Florida Representative Carlos Giménez said it would be a mistake to deport Haitians after the Supreme Court upheld the decision to end their temporary protected status (TPS). He described Haiti as a failed state and expressed concern about sending people back under these conditions.
Key Facts
The Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s decision to end TPS for Haitians.
TPS is a temporary protection from deportation given to people from countries facing crises.
Florida Rep. Carlos Giménez opposed deporting Haitians after this ruling.
Giménez called Haiti a failed state, implying it is unsafe for people to return.
Giménez is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
The issue involves U.S. immigration and humanitarian policy linked to Haiti.
Deportation efforts would follow the Supreme Court’s decision.
The statement was made publicly on a Sunday.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Florida Republican Congressman Carlos Giménez urged President Trump’s administration to keep temporary protected status (TPS) for Haitian migrants. He said sending around 350,000 Haitians back to Haiti, which he described as unsafe and unstable, would be a serious mistake. Other Republican officials from states with Haitian communities, like Ohio and New York, also expressed concern about ending TPS.
Key Facts
Carlos Giménez is a Republican congressman from Florida representing an area with about 110,000 Haitians.
The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end TPS for over 350,000 Haitians and around 6,000 Syrians.
TPS is a temporary legal protection given to people from countries that are unsafe or unable to handle migrants.
Giménez and other Republicans, including Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Congressman Mike Lawler, oppose ending TPS for Haitians.
DeWine said Haitians in Ohio work mainly in manufacturing, food industries, and caregiving roles.
Lawler warned that ending TPS could cause staff shortages in healthcare and disability support.
The Department of Homeland Security said TPS holders from Haiti keep their status until lower courts follow the Supreme Court ruling.
Giménez supports a bill to keep Haiti designated for TPS until 2029 due to safety and humanitarian concerns.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
New York City officials warned residents to prepare for dangerous flash flooding as a strong storm is expected to bring heavy rain through Monday night. The city reminded people, especially those living in basement apartments, to stay safe and be ready to move to higher ground because of the flood risk.
Key Facts
A multi-day storm will affect New York City from July 5 to July 7, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected.
Officials issued urgent alerts warning of life-threatening flash floods in streets, highways, and basements.
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for NYC, Long Island, northeastern New Jersey, and southern Connecticut.
Rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are expected, with some areas possibly getting even more.
Heavy rain could cause flooding quickly, overwhelming the city’s drainage systems.
Officials urged residents, especially those in basement apartments, to prepare evacuation plans and avoid traveling during heavy rain.
The warnings come after flash floods caused deaths in October 2025, when two men drowned in flooded basements in NYC.
Authorities reminded people not to walk, swim, or drive through flooded areas and to keep catch basins clear if safe.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A 12-tonne dead whale washed up on a beach in Muanda, Democratic Republic of Congo. Officials used a large crane to remove the whale after tractors and other smaller equipment could not lift it.
Key Facts
The whale weighed about 12 tonnes (12,000 kilograms).
It was found on the Atlantic coast beach in Muanda, DR Congo.
Attempts to remove the whale with tractors and smaller machines failed.
A 42-tonne crane was brought in to lift and remove the whale.
The removal operation lasted about two days.
Many people gathered on the beach to watch the removal.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A 22-year-old woman died in a skydiving accident near Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire. Emergency services were called, but she was pronounced dead at the scene, with no one else injured.
Key Facts
The accident happened near Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire.
Emergency services responded at 12:13 BST on Sunday.
The woman was 22 years old.
She was found in a nearby field and died at the scene.
Police have informed her family and are supporting them.
No other people were hurt in the incident.
Police are preparing a report for the coroner (an official who investigates deaths).
Investigations are ongoing to understand what caused the accident.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow stopped her campaign for the U.S. Senate just one month before the election. This change leaves two candidates running in the Democratic primary: Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
Key Facts
Mallory McMorrow is a Democrat from Michigan.
She ended her U.S. Senate campaign on a Sunday.
The decision came about one month before the primary election.
This leaves two candidates on the Democratic side: Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
Haley Stevens is described as a moderate candidate.
Abdul El-Sayed is described as a progressive candidate.
The race is for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
As the United States celebrates 250 years of independence, journalist Chris Hedges reviews the country’s history, including its founding ideals and major challenges like slavery and civil rights. He discusses whether the nation has met its original promises and considers what might lie ahead.
Key Facts
The United States is marking 250 years since gaining independence.
Chris Hedges is an author and journalist providing a reflection on this milestone.
The reflection covers the country’s founding ideas, such as those in the Declaration of Independence.
It includes a look at significant issues like slavery and civil rights.
The discussion questions if the U.S. has fulfilled the goals set by its founders.
It also explores the current state of democracy in the U.S.
The future direction of the nation is part of the analysis.
The reflection was published on July 5, 2026.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Russia says Ukraine refused a six-hour ceasefire near Kostiantynivka to allow the return of dead soldiers. Both countries disagree over who controls the city, while President Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump have spoken about ending the ongoing war.
Key Facts
Russia offered a six-hour ceasefire on Monday around Kostiantynivka to exchange bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers.
Russia claims to control Kostiantynivka, but Ukraine denies this and says its forces still hold the city.
President Zelenskyy called Russia’s claim a lie and suggested a peace meeting could happen there if Russia controlled the city.
Kremlin spokesman said Kostiantynivka is already part of Russia and invited Zelenskyy to meet President Putin in Moscow.
A Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea killed one person and injured two others.
President Donald Trump spoke separately with both Putin and Zelenskyy about ending the war.
Trump offered to help find a solution, and plans to meet Zelenskyy during the upcoming NATO summit.
A U.S. official said the war front has not changed much recently, making an urgent end to the conflict important.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
J.K. Simmons, an actor who won an Academy Award for the movie "Whiplash," gave an extended interview. He talked about his acting roles and portraying real-life characters.
Key Facts
J.K. Simmons won an Academy Award for his role in "Whiplash."
He participated in a web-exclusive interview with CBS News.
The interviewer was Tracy Smith.
Simmons discussed his various acting roles.
He focused on playing characters based on real people.
The interview is available on the CBS News App and website.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Yvette Cooper, the UK foreign secretary, warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could threaten humanity like the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima if countries do not work together to set global rules. She said AI will be a major issue in international politics over the next two years and called for stronger cooperation between nations, including the US and China, to manage its risks.
Key Facts
Cooper compared the risk of AI to the destruction caused by Hiroshima, emphasizing the need for international agreements before disaster happens.
She urged the US, China, and other countries to agree on global rules to control AI development.
Cooper said AI will dominate foreign policy discussions in the next two years due to its potential and risks.
She highlighted other global challenges like climate change, migration, and foreign interference that threaten security and democracy.
Cooper noted the US is stepping back from its traditional role as a global peacekeeper, affecting international relations.
She called for the UK and EU to create a stable, long-term relationship and stronger European security cooperation.
The UK government is negotiating new deals with the EU on agriculture, electricity trade, and youth visas, delayed to engage with the incoming Burnham government.
Cooper warned that focus on conflicts like Iran could distract countries from efforts to bring peace to Palestine.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Three sons of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei appeared at his funeral, but his designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was not present, possibly due to security concerns. The funeral events include a large public mourning in Tehran and a procession through important religious sites in Iran and Iraq, while calls for revenge against the U.S. and Israel were heard.
Key Facts
Ali Khamenei, Iran’s former Supreme Leader, was killed in an air strike on February 28.
His sons Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud appeared publicly at his funeral ceremony in Tehran.
Mojtaba Khamenei, his successor, has not been seen publicly since being appointed in March, likely for safety reasons due to threats.
The funeral includes public prayers, large crowds, and government-organized processions with transport, food, and lodging provided.
Mourners chanted slogans against the United States and Israel, reflecting calls for revenge.
The coffin will be taken to Shia holy sites in Iraq (Karbala and Najaf) and to major cities in Iran (Qom and Mashhad) for burial.
Tens of millions of metro rides were reported in Tehran during the days of mourning, indicating widespread public participation.
High-ranking Iranian political and military leaders attended the funeral ceremonies.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings will focus on ending the war in Ukraine and discuss Syria’s role in Middle East conflicts.
Key Facts
The NATO summit takes place in Ankara, Turkey.
President Trump plans to meet Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday.
Trump and Zelenskyy recently spoke by phone about the ongoing war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year.
Zelenskyy believes there is a real chance to end the war with Russia.
Trump told Russian President Putin he wants to help find peaceful solutions to the Ukraine conflict.
Trump feels urgency to end the war and will discuss plans with Zelenskyy, then follow up with Putin.
Trump also plans to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa but details about their agenda are unclear.
Trump has suggested Syria should fight Hezbollah in Lebanon, a proposal al-Sharaa denies interest in.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Seven countries in the OPEC+ group agreed to increase their oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August. This decision comes as oil prices have fallen close to levels seen before recent conflicts involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
Key Facts
The seven countries increasing production are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman.
This is the fifth month in a row that OPEC+ has raised oil production.
Oil prices recently dropped to under $72 a barrel, near pre-conflict levels.
The drop in prices follows an interim deal between the U.S. and Iran to end fighting and ease port blockades.
The deal allows ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about one-fifth of the world’s oil.
Despite the deal, ship traffic through the strait is still below levels before the conflict.
Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes through the strait or face strong consequences.
Earlier conflicts caused an energy crisis by limiting shipping and oil supplies worldwide.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A severe heatwave in the United States has caused at least 25 deaths, with many occurring in New Jersey and other states experiencing temperatures over 100°F (38°C). The extreme heat has affected millions of people, leading to active heat alerts in more than 20 states and impacting public events.
Key Facts
At least 25 people have died due to the heatwave across several US states.
New Jersey reported 22 deaths related to the heat in 10 counties, mostly in central and northern areas.
Many victims were found in homes without air conditioning, outside, or in parked cars.
Temperatures exceeded 100°F (38°C) in more than 20 states during the heatwave.
Over 140 million people were under active heat warnings across the country.
A heat-related death was confirmed in Cook County, Illinois, and Hinds County, Mississippi.
Emergency services in Washington DC treated 51 people for heat-related problems on July 4.
The National Weather Service expects cooler air to reduce the extreme heat in coming days.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
This interview features Representatives Adriano Espaillat (Democrat from New York) and Carlos Gimenez (Republican from Florida) discussing their personal immigrant backgrounds and reflecting on why their families came to the United States. They also briefly address ongoing immigration issues and recent Supreme Court decisions related to birthright citizenship.
Key Facts
Rep. Carlos Gimenez came to the U.S. from Cuba when he was nearly seven years old, escaping the Castro regime.
Gimenez recalls living with many family members in Florida and learning English starting at school.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat immigrated from the Dominican Republic at age nine and lived with his grandparents in New York City.
Espaillat remembers struggling with cold weather and learning English gradually at school.
Gimenez's parents sought freedom for their family by moving to the U.S., away from communism.
Espaillat’s grandmother was the first in their family to become a U.S. citizen and took pride in that status.
Both representatives now serve in Congress and are involved in discussions on immigration policy.
The interview touches on recent Supreme Court rulings related to birthright citizenship as a key immigration topic.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Patients and wounded people are holding a protest outside Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza. They want Israel to remove travel limits so they can leave Gaza for urgent medical care.
Key Facts
The protest is taking place outside Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza.
People there are asking Israel to stop restricting travel for medical reasons.
Gaza health officials say over 20,000 patients and injured people need to be evacuated.
Israel controls the crossings out of Gaza, including the Rafah crossing.
Current restrictions are slowing or blocking medical evacuations.
The situation involves urgent health needs for many people in Gaza.
The protest highlights growing pressure on Israel to ease travel limits for medical cases.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said some Christian villages in southern Lebanon have asked to join Israel for protection from Hezbollah militants. Israeli troops remain in southern Lebanon after the recent conflict triggered by Hezbollah rocket attacks following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader.
Key Facts
Some Christian villages in southern Lebanon reportedly asked to be annexed by Israel for safety from Hezbollah.
Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel after Iran’s supreme leader was killed in joined U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Israel responded with airstrikes and a ground invasion in southern Lebanon.
Israeli troops currently control parts of southern Lebanon near the border.
Many Christian villages have been damaged by fighting but most residents have stayed despite evacuation warnings.
Israeli military told village leaders not to allow Hezbollah fighters into their areas.
Netanyahu said Israel will keep troops in southern Lebanon as long as needed to protect its citizens.
Netanyahu acknowledged occasional disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump over the Iran deal and related policies but described the overall relationship as strong.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Mallory McMorrow, a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Michigan, stopped her campaign because her poll numbers were low. She announced this decision in a video shared on the social platform X and expressed gratitude.
Key Facts
Mallory McMorrow is running for the U.S. Senate seat from Michigan.
She suspended her campaign on Sunday.
The decision came after she saw low support in polls.
McMorrow shared her announcement via a video on X, a social media platform.
She expressed thankfulness as she ended her campaign.
McMorrow is a member of the Democratic Party (D).
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
On July 5, 2026, Face the Nation aired a special edition celebrating America's 250th birthday, featuring discussions on immigration, space exploration, and college sports. President Donald Trump gave a speech during the celebrations, while two immigrant members of Congress shared their experiences and views on immigration reform.
Key Facts
America celebrated its 250th anniversary with fireworks, parades, and other events despite hot weather and storms.
President Donald Trump gave a patriotic speech emphasizing American strength and potential.
Two members of Congress who immigrated to the U.S. as children—Carlos Gimenez (Republican, Florida) and Adriano Espaillat (Democrat, New York)—discussed immigration challenges.
Thousands were evacuated from the National Mall due to severe weather but later returned for the fireworks show.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman joined the program to talk about America’s space exploration plans.
The head of the NCAA, Charlie Baker, discussed changes in college sports and their importance for young athletes.
Panelists agreed that immigrants play a vital role in America’s future.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, shared photos of her family reunion after completing the Three Peaks Challenge to support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, where she was treated for cancer. The challenge involved climbing the highest mountains in England, Scotland, and Wales within 24 hours to raise awareness about cancer and holistic healthcare.
Key Facts
Catherine completed the Three Peaks Challenge by climbing Scafell Pike (England), Ben Nevis (Scotland), and Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon (Wales).
The Princess was treated for cancer in 2024 and announced she was in remission at the start of 2025.
She described her cancer diagnosis as a "huge shock" and her treatment as "life-changing."
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity benefits from fundraising linked to her challenge.
Holistic care means supporting the whole person, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and social wellbeing alongside medical treatment.
Catherine was reunited with her husband, Prince William, their three children, and her family after completing the challenge.
She wants to raise awareness about the personal impact of serious illness and the importance of holistic healthcare.
The Princess has returned to royal duties following her remission announcement.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
