Immigration & Courts: A federal appeals court refused to pause sanctions tied to Trump’s $1.8B IRS settlement fight, keeping the case moving while the emergency bid failed. Federal Grants & Elections: A judge blocked FEMA from tying emergency preparedness grants to states changing election practices, striking election-related conditions from the grant process. Government Tech: Trump launched the AI-powered America.gov to answer questions and route people to services using official sources, even as critics warn AI can still mislead. Supreme Court Watch: Justices are weighing major early-term fights, including a Texas case over requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools. Immigration Enforcement: Burundi said it will accept some U.S. deportees, but details like numbers and timing remain vague. Human Rights & Detention: A pro-Palestinian activist detained by ICE described his case as a stain on U.S. conscience, highlighting concerns about deportation of lawful residents. Midterms & Messaging: Experts challenged taxpayer-funded Trump TV ads as illegal propaganda, while separate coverage tracks how the administration is using media and policy to shape the election. Local Governance & Recovery: Georgia marked two years since Hurricane Helene, with long-term rebuilding still lagging in lower-income areas. Trade & Industry: Trump’s Iowa steel mill pitch underscores a broader push to revive manufacturing amid tariff fallout. Cybersecurity for Small Business: A new House bill would expand SBA cybersecurity guidance and resources for small firms. NGO & Youth at the UN: Stella’s Girls and its coalition partners are sending youth advocates to a U.N. event focused on girls’ rights and ending child marriage.