1. Republican Health Care Breakdown: GOP leaders admit there is no viable alternative to Obamacare, with no White House leadership and rising premiums ahead.
2. New Jersey U.S. Attorney Blocked: Federal judges refused to appoint Habba as U.S. Attorney for New Jersey. The Trump administration is now creating a vague consulting role for her within the DOJ.
3. $12 Billion Farm Bailout Sparks Debt Concerns: The Trump administration announces a $12 billion bailout for farmers as fallout from tariffs continues. China has not followed through on promised soybean purchases, forcing taxpayers to cover losses tied directly to trade policy decisions.
4. Illinois Refuses ICE Cooperation: More than 4,000 illegal immigrants with active ICE detainers remain in Illinois custody, including suspects tied to murders, assaults, burglaries, weapons, drug, and sex crimes. State officials refuse deportation cooperation despite prison overcrowding concerns.

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