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The Texas Tribune

Texas Dems Flee To Block Vote

In a dramatic move to block a GOP-drafted congressional map they say would dilute minority voting power, Texas House Democrats fled the state, denying the chamber a quorum and throwing the Legislature’s special session into chaos.

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Mediaite

CNN Guru: Trump Most Influential

CNN’s Harry Enten called Donald Trump the “most influential president” of the 21st century — and possibly the 20th too — citing historic shifts in tariffs, immigration, and executive orders that are “remaking the United States.”

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Axios

The American Dream's Closing Gate

Fewer young Americans are reaching the traditional milestones of steady employment, marriage, and homeownership, reflecting a broader shift in which the American Dream is becoming increasingly out of reach for a growing share of the population.

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Politico

3,000 Not Being Deported Daily

The Justice Department is distancing itself from the White House’s public claim of a 3,000-per-day immigration arrest goal, creating a growing and legally significant rift between courtroom denials, political messaging, and enforcement tactics.

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New York Post

Sweeney's Voter Registration Revealed

Sydney Sweeney’s Republican voter registration has come to light amid backlash over her American Eagle ad campaign, further fueling controversy among critics who claim the messaging evokes racism and eugenics

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Snopes

Who's Funding WH Ballroom?

President Donald Trump claims he and private donors, not taxpayers, will fund a proposed $200 million, gold-accented White House ballroom, though questions remain about potential government-covered security costs.

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BBC

Israeli Minister's Visit Sparks Outrage

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir sparked outrage by openly praying at Jerusalem’s sensitive al-Aqsa Mosque compound, violating a long-standing agreement and drawing sharp condemnation from Jordan and Palestinian leaders.

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CNN

Erosion of Empathy in NYC Shooting

Free Press Reporter Maya Sulkin joined Michael Smerconish on his Saturday CNN program to discuss the chilling lack of empathy displayed in the digital response to the Manhattan shooting that killed four people including executive Wesley LePatner.

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USA Today

What Exactly Is in Epstein Files?

The Trump administration continues to resist releasing the extensive FBI investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, fueling ongoing demands and debates over transparency, potential conspiracies, and the protection of third parties implicated but never charged.

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CBS News

Montana Manhunt Continues

The manhunt for Michael Paul Brown, a military veteran suspected of fatally shooting four people at a Montana bar, continues into its fourth day as authorities search rugged terrain while warning the public that Brown remains armed, dangerous, and mentally unstable.

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Times of Israel

"I Am at Death's Door"

A video of hostage Rom Braslavski shows him severely emaciated and pleading for freedom as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu demands Red Cross access to treat hostages amid Hamas’s conditional agreement tied to humanitarian aid corridors.

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The Detroit News

Canadian Wildfire Smoke - Again

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to linger over Michigan through Monday, prompting an extended air quality advisory, particularly impacting sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory or heart conditions.

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ABC News

Bibi: Hostage Solution Is Military

Facing a deadlock in diplomatic efforts, Netanyahu is pushing for an expanded military operation in Gaza to forcibly rescue the approximately 20 remaining hostages held by Hamas, amid growing public protests demanding their safe return.

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NPR

Trump-Schumer Talks Collapse

The Senate adjourned for its August recess without reaching a deal to expedite confirmations of President Trump's nominees, as tensions boiled over with Trump angrily telling Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer to "go to hell."

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Associated Press

Many Dems See Their Party as Weak

An AP-NORC poll finds many Democrats view their own party as weak, ineffective, and lacking resolve, reflecting deep frustration amid growing concerns about their ability to counter the GOP and influence upcoming elections.

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KOTA TV

Sturgis Rally Sees Fatal Crash

In the first two days of the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, South Dakota Highway Patrol reported one fatality and 17 injuries across 14 crashes, mostly caused by rider errors, with about half of those involved not wearing helmets.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Loni Anderson, "WKRP" Star, Dies

Loni Anderson, best known for her Emmy-nominated role as the savvy Jennifer Marlowe on “WKRP in Cincinnati” and her high-profile marriage to Burt Reynolds, died at 79 after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy as a talented actress who broke stereotypes.

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SFGATE

Celebrity Tunnel Rumor Was True

After decades of rumors, workers renovating the former Players Club building in Los Angeles discovered a sealed, secret tunnel connecting it to the iconic Chateau Marmont, confirming a long-held Hollywood legend steeped in mystery and celebrity lore.

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BBC

Oasis Fan at Wembley Is Dead

A man in his 40s died after falling from an upper tier during Oasis’s sold-out reunion concert at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night, with police launching an investigation and the band expressing their sincere condolences to his family and friends.

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The Guardian

Quality Over Quantity in Screen Time

Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr says that while government regulation continues to fall short, parents can still foster healthier screen habits by emphasizing the quality and context of their children’s digital experiences, not just the amount of time spent on screens.

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