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Ocasio-Cortez Says She Does Not Support All Planks of Democratic Socialists’ Platform
The New York Democrat said in a Sunday interview that she remained in the group’s New York City chapter but did not back policies in its national program.
Hassett Rules Out Replacing Fed’s Lisa Cook on Central Bank Board
The White House economic adviser said Trump could remove Cook if due process ultimately establishes cause for her firing.
US Government Revokes More Than 175,000 Visas
The department said the reasons for the visa revocations include crimes, fraud, sexual abuse, calling for violence against Americans, and more.
Shein Blames End of Exemptions for Low-Cost Imports for US Sales Slump
The Chinese fast-fashion retailer is passing off tariff costs onto U.S. bargain hunters.
Middletown Takes Harder Stance Against E-Bikes and E-Scooters
These forms of transportation have become popular among younger people, the police chief said.
US to Codify English Language Requirements for Truckers
More than 26,000 drivers have already been taken off U.S. roads for failing English proficiency tests.
Senate to Take Up College Sports Bill After August Recess
The act would prohibit colleges, athletic conferences, and organizations from preventing athletes from entering into name, image, and likeness agreements.
Court Rules in Favor of California AG Over Voter ID Ballot Measure Title
A judge ruled that the new title and label describing Califorina’s voter ID ballot measure, Proposition 39, were accurate and reasonable.
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Judge Approves $2.5 Billion ‘Forever Chemical’ Settlement Between New Jersey and Chemical Giants
An estimated 78 percent of the U.S. general population had detectable concentrations of PFAS compounds in 2017–2018.
US Has Depleted Nearly Two-Thirds of Patriot Interceptor Stockpile: Report
CSIS statistics indicated that the Patriot interceptor stockpile decreased by at least 65 percent.
If They Were Human, They’d Be Arrested. Experts Respond to Rogue AI Breach.
One expert compared the OpenAI model hack to a dystopian thought experiment in which a machine eventually destroys humanity.
Trump Says US ‘Only Semi-Negotiating’ With Iran
The U.S. president said that Iran’s economy is in poor shape and the regime has no funds to pay its soldiers.
FBI Task Force Targeting Transnational Repression Across US: Patel
Transnational repression tactics include stalking, cyberhacking, assault, attempted kidnapping, and threats against targets’ family members and friends.
Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed Unless US Agrees to List of Demands, Iran Says
Iran revealed on Aug. 8 that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close.
Birth Tourism Ads Targeting Chinese Highlight US Immigration Vulnerabilities
An estimated 20,000 to 26,000 babies are born through birth tourism per year, according to the Center for Immigration Studies.
Supreme Court Justice Alito Says He’s Sticking Around for Another Term
His comment comes after NPR retracted a June report that incorrectly stated that the 76-year-old justice was retiring.
Federal Judge Rules DHS Can Terminate Deportation Protections for South Sudan
The decision came after a Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Trump administration in June.
Sen. Cassidy Says He'll Support Blanche for AG, Clearing Path for Confirmation
Two Republicans will vote no on his confirmation: Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins.
US Ceases Avocado Inspections in Mexican State of Michoacán Over Threat to American Interests
The pause in USDA checks for Mexico’s top avocado-producing state risks stopping shipments of the fruit amid security concerns over cartel activity.
SF Giants Announcer Mike Krukow to Retire at End of Season
The broadcaster thanked fans for supporting him during his nearly four-decade career.
RFK Jr. Announces Proposal to Reduce Rules for Head Start Preschool Program
‘We are removing unnecessary bureaucracy,’ the health secretary said.
