Tycen Proper, a 19-year-old man from Ohio, was arrested for planning an attack at the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House. Federal agents stopped the attack before it happened, and Proper admitted to planning the attack with a group expressing anti-government and religious views.
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Tycen Proper faces charges including attempted murder of a federal officer and conspiracy against the U.S.
The planned attack targeted the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House lawn in Washington, D.C.
The event was part of the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
Proper admitted to planning the attack along with others during an interview with investigators.
Proper had been communicating with a group online described as ex-military and Christian-based, which shared strong religious and anti-government beliefs.
The FBI learned about the planned attack on June 10 and arrested multiple people involved.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed law enforcement stopped the planned attacks before they took place.
Authorities interviewed Proper’s mother, who confirmed his involvement with the online group.
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The optimism of small business owners in the US has dropped to its lowest point since October 2024, according to a recent report. Concerns include taxes, rising prices, and difficulties in hiring workers, leading many businesses to adjust how they operate.
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The National Federation of Independent Business optimism index fell by 0.6 points to 95.3 in May 2025.
This is the lowest level of small business optimism since October 2024.
The index had reached a six-year high in December 2024 after President Donald Trump’s re-election.
Major concerns for small business owners are taxes, inflation (rising prices), and the cost of hiring workers.
About 29% of small business owners reported having trouble filling job openings.
The Guardian is seeking stories from small business owners about how they are managing in the current economic climate.
Business owners can share their experiences anonymously and securely through an encrypted online form.
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Fifteen people in Minnesota were charged with conspiracy for interfering with federal immigration enforcement during a crackdown earlier this year. The charges relate to protests and opposition to immigration agents sent by the Trump administration, which resulted in violent clashes and two deaths.
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Fifteen people were charged with conspiracy to impede federal officers during a Minnesota immigration enforcement operation.
Twelve of the charged individuals were arrested, one was already in custody, and two remain at large.
The accused are said to be part of two Minneapolis-based antifa groups that oppose immigration law enforcement.
The Trump administration began sending thousands of immigration agents to Minnesota in late 2025 amid fraud allegations against Somali residents.
The enforcement operation, called “Operation Metro Surge,” led to protests and the deaths of two people, Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
Federal prosecutors say they may bring more charges as investigations continue.
A group protested outside the courthouse, claiming that protesting is not a crime and accusing the FBI of entrapment.
Similar conspiracy charges have been brought in other states against activists opposing immigration enforcement, with some convictions and some dropped charges.
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Vice President Vance appeared on the TV show “The View” and answered questions about President Donald Trump’s recent remark, “I love inflation.” The hosts asked Vance to explain what President Trump meant about inflation and affordability while Vance was there to talk about his new book.
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Vice President Vance was a guest on ABC’s “The View.”
The show’s hosts asked him about President Trump’s comment, “I love inflation.”
President Trump made the comment about inflation and affordability recently.
The hosts questioned Vance on how to understand President Trump’s statement.
Vance was on the show primarily to promote his new book.
The discussion involved tensions between the hosts and Vance over the inflation topic.
Inflation means the rise in prices of goods and services that affects how much money people need.
“The View” is a talk show where hosts discuss current events and interview guests.
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The National Park Service is using hydrogen peroxide to stop algae from growing in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This action comes after a $13.1 million renovation of the pool that took place during President Trump's administration.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has algae growth issues.
The National Park Service is treating the pool with hydrogen peroxide to remove the algae.
Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical often used to clean and disinfect.
The pool was recently renovated with a budget of $13.1 million.
The renovation happened during President Donald Trump’s administration.
The renovation included repainting the bottom of the pool.
The pool is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
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Heavy flooding hit parts of Texas, causing damage and disruptions. In response, Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared the situation a disaster to help with emergency aid.
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Flooding occurred in Texas, affecting multiple areas.
The heavy rains led to property damage and risk to residents.
Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration.
The declaration allows state resources and federal help to assist those impacted.
Emergency teams are working to support affected communities.
Authorities are monitoring the situation as more rain is possible.
Residents are advised to stay safe and follow official guidance during the flood event.
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Vice President JD Vance wrote a new book where he says religion should play a bigger role in solving America’s problems. He criticizes both Republicans and Democrats for ignoring religious views when politics does not serve them, and he believes keeping church and politics separate can make the church less relevant in public life.
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JD Vance released a book called Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith.
Vance argues Christians should apply their faith to real-world political issues.
He says Republicans often separate religion from politics when it doesn’t benefit them.
Vance criticizes both political parties for their approaches to issues like the economy and immigration.
He supports the Catholic Church’s call for humane immigration policies combined with lawful border control.
The Catholic Bishops criticized past immigration policies under President Trump for harshness towards immigrants.
Vance believes faith should influence all parts of a person's life and public policy.
He thinks church and politics should not be completely separate because it weakens the church’s voice.
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Labour MP Lauren Edwards plans to reintroduce a bill on assisted dying to the UK House of Commons after it was delayed in the House of Lords. She wants the legislative process to continue and hopes the bill will eventually pass despite opposition and previous delays.
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Lauren Edwards is a Labour MP representing Rochester and Strood.
The assisted dying bill was blocked in the House of Lords after over 1,000 amendments were proposed.
Edwards is co-sponsored by Labour MP and disability rights campaigner Marie Tidball and former minister Alex Davies-Jones.
Edwards criticizes the way the bill was stopped, calling it "anti-democratic."
The bill will have its first reading in the Commons and a second reading scheduled for early September.
If blocked again in the Lords, there is hope to use the Parliament Act to bypass the Lords, but only if the Commons approves the bill without changes.
Edwards apologized for past offensive language found on her social media but said it does not reflect her current views.
Some disability groups oppose the bill, raising concerns about its impact.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence advised Republican lawmakers who lost primary elections or chose not to run again to listen to their conscience. He spoke about whether those lawmakers will support or oppose President Trump’s administration.
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Mike Pence is the former Vice President of the United States.
He spoke to Republican lawmakers who lost primaries or aren’t running again.
Pence told them to follow their conscience in deciding how to act.
He commented on their potential support or opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration.
Pence did not give a specific answer on which side those lawmakers should choose.
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Screwworm infections in animals are increasing in the US, mainly in Texas and New Mexico, after the parasite was first found in June. US agricultural officials are working to control the outbreak using sterile flies and other methods to protect livestock and the beef industry.
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Twelve screwworm cases have been confirmed so far, mostly in Texas counties and one in New Mexico.
The screwworm is a parasite that feeds on living tissue in warm-blooded animals' wounds.
This parasite was almost eradicated in the US in the 1970s but has recently reappeared.
The infected animals include cattle, goats, sheep, and one dog.
The USDA advises animal owners to watch for wounds with maggots or unusual signs and report suspected cases quickly.
The US government released millions of sterile flies to reduce the screwworm population.
Pennsylvania has placed restrictions on livestock imports from affected areas to prevent the spread.
Despite the outbreak, US food remains safe because the screwworm does not infest meat or produce.
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ABC News aired an exclusive interview with former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. The interview took place ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
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ABC News conducted a special interview with Barack and Michelle Obama.
The interview was done by Robin Roberts.
It was released shortly before the Obama Presidential Center opens.
The Obama Presidential Center is a new museum and library dedicated to President Obama’s time in office.
The interview gives viewers a first look at their thoughts and plans related to the center.
The news aired on June 16, 2026.
It was part of ABC News' coverage of current political and cultural events.
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Vice President Vance said he believes in conspiracy theories about Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender who died in jail. He spoke about this during an interview on the TV show "The View" while promoting his new book.
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Vice President Vance describes himself as a conspiracy theorist regarding Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein was a sex offender who died while in jail.
Vance discussed this topic on the TV program "The View."
The discussion was part of promoting Vance’s new book.
A recent New York Times article revealed private government meetings about managing information.
The meetings focused on handling how certain news spread in the administration.
Vance’s comments drew attention because of the sensitive nature of the Epstein case.
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The Trump administration has stopped trying to block wind energy projects after a court ruled that President Trump’s 2025 order to freeze federal permits for wind projects was illegal. Clean energy production in the U.S. continues to grow strongly despite earlier government efforts to slow it down.
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The Trump administration abandoned its challenge to a court ruling that blocked its order freezing wind project permits.
The order was found unlawful by a judge, who said the ban on wind projects was unfair and beyond presidential power.
A group of 17 states and Washington, DC, led by New York’s attorney general, filed the lawsuit against the executive order.
Clean energy capacity in the US is projected to add nearly 80 gigawatts in 2026, despite some canceled projects.
Solar and battery storage make up 85% of the clean energy projects planned or under construction.
The US has 471 gigawatts of clean energy online, with 51.6 gigawatts added in 2025 alone.
Another court recently reversed a rule that made it harder for wind and solar projects to qualify for federal tax credits.
Clean energy advocates say the Trump administration’s policies caused delays and cancellations in renewable energy development.
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The Department of Education is planning to move its special education services to the Department of Health and Human Services and its civil rights duties to the Department of Justice. This change is part of President Donald Trump's plan to reduce the size of the Education Department.
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The Department of Education will transfer special education and rehabilitation programs to Health and Human Services (HHS).
Civil rights oversight from the Education Department will move to the Justice Department (DOJ).
These changes affect about 7 million people who get $15 billion in grants under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
IDEA ensures children with disabilities receive free and appropriate education.
President Donald Trump campaigned on closing or shrinking the Department of Education during his 2024 campaign.
The Offices of Special Education Programming and Rehabilitative Services Administration will be moved to HHS.
The shift aims to reorganize government roles related to education and civil rights.
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Naomi Campbell is appealing a five-year ban from running charities after a UK investigation found money from her charity was misused. She blames a co-trustee and lawyer, Bianka Hellmich, for forging her signature and directing funds improperly, while denying she did anything wrong.
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Naomi Campbell faces a five-year ban for running a charity after financial misconduct was found.
Campbell says co-trustee Bianka Hellmich committed identity fraud and forged her signature.
Hellmich was banned for nine years, and another trustee, Veronica Chou, was banned for four years.
The charity, Fashion for Relief, spent only 8.5% of funds on charitable grants.
Money was used on luxury hotels, spa treatments, cigarettes, and security instead of charity work.
Campbell says she trusted Hellmich and was told to play a limited, figurehead role in the charity.
The Charity Commission and Campbell's lawyers have reported fraud allegations to the police.
Fashion for Relief was dissolved and removed from the UK charity register in March 2024.
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Vice President JD Vance appeared on "The View" and discussed the release of over 2.5 million unreleased documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. He said he would check on the status and mentioned that many documents might be duplicates already made public. Vance also shared his concern about Epstein’s connections with powerful people.
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Vice President JD Vance was interviewed on the TV show "The View."
He talked about unreleased files connected to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.
Vance said he believes many of the unreleased documents might be duplicates of already released files.
He admitted to being suspicious about the Epstein case and its handling by officials.
Vance called Epstein a "sex predator" who was linked to many wealthy and influential individuals.
The interview also covered Vance's new book and political topics.
"The View" has faced scrutiny from the Federal Communications Commission about political fairness in broadcasts.
This appearance took place during a busy period for the U.S. government, including upcoming peace talks with Iran.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that 475 beagles from a Wisconsin dog breeding facility used for research are being moved to rescue groups for care and adoption. This move ends years of controversy and legal battles over the treatment of these dogs.
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The 475 beagles were bred at Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin, a large supplier of dogs for laboratory testing.
The dogs are being transferred to Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Florida, which will provide medical care and find them permanent homes.
Beagles are commonly used in research due to their size and behavior, but this practice has faced ethical criticism.
Years of investigations, protests, legal actions, and negotiations led to Ridglan Farms surrendering its breeding license.
In early 2026, about 1,500 beagles were already removed from the facility in previous rescues.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services credited President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for their leadership in the effort.
Animal groups said the rescue was the result of many years of advocacy and work by multiple organizations and volunteers.
Some lawmakers called the closure a positive step but said more work is needed to protect animals used in testing.
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President Donald Trump nominated Jay Clayton to be the director of national intelligence. Clayton is set to testify in a Senate hearing as part of the confirmation process.
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Jay Clayton was previously the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York.
He also served as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
President Trump announced Clayton’s nomination on social media.
The nomination comes after the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard from the intelligence director role.
There was controversy over Bill Pulte being named acting director before Clayton’s nomination.
Congress, especially Democrats, resisted renewing foreign intelligence powers due to the acting director issue.
The director of national intelligence oversees 18 intelligence agencies.
Clayton’s confirmation hearing is scheduled for June 17 at 2 p.m. EDT before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
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President Donald Trump and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp support different candidates in the Georgia Republican Senate runoff election. Voters in Georgia and other states are casting ballots in runoff elections to decide who moves on to the general election.
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Georgia is holding runoff elections for the Republican Senate seat.
President Trump supports one candidate in the runoff.
Governor Brian Kemp supports a different Republican candidate.
Runoff elections happen when no candidate gets a majority in the first round.
Voters in multiple states are voting in various local and state runoff elections today.
The runoff results will determine which candidates advance to the general elections.
This election is important for control of the Senate and local offices.
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A court in Bristol is hearing a case about the death of a four-week-old baby named Atticus Bartlett. His father, Tony Bartlett, is accused of shaking him violently, which caused severe brain and spinal injuries leading to the baby’s death. Bartlett denies the charges of murder and manslaughter.
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The baby, Atticus Bartlett, was four weeks old when he collapsed at home in Chard, Somerset.
Tony Bartlett, the father, was a postal worker and had consumed up to nine pints of beer before caring for the baby.
The baby’s mother, Evelyn Ballentyne, found Atticus floppy, grey, and making gasping noises late at night.
Bartlett allegedly shook Atticus so hard that it caused brain damage, spinal cord injury, and broken ribs.
Atticus was taken to Musgrove Park hospital and then Bristol Royal hospital for children but never recovered and died on July 23, 2022.
Bartlett denies the charges of murder and manslaughter.
The trial is ongoing in Bristol crown court.
The baby was cared for earlier by his grandmother and her husband while Bartlett and Ballentyne went out.
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