Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee to discuss the Treasury Department’s priorities. This testimony comes amid questions regarding potential immunity from IRS audits for President Donald Trump and his family, following the administration’s decision to abandon a $1.776 billion compensation fund.

Republican Governors Rebrand June

In other news, several Republican governors have rebranded June with conservative alternatives to Pride Month. Indiana and Tennessee have named it Nuclear Family Month, celebrating traditional family structures. Alabama has declared it Strong Families Month, aligning with Father’s Day. Utah and Arkansas have introduced Fidelity Month, emphasizing loyalty to faith, country, and family.

Support for Coal Industry

President Trump is expected to announce $700 million in support for the struggling coal industry. This initiative aims to bolster coal-fired power plants and exports, utilizing a Cold War-era national defense law. The plan includes building new plants in Alaska and West Virginia and restarting a plant in Maryland, despite environmental concerns.

Airline Route Suspensions

American Airlines is temporarily suspending some summer routes due to high jet fuel costs, influenced by the ongoing conflict with Iran. The airline assures affected travelers of alternative arrangements or refunds, reflecting broader industry trends.

Supreme Court Ruling on Telecom Regulation

The Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration in a case concerning federal regulation of telecommunications companies. The 8-1 decision supports the FCC’s authority to enforce data privacy laws, though it also grants concessions to companies like Verizon and AT&T.

John Bolton’s Plea Deal

Former national security adviser John Bolton has agreed to plead guilty to retaining classified information. This deal with the Justice Department could allow him to avoid prison time, resolving a case involving his memoir preparations.

Senate Votes on Immigration Funding

The Senate is voting on a bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies, including ICE and Border Patrol. The $70 billion bill faces opposition from Democrats, who seek policy changes following federal agent-involved shootings.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.