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Politics · Middle EastIsraeli opposition says Netanyahu must go after US election results
Israeli opposition figures have stated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can no longer remain in power following the US midterm elections. They argue his leadership has damaged relations with the US and risks international isolation.
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Politics · United StatesJocelyn Benson wins Michigan governor's race
Democrat Jocelyn Benson has won the Michigan gubernatorial race, defeating Republican John James. Her victory ensures the governor's office will remain under Democratic control, continuing a trend of Democratic wins in the state.
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Politics · United StatesTrump's Triumphal Arch Project Delayed Past Second Term
Donald Trump's proposed triumphal arch in Washington is unlikely to be completed before the end of his potential second presidential term, according to the US Department of Justice. The project faces legal hurdles and an estimated construction timeline of over three years.
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PoliticsDOJ officials raised concerns over Garland memo on school protests
Internal emails from October 2021 reveal that senior Justice Department officials expressed discomfort with Attorney General Merrick Garland's memo concerning threats against school board members. Some officials suggested renaming the initiative the 'Anti-MAGA Task Force'. The National School Boards Association later apologised for its initial letter.
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Politics · United StatesVirginia voters repeal same-sex marriage ban from constitution
Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment repealing the state's ban on same-sex marriage. The measure guarantees marriage rights for all couples, irrespective of sex, gender, or race, and replaces the original 2006 ban.
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PoliticsJack Smith's probe collected data on 639,000 Republican voters
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith's office and the Biden Department of Justice collected personal information on over 639,000 Republican voters and donors as part of the Arctic Frost investigation. The data included physical addresses, credit card information, and occupations.
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Politics · United StatesAnalysis: Limiting mail-in voting would hurt Democrats more than Republicans
An analysis from a Democratic-aligned voting rights group indicates that efforts to limit mail-in voting could disproportionately affect Democratic voters. This finding aligns with previous statements by Donald Trump regarding the partisan implications of mail-in voting.
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PoliticsNewsom says DSA will be 'dominant' and 'mainstream'
California Governor Gavin Newsom told an undercover reporter that the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) will become a dominant and mainstream movement within the Democratic Party. He also stated that the DSA shares many values with the party.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Signs Order on Birthright Citizenship After Court Setback
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 6, 2026, that denied birthright citizenship to children of foreign diplomats. This action followed a U.S. Supreme Court decision that limited a previous order, impacting Trump's campaign promises on citizenship.
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PoliticsNavdeep Bains discusses Doug Ford on podcast
Navdeep Bains, a former federal cabinet minister, appeared on Village Media's 'Closer Look' podcast. He is widely considered the leading candidate to become the next leader of Ontario's Liberal Party.
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PoliticsDOJ report criticizes FBI memo targeting Catholic ideology
A Department of Justice report has sharply criticized an FBI memo that linked "radical-traditionalist Catholic ideology" to domestic violent extremism. The report found the memo to be a "grave failure" and an "abuse of power," while the FBI had initiated the investigation based on an individual with violent online posts.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats favored to win US House majority with midterms approaching
With fewer than 70 days until the U.S. midterm elections, Democrats are positioned to regain control of the House of Representatives. Republicans are contending with several challenges that are narrowing their path to retaining their majority.
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Politics · United StatesUS Violent Crime Victimization Fell 25% in 2025, DOJ Survey Finds
A preliminary Justice Department survey estimates that violent crime victimization in the US dropped by 25% in 2025. Property crime also saw a 19% decrease. The administration has credited its immigration and gang crackdowns for these declines.
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Politics · United StatesFBI agent recommended criminal probe into Elon Musk, email shows
An FBI agent recommended opening a criminal investigation into Elon Musk and officials at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, according to a declassified email. The agent cited Musk's statements about non-compliance with a 'Five Things' directive and his ownership of X.
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Politics · United StatesJudge questions challenge to Trump birthright citizenship order
A federal judge in New Hampshire appeared skeptical of a civil rights group's challenge to President Donald Trump's second attempt to redefine birthright citizenship. The ACLU had asked the court to block the order, but the judge suggested a new lawsuit might be necessary.
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PoliticsHasan Piker sang 'We Are Charlie Kirk' song at live event
Influencer Hasan Piker sang a song titled 'We Are Charlie Kirk' during a live event, which multiple right-rated outlets reported as mocking the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The event occurred near the anniversary of Kirk's death.
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Politics · United StatesNY AG Investigates Police Shooting After Woman Stabs Executive
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office is investigating a police shooting that occurred after Pamela Cisneros fatally stabbed Bank of America executive Erin Piacenti. The incident has sparked criticism from a Republican candidate who argues the focus should be on mental health failures.
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Politics · United StatesRep. Mullin introduces bill to classify some air guns as firearms
U.S. Representative Kevin Mullin has introduced a bill that would classify certain high-powered air guns as firearms, requiring background checks for their purchase. The legislation, named Garrett's Law, is intended to close a perceived loophole in federal gun laws.
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Politics · United StatesMinnesota shuts down $2 million business fund over fraud concerns
Hennepin County, Minnesota, has terminated a $2 million relief fund for businesses affected by federal immigration enforcement due to widespread fraud. Hundreds of applications were flagged, leading officials to halt the program. The county stated no taxpayer money was lost as fraudulent claims were caught during review.
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Senate Majority PAC Confident in Toss-Up Races
Senate Majority PAC, run by allies of Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, is projecting confidence in upcoming U.S. Senate toss-up races. The PAC has committed resources to nine states but has not yet allocated funds to states considered strong Republican strongholds.
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