An old photo showing Senator Ruben Gallego and Representative Eric Swalwell shirtless during a trip to Qatar has resurfaced amid ongoing allegations against Swalwell. Swalwell is facing claims of sexual assault and harassment, which he denies, leading him to suspend his campaign for California governor. There are no claims against Gallego, but the photo has drawn criticism due to his previous support for Swalwell.
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The photo was taken during a 2021 congressional trip to Qatar funded by the U.S.-Qatar Business Council.
Representative Eric Swalwell faces sexual assault and harassment allegations, which he denies, and he has paused his gubernatorial campaign.
No allegations have been made against Senator Ruben Gallego.
Gallego previously endorsed Swalwell, but he has since withdrawn his support after reviewing the allegations.
The congressional trip was not an official delegation and was privately funded, raising ethical questions.
The picture has resurfaced as part of criticism towards Gallego for his prior defense of Swalwell.
Both Gallego and Swalwell were pictured shirtless and riding camels during the trip.
President Trump's involvement with a Qatar gift sparked comments from Gallego, criticizing the transaction.
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Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell from California announced he will resign from Congress following accusations of sexual misconduct by multiple women. Swalwell has denied these accusations and has also decided not to pursue a run for Governor of California.
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Eric Swalwell is a Democratic representative from California.
Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress.
Several women have accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct.
Swalwell has denied the allegations against him.
He has withdrawn from the race to become California's Governor.
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Two people died in a shooting at Elko Regional Airport in Nevada. The police closed the airport to investigate, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
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Two people were killed in a shooting at Elko Regional Airport in Nevada.
The shooting was reported around 12:30 p.m.
Authorities identified one victim as a minor.
The other person who died is believed to be the shooter.
The relationship between the two people has not been confirmed.
By 3:45 p.m., police stated there was no further threat to public safety.
The airport was closed during the investigation and might reopen later in the evening.
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President Trump is involved in a disagreement with Pope Leo. There's also a discussion of other political news like a Congressman's resignation, the California governor race, and how gas prices may affect upcoming elections.
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President Trump has a feud with Pope Leo.
Congressman Eric Swalwell has resigned.
The race for California governor is underway.
President Trump is losing some support from religious Americans.
High gas prices could influence the midterm elections.
NPR’s Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright shared these updates on political news.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he will resign from Congress after allegations of sexual harassment, assault, and rape by four women. Swalwell denies some accusations but will step down to avoid distractions from his duties. He suspended his campaign for California governor as a result.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell is resigning due to allegations from four women.
He denies some claims and calls others false but admits to making mistakes.
Swalwell decided to resign to focus on his constituents' needs.
He paused his run for California governor, where he was a Democratic frontrunner.
Rep. Tony Gonzales faces a separate call for resignation after admitting to an affair.
Democratic Women's Caucus chair plans to move forward with a resolution to expel Gonzales.
Swalwell will assist his staff during the transition period after his resignation.
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An American Airlines flight from Phoenix to Miami was diverted to Tucson, Arizona, due to a reported oven fire in the plane. The plane landed safely, no one was injured, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incident.
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The flight was traveling from Phoenix, Arizona, to Miami, Florida.
The crew reported an oven fire in the plane's galley (kitchen area).
The plane diverted to Tucson, Arizona, as a safety measure.
The plane landed safely, and no injuries occurred.
The FAA announced it will investigate the situation.
A maintenance check found no evidence of an actual fire.
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Eric Swalwell, a former Democratic Representative from California, announced he will resign from Congress following multiple sexual assault allegations, which he denies. His wife, Brittany Watts, generally stays out of the public eye and has not commented on the situation.
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Eric Swalwell plans to resign from Congress after denying sexual assault allegations.
Brittany Watts is Swalwell's wife and stays out of the public eye.
The couple got married in October 2016 and have three children.
Watts once worked as the director of sales at a Ritz-Carlton resort in California.
Swalwell's resignation will lead to a special election in his district near San Francisco.
Watts has not publicly commented on her husband’s situation or his resignation.
The House Ethics Committee is investigating whether Swalwell engaged in sexual misconduct with an employee.
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A new White House report says there is a housing shortage of 10 million homes in the United States. The report suggests that cutting regulations could lead to more home construction, stabilize prices, and boost the economy. President Trump has signed orders to reduce regulatory burdens but faces challenges due to high mortgage rates and an ongoing international conflict affecting costs.
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The US has a reported shortage of 10 million homes.
White House economists recommend cutting regulations to boost construction.
President Trump signed orders in March to ease regulatory burdens on housing.
High mortgage rates, partly due to the US-Israel war on Iran, are increasing home costs.
Home prices have risen 82% since 2000, while incomes have only gone up by 12%.
Regulations add over $100,000 in costs to building a home, according to the report.
The report suggests reducing regulatory costs could lead to 13.2 million new homes and economic growth.
Trump’s housing policies focus on keeping home values high for current homeowners.
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Eric Swalwell, a U.S. Congressman, resigned after allegations of sexual misconduct. He dropped out of the California governor race, apologized for past mistakes, and stated he would fight the allegations.
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Eric Swalwell resigned from the U.S. Congress.
He exited the California governor race.
Swalwell apologized for past errors in a public letter.
He intends to contest the claims against him.
Congress began an ethics inquiry into the allegations.
Four women accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell from California said he will leave Congress due to several sexual assault allegations. He decided to step down after both political parties urged him to resign.
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Eric Swalwell is a Democratic representative from California.
He announced his resignation on a Monday.
The resignation follows multiple allegations of sexual assault.
Both major political parties called for his resignation.
Swalwell was a seven-term lawmaker.
He was previously a leading candidate in the California governor's race.
Swalwell denies the allegations made against him.
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President Donald Trump faced criticism after sharing an AI-created image on Truth Social. The image depicted him as a Jesus-like figure healing a sick person. The post, later deleted, followed Trump's critical comments about Pope Leo XIV.
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President Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself as a Jesus-like figure.
The image showed him healing a sick person in a hospital.
Trump initially said he thought the image depicted him as a doctor.
The post came after Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV in a lengthy message.
Reaction to the image and comments has been mixed, with some supporters reacting strongly.
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Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announced that he will resign from Congress due to multiple sexual assault allegations. Swalwell, who has denied the allegations, stated he is stepping down to take responsibility for past mistakes and expressed regret to his family and colleagues.
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Eric Swalwell is a Democratic Representative from California.
Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday.
There are multiple sexual assault allegations against him.
Swalwell says the allegations are false but admits to past mistakes.
He was seen as a strong candidate for California's governor earlier this year.
Swalwell apologized to his family, staff, and constituents.
He had previously pledged to fight the allegations against him.
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Many Americans are preparing to claim new tax breaks on tips and overtime wages on their federal income taxes due to a recent tax law change under President Donald Trump. However, not all states are offering these same deductions on their state income tax forms because states can choose whether or not to adopt the federal tax changes.
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A new tax law under President Trump provides federal tax breaks for tips and overtime wages.
The tax-filing deadline is approaching for Americans to claim these new federal tax breaks.
States individually decide if they will follow federal tax changes, resulting in varying state tax rules.
Many states have chosen not to adopt these federal tax deductions.
As a result, some taxpayers might not benefit from the same deductions on their state taxes.
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Allegations of sexual misconduct have been raised against Eric Swalwell, a U.S. Representative and Democratic candidate for governor of California. Swalwell has denied the accusations, but they have been called an "open secret" in Washington. These claims have led to him suspending his campaign, and a House Ethics Committee is investigating.
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Eric Swalwell is a U.S. Representative who was running for governor of California.
Allegations of sexual misconduct have been made against Swalwell.
Swalwell has denied the allegations, calling them "flat false."
The allegations have been described as an "open secret" in Washington, D.C.
Swalwell has suspended his campaign for governor.
The House Ethics Committee is investigating these allegations.
A notable political strategist and former White House official have publicly discussed the allegations.
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Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, highlighted his achievements during his first 100 days in office, such as fixing potholes and securing funding for child care. He has also managed a relationship with President Trump, leading to no federal funding cutbacks. Despite progress, some campaign promises like free child care for all remain incomplete.
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Zohran Mamdani is the youngest mayor of New York City in over a century.
He reported fixing 100,000 potholes and acquiring $1.2 billion for child care.
Mamdani aims to provide universal free childcare by 2031, starting with 2,000 spots by 2026.
His relationship with President Trump has been unexpectedly cordial, avoiding federal funding cuts for New York City.
Trump and Mamdani discussed the affordability crisis in New York City after Mamdani took office.
During Mamdani's term, two severe snowstorms hit New York City, leading to criticism and emergency actions.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has agreed to fund the initial years of the childcare program, but future funding is uncertain.
Mamdani faced challenges with homelessness during harsh weather, placing people in shelters and hotels.
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A recent poll shows Democrats are gaining support in Florida, President Trump’s home state, as his approval ratings drop significantly among independent voters. This shift is affecting Republican candidates, making key races more competitive. The poll highlights declining Republican support due to Trump's low approval on major issues.
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A new poll shows Democrats leading Republicans in the 2026 generic congressional ballot in Florida.
President Trump's net approval rating in Florida is -6, and -39 among independent voters.
The poll was conducted with 1,834 likely Florida voters and has a margin of error of 2 percentage points.
Democrats lead significantly among independent (no-party-affiliated) voters, with a 52 to 23 percent advantage.
Republican party loyalty in Florida has slipped, with a 6.4 percent defection rate.
Florida’s key races, such as the governor and Senate contests, are closely contested.
Economic issues remain a top concern for voters, but Republicans are not benefiting from this concern as they have in the past.
Corruption is identified as the most important issue by 21 percent of voters, more than any economic issue.
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A White House report states that there is a shortage of 10 million houses in the U.S. The report suggests that reducing regulations might help build more homes and improve the economy.
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The U.S. has a shortage of 10 million houses.
White House economists released the report, which is part of the Economic Report of the President.
The report recommends cutting regulations to help increase the construction of homes.
More housing could stabilize prices and increase home ownership.
The report also addresses economic growth and political risks for President Donald Trump.
President Trump's approval has declined due to issues like tariffs, the Iran war, and inflation promises.
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Senator Bernie Sanders is planning to introduce a resolution to stop the sale of weapons to Israel. This move aims to test the level of Congressional support for Israel, especially among Democrats, amid ongoing conflicts involving Israel and Iran. The resolution is not expected to pass due to a Republican-controlled Senate but highlights changing opinions on U.S. support for Israel.
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Senator Bernie Sanders plans to push a resolution to block U.S. weapons sales to Israel.
The resolution targets bombs and bulldozers worth nearly half a billion dollars.
Sanders aims to bring the resolution to a vote without the Senate majority leader's approval.
The resolution is unlikely to pass in the Republican-controlled Senate.
Sanders' actions will measure Democratic support for Israel amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
A previous similar resolution by Sanders failed in the Senate last year.
Public support for Israel has decreased in the U.S., particularly among younger people and Democrats.
The liberal Zionist group J Street has called for reevaluating U.S. military aid to Israel.
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President Donald Trump stated he would not apologize to Pope Leo XIV after criticizing the Pope's stance on the U.S. actions in Iran. Trump also explained that a social media post that showed him as Jesus was misunderstood; he thought it was of him as a doctor.
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President Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV for opposing the U.S. actions in Iran.
Trump stated that the Pope is weak on crime and other issues.
Trump declined to apologize to the Pope for his comments.
A social media post showed Trump depicted as Jesus, which Trump said he thought was portraying him as a doctor.
Trump addressed these issues during a question-and-answer session at the White House.
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A 16-year-old boy is charged with the sexual assault and murder of his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival cruise ship. Authorities say the incident occurred while the ship was in international waters, and the boy faces charges as an adult.
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A 16-year-old boy has been charged as an adult for the crimes.
The victim, Anna Kepner, was 18 years old.
The incident happened on a Carnival cruise ship named Carnival Horizon.
Anna Kepner's body was found under a bed, wrapped in a blanket, and covered by life vests.
The cause of death was determined to be "mechanical asphyxia".
Anna had been on the cruise with her father, stepmother, and other family members.
Prosecutors say the boy originally faced juvenile charges, but was later indicted as an adult.
If convicted, the stepbrother could face a life sentence.
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