Representative Mike Collins is likely to win the Republican Senate runoff in Georgia against Derek Dooley after receiving President Donald Trump's endorsement. Prediction markets give Collins a very high chance of winning, and the winner will face Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Mike Collins secured President Trump's endorsement shortly before the runoff election.
Prediction markets show about a 98% chance Collins will win the Republican runoff over Derek Dooley.
The runoff winner will become the Republican nominee to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff in 2026.
Collins is a second-term congressman and former trucking company owner; Dooley is a former football coach and political newcomer.
Dooley was endorsed by outgoing Governor Brian Kemp, who has disagreed with Trump on past election issues.
Neither candidate won over 50% in the primary, leading to the runoff election.
Collins supports Trump’s policies like tax cuts, border security, and energy production.
Collins and Trump both claim the 2020 election was rigged, a claim disputed by Dooley.
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President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday by hosting a UFC mixed martial arts event on the White House South Lawn. The event featured fighters competing in title bouts, including American Justin Gaethje who won the lightweight championship and celebrated with President Trump.
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The UFC event was held on the White House South Lawn in Washington, D.C.
President Trump turned 80 years old on the day of the event.
Fighters entered the cage from the Oval Office to begin the matches.
Justin Gaethje, an American fighter, won the lightweight title against Ilia Topuria.
Gaethje celebrated by doing a backflip and draping himself in the American flag and his championship belt.
President Trump entered the cage to congratulate Gaethje after the fight.
The event was part of Trump’s birthday celebration and also marked the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Military flyovers by the Navy’s Blue Angels and Air Force Thunderbirds were part of the celebration.
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Gas prices may fall after President Donald Trump announced a deal between the U.S. and Iran. Following this news, oil prices went down and stock markets went up.
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President Trump announced that the U.S. and Iran reached a deal.
Oil prices dropped on Monday after the announcement.
Stock markets increased in value following the news.
Lower oil prices can lead to lower gas prices for Americans.
This development was reported by CBS News.
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President Donald Trump announced that he will hold a large rally in Washington, D.C., on July 4 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. His event will include a speech at the Lincoln Memorial and a fireworks show that he wants to be the biggest ever.
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President Trump called the July 4 event a “TRUMP RALLY” at the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.
He plans to give a speech and have a large fireworks display.
The official 250th anniversary celebrations have faced problems, including many musicians dropping out of the Freedom 250 concert series.
Trump suggested holding a “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY” instead of the music acts.
Two main groups are organizing 250th events: America250 (federally funded) and Freedom 250 (a public-private partnership started during Trump’s second term).
Both groups claim to be non-partisan but there is confusion and tension over the celebrations.
Some Washington, D.C., residents are worried about security, road closures, and fireworks affecting pets.
The event follows a recent UFC party held on White House grounds for Trump’s 80th birthday.
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President Donald Trump held a series of mixed martial arts (MMA) fights called "UFC Freedom 250" at the White House. The event celebrated America’s 250th anniversary and also coincided with President Trump’s 80th birthday.
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President Trump hosted UFC fights at the White House.
The fights were part of the "UFC Freedom 250" event.
The event marked America’s 250th anniversary.
It also celebrated President Trump’s 80th birthday.
The event was described as "surreal" by some attendees.
CBS News reporter Weijia Jiang covered the event.
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The Supreme Court declined to reopen Carter Page’s lawsuit against former FBI officials over surveillance warrants used during the Russia election investigation. Page had settled with the U.S. government for $1.25 million, but his claims against specific FBI officials were dismissed due to time limits on filing such cases.
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Carter Page was a foreign-policy adviser to President Trump during the 2016 campaign.
The FBI obtained four warrants under a law called FISA to surveil Page between 2016 and 2017.
An internal review found 17 serious errors in the FBI’s warrant applications, including over-reliance on the Steele dossier.
The Steele dossier was opposition research with unproven claims about President Trump.
Page sued FBI officials and the government in 2020, claiming the surveillance was unlawful.
In 2022, a judge dismissed Page’s suit, and an appeals court agreed in 2024, citing legal time limits.
The Justice Department settled separately with Page in April 2024 for $1.25 million, covering only claims against the government, not individuals.
The Supreme Court’s denial means Page cannot revive his lawsuit against former FBI officials.
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The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear a case about an Indiana high school blocking a student anti-abortion group from posting flyers with the message "Defund Planned Parenthood." Lower courts ruled the school could restrict flyers that might seem like the school’s own views.
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The case began in 2021 when a student started an anti-abortion group at Noblesville High School called Noblesville Students for Life.
The school allows student clubs to post flyers but requires approval and bans political or disruptive content.
The student’s flyers included the phrase "Defund Planned Parenthood" and were denied approval.
The school suspended the club’s approval briefly, citing concerns about adult involvement and rule violations but later reinstated it.
The student’s family sued, claiming the school violated free speech rights under the First Amendment.
A federal district court ruled the school could block the flyers to avoid seeming like the school endorsed the message.
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals agreed, saying the school is not required to use its walls to spread student messages.
The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case leaves the lower courts’ decisions in place.
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Jane Fonda says that the Trump administration and its supporters are attacking the country. She believes Hollywood should resist these attacks by not following orders before they are given.
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Jane Fonda spoke about challenges facing the country under President Trump's administration.
She described these challenges as attacks on the nation.
Fonda called for Hollywood to refuse "anticipatory obedience," meaning not to comply in advance with expected demands or pressures.
She suggested that this resistance is important to push back against political actions.
Fonda implied that current attacks differ from past ones by coming from new sources.
The context involves political tensions in the United States.
The statement focuses on the role of the entertainment industry in political issues.
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The Supreme Court decided not to allow Carter Page to continue his lawsuit against former FBI leaders. Page filed the suit over actions taken during the investigation into his connections while working with President Donald Trump's campaign.
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Carter Page was an adviser to President Donald Trump's 2016 campaign.
He sued former FBI Director James Comey and seven other FBI officials.
The lawsuit relates to the FBI's investigation into Page’s connections with Russia.
A Justice Department watchdog previously found problems in how the investigation was handled.
The Supreme Court refused to let Page continue his legal case.
Andrew McCabe, former FBI deputy director, is also named in the suit.
The decision was made on a Monday by the US Supreme Court.
The refusal means the case will not move forward in the highest court.
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On President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday, the White House hosted the first major professional sporting event on its grounds, featuring a UFC mixed martial arts fight night. The event included patriotic displays, live music, military flyovers, and thousands of spectators, symbolizing a close connection between the presidency and the UFC company.
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The event was held on the South Lawn of the White House on a warm Sunday night.
UFC fighter Justin Gaethje appeared in the Oval Office before his fight, symbolizing the event’s connection to American history.
This was the first time a major professional sports event took place at the White House.
UFC CEO Dana White and President Trump appeared together, highlighting their partnership.
The fights were broadcast with commentators including Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier.
The event had strong patriotic themes, including American flag colors and costumes modeled after comic book heroines.
Protesters outside the White House objected to using the presidential residence for promoting a private company.
The event included sponsor logos for companies like a crypto casino and a tourism campaign, which raised concerns about commercialization.
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In Georgia’s Republican governor runoff, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, backed by President Donald Trump, is currently trailing businessman Rick Jackson by 3 points according to a recent poll. The race is drawing attention as it may show how much influence President Trump’s endorsements still have among Republican voters.
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Burt Jones is the current Lieutenant Governor of Georgia and is supported by President Donald Trump.
Rick Jackson is a businessman running as an outsider and has spent about $100 million of his own money on the campaign.
A new InsiderAdvantage poll shows Jackson leading Jones 49% to 46%, with 5% undecided.
Previous polls showed Jones in the lead, but Jackson has gained momentum recently.
Governor Brian Kemp, a popular Republican barred from running again, recently endorsed Jones.
The runoff election is set for Tuesday, with the winner facing Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.
This election is seen as a test of competing power groups within Georgia’s Republican Party.
President Trump’s endorsement streak had been strong but suffered a recent loss in Iowa, showing endorsements are influential but not always winning.
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Jury selection is starting for the federal death penalty trial of Payton Gendron, who pleaded guilty to a 2022 racially motivated mass shooting in Buffalo that killed 10 Black people. The federal trial will decide whether he receives the death penalty or life in prison since the state trial resulted in life imprisonment without parole.
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Payton Gendron is facing federal charges carrying the death penalty after pleading guilty in state court to a 2022 racist mass shooting.
The Buffalo shooting killed 10 Black people and injured three others.
Jury selection will be thorough, involving questionnaires and in-person interviews to find jurors who can be fair in a capital punishment case.
More than 1,200 potential jurors were initially considered for the trial.
Jurors will decide guilt and, if guilty, whether to impose the death penalty or life imprisonment.
The defense will look for jurors reluctant to impose the death penalty; the prosecution will seek jurors open to it.
The racial motive of the crime is a major factor in the case.
Legal experts expect Gendron to be found guilty but are unsure if he will receive the death penalty, noting his remorse and age.
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The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Judge Pauline Newman's request to return to work on a federal appeals court after she was suspended due to concerns about her health and ability to handle her duties. Newman, age 98, has served on the Federal Circuit court since 1984 and was suspended after a review found she could not keep up with her workload.
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Judge Pauline Newman is 98 years old and has served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit since 1984.
The Federal Circuit handles appeals involving trade, patents, veterans’ benefits, and claims against the U.S. government.
In 2021 and 2022, concerns about Newman's health led to a suspension from hearing cases.
The court’s chief judge, Kimberly Moore, asked Newman to retire or take a lighter workload, but Newman refused.
A special committee required Newman to undergo medical testing and review of her health.
The committee and Judicial Council determined Newman should not hear cases for a year, with renewals extending the suspension through 2025.
Newman filed lawsuits arguing the suspension violated her constitutional protections and life tenure as a federal judge.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled against Newman, limiting challenges to judicial council decisions.
The Supreme Court refused to take Newman’s case, leaving her suspension in place.
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The article discusses how planning a family vacation can cause stress. Cassidy Freitas, a family therapist, explains ways to reduce this stress and how social media affects people’s expectations of a perfect trip.
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Planning family vacations often creates stress for parents.
Cassidy Freitas is a licensed marriage and family therapist.
She talks about how to make vacation planning less stressful.
Social media can increase pressure by showing idealized vacation images.
Managing expectations can help families enjoy their trips more.
The advice was shared during a CBS Mornings segment.
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The U.S. Supreme Court decided not to review a case involving Pauline Newman, a 98-year-old federal judge. She wants to end her suspension after colleagues questioned her mental ability and stopped her from taking new cases.
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Pauline Newman is the oldest active federal judge and is turning 99 soon.
She was suspended by fellow judges because they doubted her mental fitness.
Newman refuses to accept that she is unfit to serve as a judge.
She sued the other judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit over her suspension.
The suspension stops her from working on new cases indefinitely.
The Supreme Court chose not to hear her case or change the suspension.
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A CBS News investigation found that President Donald Trump made 3,600 stock trades in the first three months of 2026. This high number of trades shows he was very active in buying and selling stocks during that period.
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President Donald Trump made 3,600 stock trades in just three months.
The data covers the first quarter of 2026 (January to March).
The information comes from a CBS News investigation.
The number of trades averages about 40 trades per day.
The report highlights President Trump’s active participation in the stock market.
This activity may be unusual compared to typical trading by political leaders.
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President Donald Trump announced plans for a large July 4 event on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The event will include a big fireworks show, military music, flyovers, and a speech by the president.
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The event is called a “Tribute to America.”
It will be held near the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.
Hundreds of military musicians will perform.
Military aircraft will fly over the event.
President Trump will choose the music playlist himself.
The event will feature a keynote speech by President Trump.
The celebration is part of a summer-long series marking 250 years of American independence.
The series begins June 24 with a kickoff concert on the National Mall.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently turned green shortly after a major renovation. The project, ordered by President Donald Trump, aimed to give the pool a deeper blue color but may have unintentionally encouraged algae growth.
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The pool was resurfaced with a dark blue coating to improve appearance and stop leaks.
The renovation cost about $14 million, much higher than the initially suggested $1.5 to $2 million.
The work was done through a no-bid contract, leading to a lawsuit by a preservation group.
Algae growth is a common problem in the shallow, slow-moving water of the reflecting pool.
Similar algae blooms happened after a previous $34 million renovation in 2012.
Possible reasons for the recent algae bloom include leftover algae from construction, the darker coating heating the water, and warm, sunny, still weather conditions.
Experts say darker surfaces absorb more heat, which can encourage algae, but other factors like nutrient levels also play a big role.
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The U.S. government has used up all the investor green cards allocated for Indian applicants under the EB-5 program for this year. No new EB-5 visas for Indian nationals can be issued until the fiscal year resets on October 1, 2026.
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The EB-5 visa is for investors who want to live and work in the U.S. by investing money in American businesses.
The annual supply of EB-5 visas for Indian nationals has been fully used as of June 5, 2024.
The U.S. State Department announced this visa cap on June 10, 2024.
Indian applicants cannot get new EB-5 visas until the next fiscal year starts on October 1, 2026.
U.S. embassies and consulates will stop issuing EB-5 visas to Indians until then.
The fiscal year for visa allocations runs from October 1 to September 30.
This pause is specific to the Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) category.
The news is still developing and updates may follow.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s former church in Atlanta. She encouraged Black voters to participate in the midterm elections and is working to build a diverse group of Democratic voters.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a Democratic Congresswoman from New York.
She spoke at the church where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once preached.
Ocasio-Cortez asked Black voters to vote in the upcoming midterm elections.
She is inspired by Bernie Sanders' "Fighting Oligarchy Tour."
Her goal is to create a coalition of voters from different racial backgrounds.
This coalition aims to support Democratic candidates in the elections.
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