The US Supreme Court overturned a lower court's decision, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with federal employee layoffs and agency restructuring. This decision permits workforce cuts across nearly two dozen federal agencies, as part of Trump's plan to reduce government spending.

On July 8, 2025, Trump reaffirmed the August 1 tariff deadline, threatening key trading partners with increased tariffs, including 25% on goods from Japan and South Korea. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported approximately $100 billion in tariff revenue collected this year, projecting over $300 billion by year's end.

President Trump criticized Vladimir Putin regarding the lack of progress in Ukraine peace talks, stating Putin is 'killing many people' and considering further sanctions against Russia. Trump is also considering a bill on new sanctions against Russia, which includes tariffs and sanctions against countries supporting the Russian-Ukrainian war.

On July 8, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with former President Trump at the White House in D.C. for a second round of talks. The meeting focused on the management of Gaza and a possible ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

On July 8, 2025, President Trump said he is considering federal control of Washington, D.C., citing crime concerns. He also suggested similar action could be taken in New York.

Rep. Pramila Jayapal stated she is most inspired when people obstruct ICE during an interview on "The Joy Reid Show" on July 7, 2025. She also promoted her "Resistance Lab" initiative, which provides training in nonviolent resistance tactics.

Six months after the Eaton and Palisades fires, Governor Gavin Newsom urged for billions in federal funding to support California's wildfire recovery. Newsom requested $40 billion in additional wildfire funding.

Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones launched his campaign for governor, becoming a major Republican candidate. Jones, a Trump-aligned candidate, aims to eliminate the state income tax.

On July 8, 2025, Donald Trump criticized the legal challenges faced by Jair Bolsonaro, Marine Le Pen, and Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling them as 'witch hunts.' Trump's comments echoed his previous interventions in Le Pen's embezzlement case and Netanyahu's corruption case.

On July 8, 2025, Mick Mulvaney discussed the Freedom Caucus's role in Trump's GOP, noting their continued relevance due to slim congressional margins. Mulvaney expressed confidence in the relevancy of the Freedom Caucus.

The Democratic Party's moderate-liberal faction faces declining influence as socialist-left progressives like AOC, Sanders, and Mamdani gain dominance. The article examines internal party conflicts, electoral challenges, and the potential impact on 2028 elections.

Supporters of Donald Trump are criticizing the absence of a client list in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, accusing the Department of Justice of concealing the truth. The DOJ released a memo concluding Epstein died by suicide and no secret client list existed.

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to defund Planned Parenthood via a tax law provision, issuing a temporary restraining order. This prevents immediate Medicaid funding cuts to the healthcare provider.

The Trump administration announced a new work program to expedite H-2A agricultural worker visas, benefiting Mexicans, and stated that irregular migration has decreased to "zero." Charlie Kirk warned Trump that granting amnesty to migrants working illegally in the U.S. would "break" the MAGA coalition.

On July 8, 2025, Donald Trump stated the US is 'two days off' from sending the EU a letter regarding tariffs, while the EU believes a deal is unlikely in the next few days. The EU has been 'very nice' in trade talks.

The stories discuss the impact of Trump’s immigration policies during his second term, focusing on executive orders, student visa scrutiny, and employment-based immigration. The policies include increased arrests of non-violent migrants and a surge in non-criminal arrests by ICE.

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention appointed Barry Zisholtz, a retired Georgia urologist and supporter of President Donald Trump, as a senior adviser to the agency’s director. This appointment was revealed through an internal email obtained by Bloomberg News.

President Trump's tax bill provides a $6,000 deduction for individuals and $12,000 for couples over 65 with income limits. It's estimated that about 34 million seniors will see reduced income taxes.

Senator Ted Cruz faced criticism for vacationing in Greece while Texas experienced devastating floods on July 4, 2025, resulting in at least 105 deaths. Cruz's office stated the trip was preplanned, but he was criticized for his absence during the crisis.

A YouGov ranking released on July 8, 2025, shows Donald Trump's popularity has fallen below Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton. Trump ranks 17th with 37% positive opinions.

On July 8, 2025, President Trump held a Cabinet meeting, discussing the Texas floods, newly unveiled tariffs, and the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. The meeting also touched on the war with Hamas in Gaza and last month's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.

During a Cabinet meeting, Donald Trump criticized former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley for allegedly leaving billions of dollars' worth of military equipment in Afghanistan. Trump called Milley 'an idiot' and described the withdrawal as 'the most embarrassing moment in the history of our country.'