The U.S. Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to lower housing costs by increasing supply and limiting large investors buying single-family homes. The bill received strong support from both parties and now goes to the House for approval before it can become law.
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The Senate approved the bill by a vote of 85 to 5.
The bill aims to raise the housing supply and reduce housing costs.
It limits purchases of certain single-family homes by institutional investors.
The legislation includes over 45 provisions to support affordable housing development.
Provisions include streamlining environmental reviews and supporting veterans.
The White House supports limiting big investors to help buyers compete.
The House Financial Services Committee has included key priorities in the final bill.
Lawmakers hope President Trump will sign the bill into law soon.
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British Prime Minister Starmer resigned on Monday after facing political pressure and dissatisfaction within his own Labour Party. This resignation starts the process to choose a new prime minister, marking the seventh change in leadership in the UK over the past 10 years.
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Prime Minister Starmer stepped down on Monday.
He became prime minister two years ago after a big election win.
Many people grew unhappy with his government quickly.
Members of his own Labour Party rebelled against him.
His resignation triggers the search for a new prime minister.
The UK has had seven prime ministers in the last decade.
Romilly Weeks from ITV News reported this story.
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The US Senate passed a bipartisan bill called the 21st Century Road to Housing Act to make housing more affordable by speeding up construction and limiting large investors from buying many homes. The bill passed with wide support and will now move to the House of Representatives.
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The bill aims to lower housing costs by simplifying construction and permitting processes.
It limits investors who own 350 or more homes from buying additional single-family houses.
The law includes pilot programs for grants to help improve homes and plan affordable housing.
It expands access to manufactured homes and increases mortgage availability.
The Senate passed the bill with an 85-5 vote.
The bill combines proposals from both the House and Senate after earlier disagreements.
Lawmakers see a shortage of new homes as a main reason for rising housing prices.
The bill comes as Congress and President Trump prepare for the November midterm elections, where housing affordability is a key issue.
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Sir Keir Starmer announced a timetable for leaving his position, increasing the chances that Andy Burnham will become the next UK Prime Minister. Wes Streeting, a major contender, dropped out and supported Burnham, signaling a likely quick leadership change for the Labour Party.
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Sir Keir Starmer set a timetable for his departure as Labour Party leader.
Andy Burnham is the leading candidate to replace Starmer as Prime Minister.
Wes Streeting, another potential candidate, withdrew and endorsed Burnham.
Burnham would be the UK’s fifth Prime Minister in four years if he takes office.
Some Labour leaders want to keep Chancellor Rachel Reeves, but Burnham may replace her.
Burnham is popular in Greater Manchester but untested nationally.
Concerns exist about Burnham’s experience and ability to lead given past leadership losses.
Labour MPs are uncertain about Burnham’s detailed plans for government policy.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will have more repairs soon, just before the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary. President Donald Trump has said vandals caused the algae growth and peeling paint, but there is no proof for this claim.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool needs more repairs.
These repairs will happen shortly before the country's 250th birthday.
The pool has problems with algae growing in it.
The pool's paint is peeling off.
President Donald Trump says vandals caused these issues.
There is no evidence to support the claim about vandals.
The pool had been renovated before these problems appeared.
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The Supreme Court put back a murder conviction for Etan Patz. Tornadoes caused at least three deaths in the U.S. Midwest. Colombia held an election for its next president. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, confirmed Ebola cases passed 1,000. Soccer player Lionel Messi became the top scorer in World Cup history.
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The Supreme Court reinstated a murder conviction related to Etan Patz.
Tornadoes resulted in at least three deaths in the Midwestern United States.
Colombia voted to elect its new president.
Ebola cases exceeded 1,000 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Lionel Messi became the highest goal scorer ever in World Cup tournaments.
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Senator John Cornyn said that Texas Senator Ted Cruz wants to be president in 2028, hinting at early moves within the Republican Party's future leadership plans. Recent polls show Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as top Republican contenders, but Cruz has not officially announced a run yet.
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Senator John Cornyn said Ted Cruz wants to be the next president.
Cornyn avoided endorsing Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State Marco Rubio as future leaders.
Cruz has not formally declared if he will run for president in 2028.
Cornyn lost his Republican primary to Ken Paxton, who now faces Democrat James Talarico in November.
Polls show Vance and Rubio leading early Republican support for the 2028 nomination.
One poll showed Rubio with 34.6% and Vance with 35.5% among likely Republican voters.
Democratic candidates like Kamala Harris lead over Vance, Rubio, DeSantis, and Cruz in some surveys.
The 2028 race is still uncertain, with decisions likely after the 2026 midterm elections.
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The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool will be drained again after President Donald Trump claimed that vandals caused damage like cutting the pool liner and adding fertilizer, which led to algae growth. Officials and reporters have not confirmed these claims, and the pool faces issues following a recent $14 million renovation.
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President Trump said five people were arrested and five others investigated for vandalism at the reflecting pool.
He described a large slit in the pool liner and said fertilizer was added to cause algae.
Reporters saw no clear evidence of damage during a recent visit.
A cyclist was arrested for touching peeling paint at the pool.
The pool was painted dark blue as part of the $14 million renovation for the U.S. 250th birthday.
The renovation involved a no-bid contract with a company linked to Trump’s golf clubs.
After the update, algae grew in the pool and paint started peeling off.
It is unclear when the pool will be drained, but temporary permits are in place to manage the water release.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is showing support for President Joe Biden as he considers running for president in 2028. This approach is different from many other Democrats who are trying to keep some distance from Biden.
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Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California.
Newsom is thinking about running for president in 2028.
Unlike many Democrats, Newsom is publicly supporting President Biden.
Some Democrats are trying to separate themselves from Biden politically.
The news comes from a report by Axios.
Political experts Joel Payne and T.W. Arrighi provided analysis on this topic.
The information was shared through CBS News coverage.
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The Senate passed a bill to help lower housing costs with strong support from both parties. The bill now goes to the House of Representatives for approval.
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The bill aims to make housing more affordable.
It received near-unanimous support in the Senate.
Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers supported the bill.
Lawmakers hope the bill will address rising living expenses.
Passing this bill is seen as a positive achievement before upcoming elections.
The bill still needs to be approved by the House of Representatives.
The focus is on helping Americans manage housing costs better.
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Rob Sand, the Iowa state auditor and a Democratic candidate for governor, responded to attacks from his Republican opponent, Zach Lahn, by pointing out that Lahn has mostly lived in Kansas. Sand aims to become the first Democratic governor in Iowa in over 15 years.
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Rob Sand is running for governor of Iowa as a Democrat.
No Democrat has been governor in Iowa for more than 15 years.
Sand currently serves as the Iowa state auditor.
His main opponent is Republican Zach Lahn.
Sand criticized Lahn for mostly living in Kansas.
The campaign includes attacks between the candidates.
Sand appeared on CBS News' program "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign.
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Alex Bores, a New York State Assembly Member, is running to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler in Congress. He shared his plans to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) if elected.
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New York City Democrats are voting to select a candidate to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler, who is retiring.
Alex Bores is one of several candidates competing in the Democratic primary.
Bores is currently a member of the New York State Assembly.
He plans to focus on regulating AI technology if he wins the election.
His priorities and ideas were discussed during an interview on CBS News.
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Investigators believe two ransom notes sent to Nancy Guthrie’s family after her disappearance were from the person or group who kidnapped her. The first note demanded bitcoin money for her release, and the second said she had died but that her death was unintended.
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Nancy Guthrie, age 84, went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona.
Two ransom notes were sent to her family days after she disappeared.
The first note demanded millions in bitcoin for her release.
The second note said Nancy had died but did not explain details.
Investigators think both notes came from the same source and same computer IP address.
The first note included specific details only someone at her home might know.
Nancy’s daughter, Savannah Guthrie, a TV host, said the two notes are likely real.
FBI and local detectives are investigating the kidnapping and searching for Nancy and the kidnappers.
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A new memo from the Justice Department challenges longtime protections for Americans with disabilities. This memo is part of the Trump administration's effort to change how disability services and policies are handled.
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The Justice Department released a memo about disability protections.
The memo questions protections that have been in place for many years.
The changes are part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts on disability policy.
The memo could affect how services for people with disabilities are provided.
Maria Town, head of the American Association of People with Disabilities, discussed the issue with Ali Rogin.
The protections in question have been part of U.S. law and policy for decades.
The memo signals a possible shift in government approach toward disability rights.
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Senator Mitch McConnell is not voting in the Senate this week as he recovers from an undisclosed medical issue that led to his hospitalization on June 14, 2026. Despite his absence from votes, his staff continues to handle his legislative work and state matters in Kentucky.
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Senator Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14, 2026, but the exact medical condition was not disclosed.
He will not participate in votes on the Senate floor this week but remains involved in Senate and Kentucky work through his staff.
McConnell has missed nine consecutive roll call votes since his hospitalization, including important votes on judicial nominees, housing, immigration, and a war powers resolution about Iran.
He has faced several health problems in recent years, including a concussion, fractured rib, and flu-like symptoms.
McConnell, age 84, plans to retire when his current Senate term ends in January 2027.
Senate leaders had hoped he would return to work soon, but his voting terminal has been inactive since June 15.
His absence occurs during a critical time in Congress involving budget decisions and foreign policy.
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Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old woman from Tucson, Arizona, has been missing since January 31. New letters received by investigators suggest she may be dead, which marks a change from earlier messages that said she was alive and demanded cryptocurrency. The police and FBI continue to investigate her disappearance as a possible crime.
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Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home on January 31 and was reported missing the next day.
She had limited mobility and could not walk far on her own, making it unlikely she left voluntarily.
Investigators found evidence of possible foul play inside her home and collected DNA samples.
Two letters were sent to local media: the first said she was alive and demanded cryptocurrency; the second claimed she is dead.
The second letter also said she was “buried with nature now” and suggested her death was unintentional.
Surveillance footage showed a masked man with a backpack approaching her home and damaging the doorbell camera.
The FBI has offered a $100,000 reward for information about Nancy Guthrie or the person responsible.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department and FBI are actively investigating the case.
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Clive Davis, a major figure in the music world, died at the age of 94. He helped develop the careers of many famous artists in different music styles over more than 50 years.
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Clive Davis was an influential leader in the music industry.
He worked with artists across many music genres.
Davis’s career spanned over fifty years.
He played a key role in turning artists into stars.
He died at the age of 94.
News about his passing was reported recently.
His impact on music lasted for decades.
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NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter discuss growing disagreements between President Donald Trump and Republican leaders in Congress about the Iran conflict. They also note that Democrats are experiencing internal disagreements in New York’s primary elections, where progressive and moderate candidates are competing.
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President Trump and GOP leaders in Congress have new disagreements related to the war in Iran.
These disagreements are causing divisions within the Republican Party.
Democrats in New York are having their own internal conflicts during primary elections.
The New York primaries feature contests between progressive and moderate candidates.
Political analysts Tamara Keith and Amy Walter are discussing these developments on NPR.
The issues highlight tensions within both major political parties in the U.S.
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A shooting in Montreal resulted in the deaths of two people, including a police officer. Investigators believe Nancy Guthrie’s abductor sent a ransom note claiming she had died.
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Two people were killed in a shooting in Montreal.
One of the victims was a police officer.
Nancy Guthrie was abducted and her captor likely sent a ransom note.
The ransom note reportedly said Nancy Guthrie had died.
Police and investigators are involved in both cases.
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A shooting in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood left three people dead, including a police officer and the suspect. The police confronted the shooter, who was wearing tactical clothing and armed with a long-range weapon, and killed him during the incident.
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The shooting happened late Monday morning in a busy part of Montreal with a large Jewish community.
Police responded quickly after reports of gunfire near Trans-Island and De Courtrai avenues.
One police officer and one civilian died; another officer was seriously injured but stable.
The suspect was armed and wearing tactical-style clothing and was killed by police.
Authorities issued an "armed and dangerous" alert asking people to stay inside and lock their doors.
Roads including parts of Highway 40 and the Décarie Expressway were closed during the emergency.
The Office of Independent Investigations is leading the investigation since it involved police action.
Officials said the suspect may have left a manifesto and the motive is still unclear.
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