Tim Scott targets El-Sayed as Michigan Senate race hardens
Why it matters: Republicans see Michigan's open Senate seat as a top pickup chance after Gary Peters' retirement.
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#Tim Scott
Trump backs Lindsey Graham’s sister for South Carolina Senate seat
What’s next: Gov. Henry McMaster is set to name an interim senator as Republicans defend a narrow Senate majority and prepare for an Aug. 11 special primary.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +9
Trump backs Lindsey Graham’s sister for interim Senate seat
What’s next: Gov. Henry McMaster is due to name a temporary replacement before an Aug. 11 special primary for November’s ballot.
The New York Times, BBC News (US & Canada) +4
Anthropic accused Alibaba of 28.8 million AI model extraction attempts
Why it matters: Anthropic told the Senate the activity used about 25,000 fraudulent accounts and could sharpen Washington's push for tighter AI controls.
Bloomberg, CNBC
Alan Wilson wins South Carolina GOP governor runoff
What's next: Wilson will face Democrat Jermaine Johnson in November to succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour
Senate passes 85-5 housing bill capping investor home purchases
What's next: The House is expected to vote later this week on the bipartisan measure backed by President Donald Trump.
Bloomberg, CNBC +3