The US Congress launches a probe into ‘inexcusable’ security failings following the Pennsylvania rally shooting, and workers at an Amazon warehouse in the UK await results from a union ballot. Plus, the UK’s home building ambitions might be a bit of a slog. Credit: AP

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Trump calls for unity in face of ‘evil’ after surviving assassination attempt

Donald Trump injured in attempted assassination at Pennsylvania rally

Housebuilders warn construction lag could weigh on Labour housing Amazon launches anti-union charm offensive ahead of UK workers’ vote

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As president, Donald Trump appointed three conservative justices to the Supreme Court and hundreds of conservative judges to benches across the judicial branch. These justices and judges have handed down several controversial decisions that have reshaped important aspects of American life. The FT’s US legal and enforcement correspondent, Stefania Palma, and professor of presidential studies at the University of Virginia, Barbara Perry, join this week’s Swamp Notes to discuss where the conservative legal movement is going next.

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US Supreme Court deals blow to agencies’ rulemaking authority

US Supreme Court says Donald Trump immune for ‘official acts’ as president

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US inflation fell to 3 per cent, and China’s Communist party leaders will meet next week to discuss the country’s economy. Plus, the FT’s Brooke Masters talks about the risks that come with deregulation.

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US inflation falls to 3% in June

China plays down hopes for ‘strong medicine’ at top economic policy meeting

US businesses may soon find that deregulation comes with risks

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