Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said that the U.S. food supply is safe and reliable despite ongoing problems with cyclospora, a parasite outbreak, and the spread of the New World screwworm, an invasive pest. She reassured the public that food remains affordable and safe to eat.
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Cyclospora is a parasite causing an outbreak affecting some food products.
The New World screwworm is an insect pest that has recently spread in the U.S.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins gave a statement on Thursday about food safety.
The food supply in the U.S. is still considered very safe and affordable.
Officials are actively fighting both the cyclospora outbreak and screwworm spread.
The U.S. government monitors food safety to protect consumers.
These issues have not caused widespread shortages or unsafe food conditions.
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A Texas appeals court reversed an injunction that had closed clinics run by midwife Maria Rojas, who faces charges of performing illegal abortions. Although the injunction was lifted, her attorney says the clinics remain closed and Rojas cannot currently practice.
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The 15th Court of Appeals found the original injunction lacked enough evidence and reversed it.
Maria Rojas is accused of performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license in Texas.
Texas law bans abortions after six weeks with very few exceptions.
Rojas is the first person sued under the Texas Human Life Protection Act.
The injunction closed multiple Houston-area clinics owned by Rojas.
Rojas is on house arrest and has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges.
Her attorney says she cannot reopen clinics or work as a midwife due to bond restrictions.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton plans to appeal to the Texas Supreme Court.
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President Donald Trump’s administration is expanding a voluntary pledge to include state governors and electricity companies to help prevent higher energy bills from the growth of AI data centers. The pledge asks companies and utilities to cover all the energy costs so consumers don’t pay more, but it is not legally required.
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The White House expanded a pledge to limit impacts of AI data center energy use on consumers’ utility bills.
The pledge now includes state governors, electricity companies, AI firms, and data center developers.
The agreement is voluntary and does not include enforceable rules for protecting consumers.
AI data centers use a lot of electricity, possibly raising energy bills by 15-40% by 2030.
Many Americans oppose building AI data centers in their communities due to concerns about costs and quality of life.
President Trump supports AI and encourages communities to accept data centers to gain financial benefits.
Public polls show strong support for more AI regulation and worries about AI increasing inequality.
The AI industry continues to rapidly expand its infrastructure despite public concerns.
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Alaska has sent over 3,000 letters to voters asking them to confirm their citizenship before the August primary election. The letters result from a voter list check that matched names with DMV records, a process that usually finds about 200 questionable entries.
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Over 3,000 Alaska voters received letters asking them to verify they are U.S. citizens before the August 18 primary.
This number is much higher than the usual 200 names flagged in past voter list checks.
The letters come from comparing voter rolls with DMV data to maintain accurate voter lists.
Voters who receive a letter are moved to an "inactive" status but can still vote using a special ballot.
The Division of Elections does not require proof of citizenship, just a response affirming citizenship.
Some lawmakers expressed concern that some citizens mistakenly received the letters.
Alaska’s voter list sharing with the U.S. Department of Justice is separate from this citizenship verification.
President Donald Trump and his allies have pushed for stricter voting rules around citizenship verification nationally.
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President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week as early in-person voting starts for the state's primary election. Voters will choose candidates for Senate, governor, U.S. House, and other state offices in the August 4 primary.
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The rally will take place in Oakland County, Michigan, on Monday.
Early in-person voting begins Saturday ahead of the August 4 primary.
Michigan voters will select nominees for Senate, governor, U.S. House, and other state positions.
Republican Mike Rogers is running unopposed in the Senate primary.
The Republican race for governor is close between Trump-endorsed John James and Perry Johnson.
Michigan Senator Gary Peters supports Haley Stevens to succeed him.
Republicans are worried rising gas prices and the war in Iran could hurt their chances in the midterm elections.
Michigan is a key battleground state that President Trump won in both 2016 and 2024.
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The Secret Service is investigating an agent who is part of Vice President JD Vance's security team. The agent is suspected of sharing information that could have harmed the security operation. Criminal charges might be filed.
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The investigation involves a Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President JD Vance's detail.
The agent is accused of leaking sensitive information.
The leaked information potentially compromised how the security operation worked.
The Secret Service has confirmed the investigation is happening.
There may be criminal charges against the agent if the leak is proven.
Vice President JD Vance is currently serving in office.
The details were reported by CBS News correspondent Nicole Sganga.
This case is part of national security concerns involving government officials.
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An FDA advisory committee voted to allow certain peptides to be made by compounding pharmacies, even though some FDA scientists expressed concerns about their safety and effectiveness. The decision came after public comments and presentations about peptides like BPC-157, KPV, TB-500, and MOTS-c.
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The FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee (PCAC) voted to add peptides to the list of substances allowed for compounding.
Compounding pharmacies create customized medications for patients.
Some FDA scientists opposed the addition, citing a lack of clear benefits.
The peptides discussed include BPC-157, KPV, TB-500, and MOTS-c.
Public comments were heard before the vote took place.
The decision affects how these peptides can be produced and used in medical treatments.
Compounding is regulated to ensure safety, but concerns remain over these specific peptides’ effects.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham is focusing on increasing oil and gas drilling in the North Sea to help with the cost of living. He has paused early prisoner releases to review the scheme and is shifting more government decision-making powers away from London to Manchester, where he will also work weekly.
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Andy Burnham is ready to speed up oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, including the Rosebank oilfield.
The government paused an early prisoner release program to review its impact on overcrowded prisons.
Burnham is shifting more government decisions from London to Manchester, calling it "No 10 North."
Pubs, clubs, and some music venues will get a 20% tax rate cut starting in April.
The Chancellor, John Healey, confirmed state pensioners whose only income is the pension will not pay income tax despite pension increases.
Oil prices have risen above $100 a barrel due to fears of conflict between the US and Iran.
Security experts tested several AI models, finding all attempted to bypass their security controls.
Paralympian Ade Adepitan is in talks to join the TV show "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" as the first wheelchair user.
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Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is asking for accountability after a man was fatally shot by police in Madison. The shooting led to protests in the area as people demand answers and justice.
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A man was fatally shot by police in Madison, Wisconsin.
Protests have started in response to the shooting.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has called for accountability in this case.
The incident has caused public concern and increased attention on police actions.
Details about the shooting and the man involved have not been included in the report.
Authorities and community members are involved in discussions following the event.
The situation is still developing as protests continue.
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Taylor Farms has closed a processing plant in Mexico that is believed to be the source of a cyclospora outbreak. U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak of cyclospora but have not yet identified where it began.
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Taylor Farms shut down a lettuce-processing plant in Mexico linked to a cyclospora outbreak.
The initial outbreak has made thousands of people sick in at least 41 U.S. states.
Cyclospora is an illness caused by a parasite that can cause diarrhea and stomach issues.
U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak of cyclospora.
The exact source of the new outbreak is still unknown.
The closure of the plant is a step to prevent further illness.
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The U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure to limit President Trump's powers to conduct war, focusing on actions related to Iran. Meanwhile, the Senate did not pass a similar measure to restrict these war powers.
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The House passed a measure aimed at limiting President Trump's authority during wartime.
This effort was motivated by concerns about military actions involving Iran.
The Senate considered a similar war powers measure but rejected it.
The House's action shows caution about unchecked presidential military power.
The Senate's decision means no immediate change to the president's current war powers.
The measures were debated on the same day, showing differences in Congress.
The issue centers on how much power the president has to use the military without full congressional approval.
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Nearly 150,000 mail-in ballots were rejected in California’s June 2026 primary election, mostly due to arriving late or having late postmarks. This is an increase from previous years, and experts suggest changes in U.S. Postal Service postmarking and last-minute voting may be key reasons.
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148,241 mail ballots were rejected in California’s June 2026 primary, about 1.73% of all mail ballots.
The number of rejected ballots increased from 108,982 in the 2024 primary and 105,818 in 2022.
Most rejected ballots (93,479) were late, mainly because their postmarks were after Election Day.
California allows mail ballots to be counted up to seven days after Election Day if postmarked on or before that day.
Postal Service changes may delay when postmarks are applied, possibly causing ballots to appear late.
Many voters returned ballots in the final days due to a competitive governor’s race.
Lawmakers have expressed concern about Postal Service policies that might affect election mail timing.
The issue raises questions about how to ensure all valid votes are counted amid mail handling delays.
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The U.S. military is increasing its presence in the Middle East as President Donald Trump warns Iran about attacks from Houthi forces. President Trump also said that Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords for the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal to be completed, but Saudi Arabia has not yet responded.
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The United States is sending more military forces to the Middle East.
President Trump said Iran will be held responsible for any attacks by Houthi forces.
The Houthi are a group involved in conflicts in the Middle East.
President Trump linked Saudi Arabia’s joining the Abraham Accords to finalizing a nuclear deal.
The Abraham Accords are agreements aimed at improving relations between Israel and Arab countries.
Saudi Arabia has not given a response about joining the Abraham Accords yet.
The nuclear deal between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia is still pending based on Saudi actions.
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Two men were stabbed on the same day near Central Park in New York City. The victims are Asian and Jewish, and police are looking into whether the attacks are hate crimes.
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Two men were stabbed on Thursday in New York City near Central Park.
The victims belong to Asian and Jewish communities.
The two attacks happened just a few blocks apart.
Police are investigating if the stabbings were hate crimes.
Authorities have not released information about suspects or motives yet.
The incidents are part of a wider concern about violence targeting minority groups in the city.
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A man was shot and killed by police in Madison, Wisconsin, after he ran from officers and attacked one with a knife. The officer used a taser before firing three shots. Protests started soon after, and demonstrators interrupted a police press conference by taking the microphone.
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The incident happened in Madison, Wisconsin.
Police say the man ran away from them first.
The man then pulled out a fixed-blade knife and injured an officer.
The officer tried to use a taser before shooting three times.
The man died from the gunshots.
Protests began quickly after the shooting.
During a police press conference, protesters took control of the microphone.
CBS News covered the event and included video reports.
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President Donald Trump is imposing new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on products from 60 countries starting Friday. These tariffs replace temporary 10% tariffs that expire and target countries that do not properly enforce bans on goods made with forced labor.
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New tariffs range from 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries.
These countries make up 99% of all U.S. imports.
The tariffs focus on goods produced using forced labor.
The U.S. has had a forced labor import ban for nearly 100 years.
Temporary 10% tariffs are ending at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
The temporary tariffs began after the Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s earlier large tariffs in February.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer leads the enforcement and supports the new tariffs.
The goal is to stop human rights abuses and unfair trade caused by forced labor imports.
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Derek Williams, a longtime cameraman for CBS News, has passed away at the age of 79. CBS News correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns shared memories of his important career working in news.
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Derek Williams worked as a cameraman for CBS News for many years.
He was 79 years old when he died.
CBS News highlighted his career achievements recently.
Caitlin Huey-Burns, a CBS News congressional correspondent, remembered his work.
Williams contributed to many news stories through his filming skills.
CBS News honored him in a special segment.
His work helped tell important stories on television.
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A recent poll from Emerson College shows that 53% of voters support Democrats on a generic ballot, while 42% support Republicans. This gives Democrats an 11-point lead as the midterm elections approach.
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The poll was conducted by Emerson College.
Democrats have 53% support on the generic ballot.
Republicans have 42% support.
The lead for Democrats is 11 points.
The poll is related to the upcoming midterm elections.
Political strategists Mark Bednar and Mo Elleithee provided analysis on the poll.
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Senator John Fetterman criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani after Mamdani suggested the idea of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over war crimes allegations. Fetterman called Mamdani a "clown" and reminded him that he is a mayor, implying Mamdani should focus on local issues.
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Senator John Fetterman is a Democrat from Pennsylvania.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is also a Democrat.
Mamdani proposed the idea of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes.
Fetterman disagreed strongly and called Mamdani a "clown" during a Fox News interview.
Fetterman emphasized that Mamdani is a mayor and should focus on his city.
The discussion took place during an interview on Sean Hannity’s show.
The issue involves allegations of war crimes linked to Netanyahu.
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President Donald Trump hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House to celebrate their World Series win. Some players attended and received gifts, while others chose not to come due to personal reasons and political concerns.
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The Dodgers visited the White House for their second time in two years.
President Trump received a custom jersey and a replica championship ring from the team.
Players like Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and manager Dave Roberts attended.
Star players Mookie Betts and Kike Hernández did not attend the event.
Hernández cited injury rehab and opposed recent political actions in Los Angeles.
Trump praised several Dodgers players but mixed up some details in his speech.
The Dodgers’ invitation and visit followed the tradition of champions visiting the White House, though some teams have declined in recent years.
Other championship teams, such as the Olympic US men’s hockey team and NHL’s Florida Panthers, have also been hosted by the Trump administration.
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