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August 8, 2026
The day's top stories, read by how settled the reporting is.
Iran parliament weighs Hormuz reopening plan
A plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is under review in Iran's parliament while oil prices rose Friday on expectations of an agreement teased by the Trump administration.
US pledges $1 billion aid to Colombia's new leader
The United States plans $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia as new president De la Espriella takes office pledging a crackdown on armed groups and drug traffickers.
Senate confirms Blanche as attorney general
Todd Blanche won Senate approval to lead the Justice Department, clearing the chamber even as Republicans Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins voted no.
Senate GOP adds $150 billion to budget blueprint
Up to $150 billion for Iran war costs and voter verification incentives now sits in the Senate GOP budget blueprint after Friday revisions from Ron Johnson.
Senate passes 90-6 stopgap funding bill
The Senate voted 90-6 early Saturday to pass a continuing resolution funding the government beyond September, a measure the House must still approve after recess.