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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Big crowds, go-to applause lines, talk of joy — and some unsolicited Republican counterprogramming.
These were common themes during the first big campaign swing for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, as the new Democratic ticket barnstormed through five battleground states this past week on a get-to-know-us tour.
They opened with a boisterous rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday, hours after Harris announced Walz as her running mate. From there it was a march through Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and Nevada. Planned stops in Georgia and North Carolina were washed out by Tropical Storm Debby.
The tour was a way to help both candidates introduce themselves to voters, especially independent and undecided voters in states where the Democrats are in tight races against Republican nominee Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. ...
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NEWS FROM THE HILL:
Harris gives Senate Democrats jolt of confidence
Vance, Karl clash on ‘childless cat ladies’ comment
Ann Coulter calls Trump an ‘awful, awful person’ but says she’ll vote for him
Progressive anger with AIPAC rises over Bush loss
Bank of America CEO says research team ‘does not have any recession predicted anymore’
Harris campaign fires back at Trump after he accuses her of faking ‘massive’ crowd sizes
Biden says Gaza cease-fire still possible, working ‘literally every single day’ to stop escalation of war
Vance says ‘nothing wrong’ with Trump ‘complimenting’ leaders like Xi, Putin
GOP scrutiny intensifies on Walz’s military record
Schumer says he will work to block cuts of CDC’s budget
Mullin dismisses Harris campaign momentum as 'honeymoon phase'
Pelosi says attacks on Walz’s military career are ‘sign of the bankruptcy’ of ideas from critics
CNN anchor presses Vance on Trump’s military deferment after attacking Walz
Hamas says it won’t take part in cease-fire talks planned for this week
New Mexico governor invites Texas doctors to practice in her state following restrictive abortion law
US appeals IOC decision to strip Jordan Chiles of bronze medal
Eiffel Tower evacuated after man climbs up to Olympic rings
Zelensky warns of fire at Russian-occupied nuclear power plant, radiation levels ‘within norm’
Elon Musk’s political posts jump to 17 percent of his X feed this year: Washington Post
Sanders says Harris should be ‘very proud’ of Biden administration’s record
Kansas Gov. Kelly says Walz is a ‘huge asset’ because he ‘understands rural America’
Family of Isaac Hayes sues Trump for playing his song at rallies
NEWS FROM REUTERS:
Kursk attack will pressure Russia and 'restore justice,' Zelenskiy says
Ukraine and Russia trade accusations over fire at occupied nuclear plant
Cause of fatal Brazil plane crash remains unknown
'El Mayo' says he was ambushed in new account of US arrest
Israel orders more Gaza evacuations after school shelter attack kills scores
Father, 4-year-old son killed in Russian air strike on Kyiv region
Hamas casts doubt on participation in new Gaza ceasefire talks
Tom Cruise hands Olympic flag to LA, closing Paris Games
JD Vance backs presidential decision-making on Fed policies
Trump campaign says it was hacked, blames Iran
Pelosi welcomes Harris home as West Coast donors raise $12 million
People flee wildfire near Athens as it spreads 'like lightning'
Dozens of Rohingya fleeing Myanmar killed in drone attack
Hong Kong court dismisses bid by media tycoon Jimmy Lai to overturn conviction
NEWS FROM POLITICO:
Pelosi hits back at Republicans’ ‘stolen valor’ attacks on Walz
Vance makes his Sunday show sweep as Trump’s attack dog
‘Things got moving so quickly’: Biden explains why he didn't pass the torch sooner
Playbook: Harris triggers Trump
Send Snoop to the Convention: What Political Media Can Learn From the Olympics
This environmental agenda sets Harris apart from Biden — and is bringing attacks from the GOP
Trump’s Crucial Power Has Been Neutralized
'Ambitious girl': How Kamala Harris’ niece turned political proximity into a budding business empire
Harris’ jubilant coda to her battleground tour in Vegas belies the tough road ahead
We received internal Trump documents from ‘Robert.’ Then the campaign confirmed it was hacked.
Harris takes the lead in critical Blue Wall states, new poll finds
Playbook: Breaking down the Harris border pivot
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school kills at least 80 people, Palestinian health officials say
Former YouTube CEO and longtime Google executive Susan Wojcicki has died at 56
Inside the Three-Day Bootcamp that Launched Tim Walz’s Political Career
Kamala Harris united Democrats. Her campaign still has fractures.
‘Smash the Gangs’: What Harris Can Learn From Keir Starmer
Trump calls Walz ‘freakish,’ stepping up attacks on Dem ticket
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Early Harris-Walz rallies feature big crowds, talk of ‘joy’ and unsolicited GOP counterprogramming
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Big crowds, go-to applause lines, talk of joy — and some unsolicited Republican counterprogramming.
These were common themes during the first big campaign swing for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, as the new Democratic ticket barnstormed through five battleground states this past week on a get-to-know-us tour.
They opened with a boisterous rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday, hours after Harris announced Walz as her running mate. From there it was a march through Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and Nevada. Planned stops in Georgia and North Carolina were washed out by Tropical Storm Debby.
The tour was a way to help both candidates introduce themselves to voters, especially independent and undecided voters in states where the Democrats are in tight races against Republican nominee Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. ...
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JD Vance says Trump wants abortion to be decided by states amid questions about abortion pill access
GOP VP nominee JD Vance responded to questions about comments by Trump that seemed to indicate an openness to restrictions on abortion pills.
www.cbsnews.comTrump spreads false conspiracy theory about Harris’ Detroit crowd size | CNN Politics
Donald Trump falsely claimed in a series of social media posts Sunday that “nobody” attended Vice President Kamala Harris’ Michigan rally last week — and said his Democratic rival should be “disqualified” over a “fake crowd picture.”
www.cnn.comFormer students and colleagues recall high school teachers Tim and Gwen Walz as allies and advocates
When Kamala Harris named Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, she highlighted his service as a congressman, soldier, high school teacher and coach.
apnews.comHezbollah launches 30 rockets into Israel, no casualties reported: IDF
Hezbollah militants early Monday launched 30 rockets from Lebanon into northern Israel though no casualties were reported, the Israeli Defense Forces said.
Joe Biden explains why he dropped out of White House race
The president says his candidacy would have been a "real distraction" for Democrats and that his highest priority was to defeat Donald Trump.
www.bbc.comJD Vance says mass deportations should 'start with 1 million,' defends 'thought experiment' giving parents extra votes
GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance spoke with ABC News' Jonathan Karl about a wide variety of topics including immigration and his views on childless Americans.
Ukraine troops now up to 30km inside Russia's Kursk region, Moscow says
Russia's defence ministry said it had engaged in fighting near two villages, some 25-30km inside Russia.
www.bbc.comDemocratic National Convention speakers include Biden, Obama and the Clintons
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to formally accept the Democratic Party’s nomination at the convention, which will kick off in Chicago on Aug. 19.
www.nbcnews.comZelenskyy acknowledges push into Russia to put 'pressure on the aggressor'
The Ukrainian military was progressing in its campaign "to push the war out into the aggressor's territory," President Zelenskyy said late Saturday in his daily address.
Trump reportedly used a slur against Harris in private conversations
Former President Donald Trump reportedly has used a slur often targeted at women to describe Vice President Kamala Harris during at least two private conversations. His campaign denies it.
apnews.comBiden says he felt pressure from Democrats to drop out before he ended his reelection bid
President Joe Biden discussed his legacy, concerns for democracy, and the reason he dropped out in a new interview.
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Defense secretary orders submarine to Middle East, accelerates arrival of strike group ahead of anticipated Iran attack | CNN Politics
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered a guided-missile submarine to the Middle East and accelerated the arrival of a carrier strike group to the region ahead of an anticipated Iranian attack against Israel, the Pentagon said in a statement Sunday evening.
www.cnn.com'It’s mayhem and craziness:’ Californians react to Newsom’s order to remove homeless encampments
Local officials and advocates are divided over how to respond to the directive, which has left homeless people without a clear idea where they will wind up.
www.nbcnews.comUkraine's president acknowledges military incursion onto Russian soil
Ukraine’s incursion into Russia continued for a sixth day Sunday.
apnews.comOlympic basketball: USA top Paris medal table after dramatic women's win against France
The United States snatch top spot in the 2024 Olympic medal table as their women's basketball team beat hosts France to win the final gold on offer in Paris.
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US beefs up posture in Middle East, warns an Iran-backed attack on Israel could come this week
The moves come as the U.S. and other allies push for Israel and Hamas to achieve a cease-fire agreement that could help calm soaring tensions in the region.
apnews.comJD Vance says 2021 comments about giving more votes to people with kids were a ‘thought experiment’
Vance’s remarks resurfaced in the wake of backlash he faced over his 2021 comments about “childless cat ladies” running the country.
www.nbcnews.comHighlights from President Biden's first TV interview since exiting the 2024 race
President Biden reflects on his decision to leave the 2024 race, his place in history, the Harris-Walz Democratic ticket, and more in a wide-ranging interview with Robert Costa.
www.cbsnews.comAmy Klobuchar: Democrats are 'moving forward' after Biden stepped down from 2024 race
Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D, said Sunday that Democrats are "moving forward" after President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign.
Israel-Gaza live updates:
As the Israel-Hamas war continues, Israel is awaiting a response from Iran or Hezbollah after assassinating two major figures.
Vance hails Trump's Fed idea and pushes back against criticism over past words on American families
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance used a round of news show appearances to disparage the Democratic ticket and promote Donald Trump’s record and second-term plans.
apnews.comJD Vance 'absolutely' sure Trump thinks he could be president if needed
GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance sat down with "This Week" co-anchor Jonathan Karl in an interview that will air in full Sunday.
House explosion in Maryland kills two, damages nearby homes - Washington Examiner
At least one person died and two were injured after a Maryland house exploded Sunday amid reports of a gas leak, fire officials said.
www.washingtonexaminer.comHarris says she supports eliminating federal taxes on tips
A campaign official said that if elected, Harris would work with Congress on the proposed policy, which would require legislation.
www.nbcnews.comIsrael widens evacuation orders in southern Gaza. Hamas wants plans for a deal instead of more talks
The Israeli military ordered more evacuations in southern Gaza early Sunday after an airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in the north killed at least 80 Palestinians, according to local health authorities. Israel said it targeted a militant command post, killing 19 fighters.
apnews.comHawaii House speaker loses reelection bid, deceased lawmaker wins seat: 5 takeaways from Saturday's primaries
While Hawaii’s congressional leaders easily won their primaries, the Aloha Atate saw some competitive races, and surprises at the local level.
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Harris leans on the trappings of her office — and Trump’s own playbook — in quest to win the White House | CNN Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris is capitalizing on the trappings of office — and the power of strong imagery — to sustain the momentum surrounding her candidacy in hopes of building a cultural movement for the Democratic ticket in ways that long eluded President Joe Biden.
www.cnn.comUS VP Harris on Israeli airstrike on Gaza school
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris said on Saturday that "far too many civilians who have been killed," in the latest Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in Gaza which killed at least 80 people.
apnews.comParis Olympics: 10 viral moments from the Games
From an unexpected swimmer at La Defense Arena to a casual Turkish shooter, here is a look at 10 viral moments from the Paris Olympics.
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New York Times columnist makes ‘conservative’ case to vote Kamala Harris
New York Times columnist David French said he was going to be voting for Kamala Harris because he wanted to "save conservatism."
Donald Trump's campaign says its emails were hacked
Former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign says it has been hacked and is blaming Iranian actors for stealing and distributing sensitive internal documents.
apnews.comIsrael’s war on Gaza updates: Western leaders ask Iran to ‘stand down’
These were the updates on Israel’s war on Gaza for Monday, August 12.
Vance looks to turn tables on Walz | CNN Politics
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance sought to turn the tables on Democratic rival Tim Walz, claiming that the Minnesota governor is the one being “weird.”
www.cnn.comZelensky says Russia set fire to nuclear plant in southern Ukraine to ‘blackmail’ the world - Washington Examiner
Volodymyr Zelensky said the power plant's radiation levels are "within norm" but that as long as Russia controls it, the situation "cannot be normal."
www.washingtonexaminer.comKansas Gov. Laura Kelly says "Tim Walz is the epitome of the Midwestern dad"
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, a twice-elected Democratic governor of a red state, outlined how the party can focus on wooing back rural America.
www.cbsnews.comBalance of power: Trump campaign slams Sen Tester as 'radically out of touch' after abortion ad rollout
Jon Tester rolled out several ads on abortion, claiming his Republican opponent would let abortion be banned without exceptions. The Trump campaign accused Tester of not believing in any limitations on the procedure.
Trump campaign projects confidence and looks to young male voters for an edge on Harris
Donald Trump’s campaign is banking on younger male voters to put him over the edge in November as he adjusts to the reality of a new presidential contest against Vice President Kamala Harris that his aides say remains his to lose.
apnews.comVance says Trump wouldn't ban abortion pill days after Trump indicated he would be open to it
Trump said he wouldn’t rule out banning access to mifepristone when asked by NBC News last week whether he would consider such a step.
www.nbcnews.comFatal weekend shootings jolt growing Denver-area suburb
Four men have been fatally shot and a woman has been hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a rash of weekend violence in a fast-growing suburb of Denver
Charlamagne tha God says Harris must do more interviews, jokes Walz is 'DEI hire'
"The Breakfast Club" co-host said Kamala Harris should do more media appearances leading to the November election.
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You had a lot of questions about next-generation nuclear reactors. We posed them to the experts
The United States is speeding up efforts to license and build a new generation of nuclear reactors to supply carbon-free electricity.
apnews.comFDA denies MDMA, ecstasy-based drug, to treat PTSD
The FDA said there wasn't enough data showing the drugs helped patients and asked for another clinical trial.
www.bbc.comAs students head back to class, are schools ready to handle COVID-19?
As students get ready to head back to class across the U.S. -- and COVID-19 cases keep trending upward -- are schools ready to handle the virus?
Hawaii's congressional delegation dominates Democratic primaries
Sen. Mazie Hirono and Reps. Jill Tokuda and Ed Case easily won their Democratic primaries in Hawaii, setting up 2024 matchups for November.
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In first interview since dropping out, Biden says Trump danger to US
Joe Biden added that he dropped out of the US presidential race because he didn’t want to be a distraction.
US surgeon general was warned by his mom to avoid politics, but he jumped into the fray anyway
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy traces his unconventional approach to the job back to his family dinner table. Now, in his second term as the 'Nation's Doctor,' Murthy hasn’t run from politics – as his mother hoped – he’s charged toward it.
apnews.comIsrael’s war on Gaza updates: Hamas wants agreed ceasefire plan implemented
Hamas calls on US, Qatar, Egypt to implement ceasefire plan put forward by US’s Biden instead of ‘more negotiations’.
Retired cops in Congress shred Dem's push for mandated police 'cultural diversity' training
House Republican law enforcement veterans are responding to a Democratic push to add sensitivity training to police recruits' curriculum.
At least 18 dead after landfill site collapses in Uganda's capital
At least 18 people were killed after a landfill collapsed in the Ugandan capital, according to the Red Cross
Schumer says he will work to block any effort in the Senate to significantly cut the CDC's budget
The Senate’s top Democrat says he'll work to block a plan that would significantly cut the proposed budget of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
apnews.comTrump campaign hacked with documents sent to news outlets: What we know - Washington Examiner
Donald Trump’s campaign fell victim to foreign hackers, with internal vetting documents emailed to news outlets.
www.washingtonexaminer.comWhat to know about the Georgia election rules the Trump-backed Republican majority approved | CNN Politics
Early voting in Georgia starts October 15, but even before the first vote is cast, critics say that Georgia Republicans are preparing a framework that could be used to contest the results of the election.
www.cnn.comTwo killed in Russian strike on Kyiv as Ukraine confirms Kursk incursion
Ukraine is bracing for more Russian attacks in retaliation for its cross-border incursion into Russia’s Kursk region.
Harris to attend major San Francisco fundraiser with Nancy Pelosi
A campaign official said the Sunday event has sold out with nearly 700 RSVPs, raising more than $12 million for the campaign.
www.nbcnews.comHamas says ceasefire must be based on group’s July response
The group says any deal must be based on the response it gave last month to President Biden's plan.
www.bbc.comCotton slams Harris as 'naive' on Iran, blasts VP for not being tough on Hamas
Sen. Tom Cotton blasted Kamala Harris for failing to stand strong against Iran and its proxies during Israel's war in response to Oct. 7.
RNC has 157,000 volunteers set to watch 2024 results: Whatley - Washington Examiner
RNC Chairman Michael Whatley stressed the need for his party to ensure there is no fraud in the 2024 election.
www.washingtonexaminer.comThe US Navy's warship production is in its worst state in 25 years. What's behind it?
The U.S. Navy is struggling to build affordable warships needed to face expanding threats around the world.
apnews.comIranian president names moderate and female ministers as he unveils cabinet
Nominees, seemingly in line with President Masoud Pezeshkian’s moderate outlook, must be approved by parliament.
Why fewer women are running for Congress this year | CNN Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris is making history as the second woman to lead a major-party presidential ticket. But down the ballot, fewer women are running for office.
www.cnn.comTom Cruise abseils off stadium roof in daring Olympic finale
The Mission: Impossible star, known for his love of stunts, wowed the Stade de France.
www.bbc.comBoxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold, following Imane Khelif to conclude an Olympics filled with scrutiny
Boxer Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan won a gold medal in the women’s featherweight division at the Paris Olympics
'Original sin': Torture of 9/11 suspects means even without plea deal, they may never face a verdict
A Defense Department disagreement over how to bring to justice the accused mastermind of the 9/11 attacks and four others has thrown the cases into disarray.
apnews.comHouse Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi shares her triumphs and tragedy | The Excerpt
In her new book, Pelosi starts out not with a legislative triumph but with a personal tragedy, when her husband was brutally attacked by an intruder.
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Trump campaign says 'hostile' foreign sources hacked and leaked internal documents, emails
In a statement, the campaign hints that it believes Iran is behind the hack and leak of documents to POLITICO to discredit Trump and sway the election
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Pelosi addresses whether there's 'way back' to Biden friendship after Dem pressure campaign to drop out
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi addresses whether there's a "way back" to her friendship with President Biden following a successful pressure campaign to get him to exit the 2024 race.
US Coast Guard Academy works to change its culture following sexual abuse and harassment scandal
The grueling basic training for fledgling cadets at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, known as swab summer, is being revamped this year in light of a sexual abuse scandal that has rocked the prestigious Connecticut service academy.
apnews.comCotton argues Harris’s handling of war in Gaza is reason she shouldn’t be president - Washington Examiner
“Kamala Harris, like Joe Biden, has put more pressure on Israel than they put on Hamas in the very beginning,” Cotton argued.
www.washingtonexaminer.comA reckoning is coming for Florida's condo owners as buildings face millions in repairs
New laws in the wake of the 2021 collapse of the Champlain Towers have priced out some retirees, who are scrambling to afford hefty repair bills.
www.nbcnews.comPresident Biden admits pressure from Democrats contributed to decision to drop out
President Biden appeared to admit that complaints from fellow Democrats contributed to his decision to drop out of the race on Sunday, and said he was becoming a distraction.
Trump's endorsement will be tested as Wisconsin voters decide key primaries
The power of former President Donald Trump’s endorsement in battleground Wisconsin will be tested in a race for an open congressional seat in primary voting.
apnews.comThe MAGA misinformation-industrial complex has gathered steam since 2020. Here’s how | CNN Politics
Pillows are helping prime Trump supporters for another ‘stolen’ election
www.cnn.comPelosi rebukes ‘bankruptcy’ of criticism on Walz after VP selection - Washington Examiner
Since becoming the vice presidential nominee, Gov. Tim Walz (R-MN) and his military record, including 24 years in the National Guard, have come under scrutiny
www.washingtonexaminer.comTriumphs, challenges and unity in Paris: A glorious farewell to the 2024 Olympics
The Paris Games culminated in a lavish closing ceremony, providing a fitting end to more than two weeks of spectacular competition.
www.nbcnews.comHawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono wins Democratic primary for third term, will face McDermott in general
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and Hawaii's incumbent congressional representatives have won their state Democratic Party primary races.
apnews.comIlhan Omar braces for primary rematch after watching two ‘Squad’ allies fall - Washington Examiner
Rep. Ilhan Omar and her familiar foe, Don Samuels, appear to have little love lost between them as the clock ticks toward Tuesday.
www.washingtonexaminer.comUse of Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" at Trump rally was "unauthorized," reps say
A video clip of Dion performing the theme song from the 1997 movie "Titanic" was shown Friday night at a rally in Bozeman, Montana, and has also been played at several previous Trump rallies.
www.cbsnews.comCity of Uvalde releases records from 2022 Robb Elementary shooting
City of Uvalde release records from 2022 Robb Elementary shooting.
2 state prison guards arrested, accused of sex with inmates
An officer at a Louisiana prison has been arrested amid allegations she had an “unprofessional relationship” with an inmate and smuggled cellphones to another.
apnews.comCan online voting be secure? Experts in Las Vegas try to hack new platform
Voting security is on Americans' minds, with some fearing this November's l elections could be the target of foreign cyberattacks
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Paris Olympics closing ceremony: 2024 Games end at Stade de France
Tom Cruise descends from the Stade de France roof as stars of sport, screen and music bring Paris 2024 to a spectacular conclusion.
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Harris campaign seeking to limit celebrity appearances at DNC: Report - Washington Examiner
The four-day Democratic National Covention, scheduled to begin Aug. 19 in Chicago, will be selective over which celebrities it chooses to invite.
www.washingtonexaminer.comTrump-endorsed Senate candidate Bernie Moreno faults rival for distancing himself from Harris
Republican Bernie Moreno is accusing Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown of trying to distance himself from Vice President Kamala Harris as he seeks to unseat the incumbent in one of the nation's most competitive U.S.
apnews.comHarris ripped as 'inauthentic' for giving nearly identical speeches at separate rallies: 'Hillary Clinton 3.0'
"The Big Weekend Show" panelists grilled Vice President Kamala Harris for her lack of media engagement and her apparent reuse of lines in two separate campaign speeches.
US and coalition personnel sustained minor injuries in Friday drone attack in Syria, official says | CNN Politics
Several United States and coalition personnel were treated for minor injuries after a drone attack in Syria on Friday, a US defense official said, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.
www.cnn.comBody camera footage shows local police anger at Secret Service after Trump assassination attempt
A local police officer told a fellow officer after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump that he warned the Secret Service days earlier that the building where the 20-year-old gunman opened fire needed to be secured.
apnews.comNew poll shows Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump in three key swing states
A new poll released Saturday shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump in three key swing states.
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Paris closes the Olympics, and Los Angeles turns to Tom Cruise for its 2028 mission
Paris' boisterous, star-studded closing ceremony in France’s national stadium mixed unbridled celebration with a somber call for peace from International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach.
apnews.comSnoop Dogg, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers usher in L.A. 2028
Phoenix led a French goodbye to Paris 2024 during the closing ceremony.
www.nbcnews.comFamilies of Brazilian plane crash victims gather in Sao Paulo as French experts join investigation
São Paulo state government said that the remains of all the victims had been recovered. There were 34 male and 28 female bodies in the wreckage, it added.
apnews.comHarris slammed as 'CopyCatKamala' for following Trump's lead on exempting taxes on tips
Critics on social media are slamming Vice President Kamala Harris as a "copy cat" after she vowed to not tax service industry tips, following former President Trump's lead.
Best photos from Paris 2024 Summer Olympics
The most memorable pictures and moments from the Paris Summer Olympic games.
Paris and the Olympics have changed each other during their summer fling
During the 2024 Olympics, crowds from Paris to Tahiti have surprised even themselves with their enthusiasm for two and a half weeks of sports.
apnews.comFormer California lawmaker Nate Holden says he was on the scary helicopter ride with Trump | CNN Politics
Former Los Angeles city councilman and state senator Nate Holden said Friday that he was with former President Donald Trump in the helicopter ride that made an emergency landing, despite Trump saying it was former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.
www.cnn.comPelosi says Biden’s letter insisting he was staying in race ‘didn’t sound like Joe to me’ - Washington Examiner
Less than two weeks before Biden withdrew his reelection bid, he wrote a letter stating his intentions to remain. But to Pelosi, it "didn't sound" like him.
www.washingtonexaminer.comU.S. and China fight to 40-40 draw for most Olympic gold medals
It’s the first stalemate in Summer Games history, and it took a nail-biting U.S. women's basketball win in the final action of Paris 2024 to make happen.
www.nbcnews.comBangladesh protests are not the first time student uprisings have helped bring about radical change
In Bangladesh, weeks of protests against a quota system for government jobs turned into a broad uprising that forced the prime minister to flee the country and resign.
apnews.com2024 showdown: New polls this weekend in three key battlegrounds in Harris-Trump White House race
New polling in three battleground states that may determine the 2024 White House election show Vice President Harris ahead of former President Trump.
5 takeaways from an extremely memorable Olympics closing ceremony | CNN
It was a party in the Stade de France as an electric two weeks of the Summer Olympics wrapped up on Sunday with a celebration of the athletes, the people who made the Games happen and a preview of what to expect in four years.
www.cnn.comThe threat Israel didn't foresee: Hezbollah's growing drone power
Lebanon's militant Hezbollah group has used dozens of drones to attack Israel in recent months. Such attacks have inflicted casualties and caused damage to vital military posts away from the border.
apnews.comWalz is 'terrible in a crisis,' says former Republican Minnesota Senate leader
Former state Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka shared with Fox News Digital his experience working with Gov. Tim Walz over the years.
DNA leads police to arrest of mother in 1987 California baby death | CNN
Cold case investigators have arrested a 55-year-old woman in North Carolina in connection with the death of a newborn girl found in a California dumpster 37 years ago, according to the Riverside Police Department.
www.cnn.comSerbia's populist president says lithium protests are part of a 'hybrid' warfare against his country
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