frontpage: thu jun 25

An overview of front pages for June 25. This edition of The Wall Street Journal from June 2026 highlights how artificial intelligence is driving a new wave of inflation by increasing the cost of electronics and electricity. In the political sphere, President Trump has created friction within the Republican Party by abandoning housing legislation and prioritizing a contentious voter-eligibility bill. International reports focus on the resilience of Ukrainian troops after four years of conflict and China's efforts to bypass Western sanctions using the yuan. Financial updates note that major U.S. banks passed federal stress tests while private credit investments by insurers are on the rise. Additionally, the World Cup is seeing record-breaking alcohol sales fueled by controversial hydration breaks during matches.