USA advanced in international soccer competition. * Commentator Candace Owens has reportedly seen a significant decline in audience size. * Comedian Carlos Mencia was reportedly arrested on tax-related charges. * James Burrows, known for his work on Cheers, died at age 85. MEDICAL NEWS * The commentary questions the effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines, citing disputed claims. * HHS initiatives are focusing on mental health and homelessness. * Ongoing criticism is directed at public health agencies and former officials over pandemic-era decisions. * U.S. infant mortality rates have declined. * Researchers reportedly announced promising advances in lupus treatment. * Authorities uncovered a scheme involving thousands of fraudulent nursing diplomas. FINAL NOTE * A newly cited study suggests thawing permafrost may absorb more carbon dioxide than previously understood, contributing another perspective to ongoing climate science discussions. Larry Schweikart Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 [https://www.wildworldofpolitics.com/blog/hashtags/1] bestselling author   A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423 [https://vimeo.com/40949423] Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys [http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys]   Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history?   Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com [www.wildworldofpolitics.com] and become an INSIDER. 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