New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a plan to open the city's first government-owned grocery store in East Harlem. This initiative aims to provide affordable groceries and is expected to expand to each of the five boroughs by 2029.
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to open the first city-owned grocery store in East Harlem.
The store will be at La Marqueta, a market opened to provide cheaper groceries.
Mamdani aims to open city-owned stores in all five boroughs by the end of his term in 2029.
The project is estimated to cost around $60 million.
These stores will operate without paying rent or taxes.
The plan seeks to provide affordable grocery options and counter rising food prices.
Revenue for the project may come from redirecting existing subsidies and tax increases on corporations and high-income earners.
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders supports the plan, praising it as beneficial for affordability and public service.
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A number of Democratic lawmakers are calling for Congressman Eric Swalwell's removal due to allegations of sexual misconduct. Swalwell denies the allegations and says he will defend himself. Both Swalwell and another congressman, Tony Gonzales, are already scheduled to leave Congress in January.
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Democratic lawmakers have joined calls to expel Eric Swalwell from Congress.
The allegations involve sexual misconduct claims, including harassment and assault.
Swalwell, elected in 2012, plans to leave Congress in January.
Other allegations involve Congressman Tony Gonzales of Texas, who admitted to an affair.
Both representatives face calls for expulsion if they don't resign.
Swalwell's campaign for California governor lost significant support due to these claims.
Expulsion from the US House is rare and needs support from two-thirds of voting lawmakers.
A Manhattan district attorney's office is investigating one of the claims against Swalwell.
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Representative Eric Swalwell is under investigation by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for allegedly employing a Brazilian nanny without proper work authorization. This investigation comes alongside sexual misconduct allegations, which he denies; these issues are affecting his campaign for California governor. The scrutiny may force Swalwell to reconsider his gubernatorial bid as endorsements and support diminish.
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DHS is investigating Eric Swalwell for allegedly hiring a nanny from Brazil who did not have legal work permission.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services gathered information about the alleged employment.
The nanny allegedly continued working after her work authorization ended in 2022.
Swalwell reportedly paid the nanny with campaign funds between 2021 and 2022.
Swalwell faced separate allegations of sexual misconduct, which he denies.
Many of Swalwell’s campaign staff and supporters have left since the allegations surfaced.
Prominent Democrats and organizations have withdrawn endorsements from Swalwell’s campaign.
President Trump's administration referred the matter to law enforcement, and another probe into possible mortgage fraud involving Swalwell is ongoing.
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Allegations of sexual assault against Congressman Eric Swalwell have disrupted the California governor's race, where he was a leading Democratic candidate. Many Democratic lawmakers have urged Swalwell to leave both the gubernatorial race and Congress, and the Manhattan district attorney is investigating the claims. Swalwell denies the allegations and has not indicated plans to withdraw from the race.
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Allegations of sexual assault against Congressman Eric Swalwell have emerged.
Swalwell is a leading candidate in the California governor's race.
Democratic lawmakers have asked Swalwell to drop out of the race and resign from Congress.
The Manhattan district attorney’s office is investigating the claims.
Swalwell has denied the allegations and continues his campaign.
Some Democrats and Republicans in Congress are considering expelling Swalwell.
A poll had previously shown Swalwell leading other candidates in the race.
The accusations have led to the loss of endorsements for Swalwell's campaign.
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President Donald Trump stated that gas prices might be higher by the midterm elections, due to ongoing geopolitical issues affecting oil markets. He discussed how tensions with Iran, particularly involving the Strait of Hormuz, contribute to fluctuating prices.
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President Trump indicated gas prices might be higher by the midterm elections in November.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran is affecting global oil prices, leading to potential gas price increases.
Middle Eastern instability, especially near the Strait of Hormuz, adds to oil price volatility.
OPEC and other oil-producing countries are changing their output plans, impacting supply expectations.
Republicans could face challenges in upcoming midterms due to economic issues, including gas prices.
The U.S. government is focused on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Vice President JD Vance reported failed negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program.
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The article discusses how media ownership in the United States is concentrated among a small group of elites, affecting the coverage of President Trump. Reporters have more access to the President but face increased harassment, with changes in which media outlets are prioritized by the administration.
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Media ownership in the U.S. is concentrated among a few elites.
This concentration has impacted how critically the media can cover President Trump.
Journalists have more direct access to the President.
Reporters are facing growing harassment when covering the White House.
The Trump administration has altered the makeup of the press corps.
Some traditional media outlets have been sidelined.
Media outlets that support President Trump have been given more prominence.
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Amanda Ungaro, a Brazilian model, shared details of her difficult experience in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, where she claimed poor conditions, including being held with over 120 people and getting lice. Ungaro has links to President Trump and Melania Trump, which has drawn attention to her case.
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Amanda Ungaro was arrested in Florida in June after an anonymous tip related to a cosmetic clinic.
Ungaro claimed she was detained in Miami before being moved to a facility in Louisiana.
She described poor detention conditions, including overcrowding and lack of sunlight.
Ungaro accused Paolo Zampolli, a Trump associate, of using connections to influence her detention, but he denied involvement.
The Department of Homeland Security also denied political interference in her case.
Ungaro was deported to Brazil after being transferred to Louisiana.
Her case has gained visibility due to her past social ties with President Trump and Melania Trump.
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Allegations of sexual misconduct against Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell have affected his campaign for California governor. This situation might help Republicans improve their chances of winning the governorship, which they have not held since 2006. Swalwell has denied the allegations, and various polls show mixed results for candidates in the race.
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Eric Swalwell, a Democratic candidate for California governor, faces sexual misconduct allegations.
Swalwell denies the allegations, calling them false and timed to hurt his campaign.
Republicans see a potential advantage as Swalwell's campaign struggles.
The last Republican governor in California was elected in 2006.
Current polling shows GOP candidate Steve Hilton leading Swalwell by a small margin.
Steve Hilton has President Trump's endorsement and leads some polls.
The primary election is set for June 2, which could change the political dynamics.
The Kalshi prediction market shows Democrat Tom Steyer still has the overall lead in winning the governorship.
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Representative Mike Lawler from New York has called for three members of Congress to resign due to controversies they are involved in. He named Democrat Eric Swalwell, Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, and Republican Tony Gonzales. Lawler's actions highlight growing frustrations in the House, which has a narrow Republican majority.
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Representative Mike Lawler wants three Congress members to resign over scandals.
Democrat Eric Swalwell is accused of several sexual misconduct allegations and is under investigation.
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is accused of misusing FEMA funds during her campaign and found to have committed 25 violations.
Tony Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer and is now under a House Ethics investigation.
Lawler suggests expelling these members if they do not resign.
Only six members have been expelled from the House historically, mostly during the Civil War.
These controversies are causing tension in a closely divided House of Representatives.
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President Donald Trump shared a post claiming he bought Ed McMahon's home in 2008 to save him from foreclosure, but this claim is false. Trump did express interest in helping McMahon, but he never purchased the home.
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President Trump posted on Truth Social that he bought Ed McMahon's house to prevent foreclosure.
The post said Trump allowed McMahon to live there rent-free for life.
There is no evidence Trump bought the property or let McMahon live there for free.
In 2008, McMahon faced foreclosure and $4.8 million in mortgage debt.
Trump expressed public interest in buying the house but never completed the purchase.
McMahon's daughter later stated Trump did not buy the house for McMahon.
The house was sold to a different private buyer, not Trump.
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Senator Dave McCormick discussed the connection between energy and artificial intelligence (AI). He also talked about the competition between the United States and China in AI development and shared views on nuclear power.
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Senator Dave McCormick is from Pennsylvania and is a Republican.
He spoke about how energy impacts the growth of AI technology.
McCormick highlighted the rivalry between the U.S. and China in AI advancement.
He addressed topics related to nuclear power during the interview.
The interview was hosted by Robert Costa on CBS News.
It was a web exclusive, shown on CBS News and the CBS News App.
The discussion focused on policy and technology issues connected to AI.
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The article discusses a scandal involving Rep. Eric Swalwell and other politicians, which could lead to votes on their expulsion from the U.S. House of Representatives. Several lawmakers are accused of serious misconduct, but expulsion requires a two-thirds majority vote, making it challenging. The situation has prompted discussions about accountability and possible alternatives to expulsion.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell is facing allegations of sexual assault and harassment from four women, which he denies.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna plans to propose a vote to expel Swalwell.
Democrats may counter with a vote to expel Rep. Tony Gonzales, who admitted to an affair and is under investigation.
Reps. Cory Mills and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick could also face expulsion votes following serious allegations.
Expulsion from the House requires a two-thirds vote, which is difficult to achieve.
Some lawmakers suggest alternatives like censure instead of expulsion.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasize due process for accused members.
Concerns exist about setting precedents for expulsion based on allegations without full adjudication.
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President Donald Trump’s proposed 2027 budget plans to cut spending on health and human services by 12% while increasing military spending to $1.5 trillion. The budget reduces funds for healthcare programs like Medicaid and does not address issues like expensive medical care or affordable childcare.
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The 2027 budget proposal cuts the Department of Health and Human Services budget by over $15 billion, a 12% reduction from this year.
Previous budget changes under President Trump cut more than $1 trillion over 10 years from Medicaid and Affordable Care Act marketplaces.
About 15 million Americans could lose health insurance due to new Medicaid work requirements.
American healthcare costs are very high, causing many people to skip doctor visits, tests, or medicine.
Government spending on early childhood education and care is very low compared to other rich countries.
The budget plans $1.5 trillion for the military in 2027, a 42% increase from 2026 and much higher than Iran’s GDP.
Total non-defense spending is proposed to be cut by 10%.
President Trump said programs like daycare and Medicaid could be handled by states instead of the federal government.
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The article tells a personal story about a woman named Alyson and her relationship with her brother Adam, who had Down Syndrome. Alyson reflects on their relationship after his death, wishing she had known him better.
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Alyson's brother, Adam, had Down Syndrome and was born in 1979.
Adam couldn't read but enjoyed activities like swimming, skiing, and music.
He communicated his feelings in simple terms but didn’t go into deep discussions.
Adam "called" his late mother using his hand as a phone, saying he missed her.
The siblings had regular visits but their relationship felt unchanging to Alyson.
Alyson realized her desire to know her brother more deeply after he died.
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A shooting occurred at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, resulting in one death and several injuries. Police are investigating the incident, which took place on a busy Saturday evening and involved masked individuals. The motive and identity of the suspects remain unknown as the investigation continues.
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The shooting happened around 8:40-8:45 p.m. at a Chick-fil-A on Route 22.
Witnesses reported masked individuals going behind the counter and opening fire.
At least six people were shot, with one confirmed dead at the scene.
The restaurant was placed on lockdown, and the area saw a significant police response.
The investigation is ongoing, with no details about suspects or motives released yet.
Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with numerous gunshots heard.
Local officials confirmed emergency crews dealt with multiple casualties during the incident.
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A dog named Marlie, once at risk of being euthanized in a South Carolina shelter, has been adopted by a couple in Virginia. Videos of Marlie's new life have gained popularity online, as her story highlights the work of Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.
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Marlie is a 1-year-old West Highland white terrier.
She was rescued from a high-kill shelter in South Carolina by Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.
Marlie was adopted by a couple, Cam and Alan, in Virginia.
Videos of Marlie have gained over 74,000 views on Instagram.
At the time of adoption, Marlie had severe skin issues and was mostly shaved.
The adoption took place through an "off-transit adoption," meaning she went directly to her new home.
Marlie has quickly adapted to her new environment and bonded with her owners.
The couple plans to continue sharing Marlie’s story and promote animal rescue efforts.
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Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell faces numerous withdrawals of support for his campaign to become California governor due to sexual misconduct allegations. Many campaign staff and endorsements have been lost after multiple accusations emerged. Swalwell denies the allegations and claims they are meant to harm his campaign.
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Eric Swalwell is running for governor of California.
Sexual misconduct allegations have been made against Swalwell by several women.
Following these allegations, many of his campaign aides have resigned.
Nearly all of his endorsements, including from fellow politicians, have been pulled.
Swalwell denies all allegations and describes them as false.
Leading Democratic figures, such as Nancy Pelosi and Hakeem Jeffries, have urged him to drop out of the race.
His campaign has lost support from several labor unions.
Only a few endorsements remain, including one from businessman Stephen Cloobeck.
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Republicans in Texas are facing challenges in maintaining control as Democrats gain ground. The Senate race is very competitive, with high voter turnout for Democrats and decreasing support for Republicans. James Talarico, a Democrat, is leading in favorability against Republican opponents.
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Texas has been a Republican stronghold since 1994, with no Democrats winning statewide.
President Trump won Texas by 14 points in the last presidential election.
Republican Dan Patrick warned of difficulties in keeping the Texas House during a conference.
Democratic primary turnout in Texas surpassed Republican turnout for the first time since 2002.
A special election in Tarrant County showed a 31-point swing toward Democrats.
Democratic candidate James Talarico won his primary with 52% of the vote.
Talarico's fundraising efforts gathered $20 million, mostly from small donors.
Polls show Talarico in close competition with Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton for the Senate seat.
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The tensions between President Donald Trump's administration and the Vatican over the Middle East conflict might affect the Republican Party's chances in the 2026 midterm elections. Pope Leo XIV criticized President Trump's threats related to the Iran war, which has caused concern among Catholic voters. These voters are important in many close election races.
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There are tensions between President Trump's administration and the Vatican over actions in the Iran war.
Pope Leo XIV criticized President Trump's threat to Iran, calling it "truly unacceptable."
Some Catholic bishops who supported Trump are now siding with the Vatican's position.
A report mentioned a tense meeting between Vatican and U.S. officials, but the Pentagon denied this, calling it exaggerated.
The U.S. Catholic vote has become more politically diverse since 2000.
In the 2024 election, 55% of Catholics voted for Trump.
Trump’s approval rating among Catholics is 48%, down from a previous poll.
Catholics make up a significant voting bloc in competitive 2026 midterm races, affecting GOP chances.
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The article discusses how current U.S. immigration policies under President Trump are affecting disaster response efforts. Immigrants form a significant part of the workforce in disaster recovery, and deportations are reducing the number of available skilled workers. This shortage could lead to difficulties in managing disasters like hurricanes and wildfires.
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U.S. disaster recovery heavily relies on immigrant workers.
Immigration policies are leading to the deportation of these essential workers.
FEMA's effectiveness has been reduced, with more responsibility placed on local governments.
Immigrants make up 25-40% of the disaster recovery workforce.
President Trump's policies prioritize strict immigration enforcement.
Secretary Markwayne Mullin leads the Department of Homeland Security with a similar hard-line approach.
The upcoming disaster season is expected to be severe.
FEMA was recently ordered by a court to relaunch climate resiliency grants.
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