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Thursday, September 26th, 2024 - Israel strikes; AI election interference; Congress avoids shutdown; Hurricane Helene approaches Sep 26, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Today’s Headlines: Israel is gearing up for a potential ground invasion of southern Lebanon, focusing on Hezbollah militants with over 2,000 airstrikes in just three days. Meanwhile, President Biden is pushing for a diplomatic pause in the fighting and working on a ceasefire deal for Gaza. On the election front, a new intelligence report shows that Russia, Iran, and China are using AI to spread disinformation with Russia focused on boosting Trump and attacking Kamala Harris on immigration; and Iran targeting voters with false information about the Israel-Hamas war. In Ohio, a Haitian group has filed charges against Trump and JD Vance over harmful lies targeting their community. In other news, Congress has avoided a government shutdown for now by passing a temporary funding bill, and new ethics rules for Supreme Court justices are raising eyebrows. Finally, Florida is bracing for Hurricane Helene, a massive Category 4 storm set to cause major flooding and storm surges across the state.

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Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 - Israel/Hezbollah updates; Biden at UN; Iran-Russia deal; Voter suppression update; Williams execution; Harris’ push to codify Roe Sep 25, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Israel continues strikes on Lebanon, killing a top Hezbollah commander, while the IDF aims to end the conflict quickly. The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Lebanon. President Biden, during his UN speech, emphasized alliances and criticized leaders focused on power. Meanwhile, Iran has been brokering secret talks between Russia and Yemen's Houthi rebels over missile supplies. Back in the US, Mississippi, a case challenging mail-in voting rules could affect other state and Missouri executed Marcellus Williams despite doubts about his conviction. Finally, Kamala Harris supports ending the Senate filibuster to codify Roe v. Wade.

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Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 - Israel strikes; UN Assembly; NE electoral push fails; Trump plot; Crime falls; CA sues Exxon; Book bans up Sep 24, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Israel has ramped up strikes on Lebanon, aiming at Hezbollah and leaving nearly 500 dead and 1,500 injured. As global leaders gather for the UN General Assembly, discussions center on the fallout from the Middle East conflict and the war in Ukraine. Back in the U.S., Lindsey Graham’s push to change Nebraska’s electoral system hit a roadblock. A man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump could face life in prison. FBI stats show violent crime dropped 3% last year. California is suing ExxonMobil for misleading the public on plastics recycling. And book bans in U.S. schools have tripled, with Florida and Iowa leading the charge.

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Monday, September 23rd, 2024 - Early voting begins; Voter suppression updates; TX maternal mortality rise; Robinson & Gaetz scandals Sep 23, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Election Day is just 42 days away, but early voting has already started in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Virginia. Most states offer early voting, except for Alabama, New Hampshire, and Mississippi (which has some exceptions). Meanwhile, Georgia's Board of Elections has sparked controversy with a rule requiring counties to hand-count millions of ballots—raising concerns about delays and errors. Other red states, like Texas and Oklahoma, continue voter suppression efforts, purging hundreds of thousands of voters and closing polling locations in minority areas. In Texas, the maternal mortality rate jumped 56% after its abortion bans, hitting Black and Hispanic women the hardest. And in North Carolina, Republican candidate for governor Mark Robinson is facing backlash over racist and offensive comments, leading key campaign staff to resign. Finally, Congressman Matt Gaetz is once again under fire—this time, with fresh allegations involving a minor at a sex party, adding to his ongoing House Ethics investigation.

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Rock The Vote: Nationwide Early Voting
WA Post: Pro-Trump Georgia election board votes to require hand counts of ballots
The Guardian: Network of Georgia election officials strategizing to undermine 2024 result
NBC News: A dramatic rise in pregnant women dying in Texas after abortion ban
WA Post: Porn site user linked to Mark Robinson also praised Hitler's Mein Kampf
New Republic: New Docs Reveal Horrific Extent of Matt Gaetz’s Creepy Sex Scandal

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Friday, September 20th, 2024 - Mark Robinson scandal; Hezbollah's threat; SC justices targeted; Graham backs NE electoral votes change Sep 20, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: North Carolina’s Lt. Governor and GOP candidate for Governor, Mark Robinson, is facing backlash after a CNN report revealed he made offensive comments on a porn forum under his personal email. He denies the claims, calling them "tabloid trash." In other news, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warned Israel of retaliation after they remotely detonated Hezbollah communication devices, calling it an act of war. Meanwhile, a 76-year-old man in Alaska was arrested for sending over 400 threats to Supreme Court justices. And finally, Senator Lindsey Graham is working with Nebraska lawmakers to change the state's electoral vote system before the 2024 election.

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Thursday, September 19th, 2024 - Israel ramps up offensive; Fed cuts rates; Iranian hackers’ offer; U.S. OD deaths drop Sep 19, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Israel ramped up its offensive against Hezbollah yesterday by detonating thousands of two-way radios used by the group in Lebanon, killing 20 and injuring 450. This is part of Israel’s effort to neutralize Hezbollah so displaced families can return home. U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, said they had no advance knowledge of the operation. Elsewhere, Iranian hackers tried to share stolen Trump campaign data with the Biden-Harris campaign, though there’s no sign the offer was accepted. The Fed cut interest rates to 4.8% and hinted more cuts are on the way. Meanwhile, House Republicans blocked a government funding bill, bringing the U.S. closer to a shutdown. On a brighter note, U.S. overdose deaths fell by 10.6%, the first decline in decades.

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Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 - Senate Blocks IVF Bill; Russian disinfo targets Harris; AZ voter glitch; Diddy’s charges Sep 18, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: Senate Republicans just blocked the Right to IVF Act, halting efforts to protect access to IVF treatments. Only two Republicans backed the bill, while Senator JD Vance didn’t even show up to vote. Meanwhile, Microsoft researchers revealed Russian-backed groups are spreading disinformation about Vice President Harris, and election officials in 15 states have received suspicious packages, sparking federal investigations. In Ohio, a sheriff urged people to track homes supporting Harris, and in Arizona, a DMV glitch may prevent 100,000 voters from participating in state elections. Israel launched a strike killing Hezbollah commanders in Lebanon, and Sean Combs was arrested on federal sex trafficking charges dating back to 2008.

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Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 - GA abortion ban deaths; Trump’s crypto; TikTok ban; Toxic chemicals in food packaging Sep 17, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: A new ProPublica report reveals that at least two women in Georgia, including 28-year-old Amber Nicole Thurman, died because doctors were too afraid to perform necessary abortion procedures under the state’s restrictive ban. Thurman’s death followed a 20-hour delay in treating her post-abortion complications. In other news, Donald Trump has launched a cryptocurrency exchange called World Liberty Financial, involving his sons and even 18-year-old Barron. Meanwhile, TikTok is taking the U.S. government to court over its sale-or-ban law, claiming it violates free speech. A pipeline fire in Houston forced evacuations, and a new study has found that over 3,000 harmful chemicals from food packaging have been detected in human blood, hair, and breast milk.

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Monday, September 16th, 2024 - Trump assassination foiled; Vance’s lies & OH bomb threats; Boeing strike Sep 16, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: The Secret Service stopped a potential assassination attempt on Donald Trump while he was golfing in West Palm Beach, Florida. The gunman, Ryan Wesley Routh, was arrested after fleeing the scene. In Springfield, Ohio, bomb threats shut down schools and public buildings after Trump spread false claims that immigrants were eating animals. JD Vance later admitted he pushed the story to get media attention. New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ chief legal adviser, Lisa Zornberg, resigned amid growing investigations into Adams’ circle. Lastly, Boeing workers went on strike, demanding a 40% pay raise after rejecting the company’s offer of 25%.

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Friday, September 13th, 2024 - Jan 6 Security boost; Garland vows justice; Trump skips debate; NYPD’s Caban resigns; New Weinstein charges Sep 13, 2024

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Today’s Headlines: The Department of Homeland Security has designated January 6th, the date for certifying the presidential election, as a National Special Security Event, ensuring heightened security similar to events like the Super Bowl. This move was requested by Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. Meanwhile, Attorney General Merrick Garland reassured Justice Department staff of its continued commitment to upholding the rule of law, despite increased threats due to ongoing prosecutions. Donald Trump also announced he would not participate in another debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. In New York, NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban resigned amidst an FBI corruption investigation. Lastly, Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on new sex crimes charges as prosecutors prepare for his retrial in November

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