Thursday Headlines:

Albanese’s plan to protect water, energy, and content from AI
Brisbane teen granted bail after alleged school stabbing
Trump threatens to expand strikes on Iran
A network of Australian doctors’ clinics have been hit by a cyberattack
Argentina v England World Cup semifinal is underway

Deep Dive: From the demolition of the White House East Wing to his push for a towering, 250-foot Triumphal Arch, Donald Trump is physically rebuilding Washington D.C. to match his personal brand.

But aside from an obsession with the grandiose, what is motivating the president to push for these ego-driven federal megaprojects?

In this episode of The Briefing, former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Sacha Barbour Gatt to explore why he believes this obsession with monarchical grandeur is a direct threat to democratic ideals.

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