Critics, including legal experts and security lawyers, argue that the revocations are unlawful, unconstitutional, and threaten to suppress dissent within the intelligence community, with some calling it political retribution.

The move is seen as part of ongoing political tensions, with Trump accusing Obama’s administration of links to Russia, while some officials involved had criticized Trump or been involved in investigations related to Russian interference.

Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, declassified reports criticizing the credibility of intelligence conclusions and defended the revocations, stating that security clearances are privileges, not rights, and condemning those she accuses of betraying their oath.

Meanwhile, National Guard units from West Virginia, South Carolina, Mississippi, and Louisiana arrived in Washington to assist with security, addressing issues like crime and homelessness.

In California, a high school senior was detained by ICE while walking his dog, highlighting ongoing immigration enforcement issues and sparking local calls for his release.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy gifted Donald Trump a historic golf club during his visit to Washington, symbolizing US-Ukraine relations amid ongoing geopolitical developments.

Gabbard also released documents alleging misconduct by the Obama administration and accused officials of politicizing intelligence for personal or partisan interests.

Many of those targeted had left government years ago and only learned about their clearance revocations through news reports, raising concerns about due process and transparency.

President Trump ordered the revocation of security clearances for 37 current and former national security officials, accusing them of politicizing intelligence and undermining findings related to Russian interference in the 2016 election.

European leaders, including French President Macron and Swiss officials, discussed hosting a multilateral peace summit in Europe, possibly in Geneva, to address ongoing conflicts and avoid arrest issues related to Putin’s ICC warrant.

Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that if Ukraine-Russia peace talks stall, Congress should activate 'Plan B,' and indicated Trump might support bipartisan sanctions to aid Ukraine.

Vice President JD Vance is touring Georgia to promote Republican tax cuts, including Trump’s tax law, ahead of the 2026 Senate race where Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff seeks re-election.

Las Vegas tourism declined in June, with fewer visitors and hotel occupancy drops, partly attributed to Trump tariffs and immigration policies affecting tourism.