Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) faces allegations of domestic abuse, creating a challenge for President Trump and the Republican Party before the midterm elections. President Trump contacted Miller to warn him about the risk to his campaign, despite having praised him earlier.
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Rep. Max Miller is a Republican congressman from Ohio.
He is accused of domestic abuse.
These allegations are causing problems for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.
President Trump called Miller to discuss the situation.
Trump had previously praised Miller publicly.
The Republican Party is trying to protect its majority in Congress.
The allegations may affect Miller’s chances of winning re-election.
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The Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan is very close, with Abdul El-Sayed holding a small lead over Haley Stevens as most votes are counted. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election.
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Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens with about 49.5% to 45.78% of the vote in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.
Over 95% of votes are counted, but the race remains too close to call.
The seat is open because Democratic Senator Gary Peters is retiring.
Mike Rogers, a former representative, won the Republican nomination without opposition.
The race is seen as a contest between the Democratic Party’s progressive wing and its establishment wing.
In Michigan’s governor race, Democrat Jocelyn Benson will face Republican John James, who was endorsed by President Trump.
Other notable primaries include progressives winning in Michigan and Missouri, and Trump-backed candidates advancing in Kansas and Washington state.
Ohio Republican Representative Max Miller faces calls to resign amid domestic abuse allegations but refuses to step down.
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The Trump administration has returned about $100 billion, or 60% of $165 billion, collected from tariffs ruled illegal by the US Supreme Court. In response, Trump introduced new tariffs on many countries under a law targeting forced labor, but a group of 25 US states has filed a lawsuit to stop these tariffs and demand refunds.
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The Trump administration collected $165 billion from tariffs before the Supreme Court ruled them illegal.
About $100 billion, or 60%, of these tariffs have been refunded to companies.
Tariffs are taxes on imported goods and were a major part of President Trump's economic policy.
In February, the Supreme Court struck down some of these extra tariffs, requiring refunds.
President Trump introduced new tariffs on more than 80 countries last month under a law aimed at fighting forced labor.
These new tariffs range from 10% to 12.5% on imports from countries like the UK, Mexico, China, and the EU.
A coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration, asking a court to stop the new tariffs and require refunds.
The states claim the new tariffs cover nearly all US imports and accuse the administration of illegally raising taxes.
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Senate Republicans plan to vote on holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions about the coronavirus. This move has raised concerns that it could discourage scientists from working in government, potentially weakening the country’s public health system and scientific innovation.
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The Senate Homeland Security Committee may hold Dr. Fauci in contempt for not answering questions in a recent hearing.
Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment, which protects against self-incrimination, during the hearing.
Senator Rand Paul argues Fauci’s Fifth Amendment claim is invalid due to a pardon from President Biden.
Some lawmakers worry these actions will make government jobs less appealing to scientists.
The federal health workforce has shrunk significantly in recent years.
Senior health officials have left government jobs, citing issues with leadership or work environment.
Senate Republicans may subpoena more officials related to pandemic-era decisions.
The Biden administration faces criticism for proposing rules that increase political control over research funding.
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President Donald Trump promised a strong economic "golden age" with growth rates up to 6%, but actual growth has been slower, around 2% annually since early 2025. Economists and government officials continue to debate whether faster growth is possible, while consumer spending and AI investments support the economy amid challenges like inflation and tariffs.
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The economy grew at a 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter of 2025, slower than the 2.1% in the first quarter.
Since the start of 2025, the U.S. economy has grown at about a 2% yearly rate, close to its long-term trend.
President Trump’s officials predicted much higher growth, up to 6%, but these projections have not been met.
Consumer spending and investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure have helped the economy stay resilient.
Tariff uncertainty, inflation, and international tensions such as the Iran war have complicated economic growth.
In recent polling, more Americans favored Democrats over Republicans on economic policy for the first time in nearly ten years.
The Atlanta Federal Reserve estimates current quarter growth could be as high as 6%, but economists warn this figure may change as more data comes in.
The Congressional Budget Office forecasts U.S. economic growth will average about 2% per year over the next decade.
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Abdul El-Sayed, a candidate in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, stated that government should serve the people. He and Haley Stevens are very close in the vote count, with some votes still being counted.
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Abdul El-Sayed is running in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary.
Haley Stevens is also a candidate in this primary.
The vote count between El-Sayed and Stevens is very close.
Some votes have not been counted yet.
El-Sayed emphasized that government’s role is to serve the people.
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Several states, including Michigan, Missouri, and Washington, held primary elections that showed a divide between progressive and more centrist Democratic candidates. In Michigan’s Senate race, centrist Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed are in a close contest. Missouri’s progressive Democrat Cori Bush lost her primary challenge.
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Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary is a close race between centrist Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
With most votes counted, El-Sayed leads narrowly but Stevens may gain from additional votes in Wayne County.
Michigan is a swing state important for control of the US Senate in the November elections.
El-Sayed supports “Medicare for All” and ending military aid to Israel, while Stevens focuses on the economy and manufacturing.
Stevens received large financial support, including from AIPAC, a pro-Israel group.
Missouri’s progressive Democrat Cori Bush lost her primary challenge to incumbent Wesley Bell.
John James, supported by President Donald Trump, won the Republican nomination for Michigan governor and will face Democrat Jocelyn Benson in November.
Progressive William Lawrence won the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s 7th district and will challenge a Republican in the general election.
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Rep. Chuck Edwards, a Republican from North Carolina, stopped trying to be re-elected after the House Ethics Committee said he should be censured for sexual harassment. He will finish his current term but will not run again.
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Rep. Chuck Edwards is a Republican from North Carolina.
The House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for sexual harassment.
Censure is a formal warning or punishment from the House.
Edwards faced pressure to leave his re-election campaign after the committee’s recommendation.
He announced his decision to drop out early Wednesday after reflecting on the situation.
Edwards said he will finish his current term in office.
Reports said Edwards was criticized for how he treated young female staffers.
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President Donald Trump said oil company leaders have earned too much money since the Strait of Hormuz was blocked during the Iran war, which caused oil prices to rise sharply. He urged these companies to lower their prices, possibly because of public anger ahead of the midterm elections.
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The Strait of Hormuz was blocked because of the war involving Iran.
This blockade caused oil prices to go up significantly.
Oil companies have made very high profits since the blockade.
President Donald Trump criticized the oil executives for these high earnings.
He called on the companies to reduce oil prices.
The comments came just three months before the U.S. midterm elections.
Rising oil prices may be causing frustration among Americans.
The issue could have political effects on President Trump and his party ahead of the elections.
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In Michigan’s Democratic primary for the US Senate, progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed has a small lead over US Representative Haley Stevens. The close race is seen as an important test for the direction of the Democratic Party.
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The primary race is for the US Senate seat in Michigan.
Abdul El-Sayed identifies as a progressive candidate.
Haley Stevens is a current US Representative.
The race results are very close, with El-Sayed slightly ahead.
This election is considered a key test for the future direction of the Democratic Party.
The article was reported on August 5, 2026.
The race’s outcome will influence the party’s strategy going into upcoming elections.
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The chief of Thames Valley Police is thinking about joining a legal case to stop two men who killed Police Constable Andrew Harper from being released early from prison. The men were convicted of manslaughter in 2020, but the new law requiring longer sentences for killers of emergency workers does not apply to their case.
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PC Andrew Harper was killed in 2019 while chasing suspects of quad bike theft.
Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers, passengers in the car that killed Harper, got 13-year sentences for manslaughter.
They may be released early after serving half their sentences due to a new early release scheme.
The driver, Henry Long, got 16 years and cannot be released early.
Thames Valley Police Chief Jason Hogg is discussing joining legal action with the Police Federation.
"Harper's Law," passed in 2022, gives tougher sentences for killing emergency workers but does not apply to cases before it started.
The government says manslaughter is not excluded from early release and that it would be unfair to block individual cases.
Justice Secretary Alex Norris said limiting early releases could cause a prison overcrowding problem.
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The article reviews how U.S. intelligence agencies and government officials failed to prevent the 9/11 terrorist attacks despite having some warnings and information beforehand. It explains that agencies like the CIA and FBI missed key signs, did not share important information effectively, and took no strong action before the attacks happened.
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Nineteen terrorists planned and carried out the September 11 attacks without being stopped by U.S. authorities.
U.S. intelligence knew a major attack was likely but could not connect all the clues to prevent it.
Agencies did not alert airlines or airport security about the threat before 9/11.
Internal struggles and poor communication inside the FBI hindered investigation efforts, exemplified by the handling of suspect Zacarias Moussaoui.
The CIA had information about al-Qaeda operatives living in the U.S. but failed to act timely.
After 9/11, the U.S. government restructured intelligence services and expanded surveillance and security powers.
The article suggests many errors and missed opportunities contributed to the attacks being successful.
Officials, including future Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, were surprised by the method of attack despite discussions about planes being used as weapons.
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The Michigan Democratic Senate primary is still too close to call, with progressive Abdul El-Sayed slightly ahead of moderate Haley Stevens as votes continue to be counted. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in November, a key race that could help decide control of the U.S. Senate.
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Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former health official, and Haley Stevens, a moderate congresswoman, are competing in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.
El-Sayed holds narrow leads in Kent, Washtenaw, Kalamazoo, and Ingham counties.
Stevens leads in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Genesee counties.
Over 85% of votes are counted, but the final outcome is still uncertain.
The seat opened due to Democratic Senator Gary Peters retiring.
El-Sayed is supported by progressives including Senator Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Stevens was recruited by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and backed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
The campaign has been contentious, especially over U.S.-Israel relations and outside funding influences.
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Kemi Badenoch defended her party’s choice to let Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a man jailed for antisemitic abuse and far-right activity, run for local council in Somerset. Badenoch said Bonehill-Paine has shown remorse, works in counter-extremism, and should be allowed a chance at local office, while a Labour MP criticized this decision given his past actions.
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Joshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed for antisemitic abuse and leading a far-right group.
He targeted Labour MP Luciana Berger with hateful messages in 2016.
Bonehill-Paine has also been convicted of assaulting a police officer and burglary.
He now claims to work on preventing extremism and has apologized for his past.
Kemi Badenoch said he should be allowed to stand for local council but not Parliament.
Luciana Berger disputed Bonehill-Paine’s suitability for public office because of his history.
Bonehill-Paine is a member of the Conservative Party’s Yeovil branch and will run in the Crewkerne South council election.
Bonehill-Paine produces controversial satirical videos online, some criticized for misogyny.
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US blogger Perez Hilton was taken to a hospital after viewers reported that he appeared to harm himself during a TikTok live video. Police and mental health professionals responded to his home in Miami, and he is now receiving medical care.
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Perez Hilton appeared to self-harm during a TikTok livestream, prompting emergency calls.
Police safely recovered him from his Miami home and took him to a local hospital.
Mental health experts and the police crisis unit supported his family at the scene.
Hilton’s TikTok account was suspended soon after the livestream.
Police focused on calming the situation and used methods to avoid escalating harm.
Hilton’s managers have not yet been able to contact him but are concerned about his health.
Perez Hilton is known for his celebrity gossip website and has changed his public image in recent years.
He has apologized for past harsh comments and is now more family-oriented, with three children through surrogacy.
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Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are competing closely in the Michigan US Senate primary election. The race is very close, and its results could influence the upcoming US midterm elections.
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The Michigan primary is for a US Senate seat.
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are the main candidates in this election.
The vote count is very close, and no clear winner has been announced yet.
This primary race is important because it can affect the midterm elections across the country.
Midterm elections happen halfway through a president's term and can change the balance of power in Congress.
Michigan is considered a key state that could impact national election outcomes.
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In Michigan's 8th Congressional District Republican primary, Thomas J. Smith won despite having suspended his campaign and endorsing another candidate weeks before the election. President Donald Trump’s endorsed candidate, Amir Hassan, trailed far behind and could not catch up as most votes were counted.
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Thomas J. Smith led the primary with about 50.4% of the vote.
Amir Hassan, who had President Trump’s endorsement, received 33.2% of the vote.
Another candidate, Al Lemmo, got 16.4% of the vote.
Smith had stopped campaigning on July 18 and endorsed Al Lemmo before the primary.
Despite this, Smith stayed on the ballot and won the primary.
Smith said he was honored to be chosen to challenge the current Democratic Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet.
Michigan’s 8th District seat is held by Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet, who won reelection in 2024.
The district is seen as a key opportunity by Republicans to gain a seat in the next midterm elections.
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The UK Justice Minister Jake Richards defended the government’s decision to allow early release of some prisoners, including those involved in the case of PC Andrew Harper’s killers, despite a legal challenge being considered by the Police Federation. The government says the early release scheme is necessary to keep the prison system working and prevent law and order problems.
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PC Andrew Harper’s killers may be released early under the current prison release scheme.
The Police Federation is considering legal action against this early release decision.
Justice Minister Jake Richards said not all crimes can be excluded from early release rules.
The early release scheme excludes rape, serious child sex offenses, and grooming crimes committed after 2003.
The minister said previous early release schemes were rushed and poorly planned.
Every victim will be contacted to discuss safety measures under the new scheme.
The Thames Valley chief constable is thinking about joining the legal challenge.
Ministers explained early release is needed to keep prisons working and prevent problems in law enforcement.
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The Australian federal government, led by Energy Minister Chris Bowen, plans to pass national laws requiring new artificial intelligence (AI) datacentres to use renewable energy and banning those powered only by gas. This move will override objections from Queensland and the Northern Territory, which oppose the new rules.
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The federal government aims to create national rules forcing AI datacentres to rely on renewable energy.
Datacentres powered solely by gas will not meet the new national standards and cannot proceed.
Queensland and the Northern Territory have opposed the federal plans, citing concerns about power and economic impacts.
The Energy Minister said the federal government will use its legal powers to enforce these rules despite state opposition.
The new standards will require datacentres to minimize water use, improve energy efficiency, and pay the costs of connecting to the power grid.
Datacentres must also supply as much energy back to the grid as they consume and show proof of renewable energy sources.
The Australian Energy Market Commission warned that without these rules, the costs of new datacentres could increase bills for regular customers.
The federal government plans to announce detailed legislation soon to enforce these national datacentre requirements.
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Labor’s plan to restrict online gambling ads faces strong demands for tougher rules from the Coalition, Greens, and independents. They want to stop companies from offering big incentives and reduce gambling ads, after claims that some companies gave drugs and sex workers to problem gamblers.
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Labor wants to limit online gambling advertising and inducements.
The Coalition, Greens, and independents want stricter rules to protect vulnerable gamblers.
Evidence was given that gambling companies supplied illegal drugs and access to sex workers to high-spending gamblers.
The Coalition plans major changes before supporting Labor’s bill.
The Greens and some independents say the bill in its current form will not pass parliament.
There is concern about the number of gambling ads during children's TV and streaming services.
A 2023 inquiry recommended banning all online gambling inducements immediately.
Some Labor MPs also want stronger gambling reforms inside their party.
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