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President Donald Trump spoke at a Cabinet meeting held at Camp David, where he said Minnesota's governor should be blamed for recent cyberattacks on the state's water systems. U.S. officials have suggested that Iran might be behind these cyberattacks, but the President disagreed with this view.
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President Trump held a Cabinet meeting at Camp David.
Cyberattacks targeted Minnesota’s water systems.
U.S. officials suspect Iran may be responsible for these attacks.
President Trump blamed Minnesota’s governor instead of Iran.
The water systems affected are important for public safety.
The President expressed his views during a public briefing.
The issue involves concerns about cybersecurity and state safety.
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Police departments in the United States are using podcasts to help solve unsolved murder cases. These podcasts tell the story of the crimes and ask the public for new information that might lead to justice.
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California police caught a murder suspect in Mexico after launching a podcast about the case.
In Illinois, a podcast helped lead to the discovery of a woman’s body that had been missing for over 40 years.
The Aurora Police Department in Colorado released a podcast about a 10-year-old unsolved murder of Chelsea Yasser.
True crime podcasts are very popular, which helps police reach a larger audience.
Police podcasts let departments control the information shared and encourage people to provide tips.
These podcasts often feature detailed storytelling similar to famous true crime shows like Serial.
DNA and new forensic genealogy techniques are used alongside podcasts to investigate cases.
The approach is relatively new but is expected to grow as a tool for solving crimes.
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The Pima County Sheriff's Office shared two ransom emails connected to the case of Nancy Guthrie, who was kidnapped. The emails claim that Nancy Guthrie died soon after her abduction.
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Police released two ransom emails related to Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping.
The emails were sent by the kidnapper.
The emails state that Nancy Guthrie died shortly after being taken.
This is the first time the police have made these emails public.
The case is being handled by the Pima County Sheriff's Office.
Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping is an ongoing investigation.
The information was reported by Tom Hanson for CBS News.
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The US government proposed that Arizona, California, and Nevada reduce their water use from the Colorado River to address shortages. The plan aims to prevent a crisis by setting flexible cuts based on current water conditions and avoiding immediate cuts for the other four states relying on the river.
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The Colorado River serves more than 40 million people across seven US states, tribal nations, and Mexico.
Arizona, California, and Nevada may have to cut water use by up to 3 million acre-feet annually until 2036.
Water reductions will be reviewed and possibly adjusted every two years, depending on water availability.
The proposal allows cuts in drier years and gives states more time to agree on managing water jointly.
Priority water rights affect how cuts are divided, with Arizona and Nevada having taken reductions before.
The two largest reservoirs on the river, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, are at their lowest levels since filling started.
The proposal comes after years of negotiation deadlocks and a federal review; binding rules are expected by October 1.
State officials have mixed reactions: Arizona calls it flawed, California sees it as progress, and Nevada says cuts are unrealistic.
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George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation about suspicious trades he made on a prediction market. He did not admit wrongdoing but accepted a ban from trading for three years and repayment of earnings linked to these trades.
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George Santos settled with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for $35,000.
The settlement includes repaying $17,000 he earned from the trades plus a $17,500 fine.
Santos received a three-year ban from trading on such platforms.
The investigation focused on trades Santos made betting he would not attend President Trump’s State of the Union address.
Santos had publicly said he planned to attend but later said he was stuck at the airport and missed the event.
The prediction market Kalshi reported Santos to regulators and plans to take its own enforcement actions.
Santos said he intended to attend and booked travel but was delayed by a winter storm.
Santos was expelled from Congress and faced other federal charges unrelated to this case.
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The Justice Department asked the court to drop criminal charges against Olympian David Hearn, saying damage to the Lincoln Memorial’s reflecting pool was due to poor work by the contractor, not Hearn. Officials found the pool liner was damaged before Hearn visited, and a witness confirmed the pool needed repairs regardless of Hearn’s actions.
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David Hearn faced felony charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool.
The Justice Department now says the damage was from faulty installation by the contractor.
Documents showed a rushed project before America 250 celebrations in 2026 caused damage.
Hearn touched the pool water briefly on June 19 but was detained for five hours afterward.
A witness testified the reflecting pool was already damaged before Hearn’s visit.
The pool leaked over one million gallons of water per week and had a liner rip before the incident.
Hearn pleaded not guilty and his trial was set to begin on September 28 in Washington DC.
Officials said the pool turned green and had issues even before the renovation started.
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The Department of Justice has decided to drop the criminal case against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Officials now say the pool was damaged due to a faulty and hurried installation by the contractor, not intentional destruction.
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The DOJ filed to end the criminal case related to damage at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
A former Olympian had been charged with destroying the pool.
The damage was caused by overspraying (spray going beyond the target area) and delamination (layers separating), linked to poor work by the contractor.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office stated the installation was rushed and badly done.
The decision to drop charges was made official through a new court filing on Friday.
The case focused on whether the damage was deliberate or accidental due to contractor errors.
The Reflecting Pool is a significant monument located at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
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US prosecutors dropped vandalism charges against David Hearn, a former Olympian accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC. New evidence showed that the damage was caused by poor work done by contractors hired by the Department of Interior as part of a rushed repair before the 250th US independence anniversary.
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David Hearn was accused of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool and faced up to 10 years in prison.
Prosecutors now say the damage came from a rushed and bad installation job by contractors.
The repair project was overseen by the Department of Interior under President Donald Trump's administration.
The project aimed to improve the pool before the 250th anniversary of US independence on July 4, 2026.
Hearn was arrested after touching the pool following a bike ride; several others were also arrested or cited for vandalism.
The pool has had ongoing issues like leaks, structural problems, and algae growth.
Despite costing about $13 million, parts of the pool's sealant peeled off shortly after being applied.
The Reflecting Pool has been drained twice in three months and remains empty for further repairs.
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Bev Craig from the Labour Party has been elected as the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, replacing Andy Burnham. Craig won after second-preference votes were counted, securing a large lead over her closest rival, Sian Astley from Reform UK.
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Bev Craig will succeed Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester’s Mayor.
Andy Burnham stepped down to become a Member of Parliament and then Prime Minister.
Craig is the first female metro mayor in the UK.
She was previously deputy mayor for economy, business, and inclusive growth.
In the first round, Craig got 46.5% of votes; Astley got 22.2%.
Craig won after adding second-preference votes, with 309,525 votes to Astley’s 157,178.
Turnout was under 25% of more than two million eligible voters.
Labour’s deputy leader Lucy Powell congratulated Craig on her election win.
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Police in Arizona have shared two ransom notes related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of U.S. TV presenter Savannah Guthrie. Nancy was taken from her home near Tucson six months ago, and investigators are asking the public for help identifying the note writer.
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Nancy Guthrie, aged 84, disappeared from her home near Tucson on January 31.
Two ransom notes were sent shortly after her abduction; one demanded $4 million in Bitcoin.
The first note promised Nancy’s safe return if ransom was paid within seven days.
The second note claimed Nancy died shortly after being taken, possibly from heart-related issues.
Police have not confirmed Nancy’s death and the case is still open.
The notes were addressed to Savannah Guthrie and her family and sent to a local TV station.
Investigators hope someone will recognize the unique language style in the notes to help find the kidnapper.
Savannah Guthrie publicly asked the kidnappers to return her mother safely.
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U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter, below earlier forecasts of 4%. Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, said this headline number does not show the full picture because strong domestic demand and capital investment balanced out slower growth in other areas.
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The U.S. economy grew at a 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter, down from 2.1% in the first quarter.
Earlier forecasts expected about 4% growth in the second half of the year.
Domestic demand, including consumer spending and private investment, grew nearly 4%.
Imports increased significantly, which lowered the overall GDP growth number because they subtract from GDP calculations.
Manufacturing construction spending dropped by 22% compared to the prior year.
Manufacturing employment has stayed steady at around 12.6 million workers.
Inflation measures showed mixed results, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) at 3.5% and the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index rising by 5.1% annually in the second quarter.
Hassett said strong investment and consumer spending suggest the economy is operating well despite slower headline GDP growth.
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President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to record lows in recent polls, mainly due to voter concerns about the economy and inflation. Political experts say his future popularity and how history will remember his presidency depend on factors like economic performance and the ongoing Iran conflict.
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Recent polls show President Trump’s approval rating around 32-34 percent, the lowest recorded during his terms.
Voters are frustrated with inflation and economic issues, with only 34 percent approving of Trump’s handling of the economy.
Support for U.S. military action against Iran has also declined, with 34 percent approval in one poll.
Gas prices have risen due to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for global oil.
Trump remains popular with many conservative voters but has lost support among Democrats and independents.
His approval rating is closely linked to the Republican Party’s success, especially in upcoming midterm elections.
Historians note that some presidents’ popularity improves after leaving office, while others do not, depending on their legacy and events during their tenure.
Trump reshaped the Republican Party and continues to be a key figure in it.
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The Justice Department dropped a criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence showed the damage was caused by poor construction work and a rushed project, not vandalism by Hearn.
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David Hearn was charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
The Justice Department decided to dismiss the criminal case against him.
New information revealed the damage was due to contractor mistakes and rushed work before a 2026 celebration.
Hearn was arrested after touching a damaged part of the pool during a bike ride but claims he did nothing wrong.
He faced one felony count of property destruction, which could have led to 10 years in prison.
Hearn is a former Olympian who competed in three Summer Olympics.
Hearn’s lawyers say the case should never have been started and called for an apology.
A trial was scheduled for late September but will no longer proceed after the dismissal.
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Federal prosecutors dropped the vandalism charge against Olympian David "Davey" Hearn after new evidence showed that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by a poor installation, not intentional harm. Hearn was originally accused of damaging the pool's liner, but investigators found the liner started peeling soon after renovation work was completed.
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David "Davey" Hearn is a three-time U.S. Olympic canoeist charged with felony destruction of government property.
The charge was linked to damage on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s new blue liner.
Prosecutors dismissed the case after learning the damage was due to installation defects, not vandalism.
The Reflecting Pool had recently undergone a major renovation before reopening.
Hearn said he only touched loose sections of the liner that were already peeling and denied causing damage.
Evidence showed the liner had started peeling almost immediately after installation.
The case ended with the focus shifting from Hearn to problems with the renovation work quality.
The case attracted attention because it involved a famous U.S. memorial and a well-known athlete.
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A federal contract providing legal help to thousands of unaccompanied migrant children is ending. The contract was held by the non-profit Acacia Center for Justice, which has supported these children for five years.
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Many unaccompanied migrant children rely on legal representation.
The federal contract funding this legal aid is about to expire.
The contract was with the Acacia Center for Justice, a non-profit organization.
Acacia has provided legal services to migrant children for five years.
Without the contract renewal, many children may lose access to lawyers.
The issue was discussed by Ali Rogin and Shaina Aber, Acacia’s executive director.
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Senator John Fetterman said that President Trump does not have much power over some Republican senators who are leaving office. Three Republican senators — Thom Tillis, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn — are doubtful about confirming Todd Blanche as the permanent head of the Justice Department.
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Senator John Fetterman is a Democrat from Pennsylvania.
President Donald Trump is trying to make Todd Blanche the permanent Attorney General.
Todd Blanche is currently the acting head of the Justice Department.
Senators Thom Tillis (North Carolina), Bill Cassidy (Louisiana), and John Cornyn (Texas) are Republican and soon leaving office.
These three senators have expressed doubts about confirming Todd Blanche’s nomination.
Fetterman said this shows President Trump has little control over some GOP senators during this "lame-duck" period (when senators are finishing their terms).
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David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart spoke about recent political events on a news show. They discussed Todd Blanche’s delayed approval as attorney general, President Trump’s plan called the “anti-weaponization fund,” problems within the Democratic National Committee, and dropped charges related to vandalism in the Reflection Poll case.
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Todd Blanche’s confirmation to be attorney general has been delayed or stalled.
President Trump has introduced an “anti-weaponization fund.”
There is ongoing turmoil or conflict within the Democratic National Committee.
Charges for vandalism connected to the Reflection Poll have been dropped.
David Brooks is a commentator from The Atlantic.
Jonathan Capehart is a commentator from MS NOW.
Geoff Bennett hosted the discussion on the political week.
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The Justice Department dropped the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New information showed that the damage was due to poor construction and rushed work, not vandalism.
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David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, was charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
The damage was initially blamed on Hearn causing at least $1,000 in harm, a felony with up to 10 years in prison.
The government later found that poor installation by contractors and fast work before America 250 events caused the damage.
Lawyers for Hearn said the case should never have been started and called for an apology.
Hearn pleaded not guilty and was scheduled for trial on September 28, 2026.
He was detained for five hours by National Guard troops and U.S. Park Police after touching the pool’s coating during a bike ride.
Hearn competed in three Summer Olympics, with his best finish being ninth place in 1996.
The prosecution was seen by Hearn and supporters as politically motivated by the Trump administration.
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Federal prosecutors asked a judge to drop charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New information shows the damage came from a contractor's poor installation, not vandalism.
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David Hearn was charged with felony destruction of government property.
The charge involved damaging more than $1,000 worth of sealant at the bottom of the Reflecting Pool.
The Reflecting Pool project was supported by President Donald Trump.
Prosecutors now say a contractor’s "botched installation" caused the damage.
The U.S. Attorney's Office requested the case be dismissed based on this new evidence.
Hearn denied the vandalism accusations.
The U.S. Attorney's Office and Justice Department have not commented further.
This is a developing news story and may be updated later.
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A recent survey shows that nearly one in four Americans want company CEOs to understand how hard it is to afford everyday life and to stop being greedy. Many people are concerned about the high cost of living and believe CEOs should make products cheaper, pay workers more, and treat employees better.
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About 25% of Americans surveyed want CEOs to recognize the high cost of living and make products more affordable.
Another 23% say CEOs should share their wealth, earn less, and stop being greedy.
Affordability was the top concern for 41% of those surveyed.
The survey included 1,001 registered voters and was done in June.
In 2025, the average CEO of big U.S. companies earned $17.7 million, a 6% increase from the previous year.
The typical full-time U.S. worker earned about $64,220 in early 2026, a 3.4% increase from the year before.
Other messages Americans have for CEOs include paying workers fairly (13%) and avoiding outsourcing or replacing people with AI (7%).
A separate study found that 71% of Americans feel their income is not keeping up with the rising cost of living, especially with food prices up more than 20% since 2022.
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