A 38-year-old woman was arrested at Trump National Golf Course in Los Angeles County after being found with a loaded pistol and ammunition while taking photos and videos on the grounds. Authorities are investigating her for security concerns and a prior robbery case, and they are working with federal agencies on the case.
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The suspect, Jeanine John Taele from Downey, was seen taking photos and videos at Trump National Golf Course.
She was carrying a loaded pistol with hollow-point ammunition and additional magazines.
Deputies detained her after being alerted by federal agents who considered her behavior suspicious.
Taele is also under investigation for a robbery in El Segundo.
A search of her home found more firearms, ammunition, body armor, radio devices, and notebooks with concerning statements.
She was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm and possession of prohibited ammunition.
The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force and the United States Secret Service are involved in the investigation.
The case has been sent to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for possible charges.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the controversy involving Representative Max Miller from Ohio is something for the House of Representatives and Ohio voters to handle. He also described it as a family issue and did not give further comments.
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John Thune is the Senate Majority Leader and a Republican from South Dakota.
Max Miller is a Republican member of the House of Representatives from Ohio.
There is a controversy involving Rep. Max Miller.
Thune stated this controversy should be addressed by the House and Ohio voters.
Thune called the situation a family matter and expressed sadness.
Thune chose not to comment further on the issue.
The controversy has drawn public attention but no specific details were given in this statement.
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Some members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) want new Black Democrats to support House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for speaker before joining the group. While this is not a formal rule, it appears to be an unofficial expectation among some current CBC members.
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Some current CBC members want new Black Democratic members to back Hakeem Jeffries for speaker to join the caucus.
Several incoming Black Democrats have not committed to supporting Jeffries as speaker.
Afro-Latino nominee Darializa Avila Chevalier wants to join both the CBC and Hispanic Caucus if elected.
Candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are among those hesitant to support Jeffries.
One CBC member said no one would be welcomed warmly if they oppose Jeffries, but this is not a formal rule.
The CBC has previously allowed some Republicans to join but also denied some Democrats.
A Democratic leadership source said support for Jeffries is not a requirement for CBC membership.
The CBC says membership decisions for the next Congress will follow established processes after the 2026 election cycle.
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A man was arrested near President Donald Trump’s golf course in California while carrying ammunition and a loaded pistol in his car. Authorities said he was watching security before a Trump fundraiser and found many weapons, body armor, and troubling notes at his home.
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The arrest took place at Trump National Golf Course near Los Angeles on Sunday.
The man had a 16-round ammunition magazine on him and a loaded pistol in his vehicle.
He was taking photos and videos of security preparations two days before a Trump fundraiser.
Police searched his home and found many firearms, ammo, body armor, and notebooks with concerning statements.
The man is 38 years old and was charged with carrying a hidden gun and having banned ammunition.
He is also under investigation for robbery by the El Segundo Police Department.
Authorities said there is no credible threat to the local community.
The arrest happened as President Trump was preparing to attend a Republican National Committee fundraising dinner at the golf course.
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A man was arrested near the Trump National Golf Club in Los Angeles County after authorities found a gun and special ammunition in his car. The arrest happened just days before President Donald Trump’s visit to the golf club for a Republican event.
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The man, 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele from Downey, was seen taking photos and videos around the golf course.
He was already under investigation for a different case by the El Segundo Police Department.
Deputies found a loaded pistol, two magazines with hollow point ammunition, and a 16-round magazine on him and in his car.
Taele was charged with carrying a concealed firearm and possession of prohibited ammunition.
A search of Taele’s home found illegal weapons, body armor, more ammunition, radio devices, and notebooks with concerning statements.
The FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force and U.S. Secret Service are involved in the investigation.
Taele remains in custody and more charges may be added.
President Trump was scheduled to visit the golf club for a Republican National Committee fundraising dinner.
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Democrat Shannon Taylor is expected to compete against Republican Rep. Rob Wittman for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District seat. Wittman did not face any challengers in the primary election, while Taylor won her party’s nomination.
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Shannon Taylor is a Democrat running for the U.S. House in Virginia’s 1st District.
Rob Wittman is the current Republican representative for that district.
Wittman did not have any opponents in the Republican primary.
Taylor secured the Democratic nomination in the primary election.
The district was seen as a potential pick-up for Democrats under a planned redistricting map.
The race is considered important in Virginia’s congressional elections.
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Protesters in Arizona are sitting in a 200-year-old cottonwood tree to stop its destruction by federal contractors building new sections of the US-Mexico border wall. The peaceful protest aims to protect the tree and the surrounding natural habitat from damage caused by the border barrier construction.
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The protest is happening in Lochiel, a small town in southeast Arizona near the US-Mexico border.
Federal contractors have already cut down three large ancient cottonwood trees to build two 30-foot border walls.
The remaining cottonwood tree, estimated to be over 200 years old, is being occupied by protesters living in a platform high in its branches.
The protest includes environmental activists demanding that Customs and Border Protection protect the trees and wildlife in the area.
The area is home to important wildlife paths and a desert oasis, which the border wall construction threatens to harm.
The protesters have permission from a private landowner to camp near the tree and have maintained a peaceful demonstration.
Border wall construction has expanded, with contractors blasting mountains and drilling wells nearby.
A second wall, about 60 feet north of the border, is planned along 384 miles, further threatening natural habitats with little impact on reducing border crossings.
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Virginia Representative Jen Kiggans, a Republican, will compete against her predecessor, Democrat Elaine Luria, in the November election for Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District. Kiggans won against Luria in 2022 and has since backed important policies from President Donald Trump.
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Jen Kiggans is the current Republican representative for Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District.
Elaine Luria, a Democrat, previously held the seat before Kiggans won it in 2022.
Both will compete again in the November election for the same House seat.
Kiggans has supported major policies from President Donald Trump during her time in Congress.
One of the policies Kiggans supports is the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility America Act, which focuses on voting rules.
This election is seen as a rematch between the two candidates.
The district is viewed as a battleground, meaning it is competitive between Republicans and Democrats.
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Voters in Virginia took part in primary elections on August 4, 2026, to select candidates for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Only three House districts held primaries since many had either one or no candidates, and incumbent Democratic Senator Mark Warner did not face a primary.
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Virginia held primary elections on August 4, 2026, for the U.S. Senate and House seats.
Polls closed at 7 p.m. Eastern Time.
Virginia does not hold primaries if only one candidate or no candidate qualifies.
Incumbent Democratic Senator Mark Warner was the only Democrat running and did not have a primary.
Several Republicans competed for the Senate nomination, including Kim Farnington, retired Maj. Gen. Bert Mizusawa, and Lt. Col. David Williams.
In Virginia’s 7th Congressional District Republican primary, candidates were retired Lt. Col. Douglas Ollivant, businessman Philip Harding, and Rick Smithers.
The winner in the 7th District Republican primary will face Democratic incumbent Eugene Vindman in November.
The 2nd Congressional District has no primary; incumbent GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans will face former Democratic Rep. Elaine Luria in the general election.
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The National Guard’s ongoing mission in Washington, D.C., called “Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful,” will cost about $1.4 billion through the remainder of President Trump’s term. The mission started in August 2025 and is expected to continue until 2029, with around 2,500 to 5,000 troops deployed to assist local police in keeping the city safe.
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The National Guard mission in D.C. is estimated to cost $1.4 billion through 2029.
About 4,600 to 5,000 National Guard members are currently deployed, with roughly 2,000 extra troops temporarily sent from Republican-led states.
The mission began in August 2025 under President Trump’s plan to help law enforcement in U.S. cities.
The deployment is a strain on the Pentagon's Army budget, which is facing a multibillion-dollar shortfall.
The Guard signed a $292 million contract to rent 2,000 apartment units for troops, saving about $90 million compared to hotel costs.
Troops patrol Metro stations, downtown areas, and the National Mall, mostly armed but with limited power to make arrests.
Soldiers were pulled back from some other cities after the Supreme Court ruled the deployments there were not justified, but the D.C. mission continues under a different legal setup.
A deadly attack on National Guard troops near the White House occurred in November 2026, resulting in the death of Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and serious injuries to Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
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The House Ethics Committee has started an investigation into domestic abuse claims made against Republican Representative Max Miller. Rep. Miller has stated he will not step down from his position while the probe is ongoing.
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The House Ethics Committee is formally investigating allegations of domestic abuse against Rep. Max Miller.
Max Miller is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
The investigation concerns claims made about abusive behavior.
Rep. Miller has refused to step aside from his duties during the investigation.
The inquiry is part of the House’s process to examine conduct by its members.
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Senator Marco Rubio won a clear lead in a straw poll for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination. He received 57% support from over 500 conservatives at the Western Conservative Summit, finishing 36 points ahead of Vice President Vance.
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The straw poll took place at the Western Conservative Summit in Colorado.
More than 500 conservatives participated in the poll.
Marco Rubio led with 57% of the votes.
Vice President Vance came in second, trailing Rubio by 36 points.
The poll focused on preferences for the 2028 Republican presidential nominee.
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Dogs Trust is warning dog owners in the UK about the dangers of open water like lakes, rivers, and the sea for dogs and their owners. The campaign aims to reduce accidents by encouraging caution and awareness of hidden risks such as strong currents, deep banks, and toxic algae.
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Dogs Trust warns that many dogs are not natural swimmers and can get into trouble in open water.
Between 2021 and 2025, 308 dog-related incidents in UK open water were reported, mostly on the coast.
About one-third of these incidents happen during summer months (June to September).
There were 10 drowning deaths linked to animal rescues and 12 linked to dog walking in England between 2019 and 2025.
Dog-related accidents in UK waterways rose by 39% in 2025 compared to the previous year.
Hidden dangers include steep banks, underwater debris, strong currents, and blue-green algae, which can be toxic to dogs.
Owners are advised to keep dogs on a lead near water and not try to rescue dogs themselves if there is danger.
Dogs Trust urges callers to contact emergency services if a dog is in trouble in the water.
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has moved closer to becoming the permanent Attorney General after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved his nomination by a small margin. Meanwhile, civil rights groups are seeking information following the death of a man from El Salvador in ICE custody. Additionally, Iran and Oman are reportedly close to reaching a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Todd Blanche is the acting Attorney General.
The Senate Judiciary Committee narrowly approved his nomination for the permanent role.
Civil rights organizations want answers after a man from El Salvador died while in ICE custody.
ICE stands for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a U.S. government agency.
Iran and Oman are close to making a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global shipping.
The news includes three major topics: U.S. legal appointments, immigration issues, and international negotiations.
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Senator Susan Collins of Maine said she will oppose President Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, because of his promise to anti-abortion groups to stop abortion medication from being mailed across the country. Collins, who supports abortion rights, is concerned this would increase federal control over abortion, a role now mostly handled by states after the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision.
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Todd Blanche promised anti-abortion groups he would try to ban mailing abortion medications nationwide if confirmed as attorney general.
Senator Susan Collins opposes Blanche’s nomination partly because of this promise.
Collins identifies as pro-choice and disagrees with expanding federal control over abortion laws.
The Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision gave states the power to regulate abortion, rather than the federal government.
Blanche also said he would try to make the Dobbs decision permanent if confirmed.
The Department of Justice said Blanche’s comments were misunderstood and only referred to mail-order abortion drugs, not broader federal control.
Reproductive rights groups warn that Blanche’s stance could lead to a national abortion ban enforced by the Justice Department.
Collins’ opposition highlights divisions within Republicans about abortion rights and may affect Blanche’s confirmation vote.
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U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro dropped charges about damage to the Reflecting Pool, deciding it was not vandalism. This case shows that statements by President Trump and his officials sometimes differ from what lawyers present in court.
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Charges related to damage at the Reflecting Pool were dropped by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro.
Pirro concluded the damage was not vandalism.
This decision contrasts with earlier public claims she made weeks before.
The situation is part of a pattern where public statements by President Trump and administration officials differ from legal statements in court.
The case was discussed by Amna Nawaz with former prosecutor Ankush Khardori.
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The U.S. Senate has only a few days before it breaks for a month-long recess in August. Senators need to quickly address several important issues, including government funding to avoid a shutdown, policies on the Iran conflict, and rules for cryptocurrency.
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The Senate is about to start a month-long recess in August.
Lawmakers have limited time to prevent a government shutdown this fall.
They must work on funding related to the Iran war.
Rules and regulations for cryptocurrency are also on the agenda.
Other important legislative items need to be addressed quickly.
The situation is creating urgency among members of Congress.
These actions are being reported from Capitol Hill by journalist Lisa Desjardins.
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Five states, including Michigan, held primary elections. In Michigan, Democrats voted in a Senate race between Representative Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
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Primary elections took place in five states on the same day.
Michigan was one of the states holding primaries.
Democrats in Michigan voted for their preferred Senate candidate.
The main Democratic candidates in Michigan's Senate race were Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
CBS News reporters Aaron Navarro and Anthony Salvanto covered the race.
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President Donald Trump is offering early access to his social media posts through a subscription service on Truth Social. Some people are concerned that paying customers could use this early information to make money in the stock market before others see the posts.
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President Trump is selling early access to his posts on Truth Social.
The subscription service allows customers to see posts before the general public.
The cost of this early access can be as high as $100,000 per month.
Some critics worry this could lead to insider trading, where people use private information to make financial gains.
The issue involves concerns about fairness and market rules since the president’s statements can affect stock prices.
NPR discussed these concerns in an interview with Geoff Bennett and Bobby Allyn.
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Police in Spokane have arrested a person suspected of starting recent fires. Meanwhile, Chipotle is linked to an outbreak of salmonella, a bacteria that can cause food poisoning.
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Police arrested a suspect connected to fires in Spokane.
The fires are believed to be caused by arson, which means starting fires on purpose.
Chipotle, a restaurant chain, is suspected in a salmonella outbreak.
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause stomach illness.
Health officials are investigating the outbreak to find its source.
The CBS Evening News reported these stories on August 4th.
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