News for June 3, 2026

The House voted to rebuke President Donald Trump over his war with Iran by passing a measure that would limit U.S. military action unless Congress approves it.

Two federal judges, including Esther Salas, say harsh political attacks on judges are weakening public trust and putting the courts and judges at greater risk.

Senate Republicans, led by John Thune, moved a reconciliation bill forward after a delay over a disputed Justice Department fund and other late changes.

Anthony Scott Searles-Harris died after a long hostage standoff in Bakersfield, and all of the hostages were freed without physical injury.

President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, traded tough statements as fresh Iranian strikes in the Gulf killed one person, raised tensions with the U.S., and put the shaky ceasefire at risk.