House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know

The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.

President Trump takes family of fallen soldier to Georgia on Air Force One

President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday morning to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members who recently lost their lives in the Middle East. 

Zohran Mamdani calls for arrest of Benjamin Netanyahu
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New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani is escalating a public beef with Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating he is not welcome in NYC for September's UN general assembly and calling for him to be arrested.

Florida Congressman Cory Mills under active investigation by DOJ: Source to FOX News

Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.

US Forces attack Iranian targets for 11th straight night
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U.S. forces spent an 11th straight night attacking targets in Iran, including operations centers and drone sites. U.S. Secretary Pete Hegseth says the cost of the Iran War has surpassed $38B. 

Lawmakers accuse Smithsonian museums of pushing political narrative
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There's a debate in D.C. about how America tells the story of itself, with lawmakers accusing the country's largest set of museums of pushing political narratives in exhibits.

Seattle Kraken CEO warns Washington lawmakers of spending habits
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Seattle Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke, a prominent figure who normally doesn't speak up about politics, now has a warning for Washington lawmakers, saying they have an insatiable appetite for spending beyond their means.

Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
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After weeks of easing tensions, President Trump re-ignited the trade war on Monday, announcing 50% tariffs on certain Canadian imports.

Fired WA US Attorney files lawsuit against Trump administration
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Roger Rogoff, the former US Attorney in Seattle who was fired less than an hour after being appointed the job, is suing the Trump administration.

Hegseth seeks $87 billion for military amid ongoing Iran war
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President Trump says Tehran desperately wants to meet as he weighs a crucial decision on whether to restart full-scale operations against Iran.

Washington US Attorney immediately fired by Trump files lawsuit

The top federal prosecutor in Seattle who was fired last week less than an hour after being sworn in is suing the government over his termination.

Trump considering return to full-scale war on Iran
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President Trump is expected to decide whether to expand military operations against Iran in the coming days. U. S. forces have already launched intense airstrikes for ten straight days. Reporter Rebekah Castor joins Good Day Seattle with the latest. 

Trump announces new 50% tariff on Canadian goods
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A 50% tariff will be in effect for most Canadian goods in 30 days. President Trump is reportedly asking aids to look into more potential tariffs on Canada due to its wildfires impacting air quality in the U.S. 

Andy Burnham sworn in as new UK prime minister
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For the seventh time in just 10 years, the United Kingdom has a new prime minister. Andy Burnham, who was sworn in on Monday, says he wants to hit the ground running.

Trump calls for investigation into manual used in climate change cases

President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.

US and Iran continue to exchange airstrikes
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For the ninth straight night, the US has fired at military targets in Iran. President Trump says it is in honor of two American soldiers killed by Iranian missile attacks over the weekend. Reporter Trey Yingst joins Good Day Seattle with more. 

Andy Burnham takes over as U.K. Prime Minister
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Andy Burnham has taken over as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, replacing Keir Starmer. He is the seventh UK prime minster in the last ten years. 

Why ending Daylight Saving Time could seriously impact Washington
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The House has passed legislation that would end Daylight Saving Time in America. If the Senate also passes the bill, Seattle could be in for some long, dark mornings.