Afternoon Briefing — June 8, 2026

Citizenship Revocation Push. The Trump administration is seeking to revoke the U.S. citizenship of 17 immigrants in its latest denaturalization push. This action follows previous efforts by the administration to pursue denaturalization cases. The move targets individuals whose citizenship the administration aims to nullify.

Pentagon Religious Codes. The Pentagon has updated its religious codes following criticism from Mormons and outrage from LDS lawmakers. These changes address concerns raised regarding the department's previous classifications. The updates reflect a response to the feedback received from these groups.

Federal Reserve Meeting. The Federal Reserve is set to meet next week, and a December rate cut now appears questionable. This development suggests a potential shift in the Fed's monetary policy outlook. The upcoming meeting will be closely watched for further indications on interest rates.

H-1B Visa Fee Blocked. A judge has blocked a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas that was imposed by the Trump administration. This judicial action prevents the implementation of the significant fee increase. The ruling impacts the cost associated with H-1B visas under the administration's policy.