State of the Union: The Iran War could again raise inflation rates, analysts warn. The post U.S. Inflation Edged Lower but Remains Stubborn appeared first on The American Conservative .
Consumer prices increased 0.1 percent from June to July, while the annual inflation rate edged lower to 3.4 percent, according to figures released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, was 0.2 percent in July with the annual figure at 2.5 percent. While energy prices dropped 1.5 percent in July, the costs of both food and shelter rose 0.1 percent each. On an annual basis, however, energy costs in July were up 14.7 percent. Moody’s chief credit officer warned that the Iran War could still cause prices to surge, with energy remaining “the wild card.” The post U.S. Inflation Edged Lower but Remains Stubborn appeared first on The American Conservative .Open
AI:The July Consumer Price Index report shows that while U.S. inflation edged down slightly to an annual rate of 3.4 percent, the trend remains stubbornly high as food and shelter costs continue to climb. Although energy prices saw a minor monthly dip, they remain up over 14 percent on an annual basis, leaving the economy vulnerable to significant volatility. Analysts warn that the ongoing Iran War poses a major threat to price stability, with energy markets acting as a wild card that could trigger a sudden surge in inflation and further disrupt American economic security.Open
State of the Union: The win is a major victory for establishment Democrats over the surging DSA-aligned left flank. The post Major Upset in WI Dem Governor Primary as Crowley Beats Hong appeared first on The American Conservative .
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated the Democratic Socialists of America candidate Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday. The startling upset victory sets up a November contest against the Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany. Crowley received 39.8 percent of the vote to Hong’s 39.4 percent, a margin of slightly more than 3,000 votes. The outcome remained in doubt until Wednesday, after the nearly 30,000 absentee ballots in Milwaukee went uncounted as a result of what poll workers described as “human error.” Hong, a state representative and former restaurant owner from Madison, had an overwhelming lead in pre-election polls. Crowley briefly withdrew from the race on July 8, stating…Open
AI:Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley secured a narrow victory over Democratic Socialists of America candidate Francesca Hong in the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary, defeating her by a margin of just over 3,000 votes. The upset result contradicts pre-election polling that had placed Hong as the overwhelming favorite and was complicated by uncounted absentee ballots in Milwaukee due to human error. Crowley, who resumed his campaign after receiving an endorsement from outgoing Governor Tony Evers, now faces Republican Representative Tom Tiffany, who secured the GOP nomination with President Donald Trump's endorsement. The outcome serves as a significant victory for Democratic establishment figures against the radical…Open
A U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter has crashed in a field near Fort Hood according to two sources familiar with the incident.
AI:Two U.S. soldiers were killed when an Army Apache attack helicopter crashed in a field near Salado, Texas, in an incident involving military equipment operated out of Fort Hood. Following the fatal mishap, officials have temporarily grounded all Apache helicopter training flights while investigations into the cause of the crash are conducted.Open
The White House has lifted its ban on TikTok for federal devices.
Following ByteDance’s divestment to U.S. investors, the Trump administration has reversed a ban on TikTok for federal devices. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: - DETAIL: Back in 2022, the Biden government implemented a ban on TikTok for federal devices over fears of Chinese data collection. ByteDance, the Chinese technology company that created the app, agreed to divest in September 2025 to U.S. investors. The divestment prompted the Department of Justice (DOJ) to reassess its stance. The DOJ ultimately concluded that the app’s U.S. version was no longer subject to the ban. “TikTok is no longer a ‘covered application’ for purposes of the No TikTok on Government Devices Act,” reads a memo from Russell Vought, Director of the…Open
AI:The Trump administration has officially lifted the federal ban on TikTok for government devices following ByteDance's successful divestment to U.S. investors. Originally implemented during the Biden era due to concerns regarding Chinese data collection, the app is no longer classified as a "covered application" by the Office of Management and Budget after the ownership transition secured under President Trump’s administration. While several federal agencies are now establishing official accounts on the platform, the ban remains in effect for both chambers of Congress and various state governments. Despite this shift toward integration, the platform continues to face legal scrutiny regarding its impact on minors, specifically concerning…Open
The network, which ran from at least 2016 through July 2026, was based in New York City but functioned nationally and arranged sham marriages between foreign nationals and United States citizens.
AI:The Justice Department has charged 11 individuals for their roles in a massive marriage fraud network that operated from at least 2016 through July 2026. Operating out of New York City but spanning the entire country, this criminal scheme facilitated over 1,000 sham marriages designed to secure legal status for foreign nationals by exploiting United States citizens. This crackdown on fraudulent unions follows a broader pattern of discovery regarding organized immigration schemes and fake marriage rings aimed at undermining national sovereignty.Open
Air Combat Command's Point Defense Task Force conducts testing and analysis to guide Air Force decisions on safeguarding air bases from diverse aerial threats, including drones and cruise missiles.
AI:Air Combat Command’s Point Defense Task Force is conducting critical testing and analysis to modernize installation security against evolving aerial dangers. The initiative focuses on developing strategies to safeguard Air Force bases from a growing array of sophisticated threats, specifically targeting the increasing prevalence of drones and cruise missiles. This defensive transformation aims to provide actionable intelligence and decision-making guidance to ensure military installations remain secure in an era of rapid technological advancement in aerial warfare.Open
Utah-based Our Rescue was founded by activist Tim Ballard. It was previously known as Operation Underground Railroad and it says it helps law enforcement perform sting operations and rescues human trafficking survivors.
AI:The Utah-based organization Our Rescue, founded by activist Tim Ballard and formerly known as Operation Underground Railroad, has secured a controversial $158 million contract to provide legal representation for unaccompanied immigrant children. The group, which specializes in assisting law enforcement with sting operations and human trafficking rescues, enters this role amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding the management of migrant populations.Open
The federal lawsuit alleges that the service from the president's media company violates the Constitution. Meanwhile, Trump Media executives say they have signed up more than 10 customers.
AI:A federal lawsuit has been filed against President Trump and his media company, alleging that the sale of premium API services providing expedited access to Truth Social posts violates the Constitution. While legal challengers argue that charging for early access to information related to a sitting president's communications is improper, Trump Media executives have confirmed the service's growing traction with over ten customers already signed up for the specialized data feed.Open
Andy Green, a 64-year-old retired Royal Air Force pilot from Britain, was already the only person to break the sound barrier on land. “The ground comes at you very, very quickly,” he said.
AI:Retired Royal Air Force pilot Andy Green has achieved a new milestone in high-speed terrestrial travel by setting a land speed record using a hydrogen-powered vehicle. Reaching speeds exceeding 406 mph, the 64-year-old veteran demonstrates significant advancements in alternative fuel propulsion technology. Having previously become the only individual to break the sound barrier on land, Green’s latest feat highlights continued human ambition in mastering extreme velocity and engineering performance.Open
In a recent interview, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez distanced herself from the 2020 era of progressivism.
AI:Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is attempting to distance herself from the previous era of progressive activism, referred to as "Woke 1.0," following recent commentary where she described that specific movement as "crazy." This strategic pivot comes as various political analysts and commentators debate whether her rebranding is a genuine shift away from past radicalism or a tactical maneuver to maintain influence within the Democratic Party amidst growing tensions regarding socialist and progressive ideologies.Open