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The US imposed sanctions on three Palestinian rights organizations for allegedly cooperating with the ICC's investigations of Israelis. Secretary of State Rubio cited the ICC's "politicized agenda" as justification. Separately, President Biden underwent Mohs surgery for skin cancer. Chicago Latino leaders urged peaceful protests during Mexican Independence Day celebrations, fearing a Trump-ordered federal troop deployment. Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers urged Detroit's mayor to request Trump's help for crime reduction. The Trump administration is appealing lower court rulings blocking his firing of a Federal Trade Commission member and the closure of the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center. A new White House ballroom is set to be built, and Massachusetts will mandate insurance coverage for state-recommended vaccines, regardless of federal guidelines. First Lady Melania Trump promoted AI education, while Secretary Rubio reiterated that the Gaza war could end with Hamas disarmament. A report suggests that opposition to childhood vaccine mandates stems from parental rights concerns more than safety worries. Rubio announced that two Ecuadorian gangs were designated as terrorist organizations. A Chicago suburb anticipates a month-long Trump administration immigration crackdown, while an offshore wind project is suing the administration for halting its construction. A Federal Reserve nominee stated he would remain a White House employee even after Senate confirmation. Senate hearings revealed contradictions in Secretary Kennedy's stance on vaccines and COVID-19 policies, sparking intense debate. D.C. sued to halt Trump's National Guard deployment.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.