Karoline Leavitt heads back to MAGA Inc after White House exit
What's next: The former press secretary plans to attend a Republican convention in Dallas before the November midterm elections.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
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#Midterm Elections
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave at end of August
What's next: Trump did not name a successor, leaving a key West Wing messaging post open ahead of the November midterms.
Netanyahu meets Trump in Washington as US-Israel strains deepen
Why it matters: The talks come as Trump has criticized Israeli strikes in Lebanon and US public support for Israel has slipped.
Reuters/Ipsos poll finds 1 in 3 Americans back war with Iran
Why it matters: 69% said Trump has not clearly explained the goals of US military action, a warning sign before the midterms.
The Straits Times, Antara News +1
Justice Department seeks Supreme Court revival of Trump voting order
What’s next: The justices ordered challengers to respond by Aug. 3 as 23 states and Washington, D.C., fight the plan before the midterms.
The Straits Times, The Hill
McConnell remains hospitalized after June 14 admission
Why it matters: His absence could complicate Senate Republicans' narrow majority before the midterm elections.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour +5