President Donald Trump has increased tensions in the trade conflict with Canada. This situation creates challenges for Republican Senate candidates, who must defend the government's economic actions while also responding to Trump's strong stance against important Canadian imports and businesses.
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President Trump has escalated the trade dispute with Canada.
This escalation affects Republican Senate candidates’ political strategies.
Senate Republicans must balance supporting the administration’s economic record with addressing Trump’s criticism of Canadian imports.
Trump targets key Canadian companies and products in the trade conflict.
The trade dispute is causing difficulties for GOP candidates during their campaigns.
Canada is an important trading partner for the United States.
The issue involves economic and political challenges for the Republican party.
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The family of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez wants the death penalty if singer D4vd (David Anthony Burke) is found guilty of murdering their daughter. Burke has pleaded not guilty to the charges, and the trial is set to begin next year in California.
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Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s dismembered body was found in the trunk of a Tesla linked to D4vd’s address in September 2025.
D4vd is charged with murder but denies the accusations.
California currently has a temporary ban on the death penalty, but the victim’s family supports it if Burke is convicted.
Hernandez’s parents filed a civil lawsuit against Burke for wrongful death, false imprisonment, and childhood sexual assault.
The lawsuit claims Burke had a controlling relationship with Hernandez, who was a minor when they met.
The family says Burke killed Celeste after she threatened to expose their relationship.
The lawsuit names Burke’s companies, managers, mother, and a security guard as enabling him to isolate Celeste.
Burke has parted ways with his celebrity attorney and is now represented by a public defender.
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White House officials and Republican leaders say they no longer try to persuade President Donald Trump on decisions because they feel it is pointless. Although many Republicans doubt his choices now, they continue to follow his directions and expect him to remain a major political figure after his current term ends.
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Top White House staff and Republicans have stopped trying to influence President Trump’s decisions.
For years, Republicans mostly agreed with Trump’s ideas, but now many question his judgment.
Despite doubts, they continue to support and carry out his wishes, including unusual actions and campaign plans.
Officials say Trump does not act on every impulse, but examples of restraint are not shared.
Republicans worry about losing control of the House and Senate in upcoming elections.
After the midterms, attention will shift to the 2028 presidential race and new Democratic leaders in Congress.
A close adviser insists Trump still holds strong influence and will not fade from politics after his term.
Trump insiders believe they will continue to align with him even after he leaves office.
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President Donald Trump presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the family of Welles Crowther, known as "The Man in the Red Bandana," in honor of his heroism on September 11. Crowther was recognized for his bravery during the 9/11 attacks.
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Welles Crowther is known as "The Man in the Red Bandana" for his actions on 9/11.
President Donald Trump gave Crowther’s family the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
The award ceremony took place on September 9, 2026.
Crowther’s bravery is linked to the events of the September 11 attacks.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest honor in the United States for civilian contributions.
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President Donald Trump announced bans on some Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles entering the United States, starting September 29, 2026. He also expanded 50% tariffs on more Canadian goods while removing some items from the tariff list and directed agencies to ban Canadian products from U.S. government purchasing unless Canada restores trade fairness.
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The bans include sparkling grape wine, malt beer, Irish and Scotch whiskies, tequila in containers under four liters, certain dairy products like whey protein, and motorcycles.
Additional goods such as golf carts, cotton mattresses, bamboo furniture, and certain aluminum and cheese products are now subject to 50% tariffs.
Some Canadian products like non-white cement, facial tissue, bed sheets, fishing rods, pure sugars, and road salt were removed from the tariff list.
The bans and tariff changes take effect starting September 29, 2026.
President Trump ordered the U.S. General Services Administration and Trade Representative to stop buying Canadian products for government contracts unless Canada ends its retaliatory tariffs.
The U.S. plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian autos starting January 1, 2027, but talks for a trade agreement remain possible.
A senior White House official said the goal is to keep trade fair and protect American industries.
The administration is making exceptions for certain natural resources not available in the U.S., such as Canadian rock salt.
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A large sinkhole appeared in front of a house in Malibu, California, which actor Nicolas Cage bought in 2024. The driveway collapsed, causing local authorities to evacuate nearby homes and open a temporary shelter for residents.
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A massive sinkhole formed outside a Malibu home believed to belong to Nicolas Cage.
Nicolas Cage purchased the house in 2024.
The sinkhole caused the beachfront driveway to collapse on Tuesday morning.
The City of Malibu ordered the evacuation of homes on the street.
A temporary shelter was set up to help people displaced by the evacuation.
Local authorities are managing the situation to ensure safety.
The incident was reported recently by the New York Times.
Malibu is located in California, within the United States.
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Oil prices rose above $100 a barrel due to attacks in the Middle East, raising concerns about fuel costs for American voters ahead of the November midterm elections. President Donald Trump faces pressure as rising gas prices affect the cost of living, a key issue for voters, while his efforts to lower prices through new oil agreements are not expected to impact the market before the elections.
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Brent crude oil prices climbed over $100 a barrel after attacks by Houthi militants on Saudi Arabia.
Rising oil prices lead to higher gasoline costs, with the national average hitting $4.22 per gallon recently, up from $3.19 a year ago.
Higher fuel prices increase living expenses, which is the most important issue for 47% of registered voters in the upcoming midterms.
71% of adults disapprove of President Trump’s handling of the cost of living.
Fuel price increases usually affect consumers within two to four weeks.
Diesel prices hit a record average of $5.94 per gallon, impacting businesses’ transportation costs.
Inflation reports may not fully reflect recent price rises because they lag behind current gas pump costs.
The White House expects new oil from Venezuela to begin lowering prices, but significant effects may not occur before the midterms on November 3.
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New data shows that Medicare drug spending is increasing faster than expected, mainly due to higher use of expensive drugs and patients reaching their cost limits. This growing cost could strain Medicare’s budget and may lead to higher expenses for seniors or cuts in benefits in the future.
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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) lowered out-of-pocket costs for seniors on outpatient prescription drugs, shifting costs to taxpayers, insurers, and drug makers.
In 2025, over 20% of Medicare Part D enrollees hit the $2,000 patient cost cap, moving extra costs to the government and insurers.
Spending on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs grew from $300 million in 2024 to $2 billion last year, contributing to cost increases.
Cancer and diabetes drugs also showed significant spending growth.
Medicare drug spending is expected to grow faster than the overall economy and could make up 44% of the federal deficit from drugs, doctor visits, and outpatient services over the next decade.
Some cost-control tools are limited, causing concerns about long-term financial sustainability.
Several cost-limiting programs and subsidies are set to expire soon, which may raise costs for seniors.
Medicare drug prices negotiations and use of cheaper generic drugs are helping but are not enough to fully offset spending growth.
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President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are hosting their first midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The event aims to support Republican candidates and highlight the administration's agenda, though some key GOP candidates plan to skip the convention.
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The GOP midterm convention will last two nights, with President Trump and Vice President JD Vance as keynote speakers.
The event will focus on topics like immigration, border security, Trump’s tax policies, and lowering drug prices.
This is the Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention; Democrats last held one in the 1970s.
Several members of President Trump’s Cabinet and GOP congressional leaders will speak at the convention.
Some important Republican candidates in close races, such as Ashley Hinson and Dan Sullivan, are not scheduled to speak and may skip the event.
The convention is held 55 days before the midterm elections, which will influence control of the House and Senate.
President Trump’s approval ratings are low amid ongoing challenges like the war with Iran and economic concerns.
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A private donor event in Dallas brought together top Republican leaders and big donors ahead of the party’s midterm convention. The donor group Rockbridge, linked to Vice President Vance, is becoming a major force in conservative fundraising as Republicans prepare for upcoming elections.
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The event was held at The Rustic bar in Dallas and attended by 200 to 250 people, including GOP leaders, Cabinet members, and major donors.
Rockbridge is a donor network founded in 2019 by Vice President Vance and investor Chris Buskirk.
Attendees included Ray Washburne, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., HUD Secretary Scott Turner, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Senator Eric Schmitt, and former Trump Chief of Staff Reince Priebus.
The gathering was a welcome reception, not a fundraiser, but started a week of large Republican donor events in Dallas.
President Donald Trump will host a Republican National Committee fundraiser with high-priced attendance, including a $250,000 roundtable ticket and $88,600 for a photo.
Rockbridge is connected to several Silicon Valley investors like Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, David Sacks, and Peter Thiel.
A super PAC linked to Rockbridge, Turnout for America, plans to spend $50 million to increase GOP voter turnout in November.
The Republican midterm convention aims to support Trump’s record and criticize Democrats, despite some GOP candidates distancing themselves from Trump.
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A new poll finds that many Americans trust the federal government less than before. People are especially doubtful about government information on elections, foreign affairs, and the environment. Trust has dropped since 2024 and is now lower than at the end of President Donald Trump’s first term.
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Most Americans have little or no trust in government information about elections, foreign affairs, and the environment.
Only 34% of adults trust government certification of election results, down from 40% in 2024.
Mistrust in federal information is higher now than at the end of President Trump’s first term.
The poll was conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center and USA Facts.
Trust in government information has become more divided along political party lines since Trump’s first term.
About 60% of U.S. adults distrust federal information on several major issues, including abortion and immigration.
Mistrust has risen since 2019 in almost every topic surveyed, such as education, which saw trust drop from 63% to 47%.
Some people blame changes in government messaging and political actions for increasing skepticism.
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Elon Musk’s super PAC, America PAC, is running many ads against Democratic Senate candidates that focus on transgender issues. The PAC wants to encourage Republican voters to turn out for the midterm elections by highlighting topics like transgender athletes and gender-transition care.
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America PAC, supported by Elon Musk, is spending heavily on midterm election ads.
The ads target Democratic Senate candidates in Ohio, Iowa, Texas, and Alaska.
These ads focus on transgender issues, such as athletes and medical care for transgender people.
This focus on transgender topics is unusual for Republican Senate ads this election cycle.
America PAC plans to spend over $100 million in the midterms.
Republicans face challenges from voter concerns about the economy and foreign policy.
Musk has criticized transgender policies and has a transgender daughter.
The PAC aims to use transgender issues to motivate Republican voters to go to the polls.
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Since President Trump returned to office, many immigrant families have been affected by immigration enforcement actions that separate children from their parents. This separation and other related policies have caused emotional and health problems for millions of children, including many who are U.S. citizens.
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About 205,000 children had at least one parent detained by immigration authorities through April 2025, and this number has grown.
Children separated from their parents often face psychological harm and unstable living conditions.
Some children have been left to care for themselves after their parents were arrested.
Two children in the South died by suicide in early 2025 after bullying related to their family's immigration status.
Many immigrant families lose access to medical care, food, tax credits, and other supports due to government restrictions.
Fear of immigration enforcement causes families to avoid schools, doctors, and social programs.
Around 25% of U.S.-born children have at least one immigrant parent, with about 4.6 million having a parent without legal status.
President Trump has prioritized immigration crackdowns, including attempts to limit birthright citizenship, which was blocked by the Supreme Court.
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President Trump has focused more on sports in his recent activities, using them to shape national culture and policies. His administration’s visa restrictions have made it harder for some foreign athletes and students to come to or stay in the U.S., while efforts continue to change rules around college sports and women’s sports.
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President Trump is emphasizing sports more than other policy areas like healthcare or the economy.
His administration’s travel bans and visa restrictions have caused difficulties for foreign athletes, such as Venezuelan soccer player David Martínez, leading some to leave the U.S.
There is an ongoing political campaign to restrict transgender athletes’ participation in women’s sports.
Trump attended major sports events like the NBA finals, Daytona 500, and Ryder Cup with visible involvement.
The President issued an executive order to protect the Army-Navy football game’s traditional TV schedule, linking it to military morale.
His administration is trying to reverse changes that allow college athletes to be paid and have more freedom to switch schools.
Visa challenges also limit foreign students from joining college sports, making these sports less diverse.
Trump hosted a controversial UFC event at the White House as part of the country’s 250th anniversary and his 80th birthday celebration.
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Learner drivers in the UK have to wait about 20 weeks on average to book a practical driving test, with little improvement seen recently. The government agency in charge had hoped to reduce wait times to seven weeks but now expects delays to continue until at least summer 2026.
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The average wait to book a driving test is about 20 weeks as of August.
This is only a slight improvement from 20.2 weeks in July.
The wait time between booking a test and taking it remains 11.1 weeks.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is responsible for managing driving tests.
The original goal was to cut the booking wait time to seven weeks by the end of last year.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander moved the goal to summer 2026.
Officials now admit even the 2026 target is unlikely to be met.
The delays affect learner drivers trying to get a UK driving licence.
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The White House removed an online game called "Build the Wall" after The Tetris Company said the game used their design without permission. The game looked like the classic game Tetris, and the company warned about copyright infringement.
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The White House launched an online arcade with games linked to President Trump’s agenda.
One game, "Build the Wall," was similar to the game Tetris.
The Tetris Company said they did not approve or license the "Build the Wall" game.
The company said Tetris is known for bringing people together through playing and stacking blocks.
After the copyright claim, the White House took down the "Build the Wall" game.
The Tetris Company publicly warned about copyright infringement on Instagram.
Newsweek reached out to both the White House and The Tetris Company for comments.
The story may be updated as more information becomes available.
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Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was shot at Utah Valley University while speaking to a large crowd. Kirk was rushed to the hospital, and Turning Point USA staff responded swiftly to the attack and its aftermath.
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Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012 at age 18.
Turning Point USA is a conservative activist group with over 400 staff and a budget over $100 million.
The group has many chapters in colleges and high schools and supports Republican candidates.
Kirk was speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, when he was shot by a young man hiding on a roof.
The event was an outdoor speech to around 3,000 people.
After the shooting, Kirk's friends and bodyguards quickly took him to a hospital.
Kirk’s wife, Erika, was informed while she was in Arizona.
The shooting caused immediate chaos, with people fleeing the scene and Turning Point USA increasing security and preparing to respond.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he did not know he was a member of a golf club that received a $6 million grant from his government for renovations. The grant came from a restricted $560 million program aimed at projects in seats held by his Labor Party, raising questions about the transparency of how money was distributed.
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The Marrickville Golf Club in Albanese’s electorate got $6 million for renovations.
Albanese said the golf club made him an honorary member 15 years ago without his knowledge.
The grant program is invitation-only and funds projects promised by Labor for the 2025 election.
Critics want clearer rules to show how grants are decided and prevent favoritism.
Albanese’s electorate also received money for a women’s health center and a domestic violence shelter.
Some areas, like New South Wales and Queensland, got less funding than others in relation to their populations.
Thirteen crossbench members of parliament want government grant decisions to be more transparent.
Senator Jacqui Lambie described using taxpayer money for political benefit as a form of corruption.
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The U.S. Marshals Service led an operation in Ohio that found 79 missing children during August. The children were reported missing for reasons like abuse, neglect, and trafficking.
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The operation is called Operation Meridian.
It is the largest missing child search in Ohio's history.
The children recovered were between 6 and 17 years old.
The search involved local, state, and federal law enforcement working together.
Some children were found in other states, including Georgia.
Reasons for the children being missing included suspected sex trafficking, abuse, and neglect.
U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott praised the law enforcement and community partners for their work.
The operation aimed to bring vulnerable children back to safety.
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Stefany Shaheen won the Democratic primary, and Anthony DiLorenzo won the Republican primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District. They will compete to replace Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas, who is running for Senate.
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Stefany Shaheen is the daughter of Senator Jeanne Shaheen, who is retiring.
Chris Pappas is the current Democratic representative but is running for the Senate seat.
The seat has been held by Democrats since 2017 but often switches parties.
Stefany Shaheen beat Maura Sullivan in the Democratic primary, despite Sullivan having more fundraising and some polling lead.
The Democratic primary included negative ads, with Shaheen accusing Sullivan of outside financial backing.
Anthony DiLorenzo, supported by President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary.
DiLorenzo had more fundraising than his main Republican competitor, Hollie Noveletsky.
Polls showed DiLorenzo and Noveletsky tied during the Republican primary campaign.
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