Fewer than half of homes at auction in Australian capital cities found a buyer, according to multiple sources. The Guardian reported that 47.7% of homes were sold at auction in the week ending 21 June. Cotality.com said the preliminary combined‑capitals auction clearance rate fell to 51.1% last week, the lowest since the week ending 26 April 2020, and that it was the first time the final capital‑city clearance rate was below 50% since May 2020. The same outlet noted that 1,182 capital‑city homes were taken to auction, down 55.5% relative to the week prior, and that Sydney was the most active market with 491 homes, a 50% drop from the week prior and 21% lower than the comparable period.

CNN reported that Watson identified himself as an active‑duty service member and wore a military uniform during a news conference on the steps of the U.S. House of Representatives. Democratic Rep. Al Green of Texas attended the event. US Capitol Police confirmed Watson’s arrest and said members of the public may not demonstrate on the steps of the House unless accompanied by a member of Congress. CNN also reported that Watson was escorted to the steps by a member of Congress, who left the area before police arrived.