1 President Trump Cancels Signing Ceremony For Bipartisan Housing Bill
In a sudden reversal, President Trump canceled a planned ceremony yesterday to sign a major housing affordability bill, saying he will not sign it into law until Congress passes an elections bill called the SAVE America Act. He had been set to sign the measure, known as the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, at the Capitol. The bill, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades, aims to boost the supply of homes and lower costs. In a post, Trump said the housing event was canceled until lawmakers pass the SAVE America Act, which he called a national emergency. Under the Constitution, a bill that has cleared both chambers becomes law if the president does not sign or veto it within 10 days, excluding Sundays, while Congress is in session. Asked if he would veto it, Trump did not answer directly, saying only that he wants to see what happens with SAVE. Senate Majority Leader John Thune called the cancellation Trump's call but praised the housing bill and said he hopes Trump eventually signs it.
2 President Trump To Ask Congress To Make 15-Percent Ethanol-Gas Blend Permanent
The Trump administration plans to ask Congress to allow E15, a 15-percent ethanol-gas blend, to be sold at the pumps year-round, a U.S. official told "CBS News." Right now, E15 is usually only available part of the year under a waiver from the Environmental Protection Agency, because gas with higher ethanol content evaporates faster in hot weather and adds to smog. A lower 10-percent blend is sold all year. The administration plans to make the request as part of a supplemental funding package sent to lawmakers. The move is the White House's latest effort to ease gas prices that climbed because of the war with Iran. Supporters, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say E15 gives drivers a cheaper option, usually about 25 cents less per gallon, and creates rural jobs. It is unclear whether the proposal has the votes to pass.
3 Special 4th of July Quarters To Be Randomly Circulated
Coin collectors and casual change-checkers may want to pay a little more attention to their quarters this summer. The U.S. Mint is releasing 250-thousand special 2026 Declaration of Independence quarters featuring a unique “July 4th” privy mark, and they’ll be mixed randomly into circulation nationwide ahead of Independence Day. The commemorative coin is part of a larger series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, which includes five quarter designs highlighting major moments in U.S. history, from the Mayflower Compact to the Gettysburg Address. Additional anniversary-themed dimes, nickels, half dollars, and pennies are also being minted as part of the nationwide celebration.