19:03โขCourt Halts Ballroom, Cassidy Backs Blanche
The newspapers report on the federal appeals court blocking construction of the White House ballroom, ruling that President Trump needs congressional approval. This story dominates coverage across outlets, with many framing it as a check on executive power. Concurrently, Senator Bill Cassidy's decision to support Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination clears the way for confirmation, drawing attention from multiple sources.
The New York Times
Justin Trudeau, Katy Perry and the Look of the Celebrity Statesman
Our chief fashion critic weighs in on what the former prime ministerโs rebrand as a boyfriend says about the intersection of politics and entertainment.
18:36
The Washington Post
Senate confirms package of 74 Trump nominees: โBest confirmation track record in a quarter centuryโ
The Senate confirmed 74 nominees to the Trump administration on Friday, clearing 95% of the civilian nominees pending floor consideration at a historically fast pace.
18:28
Associated Press
Appeals court rules Trump canโt build White House ballroom without congressional approval
President Donald Trump says a federal appeals courtโs decision that he cannot build a $400 million ballroom at the White House without congressional approval is unjust.
17:41
In a troubling sign for the economy, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said that it revised down the prior two monthsโ jobs by a combined 103,000.
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