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This smokejumper says the US has lost its empathy. That’s why he’s running for Congress
A Democratic firefighter and former smokejumper is running for Montana’s first congressional district, arguing that economic hardship has eroded Americans’ capacity for compassion and community care.
A golf course for ‘the people’ faces a presidential makeover
President Trump plans to remake East Potomac Park’s historic golf course into a championship-quality venue, but residents worry the changes will eliminate an affordable, accessible recreational space that has served the public for over a century.
Even in safe-haven Massachusetts, trans care is at risk. Young people are fighting to protect it
Trans activists in Massachusetts occupied the state attorney general’s office, demanding action to protect gender-affirming care amid hospital program closures and federal pressure on state protections.
Game on: November elections kick into high gear with control of Congress in the balance
Republicans hold narrow House and Senate majorities heading into November midterm elections, facing historical headwinds as voters typically punish the party in power while Democratic candidates show competitive positioning.
Trump names Adam Telle as acting Army secretary following the departure of Driscoll
President Trump named Adam Telle, an Army Corps of Engineers civilian leader, as acting Army secretary following Dan Driscoll’s departure amid reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
The Trump administration still aims to make state citizenship lists ahead of midterms
The Trump administration is advancing a plan to compile state citizenship lists for voters ahead of midterm elections, though it has delayed its original deadline and faces multiple legal challenges from voting rights groups.
Arizona group home provider at center of pay-to-play scandal escapes penalties for boy’s death
Arizona’s largest group home provider faces scrutiny after a 9-year-old diabetic boy died at one of its facilities, with investigations examining both the death and alleged political donations connected to rate increases.
Watchdog report: Ex-Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer oversaw hostile work environment, misused funds
A Labor Department inspector general report alleges former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer oversaw a hostile work environment, misused funds, and engaged in policy violations during her tenure.
ICE officer charged in Minnesota shooting released on bond
An ICE officer was released on bond after being charged with lying to investigators about a shooting in Minnesota during an immigration enforcement operation earlier this year.
He has a work permit, a coffee shop – and an ICE ankle monitor: ‘Is this America?’
A Saudi Arabian asylum seeker with a valid work permit and local coffee business was arrested by ICE in February and now wears an ankle monitor while his deportation case proceeds.
JD Vance reportedly mocks Carney for trying to ‘out-tough’ Trump on trade
Leaked audio captures US Vice President JD Vance mocking Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for attempting to negotiate aggressively on trade while ultimately making concessions on alcohol sales.
Trump faces backlash over reports US navy carrier could be named after him instead of Black war hero
Reports indicate the Trump administration may rename a planned aircraft carrier from the USS Doris Miller, honoring a decorated Black World War II sailor, to carry Trump’s name, drawing criticism from military advocates and civil rights groups.
Texas slashes $50m judgment against Alex Jones over false claim Sandy Hook shooting was hoax
A Texas appeals court reduced a $50 million judgment against Infowars founder Alex Jones to $1.5 million over false claims about the Sandy Hook shooting, though a larger Connecticut judgment remains unchanged.
First deportation flight lands in Haiti after TPS suspension
The first deportation flight carrying over 160 Haitian nationals landed in Haiti following the US Supreme Court’s decision upholding the Trump administration’s power to terminate Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 individuals.
DHS confirms just 185 non-citizens on Nevada voter rolls after claiming there were thousands more
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed only 185 non-citizens on Nevada voter rolls after initially claiming there could be as many as 15,903, according to records obtained by the Guardian.
Arizona AG declines to charge Gov. Katie Hobbs over pay-to-play allegations
Arizona’s attorney general declined to press criminal charges against Gov. Katie Hobbs over allegations she granted favorable treatment to a company that donated $100,000 to her inaugural fund, citing insufficient evidence of bribery.
Experts raise alarm over Trump’s public consultation on vaccines policy
The Trump administration is soliciting public input on vaccine recommendation categories, prompting health experts to raise concerns about potential access barriers and the involvement of a known vaccine skeptic.
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won Tuesday’s primary in Florida. Can she win in November?
Florida Democratic voters nominated state Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, over moderate Alex Vindman in Tuesday’s primary, setting up a challenge to Republican Sen. Ashley Moody in November.
Trump picks Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration
President Trump has nominated Dr. Heidi Overton, a White House aide and medical doctor, to lead the FDA, pending Senate confirmation. Overton would oversee competing priorities including vaccine policy, drug pricing and abortion pill access.
From McDonald’s to Congress: can a former fry cook flip a key district for Democrats?
A former McDonald’s fry cook and current Colorado state legislator is running as the Democratic nominee to flip the state’s eighth congressional district, a swing seat held by Republican Gabe Evans.
Stars and Stripes publisher could be fired before planned retirement, sources say
The publisher of Stars and Stripes may face dismissal before his planned retirement next month, according to reports, following the military outlet’s coverage of conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
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