Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, a state expected to have an early role in choosing the 2028 presidential candidates. This may increase the influence of Arab American voices and bring more attention to U.S. policies on Israel within the Democratic Party.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Michigan in August 2026.
Michigan could hold an early primary in 2028, following states like South Carolina and Nevada.
Michigan has a large Arab American population, around 300,000 people.
El-Sayed campaigned on ending U.S. aid to Israel.
Prominent Democrats like Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom have endorsed El-Sayed.
The Democratic primary in 2028 is expected to be competitive with many candidates considering runs.
The Democratic Party is paying close attention to U.S. policy on Israel, a key issue for voters.
Polls show a rising number of Democrats believe the U.S. supports Israel too much.
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Simon Levy, a convicted sex offender, assaulted a woman named Laura in 2018 and was later allowed out of jail, after which he attacked and killed more women. Laura said the police and courts made mistakes that let Levy harm others, and he has now been found guilty of multiple murders and assaults in London.
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Simon Levy attacked Laura in 2018 on the London Underground during the Notting Hill Carnival.
Laura reported the assault to police but initially felt unsupported and that officers did not act promptly.
Levy was convicted in 2021 of sexually assaulting Laura and another woman and was sentenced to three years in prison.
While on license (early release), Levy sexually assaulted a prison officer but was still released.
Between 2023 and 2025, Levy sexually assaulted 11 women on trains and the Tube in London.
In 2025, Levy was convicted of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins, along with raping another woman.
Police and courts faced criticism for decisions that allowed Levy to remain free and attack more women.
Laura says she feels betrayed by the criminal justice system, which she believes failed to protect other women.
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Senator John Cornyn shared data showing vaccines have prevented many deaths since 1974, including among children. This came after President Trump signed an executive order related to childhood vaccines and changing the usual vaccine schedule for mumps, measles, and rubella (MMR).
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Senator John Cornyn is from Texas and is a Republican.
Cornyn posted information highlighting how vaccines have saved lives.
Since 1974, vaccines have prevented about 154 million deaths worldwide.
Of those, around 146 million vaccine-prevented deaths were in children under a certain age.
President Trump signed an executive order about childhood vaccines.
The order aims to change the usual vaccine schedule for MMR (mumps, measles, rubella).
The executive order seeks to reduce the number of childhood vaccines given at once.
Vaccines are recognized for their role in preventing serious diseases and deaths.
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Six U.S. states held primary elections on August 11 as part of the 2026 midterm election process. New information has emerged about President Donald Trump's use of a secret plane switch.
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Six states had primary elections on August 11, 2024.
These primaries are part of the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections.
Primaries help political parties choose their candidates for upcoming elections.
President Donald Trump is involved in new reports about secretly switching planes.
The details about the plane switch have recently become public.
CBS News provided coverage of these election events and breaking news.
The information was available through the CBS News app and their website.
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Minnesota voters are participating in primary elections for the U.S. House of Representatives. One seat is open because Representative Angie Craig is running for the Senate, while all other current representatives are running again.
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Minnesota holds primary elections for U.S. House seats on Tuesday.
Only one House seat is open this cycle in Minnesota.
Representative Angie Craig from the 2nd District is running for the Senate, leaving her seat open.
All other current Minnesota House members are seeking reelection.
Polls close at 9 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
Results are being tracked live by Decision Desk HQ.
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Voters in Wisconsin are choosing the next governor in a primary election. The main Democratic contenders include Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate, and David Crowley, supported by current Governor Tony Evers. On the Republican side, Tom Tiffany is running without significant challengers.
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Wisconsin voters are holding a gubernatorial primary election.
Francesca Hong, a state representative and democratic socialist, leads the Democratic candidates.
David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, is backed by Governor Tony Evers.
Other candidates are also running in the Democratic primary.
Republican Representative Tom Tiffany is the only candidate in the Republican primary.
The election will decide who runs for governor in the next general election.
The contest highlights a division between progressive and establishment Democrats in Wisconsin.
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Alabama held special primary elections in four congressional districts after a recent Supreme Court decision changed voting rules. The elections were postponed earlier due to a legal dispute over how the districts were drawn.
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Alabama held special primary elections on Tuesday.
These elections took place in the 1st, 2nd, 6th, and 7th Congressional Districts.
The primary contests were postponed previously because of a legal fight over redistricting.
Republican Governor Kay Ivey called for these special primary elections.
The Supreme Court made a ruling that weakened part of the Voting Rights Act.
This ruling allowed Alabama to use new congressional district maps.
The special primaries are to choose party candidates for upcoming elections.
Redistricting is the process of redrawing voting district boundaries.
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South Carolina held a special primary election to choose a new Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate after Senator Lindsey Graham passed away. His sister, Darline Graham, who was temporarily appointed to finish his term, is among the candidates competing in the crowded race.
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Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina died in July.
A special primary election was held to select the Republican nominee for the Senate seat in November.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed to fill the rest of his Senate term.
Darline Graham is running to be the official Republican nominee.
There are many candidates competing to replace Lindsey Graham on the ballot.
The winner of this primary will run in the general election in November.
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Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan and Representative Angie Craig are competing in the Democratic primary for a U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota. The current Senator, Tina Smith, is retiring, opening the race for new candidates.
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Tina Smith, the sitting U.S. Senator from Minnesota, has decided not to run for re-election.
Peggy Flanagan is the Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota and identifies as a progressive.
Flanagan has received the official endorsement of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party.
Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have publicly supported Flanagan.
Angie Craig is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Craig is supported by the House Minority Leader.
The primary election is taking place on a Tuesday.
The winner will represent the Democratic Party in the general election for the Minnesota Senate seat.
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Vermont voters are casting their ballots in the primary election for governor. The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, who has held the position for nearly ten years, is running for reelection.
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Vermont has not voted for a Republican president since 1988.
Senator Bernie Sanders, known for progressive views, represents Vermont.
Phil Scott, a Republican, has been Vermont’s governor for almost ten years.
Phil Scott is running again to be governor.
The election is part of Vermont’s gubernatorial primary process.
Voters are currently going to the polls to choose their preferred candidates.
Vermont is sometimes called the Green Mountain State.
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Vermont held primary elections to choose candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives from the state. Incumbent Representative Becca Balint is running for a third term and has no challengers within the Democratic Party.
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Vermont has one at-large congressional seat for the U.S. House of Representatives.
The primary election took place on a Tuesday.
Becca Balint is the current representative and a member of the Democratic Party.
She is running for her third term in Congress.
Balint faces no competition for the Democratic nomination.
The Republican candidates competing for their party’s nomination include former statewide officeholders.
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Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is running for a third term and is expected to win the Democratic primary against state representative Josh Elliott. On the Republican side, Ryan Fazio has already been chosen as the candidate for the upcoming election.
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Ned Lamont is the current governor of Connecticut.
Lamont is seeking a third term in office.
Josh Elliott, a state representative, is Lamont’s Democratic primary opponent.
The Democratic primary voting ends at 8 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
Ryan Fazio won the Republican nomination earlier this year.
The contest will decide who competes in the general gubernatorial election.
Results are being updated live by election trackers.
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Minnesota voters are participating in primary elections to choose candidates for governor. Senator Amy Klobuchar leads the Democratic primary to replace Governor Tim Walz, while on the Republican side, President Donald Trump supports Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow.
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Minnesota is holding primary elections to select gubernatorial candidates.
Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, is not running for re-election.
Senator Amy Klobuchar leads the Democratic primary race for governor.
President Donald Trump endorses Mike Lindell, the MyPillow CEO, in the Republican primary.
Voters are casting their ballots on Tuesday, with polls closing later in the day.
The primaries will decide the candidates for the general election for governor in Minnesota.
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Connecticut’s five House members are all running for reelection. Only Democratic Representative John Larson has a primary challenger, former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, along with two other candidates, competing for the Democratic nomination.
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All five Connecticut House members are seeking reelection.
John Larson, a Democrat, is the only one facing a primary challenge.
Larson’s challengers include former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin and two others.
Larson has the support of Connecticut Democratic Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Coons.
The primary election is taking place on Tuesday.
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Voters in Wisconsin are participating in primary elections for several U.S. House seats. The 3rd Congressional District race is closely watched as Democrat Rebecca Cooke competes to become the candidate against Republican Representative Derrick van Orden.
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Wisconsin is holding primary elections for its U.S. House seats.
The 3rd Congressional District is considered a competitive or "toss-up" seat.
Democrat Rebecca Cooke is running for her party’s nomination in this district.
Cooke aims to challenge the current Republican Representative, Derrick van Orden.
Cooke faces a challenger from within the Democratic Party.
The primary elections will decide who represents each party in the general election.
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Severe storms hit Columbus, Ohio, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, flooding, and damage. A vehicle was overturned by the storm, one death was reported, and no injuries occurred from the flipped vehicle. Ohio’s Governor Mike DeWine has activated the National Guard and warned people to prepare for more storms.
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A powerful storm hit Columbus, Ohio, causing severe weather conditions.
The storm included strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding.
A vehicle was flipped over by the wind; no injuries were reported from this incident.
At least one person died due to the storm.
There was widespread damage across central Ohio.
Governor Mike DeWine has activated the Ohio National Guard to help.
Residents have been urged to prepare for more severe storms and flooding in the coming days.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has hired more than 2,000 video gamers to train as air traffic controllers to help fill a shortage. The skills used in gaming, such as quick thinking and managing information, match those needed to safely guide airplanes.
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The FAA met 94% of its hiring goal by recruiting video gamers as air traffic controllers.
Over 2,000 more candidates are currently in the hiring process.
Many air traffic controllers started out as gamers because gaming helps develop relevant skills.
Only about 25% of air traffic controllers have a traditional college degree.
The median annual salary for controllers was $144,580 in 2024 but varies by experience and location.
Controllers must be U.S. citizens, under age 31, and pass strict exams before training.
Less than 10% of applicants typically qualify for the FAA’s training program.
A shortage of controllers has raised concerns about flight delays and cancellations.
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Lindsay Clancy’s trial focuses on the medications she was prescribed before she killed her three children in 2023. Testimony revealed Clancy reported intrusive thoughts, depression, and trouble sleeping while trying to find the right medication for her postpartum mental health issues.
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Lindsay Clancy messaged a psychiatric nurse in late 2022 saying she felt hopeless and had new intrusive thoughts.
She was treated for postpartum depression and anxiety with various medications, including Remeron.
Clancy expressed concerns about side effects and addiction to medications like Ativan.
Her nurse, Rebecca Jollotta, recommended alternative treatments such as therapy and meditation.
Jollotta testified that intrusive thoughts can be common in postpartum depression and encouraged Clancy to report symptoms.
Clancy and her husband later sued some of her healthcare providers over her medical care.
The trial is taking place in Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 2026 about the events that happened in 2023.
The story includes a warning about the sensitive topic of suicide and provides a crisis helpline number.
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The Justice Department sent about 20 staff members to watch polling places in two big counties in Minnesota during the state’s primary election. These staff are from the Civil Rights Division’s voting section and monitored voting centers in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties.
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The DOJ deployed around 20 people to monitor polling sites.
The team is from the Civil Rights Division’s voting section.
Monitoring took place in Minnesota’s Hennepin County and Ramsey County.
The monitoring happened during the state primary election on a Tuesday.
The DOJ aims to ensure voting rights and fair election processes.
Hennepin and Ramsey are among the largest counties in Minnesota.
This action is part of the DOJ’s role to protect civil rights during elections.
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President Donald Trump was secretly moved from Air Force One onto a military plane using a catering truck during his departure from the Nato summit in Turkey. This type of deception is common in protecting U.S. presidents to confuse potential threats about their exact location.
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President Trump boarded Air Force One visibly but was actually transferred secretly to a C-32A military plane.
People remaining on Air Force One believed the president was still onboard.
Such secretive moves and deception tactics are common in presidential security.
Motorcades often use two identical limousines ("Beasts") switching positions to confuse potential attackers.
Marine One helicopters often fly in groups of three, changing positions to hide which one carries the president.
High-risk trips abroad sometimes involve elaborate deceptions, including decoy aircraft.
Past presidents like Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Joe Biden have also used secretive travel tactics.
The Secret Service and White House have not officially confirmed the details but state they use all options to protect the president.
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