• Senate launches MLB gambling investigation: The Senate Commerce Committee, led by Sen. Ted Cruz, opens a sweeping probe into corruption tied to legalized sports betting.
• Trump pushes Congress to release Epstein files: New reporting reveals Jeffrey Epstein texted a Democratic Delegate during the Michael Cohen hearing, raising fresh questions about political connections.
• FEMA leadership collapses amid planned restructuring: FEMA Administrator David Richardson becomes the third top official to resign.
• Trump targets Indiana legislators over redistricting fight: Indiana Republicans refuse mid-cycle redistricting, fearing they could accidentally create Democratic-leaning swing districts if the economy turns. Now the president is backing primary challengers — a risky move that could spread him thin and strengthen Democrats.

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