Climate & Energy Policy: The Trump EPA plans to scrap Biden-era limits on power-plant carbon emissions and even move to rescind its authority to regulate climate pollution, arguing it will lower electricity costs while critics warn of health harms. Defense Readiness: A GAO assessment says the Air Force’s aerial refueling fleet is deteriorating, with KC-135 and KC-46 sustainment problems widening a capability gap. War Costs & Economic Pressure: The CBO estimates the Iran conflict has cost the Pentagon about $38B as shipping and oil disruptions add inflationary strain. Immigration & Civil Rights: The U.S. announced visa restrictions targeting South African officials tied to “race-based discrimination,” escalating tensions with Pretoria. Elections & Voting Access: The Supreme Court blocked Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions from taking effect for the 2026 election, keeping rules in place. Nonprofit & Housing: A Miami-Dade affordable housing nonprofit says 35 Liberty City projects remain stalled amid alleged county interference. Local Governance: Salt Lake City permanently limits new nonresidential water use, with possible tighter caps under review. National Security & Space: U.S. officials acknowledged on-orbit space control weapons as orbital militarization rises. DEI Enforcement: Accenture agreed to pay $25M to settle U.S. government allegations over diversity practices. Trade & Infrastructure: The Gordie Howe bridge’s U.S.-Canada role is being reframed as tariffs strain cross-border trust.