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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin asked officials in four states to check voter rolls for non-citizens on July 17. Mullin said he identified over 250,000 potential non-citizens registered to vote in California, New Jersey, Nevada and Pennsylvania. He wants these states to confirm they will work with the DHS.
Italy’s Senate on Wednesday gave final approval to the "Free to Choose" bill. This law helps children from mafia families escape criminal life. People under 25 can get new identities, education, and support. While many hope this breaks the cycle of crime, some critics said the state has too much power.
Andy Burnham got elected as the new leader of the UK's Labour Party on Friday. He will become prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer. Burnham said, "We are going to give them hope back." He now faces many challenges, including the rise of Reform UK and economic issues.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov this week, sparking protests in Kyiv. Fedorov said, "We faced a complete blockage of all our initiatives." The move exposed deep rifts over military strategy between tech-focused reformers and the older establishment. Many citizens now worry this turmoil hurts Ukraine’s war effort.
Four Democratic Senate candidates in Maine debated on Thursday, aiming to replace Graham Platner. They attacked Senator Susan Collins, calling her a Trump enabler. Nirav Shah stood out, saying, "It's whether we can afford to live with her for six more years." Many delegates will pick a nominee next weekend.
US ambassador Tilman Fertitta sparked anger in Italy after starting a two-month tour on his $450mn superyacht. While he funds the trip, the Italian state faces heavy security costs. Lawmaker Luana Zanella said, "This display of opulence is not right." Officials said they must protect the ambassador at all times.
Spain’s Pedro Sanchez and U.S. President Donald Trump will meet at Sunday’s World Cup final in New Jersey. Tensions remain high between the leaders over defence spending and the war with Iran. Despite this, Sanchez said Spain sought the best possible relations with its allies during their recent informal conversation.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Manila this weekend for Asia-Pacific meetings. He is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart to prepare for a possible September summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Rubio will also use the trip to deepen the U.S. partnership with the Philippines.
Brussels unveiled its overhaul of the Emissions Trading System today, proposing a new rate of 3.7% in annual cuts. This plan aims to help the EU reach its climate goals. Many industries now face stricter rules as the bloc pushes for a greener future to protect the environment for everyone.
Representative Lauren Underwood joined a Fourth of July parade in Yorkville, Illinois, as Black politicians face a new political landscape. After the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act, many majority-Black districts disappeared. "The idea that Black candidates are only electable in Black districts is patently false," said Underwood.
Since U.S. Special Forces captured President Nicolás Maduro in January, American officials have effectively run Venezuela. Secretary of State Marco Rubio now directs acting president Delcy Rodríguez and controls oil revenues. Economist Carlos Mendoza Potellá said, "We are not a nation anymore. We are a territory with some delegate administrators."
Pastor Jin Mingri got his freedom on July 3 after spending 266 days in a Chinese jail. The release followed a personal appeal by President Trump to Xi Jinping. After landing in Los Angeles, the pastor reunited with his family. He said, "Suddenly, I was free," after expecting a long sentence.