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CIA head on US strikes, Maryland judges sued, teen sprinting superstar & more

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Jun 26, 2025
The CIA director asserts that recent US strikes significantly hampered Iran's nuclear ambitions, stirring debate. A lawsuit against all Maryland judges takes center stage, while a wrongly deported man remains in custody for now. Controversial discussions arise over new CDC guidelines on vaccinations for youth. Meanwhile, a teenage sprinting prodigy makes headlines, smashing records in his first international race and showcasing the rise of young athletic talent.
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INSIGHT

US Strikes Set Back Iran Nuclear Program

  • U.S. strikes have severely damaged Iran's nuclear program, setting it back by many years according to multiple intelligence sources.
  • The US administration claims this damage is credible despite earlier reports suggesting only short-term setbacks.
INSIGHT

Trump Administration Sues Maryland Judges

  • The Trump administration is suing all 15 federal judges in Maryland over a court order blocking immediate migrant deportations.
  • They argue this court order violates the president's authority and a Supreme Court ruling on immigration enforcement.
ANECDOTE

Mistakenly Deported Man Held In Custody

  • Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported, remains in federal custody due to overlapping charges and immigration detainers.
  • A judge is considering an order to release him before his federal trial but has requested more legal briefing.
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