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Politics · United StatesChuck Edwards ends re-election bid after House Ethics Committee recommends censure
Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) announced he will not seek re-election after the House Ethics Committee found substantial evidence of sexual harassment. The committee recommended censure, citing lavish gifts and inappropriate behavior toward two women staffers. Edwards will complete his current term.
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Politics · United StatesPadilla introduces bill to block Trump selling early access to social media posts
Senator Alex Padilla proposed a bill to prohibit presidents and vice presidents from selling early access to their social media posts after Trump Media launched a premium service. The legislation targets what Democrats call an insider-information scheme, while right-rated outlets frame it as a partisan response.
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Mississippi lawmakers begin redistricting after Supreme Court weakens voting protections
Mississippi’s Joint Redistricting and Reapportionment Committee met on 3 August 2026 to start redrawing legislative, congressional and judicial districts following the U.S. Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling. Republican leaders declined to specify priorities, while activists called the process a sham.
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Politics · United StatesUS Supreme Court to revisit gun law precedent in upcoming term
The US Supreme Court will reconsider its gun law precedent this term, addressing cases involving assault weapons bans. All eight outlets carried the same digest, with no left-rated outlet covering the story and no specific case names mentioned.
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Politics · United StatesJudge finds Wisconsin absentee voting discriminates against disabled voters
A Wisconsin judge ruled the state’s absentee ballot program violates the rights of disabled voters by requiring paper ballots, which they cannot mark privately or independently. The decision does not mandate electronic voting, and a trial is expected after the November election.
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Politics · United StatesMississippi foster care met 22 of 107 court-ordered safety measures in 2025
A federal court monitor reported Mississippi’s Department of Child Protection Services met only 22 of 107 safety measures in 2025. Children in foster care experienced abuse or neglect at over twice the acceptable rate, and the state is seeking to dismiss the lawsuit.
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Politics · United StatesTrump orders White House helipad rebuilt after criticising its slope
President Donald Trump directed contractors to redo the White House helipad after expressing dissatisfaction with its appearance and the slope of the South Lawn. The $5m project, funded by Lockheed Martin, was intended to prevent grass-burning from Marine One helicopters but has faced delays ahead of a September state visit.
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National Guard deployment in Washington extended to 2029 at $1.4bn cost
The U.S. Defense Department has extended the National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C. until January 2029, with an estimated cost of $1.4 billion. The move, ordered by President Donald Trump in 2025, has drawn criticism from local officials and Democrats over costs and city autonomy.
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Politics · United StatesSenate report: Banks knew of Epstein transactions for years before reporting
A Senate Finance Committee report, led by Sen. Ron Wyden, found that more than a dozen bankers at three major banks were aware of suspicious transactions by Jeffrey Epstein as early as 2002 but failed to report them until after his arrest. The banks deny wrongdoing or express regret.
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Politics · United StatesSenate report accuses banks of enabling Epstein’s alleged trafficking
A US Senate report by Democrat Ron Wyden alleges three major banks ignored evidence of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking and money laundering, potentially violating federal laws. The report, released ahead of midterm elections, calls for further investigations into bank executives and Epstein associates.
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Politics · United StatesSenate Judiciary Committee invites Jack Smith to testify on Trump investigation
Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley has invited former special counsel Jack Smith to testify on 22 September 2026 about his investigation into President Donald Trump. Smith’s lawyers confirmed his appearance pending Justice Department approval, while outlets diverged on whether the hearing relates to his prosecutions or broader oversight.
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Business & Economy · United StatesSenator Wyden accuses three banks of ignoring Epstein trafficking red flags
A US Senate report led by Senator Ron Wyden alleges three major banks ignored evidence of sex trafficking and money laundering linked to Jeffrey Epstein and Leon Black. The banks deny wrongdoing, while Wyden calls for federal investigations and stricter banking regulations.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Senate delays federal ban on Minnesota hemp-derived THC products
The US Senate passed a bill on 3 August 2026 that includes a one-month delay on federal regulation of intoxicating hemp-derived THC products in Minnesota. The reprieve, part of a short-term funding measure, could be extended beyond December and prevents an immediate ban on the state's hemp-based edibles and drinks industry.
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Politics · United StatesSusan Collins to oppose Todd Blanche for attorney general, imperilling confirmation
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, announced she will vote against Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general, leaving the Trump administration two Republican defections short of confirmation. Blanche struck a deal to end the ‘anti-weaponization fund’ to secure committee approval, but Democrats and Collins oppose the pick.
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Politics · United StatesTrump attacks oil firms and US Attorney in speech as poll rating hits low
Donald Trump accused oil executives of profiteering from his Iran policy and US Attorney Jeanine Pirou of altering court filings in a Monday speech. His approval rating fell to one-third in a CNN/SSRS poll, while Republican senators insisted on written proof that a $1.8bn Justice Department fund was permanently abolished.
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Politics · United StatesRobert F. Kennedy Jr. says he has no gag reflex and will eat anything
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told a reporter he has no gag reflex and will eat anything, including roadkill. The statement came during the launch of his YouTube cooking programme, The Real Food Show, which features celebrity chefs and budget-friendly recipes.
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Politics · United StatesFederal judges ruled Trump administration violated First Amendment in 75 cases
A Reuters analysis identified 75 federal-court rulings that found the Trump administration infringed First Amendment rights during his second term. The cases, spanning speech, religion and press freedoms, included rulings by judges appointed by both parties. The administration appealed most decisions.
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Politics · United StatesSenate panel to advance Todd Blanche nomination after Republican deal
The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to vote Tuesday on advancing acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination after Republican senators secured written assurances that a $1.8 billion fund tied to the Trump-IRS settlement would not proceed. Democrats argue the guarantees fall short of permanent protections.
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Politics · United StatesHaley Stevens accuses Abdul El-Sayed of refusing to recognise Israel’s right to exist
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Haley Stevens accused primary rival Abdul El-Sayed of equivocating on Israel’s right to exist, as protests over AIPAC donations and a record $80 million spent on the race dominated the final day of campaigning. El-Sayed has called Israel’s actions in Gaza genocide.
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Politics · United StatesNew York Mayor Proposes Surtax on Owners of Multiple Homes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a surtax on owners of multiple homes, publishing a list of nearly one million property owners and warning 17,000 they could face annual levies of $40,000 to $350,000 if they cannot prove full-time occupancy. The policy aims to redistribute housing, American Greatness reported.
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