Live updates: Supreme Court sharply limits use of race in redistricting; James Comey appears in court
The Supreme Court ruled that a congressional map in Louisiana was a racial gerrymander, further weakening the Voting Rights Act. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Caine testified to House lawmakers about the Iran war and the Pentagon's budget request.
The Supreme Court has ruled that a congressional map in Louisiana was a racial gerrymander, despite being drawn to comply with the Voting Rights Act. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine testified before House lawmakers for six hours about the Iran war and the Pentagon's budget request. The war has cost the U.S. $25 billion so far, according to Acting Pentagon Comptroller Jules Hurst. Former FBI Director James Comey made his first court appearance after being indicted for allegedly threatening President Donald Trump's life by posting a photo of seashells on Instagram. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche secured the indictment against Comey, with Trump expressing happiness with Blanche's performance.
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