U.S. Food & Health Cuts: House Republicans advanced a sweeping budget package that would slash Medicaid and SNAP, with a CBO analysis warning millions could lose food assistance and states may face major new costs. DOJ Civil Rights Fight: DOJ moved to join a lawsuit targeting Evanston, Illinois’ racially focused “reparations” program, arguing it violates the Constitution. Immigration Policy Update: Penn issued guidance after a federal court vacated parts of immigration benefit restrictions, with USCIS expected to comply while appeals proceed. China–U.S. Tech & Defense Retaliation: China announced export controls and procurement bans hitting dozens of U.S. firms tied to defense and “dual-use” items, escalating the trade fight. U.S.–Iran Diplomacy: Talks on a U.S.-Iran interim agreement began in Switzerland, but the first day reportedly hit a deadlock amid threats tied to Lebanon. International Security: A U.S. Pacific Air Forces commander visited Sri Lanka to expand air/maritime cooperation, cybersecurity, and disaster response. Colombia Election: Trump-backed Abelardo de la Espriella held a razor-thin lead in Colombia’s runoff, promising a hard line on crime and closer ties with the U.S. Environment & Public Safety: A dead endangered fin whale was found on a cruise ship’s bow in Alaska, prompting a necropsy and investigation.