Trump looms over G7 after early departure

A federal judge in Boston granted class-action status to transgender and nonbinary Americans in a lawsuit against a State Department policy requiring passports to match birth certificate sex, citing potential Fifth Amendment violations. The judge's injunction allows all class members to challenge the policy while the case proceeds, despite the government's appeal and claims of administrative burden. Need More Context? 🔎

Investigators are examining the alleged plot of Vance Boelter, accused of murdering Minnesota lawmakers Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and shooting Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Dressed as a police officer and armed with multiple firearms, Boelter's motive remains unclear, though his writings suggest a long-planned attack targeting elected officials, all Democrats. Need More Context? 🔎

Attorneys for Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil have requested his immediate release on bail or a transfer to New Jersey to be closer to his family, as he has been detained since March on allegations that he poses a threat to U.S. foreign policy. Khalil, who contests claims that he misrepresented his work history on his green card application, has not been charged with a crime and is a target of the Trump administration's crackdown on...

R. Kelly was hospitalized after allegedly receiving an overdose of medication while in custody, prompting claims from his attorney that prison officials are attempting to endanger his life. His legal team is seeking a presidential pardon and has filed motions citing threats against him, including claims that he was targeted for assassination by another inmate at the request of prison officials. Need More Context? 🔎

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy warned employees that embracing artificial intelligence (AI) is crucial, as it is expected to lead to workforce reductions in the coming years due to efficiency gains. He noted that while AI will automate many routine tasks across the company, it also presents opportunities for employees who adapt, as half a million sellers are already utilizing Amazon's AI tools for product information. Need More Context? 🔎

Padilla Speaks Out on Forced Removal From News ConferenceSenator Alex Padilla condemned Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's remarks about "liberating" Los Angeles from elected officials and expressed his outrage after being forcibly removed from a press conference while attempting to question her. He highlighted the un-American nature of her statements and criticized the silence of federal agents present during the incident. Need More Context? 🔎