Supreme Court on Voting: SCOTUS blocked Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions for the 2026 midterms, keeping states in charge of rules and limiting the Postal Service’s ability to police eligibility—an outcome hailed by election officials and voting-rights groups. AI Regulation Fight: Ohio Gov. DeWine said AI regulation “has to” come from the federal government for uniformity, while the broader debate continues as investors and lawmakers weigh safety versus speed. Elections & Enforcement Politics: In a Northern Virginia forum, Rep. Don Beyer faced challengers over ICE, with proposals ranging from shutting it down to reconstituting it. Healthcare & Philanthropy: Oregon’s Providence will receive $1.1B from Nike co-founder Phil Knight to build the state’s first women’s health hospital; separately, Shriners Children’s earned top national pediatric orthopedic rankings across four locations. Government Accountability: Utah AG office faces a new lawsuit after alleged loss of evidence in a $1B case, raising transparency and ethics concerns. Foreign Policy & Energy: Saudi Arabia sought Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks threaten Red Sea oil routes and Saudi infrastructure. Nonprofit/Tech Governance: 4Sight Labs urged U.S.-based standards for biometric data in correctional facilities, pushing for tighter control over storage and access. Public Finance: House voted to end penny production via the Common Cents Act, moving cash rounding to the nearest five cents. Trade & Labor: UAW President Shawn Fain blasted Trump’s openness to Chinese automakers building in the U.S., calling it an insult to American workers.