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Democrats are focusing on an Ohio House seat where Republican Rep. Max Miller faces allegations of domestic abuse from his ex-wife. Miller denies the claims and has filed lawsuits against his accusers, while Democrats see an opportunity to win the seat in the upcoming November election.
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Rep. Max Miller, a Republican from Ohio, is accused of domestic abuse by his ex-wife.
Miller served as a White House adviser during President Donald Trump’s first term.
The abuse allegations have been public for years but have recently gained more media attention.
Democrats are pushing for Miller’s resignation and a congressional ethics investigation.
Miller won the district with just over 51% of the vote two years ago.
Miller denies the accusations and has filed defamation lawsuits against his ex-wife and another accuser.
Democrats are supporting Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker and their candidate for the seat.
Republicans continue to support Miller, saying he has delivered results for his district.
The seat is part of a narrow Republican majority in the U.S. House that is contested in the fall elections.
The deadline to replace Miller on the ballot is approaching, but no Republican has made a move to do so.
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Pop singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed Celeste after a secret sexual relationship and tried to hide the crime by mutilating her body. Burke denies the charges.
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David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, is charged with murder, child sexual abuse, and mutilation of a body.
Celeste Rivas Hernandez was 14 years old when she died, and her body was found in a car registered to Burke.
Their secret relationship started when Burke was 18 and Celeste was 13.
Text messages showed plans for a future together, but also revealed tension and attempts to keep the relationship secret.
Celeste became pregnant by Burke and later had an abortion, which she regretted.
On the night before her death, they exchanged angry texts about Burke’s other relationship.
Prosecutors say Burke had a recording contract that gave him a motive to keep Celeste silent.
The defense questioned whether Celeste’s death was a homicide during the preliminary hearing.
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A family lost their 17-year-old daughter, Grace, who died suddenly in her sleep due to a heart problem. The parents describe their shock, the heartbreaking moments after finding her, and how they have tried to support their remaining children while dealing with their grief.
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Grace was 17 years old and had been seeing a heart specialist for five years.
She had a history of syncope (fainting) and tachycardia (fast heart rate).
The cause of her death was cardiac arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat that stopped her heart.
Grace was found in her bed, appearing asleep but unresponsive.
Emergency responders attempted CPR but could not revive her.
The family faced immediate challenges such as planning the funeral and informing the other children.
Grace’s older siblings lived away from home, so the parents had to bring them together during this crisis.
The family is coping with deep grief and the sudden loss of their daughter.
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Democrats see a chance to win a U.S. House seat in Ohio because Republican Rep. Max Miller is facing growing domestic abuse accusations from his ex-wife. Miller denies the claims and has filed defamation lawsuits. Meanwhile, Democrats are pushing for his resignation and planning to support their candidate, Brian Poindexter, in the upcoming election.
Key Facts
Rep. Max Miller, a Republican from Ohio, has been accused of domestic abuse by his ex-wife for several years.
Miller denies the allegations and has sued his ex-wife and another accuser for defamation.
Democrats want Miller to resign and have requested an ethics investigation by Congress.
Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker and Democrat, is Miller’s opponent in the 7th Congressional District race.
The district is slightly Republican-leaning, with Miller winning just over 51% in the last election.
The House Majority PAC, a group supporting Democrats, is monitoring this race and may increase funding for Poindexter.
Republicans currently support Miller and believe he can win again, even though the situation is being closely watched by President Trump’s advisers.
The deadline to replace Miller as the Republican candidate is approaching, but no one has publicly sought to replace him.
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The U.S. government will make permanent a program requiring certain visa applicants from 50 countries to pay bonds up to $20,000. This program is designed to discourage people from staying in the U.S. longer than their visas allow.
Key Facts
The Visa Bond Pilot Program started under President Donald Trump’s administration in August last year.
Visa applicants from 50 countries, mostly in Africa, must post refundable bonds of $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000.
The bond amount depends on the traveler’s personal situation and is aimed at ensuring they leave the U.S. on time.
The bond program’s amounts have increased from $5,000–$15,000 in the pilot phase to $10,000–$20,000 permanently.
The 50 countries affected accounted for over 45,000 visa overstays in the 2024 financial year.
Visa issuance to these countries dropped 83% compared to the previous year, partly due to applicants not paying the bond.
The bond is refundable if the visa holder follows visa rules and leaves the U.S. on time or does not travel.
The list of countries may change over time, with affected countries getting advance notice.
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Democratic strategist James Carville criticized the Democratic Party’s messages before the midterm elections. He said the party should focus more on important issues like the cost of living and the effects of the war in Iran.
Key Facts
James Carville is a Democratic political strategist.
Carville said the current Democratic messages do not fit the urgent needs of voters.
He wants campaigns to focus on topics like affordability and the Iran war.
The midterms refer to elections happening halfway through President Trump’s term.
Carville’s comments were made in a public statement on a Friday.
His critique aims to guide Democrats in adjusting their campaign strategies.
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The U.S. Department of Labor has banned four companies from using the H-1B visa program because they violated immigration labor rules. These companies are not allowed to sponsor skilled foreign workers for a set period, impacting their ability to hire from abroad.
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Four companies—GowraTech, LLC; Renotek Group LLC; Seeloz, Inc.; and Sherwood at Mount Dora, Inc.—are barred from the H-1B visa program.
The bans started on different dates in 2025 and 2026 and last until 2027 or 2028.
The companies were found to be "willful violators" for failing to meet labor rules related to the H-1B visa.
Being a willful violator means the companies intentionally broke important visa rules, not just made mistakes.
This ban affects only the companies’ ability to sponsor new H-1B workers, not the immigration status of current workers.
The Department of Labor investigates companies and may check them randomly for up to three years after bans.
The H-1B visa program is highly competitive, with the government reaching its visa cap for the next fiscal year.
Companies on this list must meet extra requirements if they want to file Labor Condition Applications related to H-1B workers in the future.
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Bev Craig has been elected as the new mayor of Greater Manchester, replacing Andy Burnham who left to become an MP. Craig supports transferring more powers from the central government to local leaders to improve services like housing and transport in the region.
Key Facts
Bev Craig won the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election with 309,525 votes.
Andy Burnham stepped down as mayor to become MP for Makerfield in June.
Craig supports giving local leaders more control over issues such as housing and public transport.
She plans to freeze fares on the Metrolink tram system and buses within the Bee Network.
Craig aims to extend free bus travel to all 11 to 18-year-olds (currently for 16 to 18-year-olds only).
She promises to build 50,000 new homes over 15 years, including council and affordable housing.
Craig will launch a £20 million program to support small businesses and regenerate town centers.
Voter turnout was below 25% across Greater Manchester’s 10 boroughs in the mayoral election.
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Record heat and drought in the U.S. West have raised river water temperatures to dangerous levels for trout. To protect the fish, wildlife officials are limiting fishing during certain hours on many rivers and streams, including popular spots like Yellowstone National Park and rivers in Montana.
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Trout need cool water to survive, but this summer’s heat has made rivers too warm for them.
Fishing is banned during some afternoon hours on many rivers to reduce stress on fish.
Rivers in Colorado and Montana have widespread fishing restrictions covering over 1,800 miles combined.
The Yellowstone River now has fishing limits after 2 p.m. daily, extended to the entire park.
Lower river levels caused by drought make water heat up faster.
These fishing closures have become more common over the past decade due to rising temperatures.
Anglers often release caught trout quickly since handling warm-stressed fish outside water can be harmful.
A heat wave is expected to continue, bringing more high temperatures to the region.
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President Donald Trump said he will push to create an "anti-weaponization fund" if Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn do not stop delaying the confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general. Tillis and Cornyn want Trump to put in writing that he will not pursue the fund before they approve Blanche. The fund would give money to people who say they faced political persecution.
Key Facts
President Trump wants Todd Blanche confirmed as attorney general.
Senators Tillis and Cornyn have delayed Blanche's confirmation.
They want Trump to agree in writing not to create the "anti-weaponization fund."
The fund is nearly $1.8 billion to pay people claiming political persecution.
Trump announced the fund in May as part of a settlement with IRS and Treasury.
Blanche said the fund is "dead" and no money has been used from it.
The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to vote on Blanche's nomination on Tuesday.
The Senate will recess at the end of next week and return in mid-September.
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This summer, extreme weather events like floods and heatwaves have affected many parts of the U.S. Despite this, many Democratic politicians have talked less about climate change. Activists are now urging lawmakers to speak more openly and act on the climate crisis.
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Texas has seen severe flooding, and other states have faced intense heat and wildfire smoke this summer.
Scientists agree that global warming is causing more frequent and severe extreme weather.
Some Democrats have reduced public discussion of climate change in politics recently.
Environmental activists have launched campaigns in at least 20 states during the congressional recess to push lawmakers to address climate issues.
Groups involved include the Climate Action Campaign, Sierra Club, Third Act, and NAACP local branches.
Activists are urging both Democratic and Republican representatives to prioritize climate action.
New polls show that talking openly about climate change does not harm Democratic candidates and may increase voter support.
Most Americans, including many Republicans, recognize that extreme weather has increased in recent years and are concerned about global warming.
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Gun deaths in the U.S. have dropped about 30% over the last five years, helped by policies like in-person background checks when buying guns. The Trump administration wants to change federal gun rules, allowing more online sales without these checks, which could increase gun violence.
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Gun homicides in the U.S. have decreased nearly 30% from their highest point five years ago.
Cities like Baltimore have reached the lowest homicide rates in 50 years.
Current federal rules require guns bought online to be sent to licensed dealers for in-person background checks.
The Trump administration proposed over 30 changes that would weaken these rules.
One key change would allow guns to be bought online and delivered directly without a background check in person.
This online system is compared to an “Amazon for Guns,” making purchasing easier but less secure.
Law enforcement warns that these changes could make it harder to stop violent criminals and could lead to more mass shootings.
Even some gun sellers oppose these new rules, saying online checks are not as safe as in-person checks.
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OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney has reached a plea deal in the second-degree murder case over the 2022 stabbing death of her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli, avoiding a trial set for the near future. The plea deal will be formally reviewed in court on August 10, where a judge will decide whether to accept it.
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Christian Obumseli died from a stab wound in April 2022 inside their Miami apartment.
Clenney called 911 on the day of the incident, reporting a violent fight and claiming she threw a knife in self-defense.
Medical examiners said the fatal wound could not have come from a knife thrown from a distance.
The couple’s relationship was marked by allegations of mutual violence and abuse.
Prosecutors accused Clenney of stabbing Obumseli fatally, while her defense said she acted to protect herself.
Clenney was arrested months later in Hawaii while in rehab for substance abuse and PTSD.
She pleaded not guilty and was in custody before signing the plea agreement.
The plea hearing is scheduled for August 10 before a Miami-Dade judge.
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Savannah Guthrie is asking for help to find her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona, six months ago. After Arizona officials released ransom notes claiming Nancy had died shortly after being taken, the family continues to seek answers and offers a reward for information.
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Nancy Guthrie, 84 years old, disappeared from her Tucson home six months ago.
The Guthrie family received ransom notes after her disappearance.
The second ransom note said Nancy likely died soon after being taken, possibly from heart-related causes, and was buried outdoors.
Savannah Guthrie shared a message asking the public for any information or tips related to the case.
The family is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to Nancy’s recovery.
Tips can be given anonymously.
Savannah emphasized the family's hope and faith as they continue searching for answers.
Officials have released images of the ransom notes to the public.
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore said he is very worried that President Donald Trump might use federal power to interfere with the upcoming midterm elections. Moore mentioned Trump’s past actions like trying to limit mail voting, asking states for voter data, and possibly sending federal forces to polling places as reasons for concern.
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Governor Wes Moore of Maryland expressed serious concerns about President Trump interfering in the midterm elections.
Moore discussed Trump’s efforts such as restricting voting by mail and seeking voter information from states.
There is a possibility that federal troops or agents could be sent to polling locations during the elections.
Moore is now the chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), a group of U.S. governors from both parties.
He believes the NGA can help states run elections fairly according to the U.S. Constitution.
Moore is gaining national attention and is considered a potential future presidential candidate but says he will focus on the elections this year.
He is leading a national program called “Service United” to help young people enter the workforce through community service and apprenticeships.
Some Republicans, including outgoing NGA chair Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, support parts of Moore’s workforce and service initiatives.
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A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit to get Illinois’ full voter registration records, ruling the department does not have the legal power to demand this information. This is the 19th time the Trump administration’s effort to access sensitive voter data from states has been rejected in court.
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The Justice Department sued Illinois to get the state’s complete voter registration database.
Illinois election officials refused to provide unredacted voter records due to privacy concerns.
U.S. District Judge Colleen Lawless ruled the DOJ lacks authority under federal law to force Illinois to hand over the full database.
The judge said laws require states to allow some voter data viewing but do not require full disclosure of confidential voter information.
This case marks the 19th time the Trump administration has lost similar lawsuits in different states.
The DOJ argued the data is needed to check if states are maintaining accurate voter rolls and to find illegal registrations.
States raised concerns about privacy and cybersecurity because the requests included sensitive personal details like driver’s license numbers.
The judge dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning the DOJ cannot bring the same case again in that court but could appeal the ruling.
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A recent poll shows Democrats have gained a clear lead over Republicans on voters' trust to handle the economy and inflation, two key issues for many Americans. This shift happened after Republicans previously held the lead earlier this year, but lost ground following the conflict involving Iran.
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Democrats lead Republicans by 7 points on trust to manage the economy (41% vs. 34%) and inflation (40% vs. 33%).
Republicans held a lead on these issues as recently as March 2026.
The change occurred after the Iran conflict impacted public opinion.
A majority (51%) of voters say the economy and inflation are the most important issues to them.
Democrats also have a 10-point lead on which party voters trust most on their top issue (44% vs. 34%).
Healthcare is the third most important issue, with Democrats leading by 18 points there.
The poll surveyed 1,000 registered voters online on July 27-28, 2026, with a 3.1% margin of error.
The Democrats’ current economic trust level is their highest since October 2024.
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President Donald Trump imitated the sound made by Patriot missile interceptions while explaining how the US military shot down five Iranian missiles over Jordan. He joked about getting the number of sounds right to avoid being compared to President Joe Biden.
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President Trump described the US military intercepting five Iranian missiles.
The interceptions happened over Jordan, a country in the Middle East.
He mimicked the "bing" sounds made by Patriot missile defense systems.
President Trump made a joke related to President Joe Biden while doing this.
The Patriot missile system is used to shoot down incoming missiles to protect people and places.
The event shows ongoing military tensions involving the US and Iran.
The remarks were made in a public setting where President Trump spoke about the incident.
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A small town in Colorado named Hartman was declared abandoned after its leaders resigned during a serious water crisis. The town’s water was unsafe to drink for a long time, and the local government could no longer operate, so the nearby county will take over essential services like water.
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Hartman is a small town in south-eastern Colorado with fewer than 60 people.
The town’s water lacked chlorine for over a month and had a bad smell, making it unsafe to drink.
Residents had to boil water for months because it was not clean.
All local public officials resigned, leaving the town without government leadership.
The town could not hold elections or maintain its water system.
The water tower needed repairs but was neglected due to political conflicts.
Colorado’s secretary of state officially declared Hartman abandoned to allow the county to provide clean water.
Some residents disagreed with the abandonment decision, feeling the town was failed by the support systems.
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Alexis Carter-Black received a surprising text from a woman named Lisa, who revealed that Alexis’s brother, Bobby, had died six months earlier from heart failure. Lisa, who had been Bobby’s partner for 14 years and the mother of his three children, finally found a note Bobby left with Alexis’s contact in case anything happened to him.
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Alexis had not seen or heard from her brother Bobby in 20 years.
Lisa sent a text to Alexis revealing Bobby’s death and sharing details about their life together.
Bobby died from congestive heart failure in his sleep at age 53.
He passed away two days before Christmas 2023, but Alexis learned about it six months later.
Bobby had given Lisa a sticky note with Alexis’s contact info and asked her to call if anything happened to him.
Lisa found the note after searching for six months.
Alexis told her husband and her mother about Bobby’s death after learning the news.
This news deeply affected Alexis and her family.
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