President Trump Announces Deal for Hamas Disarmament and Israeli Withdrawal from Gaza
The Jerusalem Post · 2026-07-31T08:15:00.000Z
President Donald Trump announced a 'historic' agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, with Israeli forces set to withdraw in phases. The White House announcement comes nine months after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire was signed, with negotiations having previously deadlocked over the implementation of its second phase. The deal aims to establish lasting peace and security in the region, though Israel reportedly remains skeptical.
Congress Passes Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to Address Housing Shortage
The Pew Charitable Trusts · 2026-07-31T00:00:00.000Z
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan housing legislation, has overwhelmingly passed Congress and became law without the President's signature on July 11, 2026. The act aims to speed up housing production and lower costs by removing federal regulatory barriers, reforming the HOME program, and limiting large institutional investors in the single-family home market. It also streamlines environmental reviews for small projects and infill housing.
The Pew Charitable Trusts · 2026-07-31T00:00:00.000Z
The "21st Century ROAD to Housing Act," a bipartisan bill, has become law without the President's signature. This legislation aims to tackle the nation's housing shortage and reduce costs by removing federal regulatory barriers, streamlining approval processes, and expanding financing options for lower-cost homes. It also seeks to limit large institutional investors in single-family markets, potentially impacting housing accessibility and affordability nationwide.
White House Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Countries Following USTR Forced Labor Investigation
The Presidential Prayer Team · 2026-07-31T00:00:00.000Z
The Trump administration is implementing new tariffs on 60 countries after an investigation by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) found that these nations have not enforced bans on imports of products made with forced labor. This action, taken under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aims to encourage U.S. trading partners to implement and enforce prohibitions on importing goods produced by forced labor.
White House Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Enforcement
The Presidential Prayer Team · 2026-07-31T00:00:00.000Z
The Trump administration is imposing new tariffs on 60 countries following an investigation by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The investigation found that these countries have not adequately enforced bans on imports of products made with forced labor. This action is intended to encourage U.S. trading partners to implement and enforce their own prohibitions on importing goods produced by forced labor.
Senate Committee Advances Bill to Block Education Department's Special Education Outsourcing Plan
Disability Scoop · 2026-07-31T00:00:00.000Z
A bipartisan vote in the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced legislation to prevent the Department of Education from transferring or outsourcing responsibilities of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) to other agencies. This action intensifies opposition to the Education Department's plan to offload many special education functions to the Department of Health and Human Services, a move criticized by some lawmakers as misaligned with program purposes.
President Trump Delegates Defense Production Act Authority for Recoverable Critical Minerals
The White House · 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
President Donald J. Trump signed a Presidential Determination delegating authority under the Defense Production Act to institute export restrictions on recoverable critical minerals and materials. This action aims to secure domestic supply chains for these industrial resources, which are deemed necessary for national defense, addressing the U.S.'s heavy reliance on foreign sources and the threat of supply chain disruptions.
President Trump Unveils $22 Billion Plan to Overhaul Washington Dulles Airport
Maryland Daily Record (via Reuters Connect) · 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
President Donald Trump announced a $22 billion initiative to reconstruct Washington Dulles International Airport. The plan includes replacing concourses and adding a large parking garage, while maintaining the iconic main terminal. This project is part of a series of major infrastructure announcements made by the administration in the U.S. capital region.
Trump Administration to End Medicare Drug Subsidy Program, Raising Concerns for Seniors
KSAT · 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
The Trump administration is ending a Medicare drug subsidy program, a decision that could impact prescription drug costs for 25 million seniors. While federal officials claim the financial impact will be minimal, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the move, stating it actively raises prescription drug costs for older adults.
President Trump Issues Executive Order to Secure Defense Supply Chains and Critical Materials
The White House / Holland & Knight Alert · 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14415, "Securing America's Defense Supply Chains and Ensuring Domestic Acquisition of Critical Materials," on July 20, 2026, with reporting on the order released today. The order directs the U.S. Department of War to tighten statutory sourcing waivers, develop detailed supply chain mapping, and require alternative sourcing for materials from "unreliable foreign suppliers" like North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran, with new limitations effective January 1, 2027.
President Trump Signs Executive Order to Strengthen Defense Supply Chains
Holland & Knight Alert · 2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing the U.S. Department of War to tighten the use of statutory sourcing waivers, establish more detailed defense supply chain mapping and supplier vetting requirements, and mandate alternative sourcing for certain materials and components from "unreliable foreign suppliers." The EO aims to secure America's defense supply chains and ensure domestic acquisition of critical materials.