Here's what is popular in the TWS Newsroom today: Lee Smith @ Tablet: The Strange Tale of Jay Solomon: Iran Deal Expert, Arms Runner, or Dupe? Texas Tribune: Texas liquor agency rebuked in case of regulatory overkill (read: extortion). National Review: In California, a lone judge defends the second amendment. FEE: A hilariously truthful defense of Waffle House goes viral. Examiner: Rep. Ann Wagner decides not to challenge Senator Claire McCaskill. LawNewz: Judge rules Florida's new "stand your ground" law is unconsitutional. Atlas Obscura: The logistics behind D.C.'s annual 4th of July fireworks display. BusinessWeek: Secret BBQ tips you may not know. (You can never have too many onions!) AdWeek: Embattled Fyre Festival organizer arrested, charged with fraud. Variety: The White House briefing room seating chart recently got a makeover. NPR: Rescued D.C. eagle successfully makes its way to rehab. Please feel free to send us comments, thoughts and links to dailystandard@weeklystandard.com. -30- |