Retired Air Force Lt. Col. David Flippo won the Republican primary for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District with President Donald Trump’s support. The seat opened after Rep. Mark Amodei retired, and Flippo beat candidates backed by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo and Amodei.
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David Flippo is a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel.
He won the Republican primary in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District.
President Donald Trump endorsed Flippo shortly before the primary.
Rep. Mark Amodei, who held the seat for 15 years, retired.
Both Governor Joe Lombardo and Amodei supported another candidate, James Settelmeyer.
Democrats selected Teresa Benitez-Thompson to run for the seat in November.
Some Democrats hoped Flippo’s win would make it easier to attract less partisan voters.
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The U.S. economy shows signs of strength with good consumer spending and job growth despite inflation and external challenges like the war in Iran. However, many Americans feel their personal financial situation is getting worse, and surveys show low confidence about the economy’s future.
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The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, following strong job gains in prior months.
Consumer spending remains strong, supporting about two-thirds of the U.S. economy.
Inflation has risen, partly due to gasoline prices increasing by about 40% since February.
Surveys indicate that 13.3% of Americans feel their finances are much worse than a year ago.
Nearly 44% of Americans feel at least somewhat worse off financially compared to last year.
The wealthiest households, earning over $250,000 annually, now make up about half of all consumer spending.
Rising credit card debt problems and wages not keeping up with inflation are worries for many Americans.
Consumer sentiment scores are at record lows according to the University of Michigan and the Conference Board.
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President Donald Trump spoke about Iran while signing the Secure America Act in the Oval Office. During the event, he also commented on the Maine primary race and called Graham Platner a thug.
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President Trump signed the Secure America Act in the Oval Office.
He answered questions from reporters during the signing event.
Trump said the U.S. will keep taking military actions against Iran.
He shared his thoughts on the primary election in Maine that took place on Tuesday.
President Trump called Graham Platner a thug during the discussion.
The event and remarks were covered by CBS News reporter Zak Hudak.
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During a signing event in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump said he "loves the inflation" despite the inflation rate reaching 4.2%, the highest in three years. He also mentioned that the U.S. has been taking millions of barrels of oil from Iran without Tehran knowing until now and predicted that inflation will drop quickly after the war ends.
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Inflation in the U.S. recently rose to 4.2%, a three-year high.
President Trump said he "loves the inflation" in response to this news.
The U.S. has been secretly taking millions of barrels of oil from Iran.
Iran was unaware of the oil removal until President Trump announced it.
President Trump expects inflation to fall sharply after the war ends.
The statements were made during an event in the Oval Office on June 10.
The comments relate to ongoing economic and international issues involving Iran.
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Rep. Jason Smith said Congress must address Social Security’s financial problems. This comes after the Trump administration said a key Social Security trust fund could run out by 2032.
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Rep. Jason Smith is a Republican from Missouri.
He spoke about the need for Congress to solve Social Security issues.
The Trump administration reports that a Social Security trust fund may be empty by 2032.
Social Security provides retirement and disability benefits to Americans.
The trust fund running out means the program won’t have enough money to pay full benefits.
Lawmakers have a deadline to fix the funding problem before it causes payment cuts.
Rep. Smith urged Congress to stop blaming each other and take action.
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The United States has reported over 2,000 confirmed measles cases this year, nearing the highest levels seen in decades. The outbreak is spreading mainly in communities with low vaccination rates and limited public health resources, while experts say the real number of cases could be much higher.
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There are more than 2,000 confirmed measles cases in the US so far in 2026.
This number is close to the total cases recorded in 2025, which was 2,228.
Measles spreads mostly in communities where many people are not vaccinated or under-vaccinated.
Babies too young to be vaccinated are also affected by the outbreak.
States with weaker public health departments and low vaccination rates, like Utah, have more cases.
Utah has a decentralized health system, which made controlling measles harder.
Some public health funding was cut by $11 billion, affecting local health departments’ ability to respond.
Some US leaders, including the Utah governor, have not publicly addressed the outbreak or vaccination efforts.
Vaccine misinformation is a major cause of the outbreak’s growth.
In some areas, efforts to control the outbreak included contact tracing, isolation, and increased vaccinations.
The outbreak has brought attention to the importance of vaccinations in protecting public health.
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Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine, is running for her sixth term in the Senate. She faces a Democratic challenger, Graham Platner, who has had controversies. Collins is well known in her state and sometimes keeps some distance from President Donald Trump, which has helped her stay popular.
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Susan Collins is a Maine Republican senator seeking a sixth term.
Her main opponent is Democrat Graham Platner, a combat veteran and oyster farmer.
Platner has faced criticism for his past behavior, including online posts and a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery.
Collins has a long record of consecutive Senate votes and bringing federal money to Maine.
She has high name recognition and strong local support.
Collins sometimes stays apart from President Donald Trump’s positions.
Some Republican senators lost their seats because they closely followed President Trump’s lead.
Collins’ strategy of maintaining some independence from Trump may boost her chances for reelection.
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President Donald Trump said he liked the recent increase in inflation after May’s price data showed inflation reached 4.2% over the past year. He made this remark during a news interview when asked if he was worried about rising prices amid tensions with Iran.
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Inflation rose to 4.2% between May 2023 and May 2024.
The increase was highlighted in the consumer price index, a measure of average prices for goods and services.
President Trump stated he “loved” the inflation despite concerns it might harm the economy.
The comment came during a time of heightened tensions related to Iran.
The inflation rise is connected to price spikes seen in May 2024.
Inflation impacts the cost of living by making many goods and services more expensive.
The President’s reaction contrasts with usual political concerns about inflation.
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President Donald Trump’s plan to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to vote and photo ID at the polls, is blocked in the Senate. Senate Republicans admit they do not have enough votes to pass the law before the 2026 midterm elections and may need to win more seats to move it forward.
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The SAVE America Act requires proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.
The bill also requires voters to show photo ID at the polls and limits mail-in ballots to certain exceptions.
The House of Representatives passed the SAVE Act earlier this year, but it is stuck in the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Republicans lack the votes to overcome a filibuster, which needs 60 votes.
President Trump wants the law passed before the 2026 midterms and said he might shut down the government if it is not.
Democrats oppose the bill, saying it would make voting harder for some eligible voters who lack documents.
Election experts say the bill’s failure to pass was expected due to the Senate filibuster rule.
The filibuster makes it difficult to change federal voting laws; most election rules are set by individual states.
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Consumer inflation in the United States rose by 0.5 percent in May, reaching the fastest pace in three years. This increase is mainly due to higher energy prices, especially petroleum, which rose sharply because of tensions with Iran and global oil market issues.
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Inflation increased by 0.5% in May after a 0.6% rise in April.
Inflation is now 4.2% higher than it was one year ago.
Energy prices jumped 3.9% in May, following a 3.8% increase in April.
Gasoline prices rose 7% in May and are over 40% higher than last year.
The average price for a gallon of petrol is $4.15, up from $2.98 in late February.
Shelter costs increased by 0.3%, and food prices rose by 0.3%, but food inflation is slowing down.
Real wages declined by 0.1% in May, the second month in a row with no wage growth.
The US Federal Reserve is likely to keep interest rates steady in June but may raise them later this year to fight inflation.
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The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) has issued its own vaccine schedule for pregnant women that differs from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This new guidance includes vaccines for COVID-19 and flu, which the CDC recently removed under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership. Several medical groups support ACOG’s vaccine recommendations for better protection of mothers and babies.
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ACOG released a new maternal vaccine schedule for 2026 that includes COVID-19, flu, RSV, and Tdap vaccines during pregnancy.
The CDC currently recommends only Tdap and RSV vaccines for pregnant women after dropping COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
ACOG President Camille Clare cited confusion caused by changing CDC guidelines and vaccine misinformation.
Thirteen medical organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), support ACOG’s vaccine schedule.
AAP has also created its own childhood vaccine schedule, differing from CDC’s under Kennedy.
AAP filed a lawsuit against the vaccine-related policy changes made by Kennedy, resulting in a court order reversing many changes.
The lawsuit temporarily blocked many of Kennedy’s choices for the CDC’s advisory vaccine panel, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
Medical experts emphasize maternal vaccines protect both mothers and infants, whose immune systems are still developing.
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President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion law to fund immigration enforcement agencies through 2029. The Secure America Act provides money to ICE, Customs and Border Protection, and the Department of Homeland Security to support border security and immigration law enforcement.
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The Secure America Act was signed by President Trump after the House passed it 214-212.
The bill funds ICE with $38 billion, Customs and Border Protection with $26 billion, and DHS with $5 billion through September 2029.
The vote in the House followed a mostly party-line division, with one independent joining Republicans to vote yes.
The bill aims to fund border security, fight human trafficking, stop drug flow, break up criminal cartels, and enforce immigration laws.
Democrats opposed the bill, citing concerns over increased ICE operations and past actions by the agency.
Funding for these agencies had been blocked earlier, leading to a 75-day partial government shutdown beginning in February.
The shutdown was the longest partial federal shutdown in U.S. history.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the bill for lacking oversight and accountability.
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Three election forecasters updated their predictions for the upcoming midterm elections, showing a close race for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. While Republicans currently have a narrow majority, Democrats could win the House if they secure enough toss-up districts in the November election.
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Republicans hold a slim 217-212 majority in the House, with one independent and five vacant seats.
Democrats have been performing well in recent special elections.
President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are declining, which Democrats see as a positive sign.
The Cook Political Report, Sabato’s Crystal Ball, and Inside Elections all forecast a tight contest for the House.
Each forecaster lists multiple districts as “toss-up,” meaning the outcome is uncertain.
Democrats need to win most toss-up seats to gain the 218 seats needed for a majority.
Republicans are rated to hold more “safe” and “likely” seats than Democrats.
Key toss-up districts include areas in Arizona, Colorado, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the future of Cuba depends on President Donald Trump and the Cuban government. He told U.S. troops that the military is ready for any possible situation involving Cuba.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to troops about the situation in Cuba.
He said President Trump and Cuba’s leaders will decide Cuba’s future.
The U.S. is increasing pressure on Cuba’s communist government.
Hegseth said the military is prepared for all possible outcomes.
The statement was made during a visit with U.S. troops.
The focus is on readiness for any changes or events in Cuba.
The U.S. government is closely watching developments on the island.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that President Donald Trump’s planned 250-foot tall “triumphal arch” near the Lincoln Memorial will need red safety lights. This requirement is to ensure the structure does not create dangers for airplanes flying near Reagan Washington National Airport.
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The arch will be 250 feet tall.
It is planned to be built at the end of Memorial Bridge near the Lincoln Memorial.
The FAA requires the arch to have red safety lights.
The lights are needed to prevent risks for aircraft flying to and from Reagan Washington National Airport.
The FAA announced this requirement on a Wednesday.
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President Donald Trump signed a budget law that provides money for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol until the end of his second term. The House of Representatives passed the nearly $70 billion funding package after several weeks of disagreement in the Senate.
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President Trump signed the budget bill on Wednesday.
The bill funds ICE and Border Patrol through the end of Trump's second term.
The funding package is worth nearly $70 billion.
The House of Representatives passed the bill on Tuesday.
There were weeks of debate and disagreement in the Senate before passage.
Republican lawmakers supported the bill.
The article does not detail the position of House Democrats fully.
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Pete Hegseth, the US defense secretary, warned Cuba not to get weapons that could threaten the US during his visit to the Guantánamo Bay military base. The US has increased pressure on Cuba with sanctions and an oil blockade, while Cuba has reportedly acquired drones from Russia and Iran.
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Pete Hegseth warned Cuba against getting weapons that could reach the US or Guantánamo Bay.
The US has imposed sanctions and an oil blockade on Cuba to increase pressure.
President Donald Trump has suggested Cuba could face US pressure similar to that on Venezuela.
Cuba reportedly has more than 300 military drones, bought from Russia and Iran, possibly for attacks on US forces and Florida.
Cuba denies plans to attack and accuses the US of preparing for a new war.
Hegseth's visit to Guantánamo is his second as defense secretary and included physical training with US troops.
Guantánamo Bay hosts a controversial prison that holds terrorism suspects since 2001, drawing criticism from rights groups.
Hegseth was also scheduled to visit Tampa, Florida, home to US Central Command, which manages Middle East operations.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warned parents to stop using Hongmingzheng crib bumpers sold on Amazon because they can block babies' airways and cause serious injury or death. The bumpers violate a federal ban on padded crib bumpers designed to keep infants safe while sleeping.
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Hongmingzheng crib bumpers, model JP0128, were sold on Amazon in April and May 2026.
These bumpers have six sets of tie strings and a label showing the model number.
Padded crib bumpers are banned under the Safe Sleep for Babies Act because they can suffocate infants.
The CPSC issued a Notice of Violation against the Chinese company that makes the bumpers.
Parents are urged to throw away these bumpers and not give or sell them to others.
Experts recommend that infants sleep on a firm mattress with only a fitted sheet, and no soft items in the crib.
Babies should always be put to sleep on their backs in a crib, bassinet, or play yard without pillows, blankets, or bumpers.
Injuries or defects related to these bumpers should be reported to the CPSC through their website.
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President Donald Trump said the United States plans to take strong action against Iran on Wednesday. This announcement came during increased tensions related to peace talks and a recent incident involving a downed Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.
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President Trump spoke to reporters in the Oval Office on a Wednesday.
He said the U.S. would "hit Iran hard again" on that same day.
Tensions have risen due to ongoing peace negotiations involving Iran.
An Apache helicopter was recently downed in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important location for global oil transportation.
The statement was made publicly and reported by CBS News.
This event reflects continuing strain in U.S.-Iran relations.
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