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Jun 11, 2026

Summary

A federal judge denied a request to block the Justice Department’s $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies, deeming the case moot. Primary election turnout surged for Democrats in key states like South Carolina and Nevada. Meanwhile, Republicans advance efforts to repeal the roadless rule for national forests. Other stories cover rising inflation, delays to the Gordie Howe Bridge, climate-driven hail damage, and the death of Japanese politician Yohei Kono.

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Capital One Safe Card advertisement Judge denies block on DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund Record Democratic turnout in primary elections GOP effort to repeal roadless forest logging ban Inflation hits three-year high due to gas prices Delays in opening Gordie Howe International Bridge Climate change linked to larger hailstones Death of Japanese politician Yohei Kono Wealthfront cash account advertisement
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