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Meta accuses Israeli spyware firm of again targeting WhatsApp users 

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 10:24 pm

Meta accused an Israeli spyware firm on Monday of violating a court order restricting phishing attempts on WhatsApp, a social messaging platform owned by the technology company. In an online statement, Meta announced it has asked a federal court to hold NSO Group in contempt for alleged ties to hacking attempts targeting WhatsApp users.  The...

DOJ finds EEOC guidelines on workplace discrimination unconstitutional

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 10:09 pm

The Justice Department on Tuesday found the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) hiring guidelines unconstitutional, finding they pressure employers to take race into consideration. The opinion from the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) is not a court opinion but could nonetheless make it more difficult for employees to bring discrimination claims against their...

Live updates: Consequential primaries in Maine, South Carolina; House passes reconciliation bill

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 10:00 pm

The Maine Senate race, roiled by controversy last week, will be formalized Tuesday, with primaries set to lock in progressive oyster farmer Graham Platner's bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins (R). Platner has faced a growing heap of controversies that threaten to derail his bid for a must-win seat in the Democratic fight for Senate control this...

Trump warns hundreds of hospitals of fines over missing price information

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:55 pm

The Trump administration has warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide that they are failing to comply with federal price transparency requirements by failing to disclose costs of medical services, arguing that it drives up health care costs higher than necessary. The Associated Press obtained a list of hundreds of hospitals that were issued warning letters...

Wright predicts more oil will move through Hormuz

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Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:47 pm

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story Wright: Oil through Hormuz will 'continue to rise' Energy Secretary Chris Wright predicted Tuesday that the amount oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz will “continue to rise” as the U.S. and Iran work to end the 100-plus day conflict. © AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File During...

US launches strikes on Iran in retaliation for downed helicopter

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Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:39 pm

The U.S. military on Tuesday launched strikes against Iran in retaliation for Tehran shooting down an American Apache helicopter overnight, a response that President Trump hinted at earlier in the day. U.S. Central Command (Centcom) forces “began launching self-defense strikes against Iran at 5 p.m. ET today at the Commander in Chief’s direction, in response to yesterday’s downing of...

Trump faces tough choice: Save spy powers or stick with Pulte

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:36 pm

Pressure is growing on President Trump to back down from his controversial move to appoint Bill Pulte to lead the intelligence community in order to safeguard another priority— renewing America’s warrantless spy powers. A growing number of Democrats have threatened to not renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) — even on...

House sends reconciliation bill funding immigration enforcement to Trump's desk

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:25 pm

House Republicans on Tuesday passed a package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol through 2029, marking a victory for President Trump and GOP leaders. The nearly $70 billion budget reconciliation package that had stalled in the Senate for weeks passed the lower chamber by a vote of 214-212. Rep. Kevin Kiley...

Trump administration offering 'premium' expedited visa interviews for $750

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Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:22 pm

The State Department is launching a new “premium” expedited visa interview service next month, allowing foreigners seeking U.S. travel or business visas to secure appointments within 10 days for an additional $750 fee, according to internal documents obtained by The Associated Press. The program, which is expected to be announced in a Federal Register notice...

US attorney predicts 'people will be charged' over California voter rolls

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:17 pm

Bill Essayli, the first assistant U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, on Monday said it is likely “people will be charged” over alleged voter fraud in California. “I expect people will be charged. But we need a wide-scale audit of the California voter roll, which is what Harmeet and I have been trying to...

White House says UK should not ban social media for kids under 16

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Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:02 pm

The Trump administration is urging the United Kingdom not to enact a social media ban for kids under the age of 16, citing the “benefits” of access to the open internet. Instead of a formal ban, the U.S. Embassy in London is pushing parents to manage their children’s privacy settings, encourage “study modes” and time...

Live results: Graham faces tough South Carolina Senate primary

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:00 pm

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham is facing a tough Tuesday primary battle in South Carolina as he seeks a fourth term in office. He's running against Mark Lynch in the GOP primary and could head to a runoff. He is still heavily favored to ultimately win the Republican nod. On the other side of the aisle,...

Live results: Democrats duke it out in key Maine primary race for battleground House seat

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:00 pm

Republicans have the upper hand in the battle for an open House seat in Maine as voters head to the polls Tuesday. Rep. Jared Golden (D) is leaving his seat in the Pine Tree State's 2nd Congressional District, and Democrats are duking it out for a spot on the November ballot. Cook Political Report rates...

Live results: North Dakota holds House primary election

By: The Hill

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:00 pm

Rep. Julie Fedorchak (R) is slated to easily advance from a Tuesday primary in North Dakota. Democrat Trygve Hammer, a teacher, faces no challengers and is the presumptive nominee on the other side of the aisle in the ruby red state. Polls close at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. EDT. Follow Decision Desk HQ's live...