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5 min readPresident Trump, once a vocal critic of cryptocurrency, has now disclosed that he and his family have taken in more than a billion dollars from crypto ventures. A new mandatory financial disclosure form reveals the staggering sum, prompting the White House to insist that Trump acts only in the public interest and is not involved in the day-to-day operations of the businesses run by his sons. The administration has also attacked the media for raising ethics questions, arguing that Trump has done great things for America by helping the crypto industry.
Justice Department Targets "Birth Tourism" After Supreme Court Ruling
The Justice Department is shifting its focus to visitors suspected of entering the country specifically to give birth, a practice known as "birth tourism." This move comes on the heels of the U.S. Supreme Court striking down President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is now setting his sights on birth tourism operations, aiming to go after those who come to the U.S. under what he called "false pretenses." Pregnant women and those involved in their travel could face charges such as visa fraud or money laundering, as the department seeks to deter the practice of foreign nationals entering the country solely to secure American citizenship for their children.
Texas Senate Race Heats Up
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- 1 (00:04) **Trump Family Crypto Holdings** - A new financial disclosure form shows President Trump and his family have taken in over a billion dollars in crypto, despite his past criticism of the industry.
- 2 (01:00) **DOJ Targets "Birth Tourism"** - The Justice Department is shifting focus to visitors suspected of coming to the U.S. to give birth, following the Supreme Court's rejection of Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship.
- 3 (02:08) **Texas Senate Race Gridlock** - The race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton is in a deadlock, with public polls showing Talarico with a slight lead or tied.
- 4 (02:45) **U.S. Men's Soccer Advances in World Cup** - The U.S. Men's National Team defeated Bosnia Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to the round of 16, where they will face Belgium on Monday in Seattle.
- 5 (03:01) **Russian Attack on Kyiv** - Authorities in Kyiv report at least eight people killed and over 30 injured in a Russian missile and drone attack, with residential buildings on fire.
- 6 (03:27) **Kroger to Buy Giant Eagle** - Kroger plans to acquire the Pennsylvania-based rival Giant Eagle for $1.7 billion, its first major deal since the failed Albertsons merger.
- 7 (04:21) **Heat Warnings Expand Across U.S.** - Tens of millions of Americans are under heat warnings expanding from the Midwest to the Northeast, expected to last through the July 4th holiday weekend.
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