• DOE Investigates Illegal Alien Scholarships: Five major universities are under federal investigation for allegedly prioritizing DACA recipients over American citizens for scholarships—raising serious questions about Title VI and equal protection under the law.

• Roy Cooper Enters NC Senate Race: With Tom Tillis stepping aside, the North Carolina Senate seat is up for grabs. Can Republicans find a candidate who balances bold conservative policy with broad voter appeal?

•Justice in Idaho: Brian Kohberger receives four life sentences for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students. Victims' families find closure—but the case is a chilling reminder of rising violent crime in small-town America.

• Housing Prices Hit Record Highs: Median home prices surge to $435,300 while sales hit historic lows. With mortgage rates near 7%, middle-class families are locked out—and Washington's refusal to fix regulatory bottlenecks is making it worse.

Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise.

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