Newsweek is reporting that Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly during his testimony before Senator Rand Paul's Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. It said Republican senators, including Josh Hawley and Bernie Moreno, criticized Fauci for his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic and for declining to answer questions. Hawley accused Fauci of getting rich and soliciting cash prizes, while Moreno criticized strict COVID-era rules. The committee plans to vote next week on holding Fauci in contempt.
Newsweek is reporting that the U.S. resumed strikes on Iranian military targets after Iran fired missiles at U.S. forces in Jordan. It said President Donald Trump had warned of strong retaliation. Newsweek also noted that Dan Perry writes about Trump's close relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu potentially jeopardizing the U.S.-Israel alliance.
Newsweek is reporting that Venezuela's economic recovery is defying Democratic expectations that President Trump's dramatic removal of Nicolas Maduro would lead to the country's collapse. It also said Russian missile strikes in Ukraine stretched to the border of Poland, prompting Poland to scramble air defenses. Newsweek highlighted Christopher Roberts' argument for a double standard in how criticisms of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin are viewed. Additionally, Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted centers run by Wildberries, Russia's dominant online retailer.
Newsweek is reporting that Telegram, a messaging app, is banned in Russia, and its founder, Pavel Durov, is wanted for aiding terrorism. It also said new data indicates European allies are more "Trumpian" in their foreign aid contributions than their public statements suggest.
Newsweek is reporting that Democrats have begun to adopt tactics from the conservative influencer machine in politics. It said a key test is unfolding in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens, examining whether independent left media can influence major statewide races.
Newsweek is reporting that communities hosting new artificial intelligence data centers should negotiate agreements to ensure companies pay for infrastructure, protect residents from higher utility bills, fund schools, create local jobs and reduce property taxes. It said towns have leverage in these negotiations because data centers require specific land, electricity and permits.
Newsweek is reporting that a federal judge ruled the Trump administration cannot use its travel ban against Afghan asylum seekers and their families. U.S. District Judge Anthony J. Trenga overturned the State Department's policy of blocking family members of asylees from entering the country due to the travel ban. The court ordered the government to issue travel documents to five beneficiaries within 15 days.
Newsweek is reporting that FIFA's proposal to create a $20 billion commercial subsidiary around the World Cup has become a broader story about money, private investment and President Donald Trump's orbit. The plan, FIFA Forward Enterprise, aims to raise funds from long-term investors to expand development funding for its 211 member associations.
Newsweek is reporting on the heroism of Sergeant William Shemin during World War I, detailing his repeated ventures into German fire to rescue wounded men and his leadership under fire. Newsweek also reported on a Fox News poll showing former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper with an advantage over Republican Michael Whatley in the North Carolina Senate race. The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts thunderstorms across large parts of the U.S. in August, with tropical storm or hurricane threats for coastal and southern regions.