German media prominently featured the US Senate's approval of President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' or tax law, passed after a marathon session. This development culminated earlier discussions about his economic policies. Domestically, the persistent extreme heatwave continued as a significant editorial priority, with detailed reports on daily impacts, public health measures, and discussions on urban climate adaptation. New national security concerns also gained attention, with reports of alleged Iranian plots targeting Jewish institutions in Germany and related arrests. Concurrently, Poland's decision to introduce border controls with Germany became a key focus, analyzed as part of evolving migration dynamics. Earlier in the day, domestic violent crime, including stabbings and police actions, also received notable coverage.