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Alexander Zverev Reaches U.S. Open Semifinals in Straight Sets

German player Alexander Zverev defeated Botic van de Zandschulp to advance to the semifinals, leaving him as the only former Grand Slam champion remaining in the men’s draw.

New Studies Show Rising Cancer and Respiratory Illness Among Sept. 11 Responders

Public health data indicate increasing rates of serious cancers and respiratory disease among World Trade Center survivors and first responders 25 years after the attacks.

U.S. Experts Warn of Weakened Counter-Terrorism Capacity Ahead of Sept. 11 Anniversary

Intelligence specialists and lawmakers raised concerns about the state of domestic counter-terrorism capabilities as the United States prepares to mark 25 years since the September 11 attacks.

Congress Intensifies Scrutiny of AI Companies as Anthropic Reports Fourth Major Hack

Lawmakers increased pressure on the artificial intelligence industry after a researcher warned of potentially catastrophic AI risks and Anthropic disclosed its fourth major hacking incident.

Trump Promises $5,000 Payment to Every American if Republicans Win Congress

President Donald Trump told the Republican midterm convention in Dallas that every U.S. citizen would receive $5,000 if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate in November.

Supreme Court Asked to Resolve Missouri Congressional Map Dispute

Legal teams are seeking urgent Supreme Court intervention over Missouri’s redistricting lines, warning that conflicting lower-court rulings could complicate election administration ahead of the midterms.

Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Some Immigrants From Census Reapportionment

The White House proposed removing some legal and undocumented immigrants from the population count used to allocate congressional seats and federal funding, setting up a contentious legal and political fight.

U.S. and Canada Escalate Trade Dispute With New Tariffs and Import Restrictions

Washington moved to restrict Canadian dairy, alcohol and motor-vehicle imports after Ottawa imposed tariffs on nearly $28 billion of U.S. goods, deepening the bilateral trade confrontation.

Strong U.S. Jobs Report and Higher Oil Prices Raise Expectations for Fed Rate Increase

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August while energy prices surged, leading investors to increase bets that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its next meeting.

U.S. Sanctions 27 Iranian Airlines and Third-Country Supply Firms

The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 27 Iranian aviation companies and associated foreign firms, targeting logistics networks it says support Iran’s military and regional allies.

Iran Fires 20 Missiles at Al-Azraq Air Base in Jordan

Iranian forces launched 20 missiles at the military base in Jordan as the Middle East conflict widened, with Jordanian air defenses intercepting most of the projectiles.

U.S. Military Destroys Five Iranian Oil Tankers as Crude Rises Above $100

The U.S. military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks on an American warship, while the continuing conflict disrupted the Strait of Hormuz and pushed global crude prices above $100 a barrel.

Former Amazon Employees Sue Company Over Alleged Pregnancy Discrimination

Four former corporate employees filed a federal civil rights lawsuit accusing Amazon of discriminatory practices against pregnant workers, adding to scrutiny of the company’s labor policies.

Will Jawando Suspends Montgomery County Executive Campaign After Heart Attack

Democratic candidate Will Jawando paused campaign activity after being hospitalized following a heart attack, creating uncertainty in the Montgomery County executive race.

Justice Department Declines Charges Over False Allegations Involving Pete Buttigieg’s Children

Federal prosecutors decided not to charge a woman who fabricated threats involving the children of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, prompting criticism from administration officials.

Trump Administration Blocks California Ban on Disposable Camping Propane Canisters

The federal government prevented California from enforcing a law banning single-use propane canisters, arguing that the measure interfered with interstate commerce and consumer affordability.

Congress Debates Nationwide Restrictions on Intoxicating Hemp and Delta Products

Lawmakers are weighing legislation to close loopholes allowing the sale of intoxicating hemp derivatives, drawing competing pressure from agricultural, beverage and marijuana industry groups.

Congress Struggles to Reach Deal on National College Athlete Compensation Rules

A bipartisan working group remains divided over legislation governing name, image and likeness payments, leaving colleges and the NCAA facing different rules across individual states.

New Hampshire’s Stefany Shaheen Wins Democratic Nomination for First Congressional District

Stefany Shaheen secured the Democratic nomination for New Hampshire’s First District, setting up a competitive general election contest for the closely watched seat.

Democratic Governors Protest Outside Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and other Democratic leaders organized demonstrations focused on abortion access and democratic norms as Republicans gathered in Texas.

John Fetterman Addresses Republican Convention in Surprise Video Appearance

Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman appeared by video at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas and pledged to work across party lines with President Donald Trump.

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill Faces Pressure Over Lieutenant Governor Corruption Probe

An expanding federal investigation involving New Jersey’s lieutenant governor has prompted calls for resignations and created political pressure for Democratic Governor Mikie Sherrill.

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee Loses Democratic Primary to Helena Foulkes

Incumbent Governor Dan McKee was defeated by former corporate executive Helena Foulkes, making him the first sitting U.S. governor in eight years to lose a primary election.

Air Traffic Controllers’ Union Condemns FAA Leadership Over Staffing and Overtime

The union representing U.S. air traffic controllers publicly criticized agency management, warning that understaffing and forced overtime are placing growing pressure on the national aviation system.

Air Force One Departure Delayed After Emergency Slide Deploys on Tarmac

President Donald Trump’s departure was delayed after an evacuation slide unexpectedly deployed from the newly commissioned presidential aircraft, prompting a safety and security review by the FAA and Secret Service.

U.S. Pledges $45 Million in Security Assistance and Naval Assets to Ecuador

The State Department and Pentagon finalized a security package including additional naval vessels as Washington expands cooperation with Ecuador against organized crime.

U.S. Approves $1.9 Billion Loan to Restart Iowa Nuclear Power Plant

The Energy Department finalized a federal loan guarantee to recommission a decommissioned nuclear facility in Iowa as the administration seeks additional domestic power-generation capacity.

Democratic States Sue Trump Administration Over Endangered Species Rollbacks

A coalition of state attorneys general filed a federal lawsuit challenging changes to Endangered Species Act protections, arguing that the administration’s approach unlawfully favors development and resource extraction.

Jim Jordan Prepares to Step Down From House Judiciary and Oversight Chairmanships

Representative Jim Jordan is preparing to relinquish leadership of the two powerful House committees, setting up a succession contest within the Republican conference.

House Republicans Explore Measures to Eliminate Federal Funding for Planned Parenthood

Speaker Mike Johnson said Republican leaders are considering provisions to remove federal funding from Planned Parenthood as Congress approaches another round of government spending negotiations.

Trump Administration Proposes Childcare Subsidies for Married Couples With Stay-at-Home Parent

The Department of Health and Human Services is drafting rules that would direct federal childcare assistance toward married households where one parent does not work outside the home, drawing opposition from labor advocates.

Federal Ethics Officials Scrutinize Trump’s Cash Gifts to White House Aides

Financial disclosures show President Donald Trump gave more than $150,000 in cash gifts to administration staff, including $45,000 to aide Natalie Harp, raising questions about federal gift rules.

Armed Assailant Attacks Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Democratic nominee Amy Acton was targeted by an armed attacker during an event in northeastern Ohio, leaving several bystanders injured and prompting renewed scrutiny of candidate security.

FBI and Justice Department Shut Down Alleged Chinese Cyber Espionage and Scam Network

Federal authorities said they dismantled a cyber and financial-crime operation run by Chinese nationals in the United States following a multi-agency investigation.

U.S. Agencies Accuse Chinese Firms of Large-Scale Theft of American AI Technology

Three federal agencies issued reports alleging that Chinese companies have exploited or taken U.S. frontier artificial intelligence models, while Beijing rejected the accusations and American developers separately warned about risks from...