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A federal judge ordered Maria Butina, an alleged Russian spy, to be held in jail until her trial. Federal prosecutors argued that Butina is a flight risk because of her connection to the Russian government. During remarks at a Cabinet meeting, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said a denuclearization deal with North Korea “may take some time,” but that sanctions would continue being enforced. House Republicans approved a symbolic measure praising Immigration and Customs Enforcement, after several progressive Democrats introduced legislation to abolish the agency. He’s wrong, writes Amy Zegart: “We are at war. But only the enemy is fighting.” Hmmm: The White House transcript of President Trump’s press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin left out a key exchange. Here’s what was missing. (Uri Friedman) Abortion by Mail: If access to legal abortion becomes more restricted in the U.S., some women may opt to purchase mifepristone and misoprostol pills through the mail. (Olga Khazan) The Loneliest Number: Only one congressional Republican has spoken out against President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee: Michigan’s Justin Amash. (Russell Berman) ‘Have You No Shame?’ In the Trump era, Americans no longer require decency in their politicians.

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey), Maddie Carlisle (@maddiecarlisle2), and Olivia Paschal (@oliviacpaschal) Today in 5 Lines President Trump said he accepts the U.S. intelligence community's conclusion that Russia interfered in the 2016 election, contradicting his remarks a day earlier. “In a key sentence in my remarks, I said the word would instead of wouldn’t,” Trump said. “The sentence should have been, ‘I don’t see any reason why I wouldn’t or why it wouldn’t be Russia.’” In a speech in South Africa, former President Obama warned about the rise of “strongman politics.” During a House Judiciary Committee hearing, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube executives addressed Republican claims that their platforms censored conservative content. The company that owns Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, the site of the October Las Vegas shooting, has filed legal complaints against more than 1,000 of the victims in federal court. Rather than seeking compensation, the company is hoping to dismiss claims against it. Special Counsel Robert Mueller is requesting that a federal judge grant immunity to five witnesses who might be called to testify at the trial of former Trump campaign chair, Paul Manafort. Today on The Atlantic One Country, Two Narratives: A new poll by the Public Religion Research Institute and The Atlantic suggests that Americans have radically different views on the health of their country’s democracy. (Emma Green) Let’s All Settle Down: President Trump’s performance in Helsinki was a new low, writes Danielle Pletka, but the reaction from the foreign-policy establishment was over the top. Should They Stay or Should They Go? : In the aftermath of President Trump’s press conference with Vladimir Putin, critics have called on his White House advisers to resign.

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey), Maddie Carlisle (@maddieec123), and Olivia Paschal (@oliviacpaschal) Today in 5 Lines During a joint press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Trump rejected the consensus among the U.S. intelligence community that Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election. “They said, ‘I think it is Russia.’ I have President Putin. He just said it is not Russia,” Trump said in Helsinki after a two-hour private meeting with Putin. “I will say this: I do not see any reason why it would be.” Members of Congress, including some Republicans, condemned Trump’s remarks and his refusal to confront Russia. Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats also issued a response, saying his agency “will continue to provide unvarnished and objective intelligence in support of our national security." Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai said he has “serious concerns” about the proposed merger between Sinclair Broadcast Group and Tribune Media. But regardless of what they are, one thing is clear: It's time for congressional Republicans to act. The Original Backup Plan: On Monday, the world witnessed the strength of Russian President Vladimir Putin's influence over President Trump. But Americans don’t really need the reminder. (Dave Weigel, The Washington Post) Trump, a Traitor: Americans have proof that Russia meddled in the 2016 presidential election, writes Charles M. Blow, yet President Trump still “wants to be chummy with the enemy who committed the crime.” (The New York Times) Worth a Try: President Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin shows that he wants to improve U.S. relations with Russia.

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey) Today in 5 Lines A grand jury indicted 12 Russian intelligence officials for allegedly attempting to interfere with the 2016 presidential election by hacking into computers and email systems of the Democratic National Committee, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, and Hillary Clinton’s campaign. The White House responded in a statement, saying, “Today’s charges include no allegations of knowing involvement of anyone on the campaign.” The indictment, filed by Special Counsel Robert Mueller, showed that the Russian attempt to breach the Clinton campaign’s emails happened around the same time that then-candidate Donald Trump had addressed Russia in a press conference, saying, “Russia, if you’re listening, I hope you’re able to find the 30,000 emails that are missing.” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called on President Trump to cancel his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin “until Russia takes demonstrable and transparent steps to prove that they won't interfere in future elections.” During a joint press conference with British Prime Minister Theresa May, Trump accused several news organizations of spreading “fake news.” He also had tea with Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle outside of London. The state of Indiana has spent at least $21 million cleaning up sites contaminated by gas stations owned by Vice President Mike Pence’s family, according an analysis of records by the AP. Today on The Atlantic A Very British Protest: “As far as pastimes go, there are few things that thrill the British more than the art of creative profanity,” writes Sophie Gilbert. And Friday’s anti-Trump protest in London was the perfect opportunity to showcase their talents. I’m Rubber, You’re Glue: President Trump’s jabs at British Prime Minister Theresa May might actually help her. After all, the American president is wildly unpopular in the UK. (Yasmeen Serhan) A Cynical Play: Reopening the investigation into 14-year-old Emmett Till’s murder won’t offer closure to anyone, writes Vann R. Newkirk II, and it won’t add change the fact that “white people in the county and across the country were distant accomplices.” He’s Back: President Trump’s trip to the UK has brought former adviser Steve Bannon back into the spotlight, as Bannon sets himself up to lead a global populist movement. “His hibernation period is clearly over,” said one White House official. (Rosie Gray)

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey) Today in 5 Lines During a contentious hearing before the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees, embattled FBI agent Peter Strzok denied accusations that his private political views influenced his official duties overseeing the Russia investigation. President Trump released a letter he received from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in which Kim praised Trump’s leadership. “Great progress being made!” Trump tweeted. Trump arrived in the U.K., where he met with Prime Minister Theresa May and attended a black-tie dinner. He’s expected to have tea with Queen Elizabeth II on Friday at Windsor Castle. The Trump administration said that they have reunited 57 of the 103 children under the age of 5 who had been separated from their parents at the U.S. border. The 46 remaining children have been deemed “ineligible” for return. The federal government reopened the investigation into the death of 14-year-old Emmett Till, 63 years after his murder. Today on The Atlantic The Nats’ Biggest Fan: Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh reportedly racked up between $60,000 and $200,000 in debt buying baseball tickets. (David A. Graham) ‘A Policy of Malign Neglect’: The Trump administration has turned its back on one of America’s greatest allies when it’s most in need of U.S. help, argues David Frum.

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey) Today in 5 Lines President Trump is expected to announce his nominee to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy at 9 p.m. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan, where he met with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and reiterated the U.S. commitment to the country. Four more members of a youth soccer team were rescued from a flooded cave in Thailand on Monday. Four boys and their coach remain in the cave. British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson resigned, citing his disappointment with U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May’s plan to remain close with the European Union after Brexit. After the summit, he’ll head to the U.K. to meet with May, and then to Finland for a one-on-one with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Today on The Atlantic Here’s What Will Happen: Maine Senator Susan Collins, a moderate Republican, said she won’t vote to confirm a Supreme Court nominee who has been hostile to Roe v. Wade. (David A. Graham) An Uphill Battle for Cynthia Nixon: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s upset victory over New York Representative Joe Crowley has given hope to progressive activists. But their next target, Governor Andrew Cuomo, will likely be harder to beat. (Russell Berman) Escaping the ‘Liberal Doom Loop’: Canada has sustained high levels of immigration without facing an illiberal populist backlash.

-Written by Elaine Godfrey (@elainejgodfrey) Today in 5 Lines President Trump pardoned Dwight and Steven Hammond, two ranchers in Oregon who were sentenced to prison for arson on public lands, and whose imprisonment inspired the 41-day occupation of a wildlife refuge in 2016. Trump is reportedly preparing to impose tariffs on an additional $200 billion worth of Chinese products. Dozens of children will be released from government custody and reunited with their parents after being separated at the U.S. border, according to the administration. On Monday, the Trump administration said they would only be able to reunite about half of the children under age 5 by Tuesday, the court-imposed deadline. All 12 members of a boys’ soccer team and their coach have been rescued after spending 18 days trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand. Judge Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, began meeting with Senate leaders on Capitol Hill. Today on The Atlantic Breaking Precedent: Supreme Court nominees never discuss how they feel about specific court cases. (Elaina Plott) Moment of Truth: At some point, American and South Korean leaders will have to decide whether the denuclearization of North Korea is really achievable. That time is coming soon. (National Review) The End of Roe: Americans should expect Brett Kavanaugh to gut Roe v. Wade.

During a visit to Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters, Vice President Mike Pence criticized Democrats for their “spurious attacks” on the agency. The Justice Department asked a federal judge to extend court-mandated deadlines for reuniting families separated at the U.S. border. The Department of Health and Human Services has reportedly asked public-health workers to help search records linking parents and children after some documents disappeared. British officials said President Trump will almost entirely avoid London during his trip next week to the United Kingdom, where he’s expected to meet with Prime Minister Theresa May and the queen. The U.S. economy added 213,000 jobs in June, and the unemployment rate rose from 3.8 to 4 percent. Today on The Atlantic The Heartland, a Harbinger: Full employment finally seems within reach in the United States. To see what that will mean for the economy, take a look at Des Moines, Iowa. (Annie Lowrey) Enemies of Free Expression: Silicon Valley companies treat the truth as an engineering pursuit, argues Franklin Foer. This is dangerous to democracy. : See the impact tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have had on U.S. industries.